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15 May - 17 May
In two weeks
22 May - 24 May
In one month
5 Jun - 7 Jun
In two months
3 Jul - 5 Jul

Our top choices for Cairns motels

Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (990 reviews)
"Friendly staff"
Australia
Dave
The price is Rp1.734.908
Rp1.908.399 total
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Heritage Cairns
Reception

Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court
3.5 star property
Cairns North
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room with friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Theo
The price is Rp1.195.442
Rp1.314.986 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Cairns Queens Court
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Reef Palms Motel

Reef Palms Motel
3.5 star property
Cairns North
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (864 reviews)
"Great stay! "
United Kingdom
Zack
The price is Rp1.513.869
Rp1.665.256 total
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Reef Palms Motel
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 Rp1.229.738
Rp1.521.260 total
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Aspect Central
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cots/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 Rp1.352.926
Rp1.488.219 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
Property entrance

Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (550 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 Rp1.471.631
Rp1.618.794 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Cairns City Palms
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 Rp1.357.754
Rp1.493.529 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Motel Nomad Cairns
Queen Ensuite Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

Cairns City Motel

Cairns City Motel
2.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (366 reviews)
"It was a good clean place to stay, very close to everything! "
Australia
Madeline
The price is Rp1.377.499
Rp1.515.249 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Cairns City Motel
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Blackout curtains, bed sheets

Lake Central

Lake Central
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.0 out of 10, Good, (198 reviews)
"Staff was excellent and friendly. Stored our luggage until our afternoon flight time even though check out was at 10am. Thank you! "
Canada
Jacqueline
The price is Rp1.393.540
Rp1.532.894 total
includes taxes & fees
15 May - 16 May
Lake Central
Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Port Douglas Motel

Port Douglas Motel
3.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (552 reviews)
"Great location close to 4 mile beach and center of town. Very retro. Desk clerk, Jenny, was EXTREMELY helpful."
United States
David
The price is Rp1.774.842
Rp1.952.326 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Port Douglas Motel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

Lazy Lizard Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (644 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 Rp1.804.715
Rp1.985.124 total
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Lazy Lizard Motor Inn
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Top Cairns Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Very helpful staff .. clean and comfortable room .. breakfast was amazing .. great location!"
ROSS 7-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

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Cairns Motels information

Number of reviews
5,518
Accommodation
12 Motels
Lowest Price
Rp1.314.986
Highest Price
Rp1.985.124

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Cairns?
If you're having trouble locating 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 1338 hotels and other lodging options. Just use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
Motels often have free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. Starting in the early 1950s, colourful neon signs were used as beacons for tired families on road trips, and examples can still be seen today along historic US 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 Wi-Fi and parking, as well as room amenities such as air conditioning. Cairns Queens Court: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as 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 self-parking.
How many motels are there in Cairns?
Expedia has 14 low-priced 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 Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens. 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 road trip, 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 temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are August and July, with an average of 21°C. The rainiest months in Cairns are January, February, March and December, with each month seeing an average of 281 mm of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Cairns while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Cairns to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.), which is located 3.5 mi (5.6 km) away. If you'd like to explore more of the area, take a train from Cairns Station, Freshwater Station or Redlynch Station. You can find out about water transport options at the marina.