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Featured Motels in Cairns

Heritage Cairns
Balcony view

Heritage Cairns

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (920)
"Pleasant stay "
The price is RM383
RM421 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Heritage Cairns
Cairns Queens Court
Reception

Cairns Queens Court

3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Excellent service, clean room, friendly staff, pool "
The price is RM278
RM306 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Cairns Queens Court
Motel Nomad Cairns
Outdoor pool

Motel Nomad Cairns

3.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (175)
"Comfortable room, clean everything needed for a quick business trip"
The price is RM310
RM341 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Motel Nomad Cairns
Cairns City Palms
Property entrance

Cairns City Palms

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (486)
"It was a great stay & good value."
The price is RM452
RM497 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Cairns City Palms
Reef Palms Motel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Reef Palms Motel

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (844)
"Friendly staff. Place is dated but has a nice pool."
The price is RM434
RM477 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Reef Palms Motel
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
Terrace/patio

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (91)
"Excellent room and very well priced. Great meal in the Bistro. Would stay here again."
The price is RM380
RM418 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
Lake Central
1 bedroom, blackout curtains, bed sheets

Lake Central

3.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (182)
"This property was perfect for our family. It was close enough to town, foreshore and shopping districts to be able to walk there with ease. Kids loved the pool and the accommodation had everything we needed. The hosts were friendly and helpful. Would definitely book another stay here."
Lake Central
Cairns City Motel
Laundry

Cairns City Motel

2.5 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (350)
"Had a great stay! Friendly reception!"
The price is RM338
RM372 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Cairns City Motel
Aspect Central
Outdoor pool

Aspect Central

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Great place to unwind after a long flight before starting our holiday. Awesome friendly and helpful staff !!"
The price is RM271
RM298 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Aspect Central
South Cairns Resort
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

South Cairns Resort

3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (313)
"Looks a little rough on the outside but the rooms are perfectly fine. If you want the best then pay the best. I'd stay here again no problem 👌"
South Cairns Resort
A1 Inn the City
Outdoor pool

A1 Inn the City

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (160)
"Great value and location. "
A1 Inn the City
Cairns Southside International
View from room

Cairns Southside International

4.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (581)
"Enjoyed my stay, clean and walkable to shops, pub for meal ."
Cairns Southside International
Villa Shangri-La
Property grounds

Villa Shangri-La

3.0 star property
6.4 out of 10, (77)
"You get what you pay for.clean.comfortable and great service.5 min walk to city center. 2 minute walk to waterfront.nice pool.shops close."
Villa Shangri-La
Adobe Motel
Desk, blackout curtains, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Adobe Motel

3.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (189)
Adobe Motel
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Top Cairns Hotel Reviews

The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Such an amazing location in Cairns. Rooms were nice and clean. Pool was great. Only complaint, and even then it didn’t affect our stay at all, was the restaurant played loud music a couple nights. But I would stay here again. "
Christine 5-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Benson Hotel

Find out more about Cairns

Find out more about Cairns

Cairns Motels information

Number of reviews
5,518
Accommodation
14 Motels
Lowest Price
RM298
Highest Price
RM497

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 1318 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 snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Cairns Queens Court: 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 City Palms: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and a manager's reception. 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. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel: Stay within a 10-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Enjoy access to the games room, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
How many motels are there in Cairns?
Expedia has 14 low-priced motels in Cairns.
What things can I to do in Cairns?
Enjoy the beautiful coral reefs and lush rainforest 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, Muddy's Playground and Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland. Attractions the whole family can enjoy include 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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