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Cardwell Beachfront Motel

3.0 star property
Beachfront motel in Cardwell with free parking

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Terrace/patio - Cardwell Beachfront Motel (Cardwell)
Outdoor pool - Cardwell Beachfront Motel (Cardwell)
Studio with Ocean View | Beach/ocean view - Cardwell Beachfront Motel (Cardwell)
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Cardwell Beachfront Motel is near Girringun National Park and the Rainforest and Reef Visitor Centre. Enjoy the outdoor pool, garden, and library's local stories. Laundry facilities and bicycle rentals make extended stays and coastal explorations convenient.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Queen Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Studio | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 398 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Studio with Ocean View | Beach/ocean view

Studio with Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
Stovetop
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Room with Ocean View | Balcony

Queen Room with Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen and Double apartment | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen and Double apartment

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Stovetop
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Family Quadruple Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Quadruple Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • 388 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
1 Scott Street, Cardwell, QLD, 4849

What's nearby

  • Rainforest and Reef Visitor Information Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cardwell Bush Telegraph - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Historic Cardwell Post Office & Telegraph Station - 3 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Edmund Kennedy National Park - 15 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Girringun National Park - 19 min drive - 10.0 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 140 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cardwell Seaview Deli Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Marine Hotel - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Vivia Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Brearleys Bakery - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Muddys Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Cardwell Beachfront Motel

Motel near Rainforest and Reef Visitor Information Centre
Located close to Girringun National Park and Girringun Aboriginal Art Centre, Cardwell Beachfront Motel provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, barbecue grills, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Cardwell Beachfront Motel include amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Blackout drapes/curtains and window screens
  • 45-cm flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-cm flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.95 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 15.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.95 percent

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Cardwell Beachfront Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Cardwell Beachfront Motel?

As of Oct 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cardwell Beachfront Motel on Nov 1, 2025 start from $89.36, excluding 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 Cardwell Beachfront Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cardwell Beachfront Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cardwell Beachfront Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Cardwell Beachfront Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cardwell Beachfront Motel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cardwell motel is within a 15-minute walk of Rainforest and Reef Visitor Information Centre, Girringun National Park, and Girringun Aboriginal Art Centre. Wet Tropics of Queensland and Historic Cardwell Post Office & Telegraph Station are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Cardwell Beachfront Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 216 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 216 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 216 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 216 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 216 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lars

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julaiporn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location close to the beach, the room is clean and organis
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiachra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stop over place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Friendly hosts, fantastic position right on the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Magnificent location Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for a transit stay - right on the water very clean and lovely friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great operation.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

Jos

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very basic property, bed was hard and shower not so clean. Front desk was not very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great for overnight stop

Great beach side motel, older premises but spotless and great service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Chris and Kelly were great nothing was to much trouble will definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location with friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great over night stop

On road trip down south so wanted good place to stop to sleep and break the journey. This was a great choice and right on the beach. The owners were just delightful and made us welcome on every way. Some good eating spots close by. Definitely one to recommend and return back too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had s great nights sleep. Fantastic location overlooking the beach. Easy parking. Room a good size with en-suite. Tea/coffee making facilities, cutlery/crockery and decent sized fridge.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Position, water view, foreshore or beach walk. accessible to walk to shops. Well presented rooms. I would stay again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked the Executive Room, very well appointed, exceptionally clean. The balcony was amazing, overlooking the beach. The owners were very friendly and helpful, guiding us the best places to see, and restaurants etc. to eat at. We would highly recommend this little gem. Well worth the stop over.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean and comfortable. Lee and Michelle were very obliging and helpful. Gorgeous views
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

John

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
View of water was not beach front but at sde. Curtains in the room were mouldy. Room had no window except in bathroom which was so tiny - only a metre wide. Door to room opened onto verandah also approx a metre wide and people walked past to get to the front to see the view so no privacy at all. Would have been better off in a caravan - go to Beachcomber where rooms do face the water!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Zimmer war schön gross und hell. Das Meer war wirklich sehr nah aber wegen den Krokodilen konnte man nicht rein.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Location in Cardwell

Great spot for Ocean views out the front & walk along the foreshore to the pub & Main Street. Simply & comfortable accompation. Full Wash & Dry for $10 on site.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was easy to find, and it is a very relaxing place to stay. Close to the beach and a lovely walking path between the property and the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Owners vey pleasent and helpful with things to do and visit to the attractions in that aera.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice and cosy. Bathroom area was a tad squashy. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Maxwell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was a great spot , old but good 👍
Stayed 1 night in May 2025