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Cairns City Motel - Cairns - Pool
Cairns City Motel
Cairns CBD
7.5Good(1370)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 472+
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Cairns Queens Court - Cairns - Patio
Cairns Queens Court
Cairns, QLD, Australia
7.3Good(2690)
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Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
R1 454+
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Adobe Motel - Cairns - Building
Adobe Motel
Cairns, QLD, Australia
6.7Okay(106)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R2 429+
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Cairns Reef Apartments & Motel - Cairns - Pool
Cairns Reef Apartments & Motel
Cairns, QLD, Australia
7.0Good(305)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 808+
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Villa Shangri-la - Cairns - Pool
Villa Shangri-la
Cairns, QLD, Australia
6.9Okay(53)
Pool
Air conditioning
R11 045+
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Motel Nomad - Cairns - Living room
Motel Nomad
Westcourt
7.0Good(411)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 241+
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Comfort Cannon Park Motel - Cairns
Comfort Cannon Park Motel
Cairns, QLD, Australia
8.5Very Good(143)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R2 234+
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Tropicana Lodge - Cairns
Tropicana Lodge
Cairns, QLD, Australia
8.2Very Good(40)
R886+
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Which month has the cheapest motel rates in Cairns?

Motels are cheapest in Cairns in February, with average rates of R15 144. In comparison, June is the most expensive month, with prices at R25 762.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a motel in Cairns?

Monday offers the lowest rates in Cairns, with an average nightly price of R25 020. The highest prices are found on Sunday, with average rates at R30 310.

How early should you book a motel in Cairns?

Book at least 68 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Cairns motel.
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February
June
R1 495
R1 481
Cheapest month to stay with an average 35% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 11% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Cairns motel deals

  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 68 days before your stay to get the best price for a Cairns motel.

FAQs when booking a motel in Cairns

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a motel than in a hotel in Cairns?

    The average price for a night in a motel in Cairns is R99 compared to R177 for a night in a hotel.

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