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Our top choices for Cairns and Barrier Reef motels

A multi-level atrium with palm trees, a staircase, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

1. Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court
3.5 star property
Cairns North
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"One of the best hotels I’ve stayed at for the price!"
Australia
Ryoichi
The price is CA $75
CA $83 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Cairns Queens Court
A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a driveway, and landscaped garden with palm trees.

2. Cairns Southgate Hotel

Cairns Southgate Hotel
4.0 star property
Earlville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (42 reviews)
"excellent clean hotel"
Australia
Mr Charles A
The price is CA $112
CA $124 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Cairns Southgate Hotel
A children's play area with colorful play structures and a patterned carpet.

3. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
3.5 star property
Earlville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (105 reviews)
"Excellent stay - very clean"
Australia
Tammara
The price is CA $122
CA $134 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a kitchenette, and a dining area.

4. Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (584 reviews)
"Great and convenient location. Easy parking and spacious rooms. We were very comfortable and happy with our stay."
United States
Ruth
The price is CA $95
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Cairns City Palms
A swimming pool with a stone border, a metal fence, and a staircase leading to a blue building.

5. Aspect Central

Aspect Central
3.0 star property
Cairns North
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent customer service friendly staff clean rooms ,- quite hotel "
Australia
BERES
The price is CA $91
CA $101 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Aspect Central
A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a rock formation.

6. Reef Palms Motel

Reef Palms Motel
3.5 star property
Cairns North
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (903 reviews)
"Property looks a bit dated but the room was well decorated and fresh and tidy. Only a few blocks back from the Esplanade but quite a walk to central Cairns. Staff helpful and obliging."
Australia
Jo
The price is CA $101
CA $111 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Reef Palms Motel
A swimming pool with swan-shaped inflatable floats, surrounded by palm trees and a stone wall.

7. Motel Nomad Cairns

Motel Nomad Cairns
3.5 star property
Westcourt
7.2 out of 10, Good, (211 reviews)
"My stay here was very enjoyable. Quiet, and very relaxing."
Australia
Dianne
The price is CA $96
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Motel Nomad Cairns
A pool area with a person swimming, surrounded by palm trees and a wooden deck with chairs and a table.

8. Lake Central

Lake Central
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (221 reviews)
"Very clean, great location and close to everything in the city. Very friendly and family owned"
Australia
Fiona
The price is CA $105
CA $116 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Lake Central
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

9. The Reef Motel

The Reef Motel
2.0 star property
Cairns North
5.0 out of 10, (42 reviews)
"It was a great location"
Australia
Rohan
The price is CA $91
CA $100 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
The Reef Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a window, a nightstand, and a chair.

10. Cairns City Motel

Cairns City Motel
2.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (380 reviews)
"The rooms were clean and ammenities made for a comfortable stay, best of all the bed and pillows were just right so I slept well every night of a 5 night stay - handy to the cafes, restaurants and the esplanade - good value for money."
Australia
Shane
The price is CA $94
CA $104 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Cairns City Motel
A clear pool surrounded by rocks and a brick pathway.

11. A1 Inn the City

A1 Inn the City
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.4 out of 10, Good, (160 reviews)
"Great value and location. "
Australia
Bill
The price is CA $114
CA $126 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
A1 Inn the City
A pathway leading to a building with multiple rooms, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and illuminated by ground lights.

12. Atherton Motel

Atherton Motel
3.5 star property
Atherton
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (231 reviews)
"A clean comfortable motel with friendly helpful staff."
Australia
Linda
The price is CA $183
CA $201 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Atherton Motel
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Top Cairns and Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was so helpful with my tour booking as we booked the tour a little bit late. Sorry I don't remember her name but she is a Asian looking girl. She did a good job communicating with travel agent to make my tour bookings. Thank you."
Feng 3-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Crystalbrook Bailey

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Number of reviews
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Accommodation
15 Motels
Lowest Price
CA $83
Highest Price
CA $201

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