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About the Hotel

169 Lake Street, Cairns, 4870

Very good

7.6

7.3

/10

4.3

3.6

“I absolutely loved how close it was to the bustling Cairns city center!”view full review

Nestled in the Cairns Central Business district of Cairns, merely 1.3 km from Ocean Free & Ocean Freedom, the 3-star Cairns City Motel features an outdoor swimming pool and views of the pool. This Cairns motel offers Wi-Fi in public areas and a parking garage nearby.

Location

The hotel boasts a central location around 10 minutes' walk from Cairns Central train station, within reach of the public Cairns Aquarium. The accommodation is located 2.1 km from Cairns Showgrounds Museum in Cairns.

Guests might as well visit Fogarty Park, which is just 12 minutes' walk away. This hotel is also within easy reach of Cairns Regional Gallery and Cairns City bus station is 400 metres away.

For those travelling from afar, Cairns airport is 10 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

The Cairns Motel has 19 rooms with a patio and a balcony. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with tea and coffee making facilities are provided. An iron with ironing board and air conditioning are featured for guests' comfort. Bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, also offer hairdryers and bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

Situated approximately 5 minutes on foot from this accommodation, the seafood restaurant Treasure Court Seafood Restaurant offers a Chinese menu.

Select your room type

Cairns City Motel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Queen Ensuite Room

2 persons

220 sq. feet

1 Queen-size bed

Air conditioning

Balcony

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Twin Ensuite Room

2 persons

240 sq. feet

1 Queen-size bed and 1 Single bed

Air conditioning

Balcony

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Facilities

Amenities designed for comfort – Perfect for layovers & transit travelers

Spacious and Comfortable

“I stayed in a Queen Ensuite Room where the space was impressively large, and the bed was extremely comfortable. I truly appreciated the electrical sockets next to the bed, making it easy to charge my devices while unwinding.” read full review

Powerful Showers

“The shower in the bathroom had strong water flow pressure with plenty of hot water available. It was a refreshing way to start the day, and I loved how it made showering feel like a luxury experience.” read full review

Comfortable Sleep

“The bedroom was well-equipped for a good night's sleep. The bed was luxurious, and I had a peaceful rest, crucial after long days of exploration. I appreciated the ability to open the windows for fresh air, enhancing my stay.” read full review

Strong WiFi Connection

“I was actually surprised by the strong WiFi connection during my stay. It allowed me to stay connected without interruptions while I uploaded photos and planned my daily activities.” read full review

Facilities: Very good

7.4/10Review score

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free parking
Safe deposit box
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

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

Cairns City Motel Location

169 Lake Street, Cairns, 4870

Map view

City landmarks

Landmark

Kuranda Scenic Railway

4100 ft

Landmark

Cairns Night Markets

4400 ft

Market

Rusty's Markets

4400 ft

Landmark

Green Island

4400 ft

Zoo

Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome

4400 ft

Library

Cairns City Library

4400 ft

Museum

The Cairns Museum

4400 ft

Gallery

Cairns Regional Gallery

4400 ft

Landmark

Cairns Marlin Marina

4400 ft

Park

Muddy's Playground

3500 ft

Landmark

Cairns Cenotaph

2800 ft

Gallery

Samurai Gallery Australia

2100 ft

Landmark

1876 Landing Party

3300 ft

Landmark

Bones and Jones

2200 ft

Gallery

Doongal Aboriginal Art Gallery Cairns

2700 ft

Landmark

Underart Gallery

2700 ft

Nearby

Aquarium

Cairns Aquarium

2000 ft

Church

St Monica's Cathedral

300 ft

Park

Munro Martin Parklands

2000 ft

Mall

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

2000 ft

Gallery

KickArts Contemporary Arts

1900 ft

Gallery

Michael Seebeck Gallery

1700 ft

Green Arrow Walk

2000 ft

Mall

Coles Cairns Central

900 ft

Restaurants

Lake Street Cafe

800 ft

147 Lake St

Devine Gelato

2000 ft

Shop 3 5 Aplin St

Sushi RollKing Sheridan

1500 ft

129 Sheridan St Shop 2

Muddy's Cafe

2000 ft

174 Esplanade

Gelocchio

2100 ft

9/93 The Esplanade (50 metres up Aplin street From Esplanade-Aplin corner

Dumpling Studio

1800 ft

136 Sheridan St Sunshine Tower Hotel

True Thai

2100 ft

113 - 117 Sheridan St Civic Shopping Centre

Pho Viet

2000 ft

Orchid Plaza 24 Shields St And Shop 18. Orchid Plaza

Pho Viet Vietnamese Noodle Bar

1900 ft

78 Abbott St Shop 5

Cold Rock Ice Cream

2100 ft

101 Esplanade

Getting around

City Centre
Cairns 5 min · 1400 ft
Airports
Cairns (CNS) 9 min · 3.5 mi
Train
Cairns Central Station 10 min · 2700 ft
Bus
Bus stop 4 min · 1000 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-20:00

Check-out

until 10 am

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.

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

Number of rooms:

Former name

Poinsettia Motel

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Cairns City Motel from previous guests about their experience.

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Comfort

8.1/10

Facilities

7.4/10

Free Wi-Fi

7.3/10

Location

8.9/10

Staff

8.5/10

Value for money

8.1/10

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CAIRNS CITY MOTEL, Cairns

About the Hotel

Location

Rooms

Eat & Drink

Select your room type

Price and Room Availability Calendar

Facilities

General

Services

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Cairns City Motel Location

Reviews and Ratings

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