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Cairns City Motel

2.5 star property
Motel near Cairns Performing Arts Centre in Cairns

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Terrace/patio
Front of property
Queen Ensuite Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes
Queen Ensuite Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes
Outdoor pool

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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169 Lake St, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Cairns Esplanade
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Esplanade Lagoon
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Reef Fleet Terminal
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Ensuite Room | Bathroom | Shower, towels, soap, toilet paper

Twin Ensuite Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Queen Ensuite Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cairns

City center stay.At this Cairns Central Business District motel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Cairns Performing Arts Centre and Cairns Esplanade. Also, Cairns Night Markets is within half a mile (1 km) and Esplanade Lagoon is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cairns Night Markets - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Reef Hotel Casino - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 15 min walk
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dundee’s at the Cairns Aquarium - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Atrium - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chezest - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Gelocchio - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Cairns City Motel

Motel near Cairns Performing Arts Centre in Cairns
As a guest of Cairns City Motel, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Cairns City Motel also features laundry facilities, express check-in, and express check-out. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cairns motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Smoking in designated areas
Cairns City Motel offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.0 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.0 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Cairns City Motel to the airport?

Cairns City Motel is 3.9 mi (7-min drive) away from the Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cairns City Motel?

As of Apr 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cairns City Motel on Apr 14, 2025 start from $81.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Cairns City Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Cairns City Motel.

How close is Cairns City Motel to the beach?

This motel is 7.2 mi (14-min drive) from Holloways Beach and 10.8 mi (18-min drive) from Yorkeys Knob Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Cairns City Motel offer free breakfast?

Cairns City Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cairns City Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Reef Hotel Casino (16-min walk) and Cazalys Cairns (5-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Cairns City Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Cairns City Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Cairns City Motel have a pool?

Cairns City Motel features an outdoor pool.

Does Cairns City Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Cairns City Motel to downtown Cairns?

Cairns City Motel is 0.4 mi away from Cairns.

Cairns City Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 340 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 130 out of 340 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 340 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 340 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 340 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Wayne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only thing good about the place was the pillows n the bedside lights. (Could have used them for pig chasin. Bed was terrible, no locks on door, A/C Smelt moldy, mold on shower curtain n every groove of the tiny shower cubicle. Showerhead was either blocked or no water pressure.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness
Basic accommodation, only limited parking, therefore parking on street required.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ware

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Haydon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, convenient location
Clean room, met my needs for an overnight stay close to the CBD.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Larry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Angela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Easy walking to beach, shops, night market and casino. Older unit but had everything we needed. Lovely helpful staff. Down side only 6 car parks. If you miss out on a car park you have to park out side on the street. I would definetly stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kristy

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location to places.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Centre of town within walking distance of the Esplanade.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Renee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's clean and has the necessities. Nothing fancy, but we don't need fancy. The manager was polite and helpful. We came after hours and had no problem getting our key from the lock box. A nice simple place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosmarie

Traveled with family
All good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very noisy neighbours
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Walking distance to Esplanade and wharf
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cricket

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Lothar

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The convenience and accessibility of the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The motel is basic close to the cbd. Good stay if you want cheep motel close to the cbd
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Position was good close to esplanade only bad thing limited parking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Pam

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The single bed did not have a top sheet. The double bed only had a sheet with no other cover. The bathroom door did not fit the door frame. The door was too small which lefr a gap around the frame which allowed the shower curtain to blow around when in the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Cathy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The carpet in the room was disgusting smelly and we didn’t get any sleep from the people yelling and screaming out the front in the street all night long!! So pleased to leave early that morning
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Julie-Ann

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were lovely and helpful. Walking distance to everything you need for a 11 day stay
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gøril Iren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Lynette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms need a lot of repairs. Mouldy grout in the shower. No information on the room. Staff not in the office to greet us. Fridge was great and there was tea, coffee and equipment available.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Brian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We had a ground floor room. It was old but adequate even noisy, but we slept well.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tristan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Ross

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The unit was dirty, we had to ask for a change of towels after our second night. The sheets sufficed for 3 nights and there was no dining area. This ultimately suited us as we were out for the whole three nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024