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Our top choices for Cairns motels

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Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (554 reviews)
"Everything supplied in the room was excellent. Very spacious and clean. Staff were very helpful. Will stay again. Good location. "
Australia
Erica
The price is AED 303
AED 334 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
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, (867 reviews)
"Great stay! "
United Kingdom
Zack
The price is AED 298
AED 332 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Reef Palms Motel
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 287
AED 316 total
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
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 AED 226
AED 248 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Cairns Queens Court
Sundeck

Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (992 reviews)
"stayed 5 nights there. Staff is warm-hearted"
Canada
Kaiqi
The price is AED 336
AED 373 total
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Heritage Cairns
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 AED 280
AED 308 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Aspect Central
Outdoor pool

Motel Nomad Cairns

Motel Nomad Cairns
3.5 star property
Westcourt
7.2 out of 10, Good, (194 reviews)
"Secure off street parking. Easy check in. Value for money."
Australia
Steve
The price is AED 286
AED 315 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
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, (368 reviews)
"It was a good clean place to stay, very close to everything! "
Australia
Madeline
The price is AED 288
AED 319 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Cairns City Motel
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Blackout drapes, bed sheets

Lake Central

Lake Central
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.0 out of 10, Good, (199 reviews)
"Fine for a budget stay. Very quiet. Easy contactless checkin. Spacious studio."
Australia
Janelle
The price is AED 311
AED 342 total
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Lake Central
Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Port Douglas Motel

Port Douglas Motel
3.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (554 reviews)
"Very colourful hotel, great amenities, close to everything. Love the open kitchen area by the pool. "
Canada
Diane
The price is AED 352
AED 389 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
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, (645 reviews)
"Large clean room for a good price. the Managers were very helpful indeed. Will stay at Lazy Lizard again!"
Australia
Lovelyn
The price is AED 380
AED 418 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Lazy Lizard Motor Inn
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Top Cairns Hotel Reviews

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

8/10 Good
"Breakfast was very good and if you were a big breakfast person you would struggle to eat what was on offer and it was fresh"
Mark Andrew 5-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

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 1354 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 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal. Enjoy access to the free WiFi and parking, as well as room amenities like air conditioning. Cairns Queens Court: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like air conditioning. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal. Cairns City Palms: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and a manager's reception. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal. 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. Reef Palms Motel: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal. Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, 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 Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station. 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 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.