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13 Mar - 15 Mar
In two weeks
20 Mar - 22 Mar
In one month
3 Apr - 5 Apr
In two months
1 May - 3 May

Our top choices for Cairns motels

Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (978 reviews)
"The staff were friendly and helpful, bed comfortable, shower good and plenty of parking. "
Australia
Frances
The price is RM344
RM378 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Heritage Cairns
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Reef Palms Motel

Reef Palms Motel
3.5 star property
Cairns North
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (855 reviews)
"Great stay! "
United Kingdom
Zack
The price is RM274
RM301 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Reef Palms Motel
Exterior detail

Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court
3.5 star property
Cairns North
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Yes i like it there maybe next time i will come and stay there."
Australia
Buigum
The price is RM258
RM284 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Cairns Queens Court
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, (97 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff easy check-in secure facility."
Australia
Melia
The price is RM326
RM359 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
Sun deck

Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (525 reviews)
"Clean rooms ans staff at check-in was very good"
Australia
Tambelina
The price is RM330
RM362 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Cairns City Palms
Outdoor pool

Aspect Central

Aspect Central
3.0 star property
Cairns North
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and helpful, and good central location in Cairns. "
Australia
Jason
The price is RM268
RM295 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Aspect Central
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

Cairns City Motel

Cairns City Motel
2.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (359 reviews)
"Very clean , friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Veronique
The price is RM299
RM329 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Cairns City Motel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

South Cairns Resort

South Cairns Resort
3.5 star property
Woree
7.6 out of 10, Good, (314 reviews)
"Lovely little place to stay for our very short visit. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. Very affordable. Will be staying again on our next visit."
Australia
Barbara
The price is RM504
RM554 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
South Cairns Resort
Outdoor pool

Motel Nomad Cairns

Motel Nomad Cairns
3.5 star property
Westcourt
7.2 out of 10, Good, (190 reviews)
"Comfortable room, clean everything needed for a quick business trip"
Australia
Heidi
The price is RM292
RM322 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Motel Nomad Cairns
Outdoor pool

Lake Central

Lake Central
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.0 out of 10, Good, (197 reviews)
"Convenient close to everything "
Australia
Geoffrey
The price is RM285
RM313 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Mar - 29 Mar
Lake Central
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, (642 reviews)
"The place was wonderful "
United States
Dusty
The price is RM350
RM385 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
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, (540 reviews)
"The room was well equipped and very clean .The pool was great and there was a large outdoor communal kitchen.The staff were very friendly and helpful. "
United Kingdom
JAMES
The price is RM375
RM413 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Port Douglas Motel
Property amenity

Yungaburra Park Motel

Yungaburra Park Motel
3.0 star property
Yungaburra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (144 reviews)
"All was great. Will stay again."
Australia
Suzzi
The price is RM435
RM479 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Yungaburra Park Motel
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Top Cairns Hotel Reviews

The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"We had a wonderful stay. The room was spacious and loved the view from our balcony. Room service is way beyond our expectation, room is restored everyday. The location was perfect and close to shops. We enjoyed the pool. Highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting Cairns."
Anne 4-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
The Benson Hotel

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Cairns Motels information

Number of reviews
6,749
Accommodation
14 Motels
Lowest Price
RM284
Highest Price
RM554

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 1316 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?
Cairns City Palms: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and a manager's reception. 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 Reef Fleet Terminal. Motel Nomad Cairns: Enjoy access to the conference centre, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade. Heritage Cairns: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal. Free WiFi, free parking and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. Reef Palms Motel: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal. Enjoy access to the business centre, and freebies including WiFi, self-parking and an area shuttle.
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 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 Crystal Cascades. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Sugarworld Waterpark, Muddy's Playground 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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