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Next weekend
30 Oct - 1 Nov
In two weeks
6 Nov - 8 Nov
In one month
20 Nov - 22 Nov
In two months
18 Dec - 20 Dec

Our top choices for Kuranda motels

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

1. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
3.5 star property
Earlville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (105 reviews)
"Excellent stay - very clean"
Australia
Tammara
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a driveway, and landscaped garden with palm trees.

2. Cairns Southgate Hotel

Cairns Southgate Hotel
4.0 star property
Earlville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (36 reviews)
"excellent clean hotel"
Australia
Mr Charles A
The price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Cairns Southgate Hotel
A spacious hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a reception desk.

3. Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court
3.5 star property
Cairns North
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Good for your weekend hotel"
Australia
Ryoichi
The price is AU$92
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Cairns Queens Court
A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a rock formation.

4. Reef Palms Motel

Reef Palms Motel
3.5 star property
Cairns North
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (900 reviews)
"Property looks a bit dated but the room was well decorated and fresh and tidy. Only a few blocks back from the Esplanade but quite a walk to central Cairns. Staff helpful and obliging."
Australia
Jo
The price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Reef Palms Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

5. The Reef Motel

The Reef Motel
2.0 star property
Cairns North
5.0 out of 10, (36 reviews)
"It was a great location"
Australia
Rohan
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Reef Motel
A pool area with a swan sculpture, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

6. Motel Nomad Cairns

Motel Nomad Cairns
3.5 star property
Westcourt
7.2 out of 10, Good, (207 reviews)
"My stay here was very enjoyable. Quiet, and very relaxing."
Australia
Dianne
The price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Motel Nomad Cairns
A modern hotel with self-contained apartments, a swimming pool, and a BBQ area.

7. Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (577 reviews)
"Room was very clean and was great for a few nights stay. Will definitely be coming back for another holiday in cairns!"
United States
Emma
The price is AU$112
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Cairns City Palms
A swimming pool with a stone border, a metal fence, and a staircase leading to a blue building.

8. Aspect Central

Aspect Central
3.0 star property
Cairns North
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Budget price"
Australia
Raymond
The price is AU$111
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Aspect Central
A hotel room with a bed, a window, a nightstand, and a chair.

9. Cairns City Motel

Cairns City Motel
2.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (379 reviews)
"The rooms were clean and ammenities made for a comfortable stay, best of all the bed and pillows were just right so I slept well every night of a 5 night stay - handy to the cafes, restaurants and the esplanade - good value for money."
Australia
Shane
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Cairns City Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, and a lamp.

10. Lake Central

Lake Central
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (219 reviews)
"Clean room great price basic and met our needs."
Canada
Steven
The price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Lake Central
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Top Kuranda Hotel Reviews

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Large, very comfortable room. Great location. Very quiet…didn’t hear any other guests in adjoining rooms for our entire stay. Staff was very pleasant and helpful."
Lisette 3-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Cairns Plaza Hotel

Find out more about Kuranda

Kuranda Motels information

Number of reviews
1,957
Accommodation
16 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$92
Highest Price
AU$149

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Kuranda?
If you can't find a motel in Kuranda, allow Expedia help you find a motel or something similar from more than 1487 lodging options in the larger area. Just use our search tools to filter by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What is a motel?
When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the car park. In the US, motels became more commonplace after World War II with the appeal of road trip holidays, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Kuranda?
Here you'll find some of our customers' favourite motels to choose from in the larger area. Cairns Queens Court is located 17.7 km from the heart of Kuranda. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. The Reef Motel: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as air conditioning. Central Kuranda is 10.6 mi (17 km) away. Motel Nomad Cairns: Enjoy access to the conference centre, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from the heart of Kuranda. Lake Central: Central Kuranda is 11.5 mi (18.4 km) away. Laundry facilities and an outdoor pool are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a kitchenette. Heritage Cairns: 11.2 mi (18 km) from the heart of Kuranda. Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi and parking, as well as room amenities such as air conditioning.
What things can I to do in Kuranda?
These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Rainforestation Nature Park, Birdworld Kuranda and Barron Gorge National Park. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Kuranda Koala Gardens, Kuranda Candy Kitchen and Australian Venom Zoo. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets, Skyrail Kuranda Cableway Station and Kuranda National Park.
What's the weather like in Kuranda?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Kuranda 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 Kuranda are January, February, March and December, with each month seeing an average of 278 mm of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Kuranda while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Kuranda to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.), which is located 8.7 mi (14.1 km) away. If you want to venture outside the area, hop on a train at Kuranda Station.

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