Tropical Queenslander Motel Cairns, Cairns ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

287 Lake Street, Cairns, Australia, 4870

Tropical Queenslander is located in Cairns, Australia, providing a comfortable base for exploring the vibrancy of Tropical North Queensland. The hotel features self-contained rooms with modern amenities and easy access to local attractions. With two outdoor saltwater pools and a full-service restaurant, guests can enjoy both relaxation and culinary experiences. Situated away from the hustle of the inner city, it offers tranquility while being just a short distance from major attractions.

Location

Tropical Queenslander is situated 1.5 miles from Cairns Central and 3 miles from Cairns Airport, providing convenient access to key transportation hubs. The hotel is within walking distance to the Cairns Esplanade waterfront and a variety of local cafes and restaurants. Nearby natural attractions such as Anderson Street Conservation Park and Dinden National Park offer opportunities for outdoor activities.

Rooms

The hotel comprises 93 self-contained rooms, equipped with essential amenities including air conditioning, television/radio, and a refrigerator. Many rooms feature full kitchenettes and private en suite bathrooms, enhancing comfort for guests. Family studio rooms are available with additional space, making them ideal for families or groups. All rooms come with daily housekeeping, ensuring a tidy and comfortable stay.

Eat & Drink

Diggers Bar & Restaurant offers a culinary experience utilizing fresh local produce, open for dinner seven days a week and breakfast every morning. Steak on Lake Restaurant, located just 0.1 miles from the hotel, serves modern international and Australian cuisine. Guests can also take advantage of on-site barbecue facilities for outdoor cooking.

Leisure & Business

The hotel features two outdoor saltwater pools, providing a safe swimming environment without the hazards of ocean waters. Additionally, guests have access to a garden area and BBQ facilities for relaxation and social gatherings. The knowledgeable staff assists with local tours and car rentals to facilitate activities in the surrounding area.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Studio

Max:

2 persons

28 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Bathtub

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Family Studio

Max:

4 persons

36 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

Bathtub

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Basic Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

Bathtub

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Getting around

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City Center

Cairns 1.0 mi

Airports

Cairns (CNS) 2.7 mi

Train

Cairns Central Station 1.3 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Excellent Services!

“The customer service here was simply fantastic. The team went above and beyond to suggest local attractions and dining spots, ensuring we made the most of our visit.” view full review

Immaculate Room!

“Our room was extraordinarily clean and comfortable. The linen was fresh, and everything felt inviting, making it hard for us to want to leave!” view full review

Well-Equipped Rooms

“The room had all the essentials we needed for a pleasant stay. It was cozy and perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring.” view full review

Relaxing Atmosphere

“The hotel provided a wonderfully relaxing environment, which was perfect for us to recharge and enjoy our vacation comfortably.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free parking
Off-site parking lot
Safe deposit box
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Baggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Outdoor dining area

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Garden area

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Washing machine
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

287 Lake Street, Cairns, Australia, 4870

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287 Lake Street, Cairns, Australia, 4870

