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Cairns City Palms

Property class: 4
4-star motel near Cairns Performing Arts Centre

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A modern hotel with self-contained apartments, a swimming pool, and a BBQ area.
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A modern hotel room with a balcony, a kitchenette, and a dining area.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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199 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior King Suite

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

Superior King Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(68 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

Superior Twin or Triple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a bed, a TV, a dining area, and a kitchen.

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room

One-Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a ceiling fan.

Superior Two-Bedroom Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Cairns

Cairns North stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Cairns North motel, you'll find Cairns Performing Arts Centre and Muddy's Playground. Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns Night Markets are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cairns Performing Arts Centre - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cairns Esplanade Lagoon - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 2 min drive
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Paper Crane - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Yum Sing - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Atrium - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Smith Street Cafe - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Cairns City Palms

4-star motel near Cairns Performing Arts Centre
There's a snack bar/deli on site. A free manager's reception is offered daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a business center on site. An outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Cairns City Palms.

This 4-star Cairns motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1980
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Cairns City Palms offers 33 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's dinnerware
  • High chair
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

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
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance 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

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 5.0 per day.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 5.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20.0 per day

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; 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
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 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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served at Cairns City Palms.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Cairns City Palms Motel Cairns North
Cairns City Palms Aparthotel
Cairns City Palms Cairns North
Cairns City Palms Motel
Cairns City Palms Cairns North
Cairns City Palms Motel Cairns North

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cairns City Palms to the airport?

Cairns City Palms is 3.3 mi (6-min drive) away from the Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cairns City Palms?

As of Oct 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cairns City Palms on Oct 27, 2026 start from CA $112, excluding 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.

Does Cairns City Palms have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Cairns City Palms.

How close is Cairns City Palms to the beach?

This motel is 13.3 mi (20-min drive) from Palm Cove Beach and 6.6 mi (11-min drive) from Holloways Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Cairns City Palms offer free breakfast?

Cairns City Palms does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cairns City Palms?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Reef Hotel Casino (3-min drive) and Cazalys Cairns (5-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Cairns City Palms?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM.

Is there free parking at Cairns City Palms?

Free parking is not available at this motel.

Does Cairns City Palms have a pool?

Cairns City Palms features an outdoor pool.

Does Cairns City Palms have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Cairns City Palms to downtown Cairns?

Cairns City Palms is 0.9 mi away from Cairns.

Cairns City Palms Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 264 out of 577 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 218 out of 577 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 577 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 577 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 577 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for the 5 days we stayed. Plenty of room in the rooms, great pool & amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick stop, everything we needed, as well as clean and close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A bit far from town but very good value accommodation- Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, close to many food places. The property is old but facilities are okay. Staff were terrific
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff and clean, well appointed rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and tastefully decorated. We felt relaxed and everything we needed was there, the staff were very kind and most helpful in getting us settled after our long day of travel. Also the pool was lovely! Shower was great and the pillows where the best we’ve ever experienced in a hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms ans staff at check-in was very good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay. Nice rooms and pool. Good location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything supplied in the room was excellent. Very spacious and clean. Staff were very helpful. Will stay again. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and room was very tidy and clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean comfy and good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good room for the price, great AC
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
kitchen had what was needed and laundry was good
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything you need. Staff were extremely helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very basic but had all the essentials.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good property. I stayed here for 3 nights and was happy with the cost and value of the property. There was parking available, good sized rooms and attentive staff. I would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located near hospital. Good public transport. Microwave and an electric frypan. Guest laundry. Nice pool.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and inviting.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Clean room and amenities,value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay & good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and the bed was really comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing! I loved being able to cook and they were extremely generous if I needed anything!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff easy check in. Good place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Conveniently located with easy walkable access
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

Great place to stay, friendly staff. Clean and comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025