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13 Feb - 15 Feb
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20 Feb - 22 Feb
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6 Mar - 8 Mar
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3 Apr - 5 Apr

Our top choices for Cairns motels

Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (975 reviews)
"The staff were friendly and helpful, bed comfortable, shower good and plenty of parking. "
Australia
Frances
The price is AED 366
AED 408 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Heritage Cairns
Exterior detail

Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court
3.5 star property
Cairns North
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Yes i like it there maybe next time i will come and stay there."
Australia
Buigum
The price is AED 220
AED 242 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Cairns Queens Court
Sundeck

Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (514 reviews)
"Clean rooms ans staff at check-in was very good"
Australia
Tambelina
The price is AED 289
AED 319 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Cairns City Palms
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Reef Palms Motel

Reef Palms Motel
3.5 star property
Cairns North
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (854 reviews)
"Great stay! "
United Kingdom
Zack
The price is AED 270
AED 298 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Reef Palms Motel
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 AED 244
AED 269 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Aspect Central
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/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 AED 304
AED 334 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
Outdoor pool

A1 Inn the City

A1 Inn the City
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.4 out of 10, Good, (160 reviews)
"Great value and location. "
Australia
Bill
The price is AED 317
AED 348 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
A1 Inn the City
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 AED 269
AED 296 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Motel Nomad Cairns
Queen Ensuite Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Cairns City Motel

Cairns City Motel
2.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (357 reviews)
"Very clean , friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Veronique
The price is AED 296
AED 326 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Cairns City Motel
Property amenity

Port Douglas Motel

Port Douglas Motel
3.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (536 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 AED 335
AED 370 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
Port Douglas Motel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

Lazy Lizard Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (641 reviews)
"The place was wonderful "
United States
Dusty
The price is AED 326
AED 358 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Feb - 8 Feb
Lazy Lizard Motor Inn
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 AED 403
AED 444 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Yungaburra Park Motel
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Top Cairns Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Great spacious room with all the amenities needed. Easy check in and special Thank you to Niklas for assisting with our bags and car, a nice warm welcome. Will definitely stay again when next in Cairns. "
NICOLA 2-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Cairns?
If you're having difficulty finding 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 1342 hotels and other lodging options. Simply use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-effective amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transportation.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
Motel properties often include free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. Beginning in the early 1950s, eye-catching neon signs enticed road-weary travelers, and you can see these today along the historic U.S. Route 66.
What are the best motels in Cairns?
Cairns City Palms: Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade. 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 like air conditioning. It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade. Motel Nomad Cairns: Enjoy access to the conference center, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade. Heritage Cairns: It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade. Free WiFi, free parking, and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. Cairns City Motel: Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
How many motels should I expect to find in Cairns?
Expedia has 14 low-cost 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 roadtrip, 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 temp of 80°F, while the coldest months are August and July with an average of 70°F. The rainiest months in Cairns are January, February, March, and December, with each month seeing an average of 11 inches of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Cairns when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Cairns to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), which is located 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from the city center. If you want to see more of the area, hop aboard a train from Cairns Station, Freshwater Station, or Redlynch Station. You can find out about water travel options at the marina.