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16 Oct - 18 Oct
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Our top choices for Port Douglas motels

A hotel room with a bed, a green sofa, a yellow table, and a ceiling fan.

1. Port Douglas Motel

Port Douglas Motel
3.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (566 reviews)
"Great experience staying at the conveniently located Motel. Everything we needed, especially the communal kitchen/BBQ with all that was needed for a pleasant stay! Great thankyou!"
Australia
Rob
The price is ฿3,339
฿3,673 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Port Douglas Motel
A pool surrounded by rocks and palm trees.

2. Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

Lazy Lizard Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (666 reviews)
"Great location, walkable to downtown but still quiet. Aidan was extremely helpful when we needed a hand booking outings and wanted an extra hotplate and luggage scale"
Australia
Molly
The price is ฿4,011
฿4,412 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Lazy Lizard Motor Inn
An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a church and hills.

3. Demi View Motel

Demi View Motel
3.0 star property
Mossman
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (158 reviews)
"Kichen facilities in room were great, especiaaly the microwave."
Australia
Philomena
The price is ฿3,714
฿4,085 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Demi View Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

4. 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 ฿2,219
฿2,441 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Reef Motel
A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a driveway, and landscaped garden with palm trees.

5. Cairns Southgate Hotel

Cairns Southgate Hotel
4.0 star property
Earlville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"Clean room, shops nearby, staff very nice"
Australia
Rachel
The price is ฿3,228
฿3,551 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 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.

6. 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 ฿2,693
฿2,962 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
A swimming pool with a stone border, a metal fence, and a staircase leading to a blue building.

7. Aspect Central

Aspect Central
3.0 star property
Cairns North
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Budget price"
Australia
Raymond
The price is ฿2,369
฿2,605 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Aspect Central
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 ฿3,186
฿3,504 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Cairns City Palms
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.

9. Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court
3.5 star property
Cairns North
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay"
Australia
Peter
The price is ฿1,907
฿2,098 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Cairns Queens Court
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, and a lamp.

10. 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 ฿3,650
฿4,015 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Lake Central
A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a rock formation.

11. Reef Palms Motel

Reef Palms Motel
3.5 star property
Cairns North
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (896 reviews)
"Property looks a bit dated but the room was well decorated and fresh and tidy. Only a few blocks back from the Esplanade but quite a walk to central Cairns. Staff helpful and obliging."
Australia
Jo
The price is ฿3,185
฿3,504 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Reef Palms Motel
A pool area with a swan sculpture, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

12. 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 ฿2,617
฿2,879 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Motel Nomad Cairns
A hotel room with a bed, a window, a nightstand, and a chair.

13. 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 ฿3,157
฿3,473 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Cairns City Motel
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Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Port Douglas?
If you're having a hard time finding motels in Port Douglas, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let us help you find a similar property from more than 598 hotels and other lodging options. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transport.
What is a motel?
Motels often include free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. Motels in the US boomed at the end of the 1940s when cars became more popular along with road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Port Douglas?
Lazy Lizard Motor Inn: Stay within a quick 3-minute drive of Macrossan Street. Enjoy access to the business centre, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Port Douglas Motel: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a kitchenette. It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Macrossan Street.
What things can I to do in Port Douglas?
Enjoy the lush rainforest and popular beaches in this romantic area while you're sightseeing. Those who've visited Port Douglas speak highly of its waterfront and coral reefs. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Four Mile Beach, Four Mile Beach Park and Anzac Park. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Wildlife Habitat, Hartley's Crocodile Adventures and Hook-A-Barra. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Macrossan Street, Port Village Shopping Centre and St Mary's by the Sea Chapel.
What's the seasonal weather like in Port Douglas?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Port Douglas to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 26°C, while the coldest months are August and July, with an average of 21°C. The rainiest months in Port Douglas are January, February, March and December, with each month seeing an average of 270 mm of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Port Douglas while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Port Douglas to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.), which is located 33.3 mi (53.6 km) away from the heart of the city. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.