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Next weekend
11 Sept - 13 Sept
In two weeks
18 Sept - 20 Sept
In one month
2 Oct - 4 Oct
In two months
30 Oct - 1 Nov

Our top choices for Cairns motels

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1. Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Great central hotel at a good price. Easy walking distance to everything. Check-in lady was really friendly and welcoming. Only gripe is a little exit mould or similar should be used in the shower."
Australia
David
The price is AU$179
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Heritage Cairns
Reception

2. Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court
3.5 star property
Cairns North
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Wish the rooms were made up even for less then 6 days, but other wise pretty alright."
Australia
Samantha Jayne
The price is AU$126
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Cairns Queens Court
Pool

3. 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 AU$116
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Aspect Central
Front of property

4. Cairns Southgate Hotel

Cairns Southgate Hotel
4.0 star property
Earlville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (20 reviews)
"Clean room, shops nearby, staff very nice"
Australia
Rachel
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Cairns Southgate Hotel
Outdoor pool

5. Reef Palms Motel

Reef Palms Motel
3.5 star property
Cairns North
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (888 reviews)
"Photos are misleading for the current condition. WiFi connectivity was terrible. Pool was ok."
Australia
Pagalavan
The price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Reef Palms Motel
Room

6. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
3.5 star property
Earlville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (103 reviews)
"Excellent stay - very clean"
Australia
Tammara
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
Property entrance

7. Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (572 reviews)
"Great place to stay for the 5 days we stayed. Plenty of room in the rooms, great pool & amenities."
Australia
Hannah
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Cairns City Palms
Twin Room

8. The Reef Motel

The Reef Motel
2.0 star property
Cairns North
4.6 out of 10, (18 reviews)
"It was a great location"
Australia
Rohan
The price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
The Reef Motel
Queen Ensuite Room

9. Cairns City Motel

Cairns City Motel
2.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (375 reviews)
"This is 2nd time staying,very good location to shops,restaurants. Bus stops locate 100m away to Palm Cove beach,or DFO if love shopping. Staff are lovely and very helpful. Definitely will come back again"
Australia
Lan
The price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Cairns City Motel
Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10. Lake Central

Lake Central
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (210 reviews)
"The host had really good communication leading up to our stay and was friendly and helpful throughout, including when we met her at Lake Central. Fairly basic room and amenities, but the location was really great."
Australia
Cath
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Lake Central
Outdoor pool

11. Motel Nomad Cairns

Motel Nomad Cairns
3.5 star property
Westcourt
7.2 out of 10, Good, (203 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 AU$142
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Motel Nomad Cairns
Outdoor pool

12. Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

Lazy Lizard Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (662 reviews)
"Great location, walkable to downtown but still quiet. Aidan was extremely helpful when we needed a hand booking outings and wanted an extra hotplate and luggage scale"
Australia
Molly
The price is AU$229
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Lazy Lizard Motor Inn
Studio, 1 Queen Bed

13. Port Douglas Motel

Port Douglas Motel
3.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (564 reviews)
"Great experience staying at the conveniently located Motel. Everything we needed, especially the communal kitchen/BBQ with all that was needed for a pleasant stay! Great thankyou!"
Australia
Rob
The price is AU$198
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Port Douglas Motel
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Cairns Motels information

Number of reviews
5,513
Accommodation
15 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$116
Highest Price
AU$229

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 1368 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 Queens Court: 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 self-parking. Heritage Cairns: Free WiFi and 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. The Reef Motel: Enjoy access to the outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal. 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 Reef Fleet Terminal. 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: Cairns 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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