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The Reef Motel

2.0 star property

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Standard Twin Room
Outdoor pool
Standard Double Room | Bathroom
Outdoor pool
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
2 June - 3 June

Explore the area

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228 Lake St, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

Standard Double Room

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Quadruple Room

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Cairns

The Reef Motel places you steps from Cairns Esplanade and within a 10-minute stroll of Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Cairns North motel include Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Reef Fleet Terminal.
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Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 8 min drive
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Smith Street Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Atrium - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Dunwoodys - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Paper Crane - ‬16 min walk

About this property

The Reef Motel

The Reef Motel offers its guests an outdoor pool. The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free.

This Cairns motel is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
The Reef Motel offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. This Cairns motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include a shower.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 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

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: AUD 100 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 and cash
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 and cash.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Reef Motel?

Yep, The Reef Motel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Reef Motel?

As of 27 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Reef Motel on 2 June 2026 start from AU$118, 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Reef Motel?

The closest beach to The Reef Motel is Palm Cove Beach (19.7 km).

Does The Reef Motel have a pool?

The Reef Motel has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Reef Motel?

No, The Reef Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Reef Motel?

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

Are pets allowed at The Reef Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

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