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Motel Nomad Cairns

3.5 star property
Motel with free parking, steps from DFO Cairns

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Outdoor pool
Balcony view
Queen Suite | Garden view
Reception
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Extra beds

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July

Explore the area

Map
314 Mulgrave Road, Westcourt, QLD, 4870
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cairns Esplanade
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Reef Fleet Terminal
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Studio

Family Studio

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Queen Suite

Queen Suite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Living area

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Twin Suite

Twin Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

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Studio | Living area

Studio

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Cairns

At Motel Nomad Cairns you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of DFO Cairns and Cazalys Cairns. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The family restaurant, Thai Coins, serves Thai cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Westcourt motel, you'll be 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Cairns Central Shopping Centre and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Cairns Night Markets.
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What's nearby

  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Cairns Convention Centre - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Cairns Esplanade - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Cairns Night Markets - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 5 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 3 min drive
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cairns Australian Football League Social Club - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Momiji - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪In 2 Thai - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mulgrave Seafoods - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Motel Nomad Cairns

Motel with free parking, steps from DFO Cairns
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A business centre and 2 meeting rooms are available. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Motel Nomad Cairns. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

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

  • 1 building
  • 54 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 120 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1985
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Motel Nomad Cairns offers 54 air-conditioned accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Similar properties

Reception

Cairns Queens Court

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
3.8 out of 5, Good, 1,004 reviews
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
4 July - 5 July
Cairns Queens Court

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Thai Coins

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • 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
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1985
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.25 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 6 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for 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 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.25 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 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 reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A 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 American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Motel Nomad Cairns Westcourt
Tropical Gardens Motel
Cairns Tropical Gardens
Nomad Cairns Westcourt
Motel Nomad Cairns Motel
Motel Nomad Cairns Westcourt
Motel Nomad Cairns Motel Westcourt

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Motel Nomad Cairns?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Motel Nomad Cairns?

As of 2 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel Nomad Cairns on 12 July 2025 start from AU$130.57, 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 Motel Nomad Cairns?

Yep, Motel Nomad Cairns has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Motel Nomad Cairns?

The closest beach to Motel Nomad Cairns is Palm Cove Beach (21.7 km).

Does Motel Nomad Cairns have a pool?

Motel Nomad Cairns has an outdoor pool.

What makes Motel Nomad Cairns a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Motel Nomad Cairns.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Motel Nomad Cairns?

No, Motel Nomad Cairns does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Motel Nomad Cairns?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Motel Nomad Cairns's onsite restaurant that serves Thai cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Motel Nomad Cairns?

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

Are pets allowed at Motel Nomad Cairns?

No, pets are not allowed.

Motel Nomad Cairns Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 146 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Kim

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We arrived at 3pm and our room wasn’t ready. No milk for coffees and no blankets even though it is winter!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and staff very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Gillian

Liked: Staff & service
Very handy for our use. Very noisy fan and water came through on the floor in bathroom near toilet? Not from shower.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Linton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The residents that lived there were scabs
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was fine 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A very loud domestic dispute outside the rooms at 2am spoiled the stay there
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Heidi

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awful!

We stayed one night and it was one night too many. The only pleasant part of the stay was the warm welcome by the really lovely lady on the front desk. We booked a family room and it looked nothing at all like the photos. The TV didn't work, all the furniture was old and run down. The cockroaches and other wildlife in the room were gross and it all needed a good clean. Worst of all were the beds, all of them rock hard. My 6ft hubby gave up and spent most of the night squished on a 2 seater couch trying to sleep as it was more comfortable than the bed. We all only managed a few hours sleep each. Do yourself a favour and just pass on this one.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked how clean it was in the room. Staff were great. Pool was not clean, therefore we didn't have a swim. Overall it was a pleasant stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Chantelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A bit tired but ok for a short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Bettina

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Florence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was very convenient to attend a function at the Cazalys👍
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Allan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for the price point, cheap and okay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy-Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ive stayed here three times now, its a central location, the rooms are a tad run down in some areas but they are clean and comfortable. I would recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jill

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Certainly not worthy of the negative reviews. We had a quiet (not even road noise) and comfortable stay. Great having a microwave and plates as well. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at Motel Nomad! We are a couple of Scots in Cairns looking to buy a van and we booked here to give us a place to stay. Little did we know that this would be the best decision we made as we were surrounded by locals, with their hands on their hearts, who welcomed us like family. There is a pool and a shopping center round the corner which makes it very accessible. The motel is a bit out of the centre but very well connected to buses (10min from esplanade), for us it was ideal as close to a lot of outlet shops to kit out our van. We highly recommend travellers to book this motel as you get a true feel to the friendly nature of cairns. There's a tasty coffee shop next door (Koffeez) and a tasty thai restaurant attached to the motel. Brilliant stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

mark

Travelled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice girl at counter, room away from road and seened great for money. Wdnt to cool off in pool, barely could see bottom which set off alarm as I spent years as dive instructor looking after our pool. Duting night roaches crawling roubd and something bit me as scrat ged till bleed. Only came up to buy some stuff and not wanted to drive back Ingham save say as I disabled veteran. Think lot people there long long term or subsudised which I accept and have sympathy for but not think would go back if they not do a bit hygiene. I used to live in holes I dug so not fussy, but they should be on top bugs and pool.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Karren

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The pool looked dirty and not inviting. Very aged and basic Interior, pillows very flat, but mattress comfortable,noisy neighbours in the next room, who smoked outside and spoke on speaker phone for over 30 minutes at 6am, which is out of the motel’s control, but asked to reflect on my experience. I actually felt unsafe at night and jammed the chair under the door knob. Seemed to be a lot of smoking men on the balcony watching, which freaked me out as I was alone. Close and very convenient location for where I needed to be for three days and I guess you get what you pay for.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I'll give it a 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Large clean and comfortable room, easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Mario

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Service was great very accommodating. Room could do with new doors. Bathroom has mould. Hard to avoid smokers smoking right out side their room. Smell was horrible for a non-smoker.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Anneke

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
SCAM! The motel does not meet the pictures and advertised service on wotif or their website. Do yourself a favour and book another accommodation as this was one of the worst places I have seen. People live there full time and smoke all over the premises. The pool is disgusting and there is not bar or breakfast available like advertised. The staff is rude. DO NOT BOOK THIS ACCOMMODATION
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Kathy-Lee

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Keith

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
General condition of the rooms, especially the bathroom was poor, a dirty towel was left on a hook behind the door, mound in the grouting and paint coming off the door.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024