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Featured Motels in Cairns

Our top choices for Cairns motels

Port Douglas Motel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Port Douglas Motel

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (509)
"It's a very cute place! Very central and walkable to town."
The price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Port Douglas Motel
Heritage Cairns
Balcony view

Heritage Cairns

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (906)
"location was good - easy walk to the promenade. "
The price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Heritage Cairns
Lazy Lizard Motor Inn
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (622)
"What a lovely place. 👍👍👍👍"
The price is AU$219
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Lazy Lizard Motor Inn
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
Family Studio 3 Bedroom Apartment | Terrace/patio

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (88)
"Excellent room and very well priced. Great meal in the Bistro. Would stay here again."
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
Yungaburra Park Motel
Gazebo

Yungaburra Park Motel

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (141)
"Very nice room to stay in, pity time was to short "
The price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Yungaburra Park Motel
Cairns City Palms
Property entrance

Cairns City Palms

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (476)
"It was a great stay & good value."
The price is AU$167
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Cairns City Palms
Cairns Queens Court
Reception

Cairns Queens Court

3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"Good price and big rooms "
The price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Cairns Queens Court
Aspect Central
Outdoor pool

Aspect Central

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Very nice rooms for a motel"
The price is AU$112
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Aspect Central
Motel Nomad Cairns
Outdoor pool

Motel Nomad Cairns

3.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (166)
"Close to everything. "
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Motel Nomad Cairns
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. "
The price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
A1 Inn the City
Reef Palms Motel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Reef Palms Motel

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (841)
"Convenient location. "
The price is AU$167
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Reef Palms Motel
Cairns City Motel
Laundry

Cairns City Motel

2.5 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (348)
"Friendly and helpful staff, comfortable bed and a great location as it was only a short walk to shops ,restaurants and the esplanade..will definitely stay again. "
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Cairns City Motel
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Cairns Motels information

Number of reviews
2,163
Accommodation
14 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$112
Highest Price
AU$172

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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 1324 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 Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Heritage Cairns: 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. Lake Central: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities and outdoor pool, as well as room amenities such as a kitchenette. 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. Cairns City Palms: 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 a manager's reception.
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, Muddy's Playground and Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome, 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.