City landmarks

Garden

Cairns Botanic Gardens

1.3 mi

71/73-75 Esplanade

Cairns Night Markets

1.2 mi

Green Island

1.4 mi

Market

Rusty's Markets

1.3 mi

Parks

Muddy's Playground

4500 ft

Aquarium

Cairns Aquarium

5200 ft

Church

St Monica's Cathedral

4400 ft

Gallery

Cairns Regional Gallery

1.3 mi

Museums

The Cairns Museum

1.3 mi

Parks

Munro Martin Parklands

4900 ft

Gallery

The Center of Contemporary Arts

1.0 mi

Libraries

Cairns City Library

1.1 mi

Zoo

Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome

1.5 mi

46 Collins Avenue

Tanks Arts Centre

1.4 mi

Great Barrier Reef

Michaelmas Cay

1.2 mi

Cairns Tropical Zoo

1.0 mi

The Cairns Civic Theater

1.0 mi

379 Sheridan St

Ocean World Seafood Market

3200 ft

6 Grove St

Cock 'n' Bull

2100 ft

Obelisk in memory of the Munro and Martin family

2300 ft

The Dancers

2800 ft

RAAF Memorial

2900 ft

Mosque

Cairns Mosque

3000 ft

Gallery

Michael Seebeck Gallery

1.1 mi

Gallery

Samurai Gallery Australia

1.3 mi

64 Collins Avenue Next to the Botanical Gardens

Centenary Lakes

1.3 mi

Commemorative plaque of US army volunteers

4200 ft

120 Mulgrave Rd

Cairns Showgrounds

2.1 mi

Nearby

Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland

1800 ft

228 Sheridan St

Crackerbox Palace

1800 ft

Restaurants

Odett's Cafe

1100 ft

204 Lake St

Tia's Cafe in Cairns

2400 ft

227 Sheridan St

Subway

1800 ft

Cairns Central Shopping Ctr Mcleod St

Lily's Froyo

1800 ft

Esplanade 10/93

Captain Cooks Diner

2600 ft

223 Sheridan St

Pizza Hut Cairns

2700 ft

Shop 3

Snow Yogurt & Dessert

1900 ft

Lake street

Poemphun Thai Takeaway

2800 ft

343 Sheridan St North cairns

Nori House

3000 ft

Shop 22

Coral Garden Restaurant

3600 ft

179 Sheridan St Cairns Rainbow Resort

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

50%

liked the hotel and would stay again

clean

friendly staff

dated rooms

limited breakfast options

5.0/10

Guest rating

Rooms

5.0

Location

7.0

Service

5.7

Dining

5.0

Edward

United Kingdom, January 2024

5.0/10

The hotel rooms were quite disappointing due to cleanliness issues, lack of basic amenities, and worn-out decor, especially room 260; however, the location was convenient despite some cleanliness concerns. The service was lacking in communication and professionalism, predominantly due to language barriers. The dining experience left much to be desired, with limited options and timing issues. The facilities were satisfactory overall, with some room for improvement in cleanliness and maintenance.

Rooms

5.0

The room cleanliness was subpar with missing basic items and worn-out decor.

Service

5.0

The service was affected by poor communication and professionalism, likely due to language barriers.

Location

6.0

Despite cleanliness concerns, the location was fairly convenient and close to necessary amenities.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience lacked variety and had timing issues, impacting guests' convenience.

Facilities

7.0

Although there is room for improvement, the facilities were generally satisfactory.

Stanley

United Kingdom, January 2024

6.4/10

The hotel looked bigger in the photos, but the actual rooms were dated and not as depicted on the website. Despite this, they were clean, well presented, and comfortable. The location was very good, only a block from the waterfront but a bit far from downtown; however, it was close to everything. The dining experience was disappointing with limited breakfast options. The hotel had some basic facilities but could use improvements. It seemed like the establishment was undergoing changes since the new owners took over.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, though not as spacious as expected from the photos, were clean, well presented, and comfortable.

Service

7.0

The staff was very friendly and accommodating, but their knowledge of the city and available tours was limited.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was very good, being close to the waterfront, but slightly far from downtown. It lacked some amenities like loungers.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was far from satisfactory with limited breakfast options and cleanliness concerns.

Facilities

6.0

Basic facilities were available, but improvements were needed.

clean

dated rooms

Elizabeth

United Kingdom, May 2023

5.6/10

The hotel had some drawbacks in terms of room conditions and service quality, but its location made it convenient for exploring the area. The dining experience had some issues with limited options and timing. Overall, it offers a good value for the money with certain aspects needing improvement.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms had no noise control, were small and smelly, showing significant signs of wear. The decor seemed tired and in need of refurbishment.

Service

6.0

Although the staff were lovely and helpful, there was an incident of entering the room without knocking early in the morning. The language barrier was noticeable.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location was pretty good, close to essential amenities and attractions, making it easy to explore the area.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were limited, with timing issues for guests going on trips early in the morning. The availability could be improved.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel had basic facilities with some complaints about cleanliness and maintenance.

convenient location

room conditions