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Our top choices for Cairns and Barrier Reef motels

A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a driveway, and landscaped garden with palm trees.

1. Cairns Southgate Hotel

Cairns Southgate Hotel
4.0 star property
Earlville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (35 reviews)
"Clean room, shops nearby, staff very nice"
Australia
Rachel
The price is NT$3,073
NT$3,381 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Cairns Southgate Hotel
A spacious hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a reception desk.

2. Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court
3.5 star property
Cairns North
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay"
Australia
Peter
The price is NT$1,929
NT$2,122 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Cairns Queens Court
A swimming pool with a stone border, a metal fence, and a staircase leading to a blue building.

3. Aspect Central

Aspect Central
3.0 star property
Cairns North
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Budget price"
Australia
Raymond
The price is NT$2,177
NT$2,394 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Aspect Central
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

4. 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$2,509
NT$2,760 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

5. The Reef Motel

The Reef Motel
2.0 star property
Cairns North
4.8 out of 10, (31 reviews)
"It was a great location"
Australia
Rohan
The price is NT$2,110
NT$2,321 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Reef Motel
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, (899 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$3,029
NT$3,332 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Reef Palms Motel
A modern hotel with self-contained apartments, a swimming pool, and a BBQ area.

7. Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (573 reviews)
"Great place to stay for the 5 days we stayed. Plenty of room in the rooms, great pool & amenities."
Australia
Hannah
The price is NT$2,811
NT$3,092 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Cairns City Palms
A pool area with a swan sculpture, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

8. Motel Nomad Cairns

Motel Nomad Cairns
3.5 star property
Westcourt
7.2 out of 10, Good, (207 reviews)
"There was mould all throughout the room, water damages from the bathroom which can cause a lot of moisture/mould. Bed was extremely uncomfortable. There seems to be a siting area near that room where everyone smokes and chats until late at night, that wasn’t pleasant either. The fridge was extremely loud."
Australia
Kristelle
The price is NT$2,242
NT$2,466 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Motel Nomad Cairns
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, and a lamp.

9. Lake Central

Lake Central
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (216 reviews)
"Clean room great price basic and met our needs."
Canada
Steven
The price is NT$3,269
NT$3,596 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Lake Central
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, (378 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$2,705
NT$2,976 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
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
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, (230 reviews)
"A clean comfortable motel with friendly helpful staff."
Australia
Linda
The price is NT$4,237
NT$4,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Atherton Motel
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Top Cairns and Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Crystalbrook Bailey

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8/10 Good
"Nice hotel Limited amenities Pool and gym disappointing Everything else was solid..."
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Cairns and Barrier Reef Motels information

Number of reviews
2,487
Accommodation
15 Motels
Lowest Price
NT$2,122
Highest Price
NT$4,661

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