South Cairns Resort offers a family-friendly beachside retreat where parents can relax by the pool with umbrellas while kids enjoy dedicated play spaces
Located on the Cairns Esplanade, this family resort has a main outdoor pool, a kids' pool with loungers, BBQ grills, a garden, WiFi for planning adventures, and a playground for kids.
Woree, a neighbourhood in Cairns, is home to South Cairns Resort. Cairns Regional Gallery and Copperlode Dam are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cairns Golf Club and Cairns Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Reef Teach and Esplanade Lagoon. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving, snorkelling and sailing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Cairns travel guide
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a playground at South Cairns Resort. In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking
Express check-out, express check-in and tour/ticket information
A banquet hall, luggage storage and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at South Cairns Resort include comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
Other amenities include:
Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
Free toiletries and hairdryers
32-cm flat-screen TVs with digital channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and fridges
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: AUD 25.00
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 25.00
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), lockbox
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 10.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per day
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:
A damage deposit of AUD 100 will be collected before check-in.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Early check-in fee: AUD 25.00 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: AUD 25.00 (subject to availability)
Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per day
Rollaway bed fee: AUD 10.0 per day
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 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Cairns New Chalon
Cairns New Chalon Motel
New Chalon
New Chalon Cairns
New Chalon Motel
Cairns New Chalon
South Cairns Resort Motel
South Cairns Resort Woree
South Cairns Resort Motel Woree
Frequently asked questions
Does South Cairns Resort have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Is South Cairns Resort pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at South Cairns Resort?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at South Cairns Resort?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of AUD 25.00 (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at South Cairns Resort?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for AUD 25.00 (subject to availability).
Where is South Cairns Resort located?
This family-friendly Cairns motel is located in Woree, within 2 mi (3 km) of Cairns Golf Club, Cairns Golf Course and Henleys Hill Dog Park. Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre and DFO Cairns are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
South Cairns Resort Reviews
7.6
Good
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Lovely little place to stay for our very short visit. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. Very affordable. Will be staying again on our next visit.
It was very clean and nicely organised. I would go here again if I had the chance.
Ainul
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Liz
25 May, 2025
Property was close to where we wanted to be. Beds were clean and fresh. Some maintenance issues in both rooms - ceiling fans were either like cyclones or hardly moving, only one bedside lamp was working in one of the rooms.Some attention to detail re cleaning was needed - old soap left behind, dirty cup in sink.
Booked for 2 adults and 1 child then shown a room with 1 double bed. Moved to different room but beds awful and room not clean.
Ian
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tarmi
6 Aug, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were very helpful with looking after our bags before Check-in and providing an easy Check-in process. The room was also clean with everything supplied. Thank you, appreciate this.
Tarmi
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
6/10 Okay
Susan
15 Sept, 2022
Liked: Staff & service
The property is very handy for the Cairns Amateurs races, however the property is showing its age and needs refurbishment.
It was pleasant and close to shops, plus a restaurant on site. but the room was not well cleaned and the towels were tiny and well worn. and the lace curtains were filthy. Perhaps this is because there are new people owning the place and it needs a lot of work.
Restaurant wasn't open. Thats the reason I picked that place. Room wasn't set up with TV. Bath damaged needs to be replaced. Photos in adds are misleading. Place need extensive work.
william
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Bijoy
12 Jul, 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The price was reasonable as it is a old facilities , the rooms were okay but not the outdoor.Tv was not working and no Wi-Fi at all the time. The Tap was leaking. The mattress were really bad.