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About the Hotel

169 Lake Street, Cairns, Australia, 4870
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Close to the Cairns Aquarium
Very good
7.6
7.3
/10
4.3
3.6
/5

The 3-star Cairns City Motel is nestled just 600 metres from the St Monica's Cathedral and features an outdoor swimming pool. Located a short way from the Green Island, this comfortable motel also provides a golf course for guests who enjoy sports.

Location

Cairns centre is 5 minutes' walk, and sports attractions such as Lagoon Public Swimming Pool are 1.3 km away. Cairns Esplanade is a few moments from the City Motel, while Florence Street at Sheridan Street bus stop is approximately 100 metres away.

Guests might as well visit Les Davie Park, which is about 5 minutes' drive away. Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome is merely 1.4 km away, and Cairns Central train station is situated within an 800-metre distance of this hotel.

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

Rooms

Cairns City Motel features 19 rooms with a patio and a balcony, furnished with a writing table. Free wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as comforts as ironing facilities and air conditioning are also featured. The bathrooms come with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, along with a dryer and towels. Guests can enjoy views of the pool from the City Motel Cairns.

Eat & Drink

Treasure Court Seafood Restaurant offers a wide range of Asian dishes and lies right near this accommodation.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the Esplanade Lagoon for a relaxing swim and sunbathe.
  • Try a Vietnamese pho at the Rusty's Markets on weekends.
  • Take the Kuranda Scenic Railway for stunning rainforest views.
  • Explore the Cairns Night Markets for unique souvenirs and food.
  • Catch a reef tour at the Marina - a gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.
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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 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Twin Ensuite Room
2 persons
240 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating

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Facilities

Cairns City Motel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.5/10Review score

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
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Cairns City Motel Location

169 Lake Street, Cairns, Australia, 4870
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169 Lake Street, Cairns, Australia, 4870
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
Getting around
City Centre
Cairns5 min  ·  1400 ft
Airports
Cairns (CNS)9 min  ·  3.5 mi
Train
Cairns Central Station10 min  ·  2700 ft
Bus
Bus stop4 min  ·  1000 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-20:00
Check-out
until 10 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible at a location nearby for free.
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:
19
Former name
Poinsettia Motel

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Cairns City Motel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 457 verified reviews
7.4/10
Very good
74%
Recommend
Cleanliness
8.1/10
Comfort
8.1/10
Facilities
7.5/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.2/10
Location
8.8/10
Staff
8.6/10
Value for money
8.2/10
Guest reviews
based on 1260 reviews
7.6/10
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