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Reef Palms Motel

3.5 star property

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Coffee service
Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
Property grounds
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $112
$102 nightly
$112 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26

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41-47 Digger Street, Cairns North, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Queen Studio Apartment

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Twin Queen Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Spa Room | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Spa Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 387 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Triple Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Queen Room | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Twin Queen Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Spa Studio $$$ Saver

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Quad Studio | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Quad Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Studio, Multiple Beds | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Family Studio, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Queen Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned bedspread, a painting on the wall, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Deluxe Queen & Single Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Cairns

With a stay at Reef Palms Motel in Cairns (Cairns North), you'll be a short 4-minute walk from Cairns Esplanade and within 3 minutes by car from Cairns Central Shopping Centre. .This motel is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Reef Fleet Terminal and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Esplanade Lagoon.
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What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Smith Street Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dunwoodys - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Paper Crane - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coral Hedge Brasserie - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Reef Palms Motel

Reef Palms Motel offers 41 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Digital television is provided. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Cairns motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 41 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and stovetops. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. This motel also features complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.
Grab a bite to eat at the motel's restaurant, where you can take in the garden view, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours).
Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-in, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • 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

  • Computer station

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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Front desk hours are 7 AM - 5 PM on public holidays.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

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

Reef Palms Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 360 out of 872 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 314 out of 872 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 872 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 872 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 872 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zack

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sumit

Room was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The room was in very good condition. The receptionist or staff member at front desk could of at least had a smile & be a bit more courteous, especially when dealing with multi- cultural backgrounds.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Friendly staff. Place is dated but has a nice pool.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

Michael

Convenient location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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4/10 Poor

Julie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff by shabby motel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Motel has everything you need , clean and staff friendly and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Agnes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ideal for us. Comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Danique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here twice..recommend..
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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4/10 Poor

Megan

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic older motel near airport.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff nice room..
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful, the room we stayed in was comfortable, and the swimming pool was great to cool off in.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a comfortable stay and was easy to walk around.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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6/10 Okay

Madeleine

I was expecting my room to be cleaned and fresh linen provided. I’ve been here seven days, put out the “please tidy my room” .. but nothing.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Sabrina

Great little place for the price Close to town would definitely return
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious, well equipped kitchen, beds comfortable quiet and value for money. Definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a good place to stay. Reasonably priced and few frills but an excellent place from which to operate.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Great place to stay in Cairns

Lovely place to stay and very convenient to the hospital that I needed to visit. Very convenient to shops, eateries and the main areas of Cairns! A quick walk to the lovely walk along the foreshore.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The new managers were very helpful, friendly & made their guests feel at home.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close proximity to local shops,Cairns city and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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4/10 Poor

Craig

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor standard for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Daniela

Liked: Staff & service
Staff were very friendly and allowed us to check in early
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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8/10 Good

Maya

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked the double queen bed room which was lovely for my friend and I.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Altaf

Liked: Room comfort
Nice spacious room
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023