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Cooktown Motel

3.5 star property

Photo gallery for Cooktown Motel

A clear pool surrounded by a wooden fence and various tropical plants.
A covered patio with a table and chairs, a grill, and a blue house in the background.
A covered walkway with a tiled floor, flanked by plants and a stone wall.
A neatly made bed with a blue blanket, two pillows, and two folded towels. There are two bedside tables with lamps and small potted plants.
A row of motel-style buildings with white roofs and dark exteriors, each with a small porch and window.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug

Explore the area

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9 Boundary St, Cooktown, QLD, 4895
  • Place, Mount Cook National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cook's Landing Tourist Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Cooktown Botanic Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cooktown, QLD (CTN)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Villa With Kitchenette

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a window with curtains, and an air conditioning unit.

Villa With Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Villa With Ensuite

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a window with curtains, and an air conditioning unit.

Villa With Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Budget Twin No Ensuite

A small, clean room with two single beds, a wooden nightstand, and a framed picture on the wall.

Budget Twin No Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Budget Double No Ensuite

A single bed with white linens, two rolled towels, a small white TV on a stand, and a white refrigerator.

Budget Double No Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Budget Double with Ensuite

A small, enclosed shower area with white tiles and a brown floor.

Budget Double with Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Budget Twin with Ensuite

A room with two beds, a small wooden nightstand with a vase of flowers, and a framed picture on the wall.

Budget Twin with Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Villa with Kitchenette

A hotel room with two beds, each with a teal bedspread and pillows, a small wooden nightstand with a lamp and a plant, and a window with curtains.

Villa with Kitchenette

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Room

A bedroom with a bed, two nightstands, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Cooktown

At Cooktown Motel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Mount Cook National Park and Cooktown History Centre. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas and a garden. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Cooktown motel include James Cook Museum and Eliabeth Guzsely Gallery.
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What's nearby

  • James Cook Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cooktown History Centre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mount Cook National Park - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Cook's Landing Tourist Centre - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Cooktown Botanic Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Cooktown, QLD (CTN) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cooks Landing Kiosk - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Balcony Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Herbs And Spices Thai Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Bowled Over Bistro - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Jackey Jackey - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Cooktown Motel

As a guest of Cooktown Motel, you'll find an outdoor pool, a garden, and a living plant wall. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Cooktown motel.

  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Cooktown Motel offers 33 air-conditioned accommodations with free toiletries and a ceiling fan. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Bathrooms include a shower. Hairdryers, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

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, debit 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Cooktown Motel Motel
Cooktown Motel Cooktown
Cooktown Motel Motel Cooktown

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Cooktown Motel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Cooktown Motel?

As of 12 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cooktown Motel on 14 Aug 2026 start from NZ$174, 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 Cooktown Motel?

Yep, Cooktown Motel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Does Cooktown Motel have a pool?

Cooktown Motel has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Cooktown Motel?

No, Cooktown Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Cooktown Motel?

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

Are pets allowed at Cooktown Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Cooktown Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 62 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly checkin, gardens lush, close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes the staff are lovely and very helpful. And the room was spotless thankyou Shannon
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Hari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay.

Manager was great and very helpful. Plenty of off street parking, rooms basic but clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

oga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel manager and his wife work very hard to maintain the hotel. Someday I would like to visit Cooktown Motel again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness
Carparking is difficult when motel is full. Good for an overnight stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a safe location that is quiet at night. Onsite parking, aircon works fine and share facilities are fine. Close to the main strip.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quiet place , basic as you’d expect from a motel, staff friendly so no complaints
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean,tidy,modern,quiet,walk to town,friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Herman

Motel was fine, albeit a bit of a walk to Town
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dr Tony

It was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lynece

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
WONDERFUL
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

mark

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location but needs TLC
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

kym

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good stay for us. Value for money. Very pleasant and helpful manager.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The best thing about this property is the people. Everyone I met was helpful, and the proprietor went out of her way to meet my needs. The property is undergoing some renovation following floods, but was able to provide a good quality bed, and better extras than I got in city properties.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Victoria

Friendly stuff overall, it’s okay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great communication with the staff. Simple and effective accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maureen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great. A couple of things needed some maintenance.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Older style motel. Great for short stay. Needs some maintenance but is being slowly renovated. Friendly staff. One problem was attended to immediately.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Eddy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Basic, old, but clean. Beautiful gardens,
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheap, clean and cheerful. Received what I paid for.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It's certainly a budget motel but the caretakers are lovely people. No toilet in the room I had so it was a communal amenities block which wasn't a problem. The pool looked really great but I didn't have a dip in it. The camp kitchen was the winner for me.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Kay

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in Cooktown for two nights at your poorly maintained motel. The room did not look like it had been cleaned, the shower had its own personal fountain and needed maintenance. There were no towels at all. For the price of the basic room with its kitchenette was ridiculous. Definitely not recommend this motel to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Staff & service
Ok a little noicy probably because of the wind
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025