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Our top choices for Portsmith motels

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

1. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
3.5 star property
Earlville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (104 reviews)
"Excellent stay - very clean"
Australia
Tammara
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
Front of property

2. Cairns Southgate Hotel

Cairns Southgate Hotel
4.0 star property
Earlville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (26 reviews)
"Clean room, shops nearby, staff very nice"
Australia
Rachel
The price is £81
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Cairns Southgate Hotel
Reception

3. Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court
3.5 star property
Cairns North
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay"
Australia
Peter
The price is £50
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Cairns Queens Court
Outdoor pool

4. Motel Nomad Cairns

Motel Nomad Cairns
3.5 star property
Westcourt
7.2 out of 10, Good, (203 reviews)
"There was mould all throughout the room, water damages from the bathroom which can cause a lot of moisture/mould. Bed was extremely uncomfortable. There seems to be a siting area near that room where everyone smokes and chats until late at night, that wasn’t pleasant either. The fridge was extremely loud."
Australia
Kristelle
The price is £66
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Motel Nomad Cairns
Outdoor pool

5. Aspect Central

Aspect Central
3.0 star property
Cairns North
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Budget price"
Australia
Raymond
The price is £56
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Aspect Central
Property entrance

6. Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (572 reviews)
"Great place to stay for the 5 days we stayed. Plenty of room in the rooms, great pool & amenities."
Australia
Hannah
The price is £78
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Cairns City Palms
King Room with Spa | View from room

7. Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great central hotel at a good price. Easy walking distance to everything. Check-in lady was really friendly and welcoming. Only gripe is a little exit mould or similar should be used in the shower."
Australia
David
The price is £96
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Heritage Cairns
Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

8. The Reef Motel

The Reef Motel
2.0 star property
Cairns North
4.8 out of 10, (27 reviews)
"It was a great location"
Australia
Rohan
The price is £69
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
The Reef Motel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

9. Reef Palms Motel

Reef Palms Motel
3.5 star property
Cairns North
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (890 reviews)
"Photos are misleading for the current condition. WiFi connectivity was terrible. Pool was ok."
Australia
Pagalavan
The price is £83
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Reef Palms Motel
Queen Ensuite Room | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

10. Cairns City Motel

Cairns City Motel
2.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (375 reviews)
"This is 2nd time staying,very good location to shops,restaurants. Bus stops locate 100m away to Palm Cove beach,or DFO if love shopping. Staff are lovely and very helpful. Definitely will come back again"
Australia
Lan
The price is £81
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Cairns City Motel
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Blackout curtains, bed sheets

11. Lake Central

Lake Central
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (215 reviews)
"Clean room great price basic and met our needs."
Canada
Steven
The price is £79
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Lake Central
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Top Portsmith Hotel Reviews

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

8/10 Good
"Great pool and included breakfast. Rooms not that good for price. Had to ask repeatedly for room to be made up."
Trista Jane 5-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

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Portsmith Motels information

Number of reviews
2,294
Accommodation
15 Motels
Lowest Price
£50
Highest Price
£96

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Portsmith?
If you can't find a motel in Portsmith, let Expedia help you find a motel or something similar from over 1405 lodging options in the larger area. Just use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What are motels like?
When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. Starting in the early 1950s, colourful neon signs were used as beacons for tired families on road trips, and today, examples of these can still be found along historic US Route 66.
What are the best motels in Portsmith?
Here are some of our customers' favourite motels in the larger area. Cairns Queens Court is located 4.7 km from the heart of Portsmith. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. The Reef Motel: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as air conditioning. Central Portsmith is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) away. Heritage Cairns: Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi, parking and laundry facilities. Located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from the heart of Portsmith. Motel Nomad Cairns: Central Portsmith is 2 mi (3.3 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking and a terrace are available during your stay. Lake Central: 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from the heart of Portsmith. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities and outdoor pool, as well as room amenities such as a kitchenette.
What things can I to do in Portsmith?
Some outdoorsy places nearby include Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland and Crystal Cascades. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Rainforestation Nature Park, Kuranda Koala Gardens and Muddy's Playground. While you're exploring the area, consider visiting Cairns Central Shopping Centre, Reef Hotel Casino and Reef Fleet Terminal.
What's the seasonal weather like in Portsmith?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Portsmith to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are August and July, with an average of 21°C. The rainiest months in Portsmith are January, February, March and December, with each month seeing an average of 278 mm of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Portsmith while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Portsmith to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.), which is located 5.7 mi (9.3 km) away from the city centre. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

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