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Next weekend
17 July - 19 July
In two weeks
24 July - 26 July
In one month
7 Aug - 9 Aug
In two months
4 Sept - 6 Sept

Our top choices for Cairns motels

Twin Room

The Reef Motel

The Reef Motel
2.0 star property
Cairns North
4.0 out of 10, (7 reviews)
"Close to the esplanade"
Australia
David
The price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July
The Reef Motel
Front of property

Cairns Southgate Hotel

Cairns Southgate Hotel
4.0 star property
Earlville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Nice"
Australia
Thea
The price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Cairns Southgate Hotel
King Room with Spa | View from room

Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Staff friendly and helpful, great location, clean and tidy, secure parking, quiet and would stay again. "
Australia
Cindy
The price is AU$181
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Heritage Cairns
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, (99 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff easy check-in secure facility."
Australia
Melia
The price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
Outdoor pool

Aspect Central

Aspect Central
3.0 star property
Cairns North
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Check in was simple and the room was clean. Friendly staff and within walking distance of shops and restaurants."
Australia
Francis
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Aspect Central
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 AU$160
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Cairns Queens Court
Queen Ensuite Room

Cairns City Motel

Cairns City Motel
2.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (371 reviews)
"It was a good clean place to stay, very close to everything! "
Australia
Madeline
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July
Cairns City Motel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Reef Palms Motel

Reef Palms Motel
3.5 star property
Cairns North
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (878 reviews)
"Great stay! "
United Kingdom
Zack
The price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
Reef Palms Motel
Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Lake Central

Lake Central
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.0 out of 10, Good, (201 reviews)
"Fine for a budget stay. Very quiet. Easy contactless checkin. Spacious studio."
Australia
Janelle
The price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Lake Central
Outdoor pool

Motel Nomad Cairns

Motel Nomad Cairns
3.5 star property
Westcourt
7.2 out of 10, Good, (198 reviews)
"My stay here was very enjoyable. Quiet, and very relaxing."
Australia
Dianne
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Motel Nomad Cairns
Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Port Douglas Motel

Port Douglas Motel
3.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (561 reviews)
"Perfect location between beach & shopping"
Australia
Linda
The price is AU$282
includes taxes & fees
21 July - 22 July
Port Douglas 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, (651 reviews)
"Good location, within short drive of town centre, yet quiet. Good, clean facilities, unexpectedly with kitchen. Friendly, helpful owner. Recommended."
United Kingdom
Ashwood
The price is AU$309
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
Lazy Lizard Motor Inn
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Top Cairns Hotel Reviews

Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey

8/10 Good
"Beautiful, helpful and friendly staff and easy check in and out. Rooms were clean but on the small side. Bathroom is poorly designed, making it difficult for 2 people to get ready to go out. Especially for make up application as either the toilet or basin is over the mirror and there is no mirror lighting. A little more wardrobe space would be handy if your stay is 7 days or more. The gym needs more eqiptment, a set of dumbbells would be a good addition. The push bikes were free and great to borrow, lovely art everywhere and a super convenient location. Restaurants, cafes, galleries, The Esplanade, supermarket and markets all an easy walking distance, laundry accross the road too!"
Giovanna 5-night trip
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Crystalbrook Bailey

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Cairns Motels information

Number of reviews
4,972
Accommodation
15 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$124
Highest Price
AU$309

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 1369 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. 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. 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 Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Cairns City Palms: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Free WiFi, a snack bar/deli and a computer station are available during your stay. Motel Nomad Cairns: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal. Enjoy access to the conference centre, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
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 Crystal Cascades. 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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