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Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

3.5 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Point of interest
Queen Studio | Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Point of interest

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
$94
$85 nightly
$94 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jan 22 - Jan 23

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121 Davidson Street, Port Douglas, QLD, 4877
  • Place, Four Mile Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Macrossan Street
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Studio | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes

Family Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 721 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Queen Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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King Studio | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes

King Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Port Douglas

In the heart of Port Douglas, Lazy Lizard Motor Inn is within a 5-minute drive of Four Mile Beach and Flagstaff Hill. .This motel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Anzac Park.
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What's nearby

  • Four Mile Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Macrossan Street - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Sugar Wharf - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • St Mary's by the Sea Chapel - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lobby Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bam Pow - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Rattle n' Hum - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Zinc Port Douglas - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Origin Espresso - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

Motel with free parking, near Four Mile Beach
Lazy Lizard Motor Inn offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to patios. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with digital channels. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Port Douglas motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 22 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms have private patios. LCD televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
Featured amenities include a business center, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 3:00 AM to 7:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1990
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 1.7 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 56 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: AUD 28 (one-way), (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.7 percent

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 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
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
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
Property Registration Number 13186

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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
Alcohol is not served at this property
Parking height restrictions apply
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Lazy Lizard Motor Inn Motel
Lazy Lizard Motor Inn Port Douglas
Lazy Lizard Motor Inn Motel Port Douglas
Lazy Lizard Motor Inn Port Douglas
Lazy Lizard Motor Port Douglas
Lazy Lizard Motor

Lazy Lizard Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 480 out of 641 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 641 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 641 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 641 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 641 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Dusty

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was amazing, very clean and beautiful plants all around. Aiden was very helpful. He recommended places to eat and arranged transportation for us. Would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We arrived late and left early, the owners were very helpful accommodating our needs. Verg quiet and convenient for the city & port area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved our stay at the Lazy Lizard Motor Inn. The room was clean and well-equipped. We appreciated the mini kitchen! We also loved the location. Would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely motel. Would stay here again. Close to beach. A pleasant 20 min walk to restaurants and shops in Macrossan St.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would stay again in a heartbeat! Lovely and quiet with shaded parking. Rooms were clean and neat. Everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandar

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely place. 👍👍👍👍
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vijeth

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Quiet, private, bush surroundings.

Quiet (not in the CBD). Set in bush off the main road. Clean. Personal attention at family owned and run motel - Aidan v helpful with local info.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a little gem and a great place to stay. In fact we extended our stay by 4 days as we were so happy there. The location suited us, close to everywhere. The accommodation was clean spacious and had everything we needed. Aidan was helpful, friendly, informed and efficient, made our stay even better. Thank you
Barron falls . An absolute must visit
Gorgeous parrots outside the motel
Empty beach at cape tribulation , apart from the tiny artists
Kuranda forest walk
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Especially the second room that we had did have nice pictures on the wall and many kitchen iteams!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little place, pool is nice. Older property, but still comfy and met all our needs. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, friendly hosts. Lovely heated pool. Beautiful outside living areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

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

Excellent choice for Port Douglas

Excellent stay at the Lazy Lizard, late arrival handled no problem, nice room and very comfy bed, very short drive to the town or four mile beach
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing little Motel. Very well appointed and clean. Family stay was both affordable and comfortable. Staff are amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Great service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eve

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly owners and very helpful with us getting to know the area and what to go to.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great motel, friendly owner operator staff. Aidan was lovely. Room was well maintained and very clean. Walking distance from shops and restaurants.Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet, fantastic prices, very clean and tidy staff were so friendly nothing was too much trouble, towels there for swimming. Would recommend all my friends to stay there and l have already booked a return trip
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John

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

Pleasant, value for money

Had a pleasant experience at this motel. Seemed like good value for money for Port Douglas. Under cover parking and really large and reasonably modern room added to the overall experience. The kitchenette was a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dany

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, older motel property that has been nicely maintained, great staff, very clean rooms, great amenities, a bit of a walk from downtown area - wonderful stay and highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly and helpful staff. Quiet, comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025