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Our top choices for Kuranda motels

A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a driveway, and landscaped garden with palm trees.

1. Cairns Southgate Hotel

Cairns Southgate Hotel
4.0 star property
Earlville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (29 reviews)
"Clean room, shops nearby, staff very nice"
Australia
Rachel
The price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Cairns Southgate Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

2. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
3.5 star property
Earlville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (105 reviews)
"Excellent stay - very clean"
Australia
Tammara
The price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a rock formation.

3. Reef Palms Motel

Reef Palms Motel
3.5 star property
Cairns North
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (894 reviews)
"Photos are misleading for the current condition. WiFi connectivity was terrible. Pool was ok."
Australia
Pagalavan
The price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Reef Palms Motel
A swimming pool with a stone border, a metal fence, and a staircase leading to a blue building.

4. Aspect Central

Aspect Central
3.0 star property
Cairns North
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Budget price"
Australia
Raymond
The price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Aspect Central
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

5. The Reef Motel

The Reef Motel
2.0 star property
Cairns North
4.8 out of 10, (30 reviews)
"It was a great location"
Australia
Rohan
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
The Reef Motel
A spacious hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a reception desk.

6. Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court
3.5 star property
Cairns North
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay"
Australia
Peter
The price is NZ$124
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Cairns Queens Court
A pool area with a swan sculpture, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

7. Motel Nomad Cairns

Motel Nomad Cairns
3.5 star property
Westcourt
7.2 out of 10, Good, (206 reviews)
"There was mould all throughout the room, water damages from the bathroom which can cause a lot of moisture/mould. Bed was extremely uncomfortable. There seems to be a siting area near that room where everyone smokes and chats until late at night, that wasn’t pleasant either. The fridge was extremely loud."
Australia
Kristelle
The price is NZ$152
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Motel Nomad Cairns
A modern hotel with self-contained apartments, a swimming pool, and a BBQ area.

8. Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (572 reviews)
"Great place to stay for the 5 days we stayed. Plenty of room in the rooms, great pool & amenities."
Australia
Hannah
The price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Cairns City Palms
A hotel room with a bed, a window, a nightstand, and a chair.

9. Cairns City Motel

Cairns City Motel
2.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (376 reviews)
"The rooms were clean and ammenities made for a comfortable stay, best of all the bed and pillows were just right so I slept well every night of a 5 night stay - handy to the cafes, restaurants and the esplanade - good value for money."
Australia
Shane
The price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Cairns City Motel
A clear pool surrounded by rocks and a brick pathway.

10. A1 Inn the City

A1 Inn the City
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.4 out of 10, Good, (160 reviews)
"Great value and location. "
Australia
Bill
The price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
A1 Inn the City
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, and a lamp.

11. Lake Central

Lake Central
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (216 reviews)
"Clean room great price basic and met our needs."
Canada
Steven
The price is NZ$208
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Lake Central
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Top Kuranda Hotel Reviews

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10/10 Excellent
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Kuranda Motels information

Number of reviews
3,486
Accommodation
16 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$124
Highest Price
NZ$208

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Kuranda?
If you can't find a motel in Kuranda, allow Expedia help you find a motel or something similar from more than 1487 lodging options in the larger area. Just use our search tools to filter by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What is a motel?
When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the car park. In the US, motels became more commonplace after World War II with the appeal of road trip holidays, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Kuranda?
Here you'll find some of our customers' favourite motels to choose from in the larger area. Cairns Queens Court is located 17.7 km from the heart of Kuranda. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. The Reef Motel: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as air conditioning. Central Kuranda is 10.6 mi (17 km) away. Motel Nomad Cairns: Enjoy access to the conference centre, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from the heart of Kuranda. Lake Central: Central Kuranda is 11.5 mi (18.4 km) away. Laundry facilities and an outdoor pool are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a kitchenette. Heritage Cairns: 11.2 mi (18 km) from the heart of Kuranda. Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi and parking, as well as room amenities such as air conditioning.
What things can I to do in Kuranda?
These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Rainforestation Nature Park, Birdworld Kuranda and Barron Gorge National Park. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Kuranda Koala Gardens, Kuranda Candy Kitchen and Australian Venom Zoo. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets, Skyrail Kuranda Cableway Station and Kuranda National Park.
What's the weather like in Kuranda?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Kuranda to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are August and July, with an average of 21°C. The rainiest months in Kuranda are January, February, March and December, with each month seeing an average of 278 mm of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Kuranda while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Kuranda to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.), which is located 8.7 mi (14.1 km) away. If you want to venture outside the area, hop on a train at Kuranda Station.

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