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Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

121 Davidson Street, Port Douglas (Qld), Australia View Map

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Featuring an outdoor heated pool and BBQ area with outdoor seating and tropical gardens, this hidden gem of a motel is just a 12-minute walk from Four Mile Beach. All studios offer free high speed WiFi and guests can enjoy free undercover parking. The Lazy Lizard Motor Inn is 4 minutes' drive from central Port Douglas and Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina, while Mossman Gorge is a 25-minute drive away. All air-conditioned studios have renovated kitchenettes and a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. Free DVD rental is available at reception. Each spacious, bright and airy studio is decorated in neutral colors and includes a work desk, couch and an outdoor patio, overlooking the lush tropical gardens. The Lazy Lizard Motor Inn Port Douglas offers a free tour desk which books cruises to the Great Barrier Reef and arranges snorkeling, diving and fishing trips. Tours to the Daintree Rainforest can also be arranged, with pickups from reception.

350 Reviews

9.0Exceptional
Cleanliness
9.4
Staff
9.6
Location
8.9

What Guests Say

  • “We enjoyed every moment at Lazy Lizard. We felt so comfortable here. The rooms are spacious and well thought out.. The pool is the best.…”
  • “Clean room with a nice pool. Good location and facilities for either traveling through or staying for several days. Nice kitchens for…”
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Top Amenities

  • Swimming Pool
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible Rooms / Facilities
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Business Center
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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Queen Studio1/4

Queen Studio

485 sqft • 1 Single, 1 Double

  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
Deluxe Queen Studio 1/4

Deluxe Queen Studio

496 sqft • 1 Single, 1 Double, 1 Sofabed

  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
King Studio1/4

King Studio

496 sqft • 1 Single, 1 King, 1 Sofabed

  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
Family Studio1/4

Family Studio

593 sqft • 2 Single, 1 Double, 1 Sofabed

  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap

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    What Guests Loved

    9
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    Based on 350 reviews

    Location

    8.9

    Cleanliness

    9.4

    Staff

    9.6

    Overall Quality

    9

    Pros +

    • We enjoyed every moment at Lazy Lizard. We felt so comfortable here. The rooms are spacious and well thought out.. The pool is the best. The property is so close to the beach and downtown. We would highly recommend this property and would stay here again.
    • Clean room with a nice pool. Good location and facilities for either traveling through or staying for several days. Nice kitchens for doing your own food, quiet location. Short walk to an excellent Thai Resturant!
    • Convenient location and ample parking

    Cons -

    • Nothing to complain about.
    • Short office hours equals zero service. Owner was very officiate and stuck to his ways of doing things. He insisted that we call on the day of arrival, for late check-in, despite we had informed them that our international phone had problems calling. They could have easily accepted texts, emails or communicate through Booking.com to accommodate their customers.
    • They certainly live up to their name, Lazy Lizard. The office hours were listed as 8 AM to 5 PM, and they closed the doors right on the dot. Unfortunately, our tour guide dropped us back a little late, and we rang the bell at 5:05 PM just to change for coins so we could do laundry. The man who answered was clearly not pleased, and we felt quite uncomfortable for having inconvenienced him.
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    10EdwardPosted on: 8-29-2016

    We enjoyed every moment at Lazy Lizard. We felt so comfortable here. The rooms are spacious and well thought out.. The pool is the best. The property is so close to the beach and downtown. We would highly recommend this property and would stay here again.

    Nothing to complain about.

    9TwylaPosted on: 10-4-2025

    Clean room with a nice pool. Good location and facilities for either traveling through or staying for several days. Nice kitchens for doing your own food, quiet location. Short walk to an excellent Thai Resturant!

    5PaulPosted on: 9-1-2025

    Convenient location and ample parking

    Short office hours equals zero service. Owner was very officiate and stuck to his ways of doing things. He insisted that we call on the day of arrival, for late check-in, despite we had informed them that our international phone had problems calling. They could have easily accepted texts, emails or communicate through Booking.com to accommodate their customers.

