10 Best Motels in Cairns: Find Cheap Motels in Cairns 2026

Q: 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. The Reef Motel : Enjoy access to the outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal. Cairns City Palms : You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal. Free WiFi, a snack bar/deli, and a computer station are available during your stay. Motel Nomad Cairns : Stay within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal. Enjoy access to the conference center, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

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Our top choices for Cairns motels

Heritage Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

Cindy

￥16,572 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Reef Motel

Cairns North

David

￥15,137 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 28 - Jun 29

Cairns Southgate Hotel

Earlville

Thea

￥16,351 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 12 - Jul 13

Aspect Central

Cairns North

Francis

￥14,726 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 9 - Jul 10

Cairns Queens Court

Cairns North

Theo

￥15,870 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 28 - Jun 29

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

Earlville

Melia

￥13,321 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 5 - Jul 6

Reef Palms Motel

Cairns North

Zack

￥17,388 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 29 - Jun 30

Cairns City Palms

Cairns North

jean

￥14,154 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 28 - Jun 29

Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Blackout drapes, bed sheets

Lake Central

Cairns Central Business District

Janelle

￥15,144 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 15 - Jul 16

Queen Ensuite Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Cairns City Motel

Cairns Central Business District

Madeline

￥15,437 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 15 - Jul 16

Motel Nomad Cairns

Westcourt

Dianne

￥16,293 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 7 - Jul 8

Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Port Douglas Motel

Port Douglas

Linda

￥27,004 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 29 - Jun 30

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

Port Douglas

Ashwood

￥31,180 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 29 - Jun 30

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Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

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"We throughly enjoyed our stay at Novotel Cairns. Everything from accommodation, restaurant, pool & staff were amazing will definitely stay again if we come back to Cairns!!"

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Number of reviews	5,425
Accommodation	15 Motels
Lowest Price	￥13,321
Highest Price	￥31,125

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 1371 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. The Reef Motel: Enjoy access to the outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal. Cairns City Palms: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal. Free WiFi, a snack bar/deli, and a computer station are available during your stay. Motel Nomad Cairns: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal. Enjoy access to the conference center, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

How many motels should I expect to find in Cairns?

Expedia has 15 low-cost motels in Cairns.

What things can I to do in Cairns?

Enjoy the lush rainforest and beautiful coral reefs 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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