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Featuring an outdoor swimming pool with a cascading waterfall and a separate dive pool, City Sheridan Motel is centrally located in Cairns City Centre. Relax on your private balcony and take in the tropical weather. Guests can enjoy free WiFi and free on-site parking located at the rear of the property.

Was a very big room which I loved as most places I stay are very jam packed and no room for anything

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5.8
Review score
1,519 reviews
Price from
£57
per night

Ideally located just 800 metres north of the Cairns city centre, Aspect Central offers free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, bar and outdoor swimming pool.

All air-conditioned rooms at Cairns Aspect Central are tastefully appointed and offer a work desk and minibar. Each has an en suite bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer.

Staff are always super lovely. I've come back to this hotel probably 10 times over the past couple years and the staff are consistently great. They were also able to accomodate my early check-in request...the effort to make that happen was really, really, really appreciated!

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7.6
Good
1,010 reviews
Price from
£40
per night

Cairns Queens Court is a privately owned and operated hotel located in central Cairns, offering affordable accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, and free off-street parking. The hotel offers free WiFi in the rooms and public areas.

Room was clear and pretty. We had coffee, tea, kettle and fridge what was really useful

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7.3
Good
3,347 reviews
Price from
£52
per night

All modern rooms have flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, air-conditioning and tea/coffee making facilities. Guests have access to free WiFi, 2 swimming pools, a fully equipped laundry and ample off-street parking.

A professional run outfit. The staff were very friendly.

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7.4
Good
1,550 reviews
Price from
£71
per night

Located 200 metres from the Esplanade and offering free Wi-Fi, Reef Palms offers self-contained studio and apartments, plus a swimming pool with recreational spa, barbecue area and full laundry facilities.

The facilities were clean, and the managers very friendly.

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7
Good
1,771 reviews
Price from
£96
per night

Situated in Cairns, within 1.6 km of Cairns Station and 2.6 km of Cairns Convention Centre, Cairns Motor Inn features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The motel provides an outdoor swimming pool and room service.

Quiet convenient spot, no hassle stay and the staff is extremely helpful. Rooms are very tidy and well kept. Good air-conditioning and comfortable bed. We find it a bonus to be able to park our vehicle in front of our room.

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6.5
Review score
173 reviews
Price from
£83
per night

Offering free WiFi for all guests and an outdoor swimming pool, Cairns City Motel is located in just 5 minutes' walk from The Esplanade and Cairns Lagoon. Guests enjoy free limited on-site parking (6 spots). Parking spots can not be reserved.

Stayed here twice, no frills hotel very close to Cairns CBD, only 8 minutes to night market and many food oulets. 3 minutes to Esplanade and nearest bus stop. Comfortable bed, good shower, very quiet, has a desk & chair for laptop work etc., has a mini kitchen and coffee making. Everything I needed. Highly recommended value for money.

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7.2
Good
987 reviews
Price from
£66
per night

Located just 6 minutes’ drive from Cairns city centre, South Cairns Resort offers an outdoor lagoon pool and free on-site parking.

The renovated South Cairns Resort boasts a children's playground and a BBQ and picnic area. Daily tours can be arranged at the tour desk.

The beds were very comfortable

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6.9
Review score
747 reviews
Price from
£62
per night

The motel also features poolside BBQ facilities next to a gazebo, a tennis court, free in-house movies and a book exchange service.

The motel is a short drive from Cairns attractions, the Bayview Heights Golf Course and the Cannon Park Racecourse. There are bus stops within walking distance of the motel.

Swimming pool apartment close to supermarket

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7.1
Good
269 reviews
Price from
£69
per night

Just 2 minutes' walk from the Cairns Esplanade waterfront, Tropical Queenslander offers affordable reef family studios and two-bedroom units with a kitchenette. Central Cairns is less than 2.5 km away.

Comfortable room right for my family, enjoying organised beds, clean bathroom and ready-for-use kitchen items.

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5.8
Review score
796 reviews
Price from
£63
per night

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Both travellers on the road and on a budget rely on motels for convenient stops with reasonable rates. Direct access to parking makes a motel an easy place to catch some sleep after a day of driving. The relatively smaller size of this accommodation type can also help to make check-in quick and easy.
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  • Avg. price/night: £83.27
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,567 reviews
    There is free parking on site. A good view of the pool and internal courtyard from the balcony. We were given a second attached room, with kitchenette but no air-conditioning, so we shut the connecting door. The motel is older, but is clean and serviceable.
    Victor
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £78.56
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,550 reviews
    the room was amazing clean beds were comfortable and the towels were amazing .I have stayed in many hotel/motels and the facilities here were great I would highly recommend it and definitely stay there again thankyou
    Margaret
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £62.85
    5.8
    Scored 5.8
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 796 reviews
    friendly receptionist advised a lot of good trips and provided a plenty of good tips for trips in surrounding area, very helpful person very nice swimming pool good accommodation possibility of free parking in the area of accommodation
    Libor
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £161.83
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 851 reviews
    Location overlooking Esplanade. Friendly staff. Free parking. Good size apartment
    Jennifer
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £85.90
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,132 reviews
    Never once had breakfast during my stay. May be next time when I'm booked at this motel.
    Shirley
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £85.90
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,132 reviews
    Friendly stuff, clean room with air-co, kitchen supplies and basically everything you may need, good for a 'on the road' type of stay
    Malwina
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £141.05
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,270 reviews
    I have stayed here before because the motel is in a great location, the rooms are very clean, and it is exceptional value for money. The room was very spacious and the bed was very comfortable. Although a full breakfast was available in the dining room I especially liked the option of a boxed breakfast for $9. This is now my go to place when in Cairns.
    Julie
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £51.85
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,347 reviews
    Motel met my needs for a 2 night stay, free parking, helpful staff. 10-15 minute walk to Cairns shopping area. Swimming pool and a cozy outside seating area. Laundry room.
    Miran
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £80.13
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 986 reviews
    I really like this motel. It's unpretentious, affordable, clean, comfortable, and safe. It has convenient free parking and a laundry. I also love the plentiful powerpoints in the rooms, and the large bathrooms. Plus it's run by a family and has a good vibe.
    Suzanne
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £83.27
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 7,473 reviews
    The motel was good, clean, tidy. There’s a restaurant with tasty food and good coffee. Good areas for children to play and still be able to be watched easily.
    Sue
    Young couple

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