CAIRNS CITY MOTEL | Airport hotel in Cairns | From 68$/Night

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169 Lake St, Cairns, Australia, 4870

Cairns City Motel, a 3-star hotel near the airport, is located 3 miles from the nearest airport and offers a free shuttle bus service from 08:00 until 20:00. The motel is within 0.5 miles of Cairns Central and 6 miles from Cairns, providing easy access to St Monica's Cathedral, Center of Contemporary Arts, and Jute Theatre. Guests can explore nearby attractions like the Cairns Museum, Cairns Night Markets, and Muddy's Playground.

Comfortable Air-Conditioned Rooms

The 20 air-conditioned rooms feature queen and single beds, a private bathroom with a shower, and amenities like a TV, toaster, kettle, microwave, and cutlery. Each room includes free WiFi, ironing facilities, and outdoor furniture, with views of the city, garden, or pool. The windows are fitted with mosquito screens, and the rooms are carpeted for added comfort.

Diverse Dining Choices

Marinades Indian Restaurant, located at 43 Spence St, is a locally owned eatery popular among Indian guests, while Fettas Greek Restaurant on Grafton St offers a casual dining experience. A fish and chip shop next to the coffee shop provides a convenient lunch option. Guests can also prepare light meals in their rooms using the provided kitchenette amenities.

Pool & Local Attractions

Recreational amenities include an outdoor salt-water pool with a shallow end, open year-round, and a garden for relaxation. The motel is a short walk from Cairns Civic Theatre and a 5-minute drive from Cairns Convention Centre. Nearby activities include outlet shopping and visits to Green Island or Cairns Botanic Gardens.

Convenient Guest Services

Cairns City Motel provides a tour desk for booking excursions and local advice, along with free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Safety features include a fire extinguisher, smoke detector, security system, and first aid kit. Reception is open from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with express check-in available.

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Queen Ensuite Room

Max:

2 persons

220 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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3 persons

240 sq. feet

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Getting around

Transportation options available

City Centre

Cairns1400 ft

Airports

Cairns (CNS) 4.0 mi

Train

Cairns Central Station2700 ft

Bus

Bus stop1000 ft

Facilities

Stay relaxed and refreshed just minutes from the airport

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Off-site car park

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour security

General

Non-smoking rooms
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

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer

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

Location info

169 Lake St, Cairns, Australia, 4870

Map view

169 Lake St, Cairns, Australia, 4870

City landmarks

71/73-75 Esplanade

Cairns Night Markets

4400 ft

Market

Rusty's Markets

4400 ft

Green Island

4400 ft

Museum

The Cairns Museum

4400 ft

Gallery

Cairns Regional Gallery

4400 ft

Park

Muddy's Playground

3500 ft

Garden

Cairns Botanic Gardens

2.0 mi

Zoo

Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome

4400 ft

Library

Cairns City Library

4400 ft

52-54 The Esplanade

Cairns Cenotaph

2800 ft

The Esplanade

1876 Landing Party

3300 ft

1/47 Shields St

Bones and Jones

2200 ft

Shop 4

Underart Gallery

2700 ft

Gallery

Samurai Gallery Australia

4400 ft

Gallery

Doongal Aboriginal Art Gallery Cairns

4400 ft

Great Barrier Reef

Michaelmas Cay

4400 ft

1 Spence St

Cairns Marlin Marina

4400 ft

Public Building

Cairns Regional Council

1.2 mi

58 Lake St Suite 3-4

Foot and Body Massage

4400 ft

120 Mulgrave Rd

Cairns Showgrounds

1.3 mi

Wooroonooran Bartle Frere

Josephine Falls

1.2 mi

Nearby

Aquarium

Cairns Aquarium

2000 ft

Church

St Monica's Cathedral

300 ft

Park

Munro Martin Parklands

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

Yellow Arrow Walk

2000 ft

Gillies Range

2000 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

Guest scores and detailed hotel feedback

Past guest experiences and opinions

82%

enjoyed their visit and would return

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

8.0

Location

8.7

Service

9.0

Dining

7.7

Cyril

United Kingdom, February 2024

7.6/10

The hotel offers a relaxing stay with beautiful views outside, although the hot water in the shower leaked everywhere. The room was small, and the shower rose was too low for a comfortable shower experience, which was a downside. The service was excellent, especially from the receptionist who managed our needs well. The location is convenient, close to the downtown center and tourist attractions in Cairns. However, the dining options did not include gluten-free dishes. The facilities were basic but served their purpose.

Rooms

7.0

The beautiful view outside added to the relaxing atmosphere, but the hot water leakage in the shower was inconvenient.

Service

9.0

The staff managed our needs with great service, especially at the receptionist.

Location

8.0

The hotel is very close to the center of downtown and within easy walking distance of the city center.

Dining

7.0

Unfortunately, there were no gluten-free dishes available.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had basic facilities that were functional.

Ian

United Kingdom, December 2023

8.6/10

The hotel offers stunning views and a convenient location close to the downtown area. The rooms provide beautiful views, but issues with leaking hot water in the shower and noisy air conditioning units detract from the experience. The service at the receptionist was exceptional. The hotel's dining experience featuring local focaccia bread was delightful. Overall, the facilities are great, making it a pleasant stay for guests.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms offer beautiful views.

Service

9.0

The receptionist managed our needs with great service.

Location

9.0

The hotel is very close to the center of downtown.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience with local focaccia bread was delightful.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel's facilities are great overall.

Walter

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.4/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The location is perfect, with stunning views from my balcony and all facilities close to the water. The service was top-notch, and the receptionist managed all our needs with great care. The hotel is very close to the centre of downtown, making it super convenient for exploring the city on foot. The dining experience with cured meats was a delightful surprise. However, the only downside was the lack of a pool area.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious and modern, with breathtaking views from my balcony.

Service

9.0

The staff went above and beyond to ensure our comfort and satisfaction.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location near the harbour was perfect for enjoying the city's waterfront activities.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience, especially with the cured meats, was a true delight.