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Our top choices for Cairns motels

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Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Staff friendly and helpful, great location, clean and tidy, secure parking, quiet and would stay again. "
Australia
Cindy
The price is RM435
RM479 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Heritage Cairns
Outdoor pool

Aspect Central

Aspect Central
3.0 star property
Cairns North
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Budget price"
Australia
Raymond
The price is RM331
RM364 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Aspect Central
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
3.5 star property
Earlville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (101 reviews)
"Excellent stay - very clean"
Australia
Tammara
The price is RM325
RM358 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Reef Palms Motel

Reef Palms Motel
3.5 star property
Cairns North
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (882 reviews)
"Photos are misleading for the current condition. WiFi connectivity was terrible. Pool was ok."
Australia
Pagalavan
The price is RM554
RM609 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Reef Palms Motel
Front of property

Cairns Southgate Hotel

Cairns Southgate Hotel
4.0 star property
Earlville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"The manager was very helpful and had valuable information on where to eat, a lovely experience!"
Australia
Morag
The price is RM394
RM433 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Cairns Southgate Hotel
Reception

Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court
3.5 star property
Cairns North
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room with friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Theo
The price is RM395
RM434 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Cairns Queens Court
Outdoor pool

Motel Nomad Cairns

Motel Nomad Cairns
3.5 star property
Westcourt
7.2 out of 10, Good, (201 reviews)
"Fan switch was broken, so it was almost impossible to change it or turn it off. Photo of property in Expedia was very misleading, in terms of location, surroundings and how everything seemed new or polished within the room. Not enough cups, plates and no screens for windows to stop bugs. Again, very misleading. Properties must be shown as they are."
Australia
Pablo
The price is RM378
RM416 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Motel Nomad Cairns
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Reef Motel

The Reef Motel
2.0 star property
Cairns North
4.6 out of 10, (14 reviews)
"Close to the esplanade"
Australia
David
The price is RM299
RM329 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
The Reef Motel
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

Cairns City Motel

Cairns City Motel
2.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (372 reviews)
"It was a good clean place to stay, very close to everything! "
Australia
Madeline
The price is RM462
RM508 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Cairns City Motel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

Lazy Lizard Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (657 reviews)
"Reasonable room rate, clean and quiet. Helpful staff. The room seemed fairly secure. TV has streaming capability. Short drive from the main shopping strip. Note that the bed was quite soft, for those who prefer a firmer mattress."
Australia
Joanna
The price is RM697
RM767 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Lazy Lizard Motor Inn
Pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Port Douglas Motel

Port Douglas Motel
3.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (562 reviews)
"Perfect location between beach & shopping"
Australia
Linda
The price is RM744
RM818 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Port Douglas Motel
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Top Cairns Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Clean. Spacious. Great location - close to Reef Fleet Terminal/Marlin Marina."
Susan 3-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

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Cairns Motels information

Number of reviews
5,143
Accommodation
15 Motels
Lowest Price
RM329
Highest Price
RM818

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Cairns?
If you're having trouble locating a motel in Cairns, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find a similar property from more than 1359 hotels and other lodging options. Just use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
Motels often have free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. Starting in the early 1950s, colourful neon signs were used as beacons for tired families on road trips, and examples can still be seen today along historic US Route 66.
What are the best motels in Cairns?
Heritage Cairns: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi and parking, as well as room amenities such as air conditioning. The Reef Motel: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as air conditioning. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Cairns Queens Court: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Motel Nomad Cairns: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal. Free WiFi, free parking and a terrace are available during your stay. Lake Central: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities and outdoor pool, as well as room amenities such as a kitchenette.
How many motels are there in Cairns?
Expedia has 15 low-priced motels in Cairns.
What things can I to do in Cairns?
Enjoy the lush rainforest and beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area while you're sightseeing. People visiting Cairns love its marina. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Esplanade Lagoon, Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Muddy's Playground, Sugarworld Waterpark and Reef Teach. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Cairns Night Markets, Reef Hotel Casino and Cairns Performing Arts Centre.
What's the seasonal weather like in Cairns?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Cairns to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are August and July, with an average of 21°C. The rainiest months in Cairns are January, February, March and December, with each month seeing an average of 281 mm of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Cairns while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Cairns to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.), which is located 3.5 mi (5.6 km) away. If you'd like to explore more of the area, take a train from Cairns Station, Freshwater Station or Redlynch Station. You can find out about water transport options at the marina.

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