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Cairns City Motel 3 stars
Cairns
Offering free WiFi for all guests and an outdoor swimming pool, Cairns City Motel is located in just 5 minutes' walk from The Esplanade and Cairns Lagoon. Guests enjoy free limited on-site parking (6 spots). Parking spots can not be reserved.
Philippines
Stayed here twice, no frills hotel very close to Cairns CBD, only 8 minutes to night market and many food oulets. 3 minutes to Esplanade and nearest bus stop. Comfortable bed, good shower, very quiet, has a desk & chair for laptop work etc., has a mini kitchen and coffee making. Everything I needed. Highly recommended value for money.
Cairns City Sheridan Motel 3 stars
Cairns
Featuring an outdoor swimming pool with a cascading waterfall and a separate dive pool, City Sheridan Motel is centrally located in Cairns City Centre. Relax on your private balcony and take in the tropical weather. Guests can enjoy free WiFi and free on-site parking located at the rear of the property.
United States
Perfectly located in the heart of Shinjuku, Just steps from Golden Gai. Tons of restaurants and shopping, 7 minute walk to the train station. Steps away from two conviene stores. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room were good for the price. I would stay here again
Aspect Central 4 stars
Cairns
Ideally located just 800 metres north of the Cairns city centre, Aspect Central offers free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, bar and outdoor swimming pool.
All air-conditioned rooms at Cairns Aspect Central are tastefully appointed and offer a work desk and minibar. Each has an en suite bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer.
Japan
I stayed in a single room. It was nice that the room has own bathroom and shower. There were also hair dryer and fridge, which was good for me.
Cairns Queens Court 3.5 stars
Cairns
Cairns Queens Court is a privately owned and operated hotel located in central Cairns, offering affordable accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, and free off-street parking. The hotel offers free WiFi in the rooms and public areas.
United States
Charming and efficiently run. Mark and Veronica were wonderful. We loved the breakfasts, with guests enjoying them all over the property. Comfortable beds. Beautiful, fluffy white towels. Daily self serve meals, and a specialty coffee machine. We would love to come back
Comfort Inn Cairns City 4 stars
Cairns
All modern rooms have flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, air-conditioning and tea/coffee making facilities. Guests have access to free WiFi, 2 swimming pools, a fully equipped laundry and ample off-street parking.
Ireland
Great service, toiletries topped up everyday with fresh towels. Staff are very friendly and the location was great, very quiet area but still very close to the centre and the waterfront.
Reef Palms 3.5 stars
Cairns
Located 200 metres from the Esplanade and offering free Wi-Fi, Reef Palms offers self-contained studio and apartments, plus a swimming pool with recreational spa, barbecue area and full laundry facilities.
United States
The facilities were clean, and the managers very friendly.
Cairns Motor Inn 3 stars
Cairns
Situated in Cairns, within 1.6 km of Cairns Station and 2.6 km of Cairns Convention Centre, Cairns Motor Inn features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The motel provides an outdoor swimming pool and room service.
Australia
Quiet convenient spot, no hassle stay and the staff is extremely helpful. Rooms are very tidy and well kept. Good air-conditioning and comfortable bed. We find it a bonus to be able to park our vehicle in front of our room.
South Cairns Resort 3.5 stars
Cairns
Located just 6 minutes’ drive from Cairns city centre, South Cairns Resort offers an outdoor lagoon pool and free on-site parking.
The renovated South Cairns Resort boasts a children's playground and a BBQ and picnic area. Daily tours can be arranged at the tour desk.
Australia
The beds were very comfortable
Cairns Reef Apartments & Motel 3.5 stars
Cairns
The motel also features poolside BBQ facilities next to a gazebo, a tennis court, free in-house movies and a book exchange service.
The motel is a short drive from Cairns attractions, the Bayview Heights Golf Course and the Cannon Park Racecourse. There are bus stops within walking distance of the motel.
United Kingdom
Swimming pool apartment close to supermarket
Tropical Queenslander 3 stars
Cairns
Just 2 minutes' walk from the Cairns Esplanade waterfront, Tropical Queenslander offers affordable reef family studios and two-bedroom units with a kitchenette. Central Cairns is less than 2.5 km away.
New Zealand
Comfortable room right for my family, enjoying organised beds, clean bathroom and ready-for-use kitchen items.
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Cairns City Motel
CairnsBudget options available7.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 1,006 reviewsOffering free WiFi for all guests and an outdoor swimming pool, Cairns City Motel is located in just 5 minutes' walk from The Esplanade and Cairns Lagoon.
