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Our top choices for Cairns and Barrier Reef motels

A spacious hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a reception desk.

1. Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court
3.5 star property
Cairns North
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay"
Australia
Peter
The price is RM223
RM245 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Cairns Queens Court
A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a driveway, and landscaped garden with palm trees.

2. Cairns Southgate Hotel

Cairns Southgate Hotel
4.0 star property
Earlville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (36 reviews)
"excellent clean hotel"
Australia
Mr Charles A
The price is RM392
RM431 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Cairns Southgate Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

3. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
3.5 star property
Earlville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (105 reviews)
"Excellent stay - very clean"
Australia
Tammara
The price is RM299
RM329 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a rock formation.

4. Reef Palms Motel

Reef Palms Motel
3.5 star property
Cairns North
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (900 reviews)
"Property looks a bit dated but the room was well decorated and fresh and tidy. Only a few blocks back from the Esplanade but quite a walk to central Cairns. Staff helpful and obliging."
Australia
Jo
The price is RM372
RM409 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Reef Palms Motel
A spacious living area with a dining table set for a meal, a coffee station, and a kitchen area visible in the background.

5. Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (577 reviews)
"Room was very clean and was great for a few nights stay. Will definitely be coming back for another holiday in cairns!"
United States
Emma
The price is RM359
RM395 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Cairns City Palms
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

6. The Reef Motel

The Reef Motel
2.0 star property
Cairns North
5.0 out of 10, (33 reviews)
"It was a great location"
Australia
Rohan
The price is RM239
RM263 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Reef Motel
A swimming pool with a stone border, a metal fence, and a staircase leading to a blue building.

7. Aspect Central

Aspect Central
3.0 star property
Cairns North
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Budget price"
Australia
Raymond
The price is RM272
RM299 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Aspect Central
A pool area with a swan sculpture, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

8. Motel Nomad Cairns

Motel Nomad Cairns
3.5 star property
Westcourt
7.2 out of 10, Good, (207 reviews)
"There was mould all throughout the room, water damages from the bathroom which can cause a lot of moisture/mould. Bed was extremely uncomfortable. There seems to be a siting area near that room where everyone smokes and chats until late at night, that wasn’t pleasant either. The fridge was extremely loud."
Australia
Kristelle
The price is RM308
RM339 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Motel Nomad Cairns
A hotel room with a bed, a window, a nightstand, and a chair.

9. Cairns City Motel

Cairns City Motel
2.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (378 reviews)
"The rooms were clean and ammenities made for a comfortable stay, best of all the bed and pillows were just right so I slept well every night of a 5 night stay - handy to the cafes, restaurants and the esplanade - good value for money."
Australia
Shane
The price is RM375
RM412 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Cairns City Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, and a lamp.

10. Lake Central

Lake Central
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (219 reviews)
"Clean room great price basic and met our needs."
Canada
Steven
The price is RM344
RM379 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Lake Central
A modern kitchen with a dining area, a washing machine, and a large window with a view of trees.

11. Atherton Motel

Atherton Motel
3.5 star property
Atherton
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (230 reviews)
"A clean comfortable motel with friendly helpful staff."
Australia
Linda
The price is RM541
RM595 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Atherton Motel
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Top Cairns and Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

8/10 Good
"They need illumination the corridor as the parking is uneven, can provoke a falling of people"
mario 3-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

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Cairns and Barrier Reef Motels information

Number of reviews
1,218
Accommodation
15 Motels
Lowest Price
RM245
Highest Price
RM595

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