Cairns City Motel

$$$$||View on mapCairns, Australia169 Lake Street, Cairns, Australia, 4870|
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Cairns City Motel
169 Lake Street, Cairns, Australia, 4870·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.6Very good
Highest Rated
Location8.9
Staff8.5
Comfort8.1
Value for money8.1
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.4
Free WiFi7.3
Who stays here
Solo43%
Couples41%
Families9%
Groups6%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.6Very good
Highest Rated
Location8.9
Staff8.5
Comfort8.1
Value for money8.1
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.4
Free WiFi7.3
Who stays here
Solo43%
Couples41%
Families9%
Groups6%

Budget-friendly Cairns motel with free airport shuttle and saltwater pool

Amenities

Cairns City Motel offers a free shuttle service to and from Cairns Airport for guest convenience. The outdoor swimming pool is saltwater and open all year, with a shallow end. Free on-site parking is available for 6 cars, but spots cannot be reserved.

Rooms

Each air-conditioned room at Cairns City Motel includes a microwave, a toaster, a kettle, a bar fridge, and tea and coffee making facilities. All rooms have a private bathroom with a shower. Daily housekeeping services are provided.

Location

The motel is a 5-minute walk from The Esplanade and Cairns Lagoon. Cairns Civic Theatre is also a 5-minute walk away, and the Cairns Convention Centre is a 5-minute drive. Cairns Airport is a 10-minute drive, and the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway is 15 minutes away.

Services

A comprehensive tour desk assists guests with local planning and tour bookings. The hotel offers express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, and a laundry room. Safety deposit boxes, 24-hour security with CCTV, and smoke alarms are in place.

Target Audience

Budget-conscious travelers and business professionals visiting Cairns frequently choose this motel. The hotel's affordable rates and essential amenities suit short stays. Many tour companies offer pick-ups directly from the Cairns City Motel.

  • Free Airport Shuttle: Complimentary transfer to and from Cairns Airport
  • Outdoor Saltwater Pool: Year-round swimming with shallow end
  • Kitchen Facilities: Microwave, toaster, kettle, and bar fridge in every room
  • Tour Desk: Assistance with local tour bookings and advice
  • Free Parking: Limited on-site parking (6 spots, non-reservable)
  • Convenient Location: 5-minute walk to Esplanade and Civic Theatre
  • Budget-Friendly: Affordable rates for short stays
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-20:00
until 10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Spanish, Chinese
Building
Number of rooms:19
Former name
Poinsettia Motel
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Rooms and availability

Twin Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Non-smoking

Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour security

Swimming pool

Saltwater pool

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Dryer

Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Spa & Leisure

  • Saltwater pool
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Cairns City Motel

💵 Lowest room price 50 £
📏 Distance to centre 400 m
✈️ Distance to airport 5.7 km
🧳 Nearest airport Cairns, CNS

Location

169 Lake Street, Cairns, Australia, 4870
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169 Lake Street, Cairns, Australia, 4870
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169 Lake Street, Cairns, Australia, 4870
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Aquarium
Cairns Aquarium
580 m
Church
St Monica's Cathedral
90 m
Park
Munro Martin Parklands
580 m
Mall
Cairns Central Shopping Centre
580 m
Gallery
KickArts Contemporary Arts
560 m
Gallery
Michael Seebeck Gallery
510 m
Green Arrow Walk
580 m
Mall
Coles Cairns Central
270 m
Restaurant
Lake Street Cafe
240 m
Restaurant
Devine Gelato
580 m
Restaurant
Sushi RollKing Sheridan
450 m
Restaurant
Muddy's Cafe
590 m
Restaurant
Gelocchio
620 m
Restaurant
Dumpling Studio
530 m
Restaurant
True Thai
630 m
Restaurant
Pho Viet
580 m
Restaurant
Pho Viet Vietnamese Noodle Bar
560 m
Restaurant
Cold Rock Ice Cream
620 m

Reviews of Cairns City Motel

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