The Reef Motel

228 Lake St, Cairns, Australia - Close to attractions
5.0/10 · 73 reviews

Situated 6 minutes' walk from Cock 'n' Bull, the 3-star The Reef Motel Cairns offers an outdoor swimming pool. The hotel includes 18 rooms.

Location

The Great Barrier Reef is a mere 1.5 km from this comfortable hotel, and the shopping mall "Orchid Plaza" is 2 km away. The public Cairns Aquarium, a 17-minute walk away, is definitely a must-see for family tourists in Cairns. The Reef Motel is 2.2 km from the Doongal Aboriginal Art Gallery Cairns. Sheridan Street at Charles Street bus stop is 400 metres from this property and 20 minutes on foot from is enough to get to Cairns Central train station.

Rooms

The rooms feature an air conditioner, along with free Wi-Fi for guests' utmost comfort. The rooms have a private bathroom.

Food & Drinks

The seafood restaurant Charlie's On The Esplanade lies in close proximity to The Reef Motel.

Why choose The Reef Motel Cairns

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  • Year-round outdoor swimming pool

  • Free on-site private parking

  • Air-conditioned family rooms available

  • Luggage storage for convenience

Important information

Check-in:
from 14:00 until 20:00
Check-out:
until 10:00

When are you staying?

From USD 91 per night
Check-in 29 Sept 2026
Check-out 30 Sept 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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    From USD 91 per night
    Check-in 29 Sept 2026
    Check-out 30 Sept 2026
    Guests 2 guests

    Adults:

    2

    Children:

    0
    All rates verified
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    from 14:00 until 20:00
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    until 10:00