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Cheap Motels in Cairns

Cairns Queens Court
Cairns Queens Court
3.5 out of 5
167-173 Sheridan St, Cairns North, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Cairns Queens Court
Heritage Cairns
Heritage Cairns
3 out of 5
8 Minnie Street, Cairns, QLD
Stay at this 3-star motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (871 reviews)
Heritage Cairns
Cairns City Palms
Cairns City Palms
4 out of 5
199 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, QLD
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a business center, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (464 reviews)
Cairns City Palms
Lake Central
Lake Central
3 out of 5
139 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD
Stay at this 3-star motel in Cairns. Enjoy laundry facilities, rainfall showerheads, and an in-room coffeemaker. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (168 reviews)
Lake Central
Motel Nomad Cairns
Motel Nomad Cairns
3.5 out of 5
314 Mulgrave Road, Westcourt, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre ...
7/10 Good! (148 reviews)
Motel Nomad Cairns
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
3.5 out of 5
423 Mulgrave Road, Earlville, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 meeting rooms. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (81 reviews)
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
South Cairns Resort
South Cairns Resort
3.5 out of 5
702 Bruce Highway, Woree, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping ...
7.6/10 Good! (310 reviews)
South Cairns Resort
Reef Palms Motel
Reef Palms Motel
3.5 out of 5
41-47 Digger Street, Cairns North, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (833 reviews)
Reef Palms Motel
Aspect Central
Aspect Central
3 out of 5
209 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, QLD
Stay at this 3-star motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Aspect Central
Cairns City Motel
Cairns City Motel
2.5 out of 5
169 Lake St, Cairns, QLD
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns ...
7/10 Good! (343 reviews)
Cairns City Motel
A1 Inn the City
A1 Inn the City
2 out of 5
141 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD
Stay at this motel in Cairns. Enjoy housekeeping, air conditioning, and tour/ticket assistance. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping ...
A1 Inn the City
Cairns Southside International
Cairns Southside International
4 out of 5
450 Mulgrave Road, Earlville, QLD
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Cairns Southside International
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Top Trending Hotels in Cairns

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"This is a very nice hotel located conveniently to the harbor with plenty of dining options and close to the water activities."

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025

Hilton Cairns
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 The Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Very clean property with great facilities. Great location - lovely walk along the Esplanade to the city centre."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Perfect"

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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How much does it cost to stay at a motel in Cairns?

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What are the best motels to stay in Cairns?

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What are some cheap motels in Cairns?

Sure, you can find a handful and a half of cheap motels in Cairns for your last-minute getaway, but why stop there? You could get so much more on your quick trip to Cairns with a Hotwire Hot Rate hotel deal. Yeah, you might luck out at your motel in Cairns and get some less-scratchy sheets. But why risk it? Save dough and get a top-shelf hotel when you book with a Hotwire Hot Rate. Just pick the area, scope out what you’re looking for (amenities, price, even reviews), and book. You won’t find out the exact name of the spot until after you’ve booked, but expect to really score. 


How can I find weekly rate motels in Cairns?

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Are there any pet-friendly motels in Cairns?

If traveling with your four-legged best bud is a must, your stay has to be pet-friendly. And you could search for pet-friendly motels in Cairns for hours, but there’s a way better option for you and that fur-faced sweetie. Grab life with four paws and get a great deal on an incredible (and pet-friendly) hotel for less bones than you would think. Get out of the doghouse and scratch up a 4-star hotel at a 2-star price—treats all around.