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Reef Palms Motel

3.5 star property
Motel with free parking, 4-minute walk to Cairns Esplanade

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Deluxe Spa Room
Property grounds
Business centre
Front of property

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov

Explore the area

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41-47 Digger Street, Cairns North, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Reef Fleet Terminal
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Twin Queen Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

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Deluxe Spa Room

Deluxe Spa Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow-top bed
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow-top bed
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Triple Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow-top bed
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Queen Room

Twin Queen Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow-top bed
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Spa Studio $$$ Saver

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow-top bed
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Quad Studio

Quad Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow-top bed
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Studio, Multiple Beds

Family Studio, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow-top bed
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Queen Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 2

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Queen & Single Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 3

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Family Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Accessible Queen & Single Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 3

Deluxe Quadruple Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Quadruple Studio

  • Sleeps 4

Triple Studio

  • Sleeps 3

Deluxe SPA Room

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Executive Family Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Deluxe Queen Spa Studio Apartment

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Queen Spa Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Cairns

At Reef Palms Motel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .Enjoy the Hot tub and pool loungers. Business amenities include meeting rooms and a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free area shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Cairns North motel include Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Reef Fleet Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cairns Base Hospital - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 5 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 3 min drive
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smith Street Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cock & Bull - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bayleaf Balinese Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Serpent Bar - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Reef Palms Motel

Motel with free parking, 4-minute walk to Cairns Esplanade
Reef Palms Motel offers its guests an outdoor pool and Access to hot tub. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Reef Palms Motel. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Cairns motel is smoke free.

  • 41 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Reef Palms Motel offers 41 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Digital televisions are provided. Accommodation at this 3.5-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Cairns motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free shopping centre shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • HDTV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Monday - Sunday (7 AM - 7:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Front desk hours are 7 AM - 5 PM on public holidays.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 30.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of AUD 100 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 30.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Reef Palms
Reef Palms Cairns North
Reef Palms Motel
Reef Palms Motel Cairns North
Reef Palms Motel Motel
Reef Palms Motel Cairns North
Reef Palms Motel Motel Cairns North

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Reef Palms Motel?

Reef Palms Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Reef Palms Motel?

As of 30 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Reef Palms Motel on 20 Nov 2025 start from NZ$168.99, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Reef Palms Motel?

Yep, Reef Palms Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Reef Palms Motel?

The closest beach to Reef Palms Motel is Yorkeys Knob Beach (10.3 km).

Does Reef Palms Motel have a pool?

Reef Palms Motel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Reef Palms Motel a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and garden-view dining, as well as pillowtop beds and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Reef Palms Motel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Reef Palms Motel?

No, Reef Palms Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Reef Palms Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Reef Palms Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.