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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 NT$1,747
NT$1,921 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
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 NT$2,714
NT$2,985 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Cairns Southgate Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

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 NT$2,813
NT$3,095 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
A pool area with a sign for Cairns City Palms Hotel Suites and Apartments, surrounded by palm trees and a covered seating area with white chairs and a glass table.

4. Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (583 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 NT$2,295
NT$2,525 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
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 NT$2,106
NT$2,316 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 NT$2,332
NT$2,565 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Reef Palms Motel
A pool area with a swan sculpture, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

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 NT$2,204
NT$2,424 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 NT$2,426
NT$2,669 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 NT$2,093
NT$2,302 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 NT$2,257
NT$2,483 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
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 NT$2,631
NT$2,894 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
A1 Inn the City
A modern kitchen with a dining area, a washing machine, and a large window with a view of trees.

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 NT$4,250
NT$4,675 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Atherton Motel
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Top Cairns and Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International

8/10 Good
"We were on the top floor opposite the Presidential Suite. Carpets were threadbare in the hallways which was not appealing. Room was comfortable and location great but rooms could do with a refresh,"
Brendan 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Pullman Cairns International

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Cairns and Barrier Reef Motels information

Number of reviews
2,008
Accommodation
15 Motels
Lowest Price
NT$1,921
Highest Price
NT$4,675

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