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Our top choices for Cairns motels

Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (978 reviews)
"The staff were friendly and helpful, bed comfortable, shower good and plenty of parking. "
Australia
Frances
The price is P5,303
P5,833 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 4 - Apr 5
Heritage Cairns

Reef Palms Motel

Reef Palms Motel
3.5 star property
Cairns North
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (857 reviews)
"Great stay! "
United Kingdom
Zack
The price is P4,055
P4,461 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 20 - Mar 21
Reef Palms Motel

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 P4,882
P5,370 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court
3.5 star property
Cairns North
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Yes i like it there maybe next time i will come and stay there."
Australia
Buigum
The price is P3,832
P4,215 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 24 - Mar 25
Cairns Queens Court

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 P3,996
P4,396 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 11 - Mar 12
Aspect Central

Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (525 reviews)
"Clean rooms ans staff at check-in was very good"
Australia
Tambelina
The price is P4,885
P5,374 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 10 - Mar 11
Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Motel

Cairns City Motel
2.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (359 reviews)
"Very clean , friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Veronique
The price is P4,467
P4,913 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 10 - Mar 11
Cairns City Motel

Motel Nomad Cairns

Motel Nomad Cairns
3.5 star property
Westcourt
7.2 out of 10, Good, (191 reviews)
"Comfortable room, clean everything needed for a quick business trip"
Australia
Heidi
The price is P4,374
P4,811 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Motel Nomad Cairns

South Cairns Resort

South Cairns Resort
3.5 star property
Woree
7.6 out of 10, Good, (314 reviews)
"Lovely little place to stay for our very short visit. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. Very affordable. Will be staying again on our next visit."
Australia
Barbara
The price is P7,469
P8,216 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 20 - Mar 21
South Cairns Resort

Lake Central

Lake Central
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.0 out of 10, Good, (197 reviews)
"Convenient close to everything "
Australia
Geoffrey
The price is P4,031
P4,434 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 17 - Mar 18
Lake Central

Port Douglas Motel

Port Douglas Motel
3.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (540 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 P5,613
P6,174 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 13 - Mar 14
Port Douglas Motel

Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

Lazy Lizard Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (642 reviews)
"The place was wonderful "
United States
Dusty
The price is P5,191
P5,710 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

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 P6,506
P7,156 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 19 - Mar 20
Yungaburra Park Motel
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Cairns Motels information

Number of reviews
6,754
Accommodation
14 Motels
Lowest Price
P4,215
Highest Price
P8,216

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 1316 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, a snack bar/deli, and parking are available during your stay. Reef Palms Motel: Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade. Enjoy access to the business center, and freebies including WiFi, parking, and an area shuttle.
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: 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.

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