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Cairns Southgate Hotel

Property class: 4
Cairns motel with outdoor pool

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Cairns Southgate Hotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Also, this motel is within a short drive of Cairns Marlin Marina. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (7)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Computer station
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Digital TV service
  • Free self parking
The current price is $133
$147 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24

Room options

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Showing 10 of 10 rooms

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a wall-mounted abstract painting, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Queen Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Queen Room with Kitchenette

A neatly made bed with white linens, a blue floral pillow, and a rolled towel on the side.

Queen Room with Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Small Family Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

Small Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 1 Bedroom with Kitchenette

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

1 Bedroom with Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 2 Bedroom with Kitchenette

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, an air conditioning unit, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

2 Bedroom with Kitchenette

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, an air conditioning unit, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

2 Bedroom Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Interconnecting Queens

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a wall-mounted artwork, and a built-in microwave.

Interconnecting Queens

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Interconnecting Queen & Small Family

A neatly made bed with white linens, a blue floral pillow, and a rolled towel on the side.

Interconnecting Queen & Small Family

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Interconnecting Queen Kit & Small Family

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

Interconnecting Queen Kit & Small Family

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Interconnecting 1 Bedroom & Small Family

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Interconnecting 1 Bedroom & Small Family

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
450 Mulgrave Road, Cairns, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cazalys Cairns - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • DFO Cairns - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Henleys Hill Dog Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Cairns Esplanade - 8 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 14 min drive
  • Cairns Station - 7 min drive
  • Redlynch Station - 14 min drive
  • Freshwater Station - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Grand Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Milk and Honey Flow Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kangaroos Football & Sporting Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Cairns Southgate Hotel

  • Cairns Southgate Hotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Also, this motel is within a short drive of Cairns Marlin Marina. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 62 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2.75 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1998
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.75 percent

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from May 4 2026 to October 1 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector on site.
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, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Cairns Southside International
Cairns Southside International Inn
Southside International
Southside International Inn
Cairns Southside International Motel
Southside International Motel
Cairns Southside Earlville
Cairns Southside International Motel
Cairns Southside International Earlville
Cairns Southside International Motel Earlville

Frequently asked questions

Does Cairns Southgate Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Cairns Southgate Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Cairns Southgate Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. The pool will be unavailable from May 4 2026 to October 1 2026 (dates subject to change).

Are pets allowed at Cairns Southgate Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Cairns Southgate Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Cairns Southgate Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Cairns Southgate Hotel?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Cazalys Cairns (10-min walk) and Reef Hotel Casino (6-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Cairns Southgate Hotel and nearby?

Cairns Southgate Hotel has an outdoor pool.

What's the area around Cairns Southgate Hotel like?

Cairns Southgate Hotel is a short 10-minute walk from Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre and 10 minutes' walk from Cazalys Stadium.

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