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A1 Inn the City

2.0 star property
Motel with an outdoor pool, a short walk to Cairns Esplanade

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Outdoor pool
Balcony
1 bedroom, bed sheets
1 bedroom, bed sheets
Front of property

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is S$113
includes taxes & fees
20 Jun - 21 Jun

Room options

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1 bedroom, bed sheets

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
141 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 12 min walk
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crepe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Pizza Trattoria - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dundee’s at the Cairns Aquarium - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Imm Thai Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Atrium - ‬4 min walk

About this property

A1 Inn the City

Motel near Cairns Esplanade
Close to Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns Marlin Marina, A1 Inn the City has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Express check-out, tour/ticket information and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at A1 Inn the City offer comforts, such as air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Fridges, microwaves and toasters

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 100 metres
  • Street parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8 AM - 4:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8 AM - noon)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Breakage deposit: AUD 150 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

A1 Inn City Cairns
A1 City Cairns
A1 Inn the City Motel
A1 Inn the City Cairns
A1 Inn the City Motel Cairns

Frequently asked questions

Does A1 Inn the City have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at A1 Inn the City?

As of 19 Jun, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A1 Inn the City on 20 Jun, 2025 start from S$112.88, 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.

Is A1 Inn the City pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A1 Inn the City?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at A1 Inn the City?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at A1 Inn the City?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is A1 Inn the City located?

Located in Cairns Central Business District, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of The Cultural Place, Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Cairns Marlin Marina and Reef Fleet Terminal are also within 15 minutes. Cairns Station is 12 minutes by foot.

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A1 Inn the City Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 159 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 159 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 159 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 159 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 159 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Great value and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

This is a real gem, glad to have found it. Extremely good location in the city and in a nice quiet area. Easy check in and the staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Easy to find and book in, very happy and helpful staff, nice easy to access pool and close to town
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

The hotel was great for the price! Not many frills but the location is great and the value for the money is excellent. It is bacically a one bedroom apartment with plenty of room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Friendly staff
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10

Great location, easy walking, lots of room in the unit, v clean despite being dated.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10

Very pleasant and helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10

Good, well situated
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

Exactly as advertised. Friendly and very helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10

Very comfortable, but right in front of a hostel which was quite noisy. Easy walking distance to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Comfortable bed and nifty kitchenette. The room was clean and tidy. Good location for the Cairns CBD, eateries and esplanade waterfront. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10

Here is very convenience for rent a car, inn, tour. the morning for car movement is noisy a little.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

As an older property it was very spacious inside and all things needed for a stay were provided; not flash but well presented. Easy walk to shops, the esplanade and the market. Will stay again if I need another overnighter in Cairns. Comfy bed, helpful staff, and great price. Only issue was early check-in - by 4:30pm and no on-site parking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10

An unorthodox place mixed in with a car rental agency, however we would stay again as it was cheap and close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

2/10

Staff was very ride
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

4/10

The pool availability was good. The room size and cleanliness were adequate. Seating and benchtop space were limited. Nowhere to hang clothes. Nowhere to hang swimwear to dry.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Friendly and happy reception, no problems getting keys early. Clean and tidy apartment (even the bedroom smelt of fresh and clean linen). Convenient location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10

The staff were so welcoming and helpful when booking tours. The apartment was extremely clean and had everything we needed. The pool area was nice and also neat and tidy. The only down side was the external look of the property, as it operates as a car rental business and the building is old and in need of repair. However the price per night compensates for this and although the building is dated inside the apartment is very clean with an updated kitchenette and freshly painted with new blinds, floor coverings, aircon and offers Netflix. Perfect accommodation on a budget and walking distance to everything.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

2/10

Didn't stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10

Very noisy in the morning. Not an issue if you leave before 0800ish however.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10

Spacious, comfortable, :clean old style. Great shower recess and rose: tiled, lots of room. Fan an extra option to AC which I always appreciate. Close parking after 6pm an issue as Novotel and Baileys across the road. Easy walk to esplanade for eateries and night life. Library handy walk. Laundromat and cafe in same block.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

4/10

Poor
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10

Quiet location overnight however it’s not the place for a sleep in with rental cars being cleaned outside your window at 6.30am! Car doors slamming, vacuum cleaner noise, cars being moved.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10

My visit to A1 was a pleasant surprise, when I first arrived, I was not sure, but I quickly found myself seeing so much potential in the property. The apartment was clean, well organised, but as you stay longer you notice it is just in need of a freshen up. The kitchenette was basic but very user friendly, fans in each room were refreshing, but like most Cairns locations there is not heating provided to the rooms, so if you sleep cold be sure to rug up. Backpackers behind were a little noisy in the early hours of Sunday morning, but besides that the overall location was lovely. I would not hesitate to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10

What i didnt like someone had tied a plastic bag over the smoke alarm in the bedroom. I reported this to a staff member. The motel room was clean and close to the city centre walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023