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Next weekend
14 Aug - 16 Aug
In two weeks
21 Aug - 23 Aug
In one month
4 Sep - 6 Sep
In two months
2 Oct - 4 Oct

Our top choices for Kuranda motels

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1. Cairns Southgate Hotel

Cairns Southgate Hotel
4.0 star property
Earlville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Clean room, shops nearby, staff very nice"
Australia
Rachel
The price is AED 357
AED 393 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
Cairns Southgate Hotel
King Room with Spa | View from room

2. Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Staff friendly and helpful, great location, clean and tidy, secure parking, quiet and would stay again. "
Australia
Cindy
The price is AED 370
AED 409 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Heritage Cairns
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

3. Reef Palms Motel

Reef Palms Motel
3.5 star property
Cairns North
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (884 reviews)
"Photos are misleading for the current condition. WiFi connectivity was terrible. Pool was ok."
Australia
Pagalavan
The price is AED 467
AED 517 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Reef Palms Motel
Outdoor pool

4. Aspect Central

Aspect Central
3.0 star property
Cairns North
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Budget price"
Australia
Raymond
The price is AED 261
AED 287 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sep - 6 Sep
Aspect Central
Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

5. The Reef Motel

The Reef Motel
2.0 star property
Cairns North
4.8 out of 10, (15 reviews)
"The staff were wonderful, particularly the manager that was on duty when I checked in. The location is picture perfect!"
Australia
Ian
The price is AED 260
AED 286 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
The Reef Motel
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

6. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
3.5 star property
Earlville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (102 reviews)
"Excellent stay - very clean"
Australia
Tammara
The price is AED 300
AED 330 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
Outdoor pool

7. Motel Nomad Cairns

Motel Nomad Cairns
3.5 star property
Westcourt
7.2 out of 10, Good, (201 reviews)
"Fan switch was broken, so it was almost impossible to change it or turn it off. Photo of property in Expedia was very misleading, in terms of location, surroundings and how everything seemed new or polished within the room. Not enough cups, plates and no screens for windows to stop bugs. Again, very misleading. Properties must be shown as they are."
Australia
Pablo
The price is AED 310
AED 341 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Motel Nomad Cairns
Reception

8. Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court
3.5 star property
Cairns North
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Yes good"
United States
Tara
The price is AED 249
AED 274 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Cairns Queens Court
Queen Ensuite Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

9. Cairns City Motel

Cairns City Motel
2.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (374 reviews)
"It was a good clean place to stay, very close to everything! "
Australia
Madeline
The price is AED 352
AED 387 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
Cairns City Motel
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Blackout drapes, bed sheets

10. Lake Central

Lake Central
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (208 reviews)
"The host had really good communication leading up to our stay and was friendly and helpful throughout, including when we met her at Lake Central. Fairly basic room and amenities, but the location was really great."
Australia
Cath
The price is AED 414
AED 456 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Lake Central
Outdoor pool

11. 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 412
AED 454 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
A1 Inn the City
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Top Kuranda Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

8/10 Good
"Great location, great staff and pretty decent facilities!"
Cassandra 5-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Kuranda?
When you save on your room price, you can enjoy all that Kuranda has to offer. In the area, favorite places to visit include Palm Cove Beach.
What is a motel?
At many motels, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel property, you'll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the popularity of car travel and road trip vacations, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Kuranda?
These are some of our customers' top motels to choose from in the larger area. Heritage Cairns is located 11.2 mi (18 km) from the heart of Kuranda. Enjoy access to the free WiFi and parking, as well as room amenities like air conditioning. The Reef Motel: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like air conditioning. Central Kuranda is 10.6 mi (17 km) away. Cairns Queens Court: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 11 mi (17.7 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 like a kitchenette. Cairns Southgate Hotel: 10.9 mi (17.6 km) from the heart of Kuranda. Enjoy access to the computer station, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
What things can I to do in Kuranda?
These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Rainforestation Nature Park, Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, and Birdworld Kuranda. 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 Barron Falls Lookout.
What's the weather like in Kuranda?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, 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 temp of 80°F, while the coldest months are August and July with an average of 70°F. The rainiest months in Kuranda are January, February, March, and December, with each month seeing an average of 11 inches of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Kuranda when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Kuranda to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), which is located 8.7 mi (14.1 km) from the heart of the city. To venture out into the surrounding area, ride aboard one of the trains from Kuranda Station.

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