Location was brilliant, air conditioning was very good
Cairns Queens Court
CairnsBudget options available7.3Scored 7.3GoodRated good· 3,380 reviewsCairns Queens Court is a privately owned and operated hotel located in central Cairns, offering affordable accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, and free off-street parking.
The staff are exceptional and go above and beyond.
Comfort Inn Cairns City
CairnsBudget options available7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 1,531 reviewsJust one block from Cairns Esplanade and a short walk from the Cairns City Centre, Comfort Inn Cains City offers 4-star refurbished rooms with a tropical contemporary design.
Breakfast N/A. Location was good, quiet & clean.
Cairns Motor Inn
CairnsBudget options available6.5Scored 6.5PleasantRated pleasant· 169 reviewsSituated in Cairns, within 1.6 km of Cairns Station and 2.6 km of Cairns Convention Centre, Cairns Motor Inn features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...
Location great... didn't have breakfast. left early
South Cairns Resort
CairnsBudget options available6.8Scored 6.8PleasantRated pleasant· 737 reviewsLocated just 6 minutes’ drive from Cairns city centre, South Cairns Resort offers an outdoor lagoon pool and free on-site parking.
Comfortable bed, very clean beautiful pool,great stay
Tropical Queenslander
CairnsBudget options available5.8Scored 5.8Above averageRated okay· 775 reviewsJust 2 minutes' walk from the Cairns Esplanade waterfront, Tropical Queenslander offers affordable reef family studios and two-bedroom units with a kitchenette.
staff were exceptionally friendly and very thorough.
Aspect Central
CairnsBudget options available7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 1,006 reviewsIdeally located just 800 metres north of the Cairns city centre, Aspect Central offers free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, bar and outdoor swimming pool.
All necessities provided. Pleasant swimming pool.
Koala Beach Resort Cairns
CairnsBudget options available7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 29 reviewsKoala Beach Resort Cairns is in the heart of Cairns’ city centre, only 500 metres from the Cairns Esplanade and the Lagoon.
Centrally located, spacious, clean and a comfortable bed
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- Avg. price/night: TL 3,502.867.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 2,135 reviewsThey provided complimentary muffins, scones and good coffee in the lobby area. We enjoyed the Green Island snorkelling and the glass bottom boat day trip. We liked the Kuranda Skyrail Cableway and the Kuranda train that we took back to Cairns. We enjoyed the walk along the Esplanade and watched the sunset.
AlYoung couple - Avg. price/night: TL 1,708.507.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 360 reviewsLocation and free parking
CianaYoung couple - 9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 13 reviewsLocation is excellent. Very close to shopping centre and town. Good coffee shop on the corner as well. 2 bathrooms and 5 bedrooms worked well for 3 adults and older children.
TraceyFamily with young children - 8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 318 reviewsProperty was nice and clean, stuff was friendly. Close by good coffee shop and pub.GorkaFamily with young children
- Avg. price/night: TL 4,164.478.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 149 reviewsCarolyn was really nice and accommodating at last minute! Location was great and central. The bed was really comfy! TV was huge. Very quiet place was a good sleep. Free parking was provided but our van unfortunately didn't fit in so we had to pay for the three days across the road. Was cheap though so didn't really mind.
JenniferYoung couple - Avg. price/night: TL 3,096.667.3Scored 7.3GoodRated good· 3,380 reviewsWalking distance to the Esplanade and shops centre. Location of the motel is in point.
DalasaFamily with young children - Avg. price/night: TL 2,541.408.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 3,570 reviewsThere is free parking on site. A good view of the pool and internal courtyard from the balcony. We were given a second attached room, with kitchenette but no air-conditioning, so we shut the connecting door. The motel is older, but is clean and serviceable.VictorYoung couple
- Avg. price/night: TL 3,096.667.3Scored 7.3GoodRated good· 3,380 reviewsMotel met my needs for a 2 night stay, free parking, helpful staff. 10-15 minute walk to Cairns shopping area. Swimming pool and a cozy outside seating area. Laundry room.
MiranSolo traveller - Avg. price/night: TL 2,979.207.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 1,006 reviewsI really like this motel. It's unpretentious, affordable, clean, comfortable, and safe. It has convenient free parking and a laundry. I also love the plentiful powerpoints in the rooms, and the large bathrooms. Plus it's run by a family and has a good vibe.
SuzanneSolo traveller - Avg. price/night: TL 3,182.088.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 7,423 reviewsThe motel was good, clean, tidy. There’s a restaurant with tasty food and good coffee. Good areas for children to play and still be able to be watched easily.SueYoung couple
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