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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.

the location was great close to the shopping center and bus transport, good walking distance to the esplanade the pool was lovely I really enjoyed myself, I would love to stay here again on my next trip down to cairns.

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5.8
Review score
1,536 reviews
Price from
$85
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.

A very spacious room with great facilities. Friendly and helpful staff. Great location with restaurants, shopping centers nearby. Secure parking inside the compound.

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7.6
Good
1,008 reviews
Price from
$50
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.

Fantastic set up easy and reasonable breakfast

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7.3
Good
3,369 reviews
Price from
$73
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.

Great service, toiletries topped up everyday with fresh towels. Staff are very friendly and the location was great, very quiet area but still very close to the centre and the waterfront.

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7.4
Good
1,540 reviews
Price from
$99
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
1,774 reviews
Price from
$119
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
171 reviews
Price from
$98
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.

I liked everything, the room, comfortable beds, TV and the free WiFi, rooms were cleaned and neat always

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7.2
Good
998 reviews
Price from
$89
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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6.8
Review score
742 reviews
Price from
$82
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
265 reviews
Price from
$103
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.

Was great, friendly staff, spacious room/bathroom and great value for the price

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5.8
Review score
782 reviews
Price from
$79
per night

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Motels that guests love in Cairns

  • From $116.47 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,134 reviews
    They provided complimentary muffins, scones and good coffee in the lobby area. We enjoyed the Green Island snorkelling and the glass bottom boat day trip. We liked the Kuranda Skyrail Cableway and the Kuranda train that we took back to Cairns. We enjoyed the walk along the Esplanade and watched the sunset.
    Al
    Australia
  • From $53 per night
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 355 reviews
    Location and free parking
    Ciana
    Ireland
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 13 reviews
    Location is excellent. Very close to shopping centre and town. Good coffee shop on the corner as well. 2 bathrooms and 5 bedrooms worked well for 3 adults and older children.
    Tracey
    Australia
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 319 reviews
    Property was nice and clean, stuff was friendly. Close by good coffee shop and pub.
    Gorka
    Australia
  • From $200.39 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 143 reviews
    Carolyn was really nice and accommodating at last minute! Location was great and central. The bed was really comfy! TV was huge. Very quiet place was a good sleep. Free parking was provided but our van unfortunately didn't fit in so we had to pay for the three days across the road. Was cheap though so didn't really mind.
    Jennifer
    United Kingdom
  • From $72.87 per night
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,369 reviews
    Walking distance to the Esplanade and shops centre. Location of the motel is in point.
    Dalasa
    Australia
  • From $85.46 per night
    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
    Canada
  • From $72.87 per night
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,369 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
    Netherlands
  • From $89.43 per night
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 998 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
    Australia
  • From $115.93 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 7,444 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
    Australia

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