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Motels in Cairns

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Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns

3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (950)
"Good location, friendly staff, secure car parking & a spacious room. "
United Kingdom
Karen
The price is AED 343
AED 383 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Heritage Cairns
Reception
Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court

3.5 star property
Cairns North
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"Excellent service, clean room, friendly staff, pool "
Australia
Ngau
The price is AED 252
AED 277 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Cairns Queens Court
Property entrance
Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms

4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (497)
"Clean, very helpful reception. Can be a bit noisy as by busy road and on flight path"
United Kingdom
Pete
The price is AED 336
AED 369 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Cairns City Palms
Family Studio 3 Bedroom Apartment | Terrace/patio
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

3.5 star property
Earlville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (93)
"Excellent room and very well priced. Great meal in the Bistro. Would stay here again."
Australia
DAVID
The price is AED 281
AED 309 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Reef Palms Motel

Reef Palms Motel

3.5 star property
Cairns North
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (847)
"Friendly staff. Place is dated but has a nice pool."
Australia
Michael
The price is AED 344
AED 378 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Reef Palms Motel
Outdoor pool
Aspect Central

Aspect Central

3.0 star property
Cairns North
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1005)
"This was a very pleasant stay. Clean room, great location, wonderful staff, working Wi-Fi, reasonably close to the airport, everything as advertised, great value."
United States
Yury
The price is AED 232
AED 255 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Aspect Central
Outdoor pool
Motel Nomad Cairns

Motel Nomad Cairns

3.5 star property
Westcourt
7.2 out of 10, Good, (185)
"Comfortable room, clean everything needed for a quick business trip"
Australia
Heidi
The price is AED 234
AED 258 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Motel Nomad Cairns
Laundry
Cairns City Motel

Cairns City Motel

2.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (353)
"Very clean , friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Veronique
The price is AED 283
AED 312 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Cairns City Motel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Port Douglas Motel

Port Douglas Motel

3.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (528)
"Room very nice and clean. Staff very nice and helpful. "
Australia
Rebecca
The price is AED 312
AED 345 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
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, (636)
"The place was wonderful "
United States
Dusty
The price is AED 323
AED 355 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Lazy Lizard Motor Inn
Gazebo
Yungaburra Park Motel

Yungaburra Park Motel

3.0 star property
Yungaburra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (143)
"Great location. Clean, helpful staff A little old and furniture and rooms dated but a good place to stay "
Australia
Jacqui
The price is AED 374
AED 412 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Yungaburra Park Motel
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Top Cairns Hotel Reviews

Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was great and the property was beautiful!"
Valerie 3-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
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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 1324 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?
Heritage Cairns: Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. 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. Cairns City Palms: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and a manager's reception. Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade. Motel Nomad Cairns: It's located within a quick 4-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade. Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel: Stay within a short 6-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade. Enjoy access to the arcade/game room, 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 beautiful coral reefs and lush rainforest 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.

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