Cairns Southgate Hotel

4.0 star property
Cairns Southside International offers a tropical retreat for both relaxation and productivity, just moments away from the city's vibrant center

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Travelers find a peaceful escape at Cairns Southside International with its inviting garden and sunny terrace. The outdoor pool provides refreshment after exploring, while high-speed WiFi and an on-site business center keep everyone connected and productive.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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Queen Room

  • 1 bedroom
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  • 1 bedroom
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  • 1 bedroom
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  • 2 bedrooms
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  • 2 bedrooms
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  • 2 bedrooms
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  • 2 bedrooms
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About the area

Located in Earlville, a neighbourhood in Cairns, Cairns Southgate Hotel is in a shopping district and near a boardwalk. Bulmba-ja Arts Centre and The Cultural Place are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Reef Fleet Terminal and Cairns Golf Club. Cairns Performing Arts Centre and Muddy's Playground are also worth visiting. Visit our Cairns travel guide
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450 Mulgrave Road, Cairns, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade
    Cairns Esplanade
    8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cazalys Cairns
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • DFO Cairns
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Henleys Hill Dog Park
    4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station
    7 min drive
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hopscotch
    11 min walk
  • Phanh Thanh Vietnamese Food
    10 min walk
  • KFC
    10 min walk
  • High Tide Coffee
    19 min walk
  • The Tattooed Sailor Coffee roastery
    14 min walk

About this property

Cairns Southgate Hotel

Upscale motel near Cairns Esplanade
Consider a stay at Cairns Southgate Hotel and take advantage of a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services and car hire on-site. In addition to a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking, express check-out and a front desk safe
  • Tour/ticket information, a TV in reception and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 62 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and cookware/dishes/utensils

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1998
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.75 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 16 September 2024 to 31 March 2025 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from May 4 2026 to July 31 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool
This property will be closed from 10 March 2024 to 1 March 2025 for renovations and will resume operation once the renovation is complete (completion date subject to change).
 

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.75 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Cairns Southside International
Cairns Southside International Inn
Southside International
Southside International Inn
Cairns Southside International Motel
Southside International Motel
Cairns Southside Earlville
Cairns Southside International Motel
Cairns Southside International Earlville
Cairns Southside International Motel Earlville

Frequently asked questions

Does Cairns Southgate Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. The swimming pool will be unavailable from May 4 2026 until July 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

Is Cairns Southgate Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cairns Southgate Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cairns Southgate Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Cairns Southgate Hotel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Cairns Southgate Hotel located?

Located in Earlville, this motel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Cairns Esplanade. Cazalys Cairns and DFO Cairns are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Cairns Southgate Hotel Reviews

7.0

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

7.6

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 581 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 581 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 581 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 581 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 59 out of 581 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay, clean and walkable to shops, pub for meal .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Easy friendly checkin and use of the free laundry was a welcome addition, comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and out. Friendly staff, close to everthing
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really quiet, comfortable accommodation. Lots of places for dinner nearby. Easy base to explore Cairns due to the bus stop right outside!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Receptionist everytime I stay there, always welcoming and friendly, willing to go extra mile to make me comfortable when in a situation.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Tannaman

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady, Wanna who was there was very polite and respectful..also had a wonderful smile and was very cherry too chat with...I would stay there everytime I flyout or flyin for my FIFO position..close too Balaclava In for a meal and entertainment..rooms were very comfortable also.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice facility although a little run-down. Good for the price and good service with helpful staff. We would come again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Faataumamate

Liked: Staff & service
Very convenient for work and school.. Reception to cleaners are great !
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Torres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful. The room was clean. Shops and dining close. Thank you Amanda you were kind and helpful.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Wesley

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The after hours check-in was straight forward over the phone and when I had a problem with my room card late one night they were able to resolve it quickly
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable stay in the room but congested parking area with lots of large work vehicles. Noisy when we were trying to sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Tannaman

Liked: Staff & service
I really love Wahhna the receptionist as she's very kind, friendly and great too chat with and really looks after me. I heard that there was a break in and someone grabbed the master key and went thru the rooms...not sure if it's true or not.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Stuart

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The rooms are very dated and lack airflow, the room was messy, an old blanket on the beds caused itchyness and I felt like I was getting bites on my legs and body. The bathroom had no fan, the bathroom floor had water run the full way across, no actual shower area. Fan was covered in dust and I would not turn it on as it was layered on the fan blades. Staff reception staff were very lovely, and the on site parking was appreciated. Overall if I had known what I was going in to then fine, but I felt the photos did not match the property and the cancellation policy did not allow for me to have a change in mind.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good motel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Reena

It was ok somewhere clean and basic to sleep for a overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for what I wanted to do.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
location is good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Shona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

William

Disliked: Staff & service
Was ok for a one night stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anik

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Very friendly and approachable staff :)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Mohammad

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's just in a right location and convenient for everything I needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, restaurant across the road. Rooms were clean as expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
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2/10 Terrible

Levi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very flexible with booking another night which helped me
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Darren

Only a short overnight stay , cheap price which is good, suited me, didn’t need anything else
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022