Air-conditioned rooms
Cool off and relax after a day in the tropics.
TROPICAL NORTH QUEENSLAND
Affordable, Comfortable & Central
Accommodation in Cairns
Enjoy comfortable, affordable accommodation in Cairns city, with air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool and easy access to Cairns Esplanade, Cairns Lagoon, local dining and reef and rainforest tours.
Relax and rechargePoolside moments in Cairns
Outdoor poolTake a refreshing dip
Central locationWalk to the Esplanade
On-site parkingLimited spots; free unlimited on-street parking available
YOUR CITY ESCAPECAIRNS, QUEENSLAND
WELCOME TO CAIRNS CITY MOTEL
Close to the action.
Easy to settle into.
If you are looking for a motel in Cairns, Cairns City Motel offers comfortable, central accommodation for holidaymakers, couples, families and visitors to the city. Our location puts waterfront walks, cafés, local attractions and tour departures within easy reach.
After exploring the Great Barrier Reef, the Wet Tropics rainforest or the city, return to air-conditioned comfort and unwind by the outdoor swimming pool. Guest facilities include private bathrooms, practical in-room amenities and a guest laundry.
Explore our facilitiesTHE ESSENTIALS, COVERED
Everything you need
for a comfortable stay.
Thoughtful in-room essentials and handy shared facilities help make your Cairns visit simple and comfortable.
Room amenities
Rooms include a microwave, toaster, kettle and fridge/freezer.
Private bathroom
Every room has its own bathroom with a shower.
FIND YOUR ROOM
Queen or twin.
Make yourself at home.
Choose the room setup that suits your Cairns stay. Both room types include practical essentials and a private ensuite bathroom.
FOR COUPLES & SOLO TRAVELLERS
Queen Ensuite Room
A comfortable room with a queen bed, private ensuite and handy in-room essentials — a convenient base for exploring Cairns and the surrounding region.
Room amenities
- Queen bed
- Air conditioning
- Private ensuite bathroom with shower
- Microwave, toaster and kettle
- Fridge/freezer
FOR FRIENDS & TRAVELLING COMPANIONS
Twin Ensuite Room
With one queen bed and one single bed, this room offers a flexible setup for friends or family travelling together.
Room amenities
- 1 queen bed
- 1 single bed
- Air conditioning
- Private ensuite bathroom with shower
- Microwave, toaster and kettle
- Fridge/freezer
A CLOSER LOOK
Explore the motel.
Browse our photo gallery.
View our tropical outdoor spaces, guest rooms and practical facilities.
A GREAT BASE FOR EXPLORING
Make more of
your time in Cairns.
From a stroll along the waterfront to big days out in the rainforest, many local highlights are just a short trip away.
Supermarket5 min walk
Cairns Esplanade5 min walk
Cairns Esplanade Lagoon10 min walk
Cairns Performing Arts Centre (CPAC)10 min walk
Cairns RSL Club5 min walk
Cairns Hospital10 min walk
Cairns Day Surgery5 min walk
Travel times are approximate and may vary with traffic and route.
GUEST FEEDBACK
A convenient Cairns base.
In our guests’ words.
See recent guest feedback on the platforms travellers use to plan their stay.
GOOGLE REVIEWS
“Lovely friendly staff”
“Lovely friendly staff, nice and clean motel, comfortable bed, good location.”
— Google reviewer
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“Great customer service”
“Great customer service, nice place, nice people.”
— Google reviewer
Read Google reviews ↗BOOKING.COM
Rated “Good”
7.5/10 overall guest score, with a 8.9/10 location score on Booking.com at the time this page was prepared.
Scores can change as new reviews are submitted.
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Frequently asked
questions.
Useful details to help make your stay in Cairns easy.
When can guests check in and check out?
Check-in is from 2 pm. Check-out is by 10 am.
Can we accommodate late arrivals?
Yes. Please let us know in advance if you’ll arrive after reception closes. We’ll arrange a key in the safe near the reception door and send you the instructions.
When is reception open?
Reception is open from 9 am to 7 pm. Although it’s not always manned, our staff live on-site and are available during these hours. Please ring the doorbell or call the number displayed on the reception door for assistance.
Can we arrange an early check-in?
Please let us know in advance. We’ll prioritise cleaning your room where possible.
Can we store guests’ luggage?
Guests are welcome to drop off luggage from 9 am before check-in. For storage after check-out, please contact us to confirm availability.
Can we offer a late check-out?
Yes. Late check-out is available until 12 pm for an additional $30 fee, payable at check-in. Please arrange this with us in advance.
What parking options do we offer?
We offer limited free on-site parking on a first-come, first-served basis. Free unlimited on-street parking is also available nearby. On-site spaces cannot be reserved.
What is our cancellation policy?
Guests who book directly with us can enjoy free cancellation until the day before arrival, subject to the applicable booking terms. All non-refundable bookings made through third-party booking websites must be honoured according to the conditions accepted at the time of booking.
Where can guests find us?
We’re located at 169 Lake Street, Cairns, opposite St Monica’s College and approximately 200 metres north of the Cairns Aquarium.