    6PaulPosted on: 8-31-2025

    Location

    They certainly live up to their name, Lazy Lizard. The office hours were listed as 8 AM to 5 PM, and they closed the doors right on the dot. Unfortunately, our tour guide dropped us back a little late, and we rang the bell at 5:05 PM just to change for coins so we could do laundry. The man who answered was clearly not pleased, and we felt quite uncomfortable for having inconvenienced him.

    9JenniferPosted on: 8-19-2025

    Our room was spacious and clean, bed was very comfortable.We loved the pool, which was a very good temperature. Office staff were very helpful and knowledgeable about the area.Loved the free extras like the ice machine and pool towells.

    Nothing about the accommodation, but it was a bit further from town than I realised.

    10SauvePosted on: 7-24-2025

    Owners quick to reply and always available with helpful tips. Service was fantastic with a welcoming charm.

    10RachelPosted on: 6-25-2025

    Great motel. Clean, good location, good amenities. Nothing to complain about.

    7MeistoPosted on: 6-19-2025

    Simple Check-in, even after hours. Parking in front of rooms.

    We had some issues with the Wi-Fi not working properly

    9VictorPosted on: 5-11-2025

    Gardens around the property, kitchenette, and clean spaces

    10JohnPosted on: 5-9-2025

    Loved the few days we staying at Lazy Lizard.The units are big, clean, comfortable and well equipped with everything we needed.Fabulously comfy bed and pillows with extra pillows available in the wardrobe.Good size flat screen TV.Terrific air con and ceiling fan kept temperature perfect.The kitchenette had everything we needed to make simple meals.Handy to have the iron and ironing board and it was terrific to have the DVD player.There is washing machine and dryer and clothes dryers on premises to use if needed.Heaps of DVDs are available to borrow and a book swap library as well.We didn't have a swim but the pool area looked nice.Everything about this Motor Inn is well maintained and the host was really friendly and knowledgeable about the area.

    Lazy Lizard is a fabulous choice for accommodation at Port Douglas.Very affordable, large, clean, comfortable unit with tropical plants around the units and the covered car parking area.

    10fredericPosted on: 4-29-2025

    Great little place , one street down from the Sheraton Mirage :) It's very good value for money, Owners are discreete ,rooms are quiet .

    The pool is not super-huge but good enough for kids to have fun, The location is a bit away from Port Douglas centre, -- short taxi stroll no worries. overall GOOD VALUE for money

    8C3saPosted on: 4-27-2025

    We spent just one night here on our way to Cape Tribulation, so we didn’t have the chance to fully enjoy all the facilities available. The owners were very welcoming and kindly arranged a late check-in for us, as our flight arrived in the evening. The following morning, the owner gave us some excellent tips on what to see and do around Port Douglas, which we really appreciated.

    The room was simply furnished but functional however perfect for a short stay.

    8MortenPosted on: 4-19-2025

    Cozy little place. Very clean. Easy check-in and checkout.

    9JessicaPosted on: 4-16-2025

    We had a great stay at Lazy Lizard. The staff were lovely. They recommended and booked us a reef day with a great company. The room was roomy and comfortable and well stocked. We enjoyed the pool. We would stay here again.

    10BradleyPosted on: 4-15-2025

    Me and my partner really enjoyed our stay here. Aidan was very friendly and informative on things to do whilst we stay in Port Douglas which was helpful. The room itself was very clean and tidy and had a comfortable bed. The shower worked perfectly and the room was very spacious. Would definitely stay here again if I visited Port Douglas again!

    10JuttaPosted on: 4-5-2025

    Very comfortable and clean place. One of the best accommodations that be booked. Near to the centre and Ayden was so helpful during our stay. We were happy to stay there. Thank you very much!!

    9FimackPosted on: 4-4-2025

    I arrived after reception had closed, but they made it very easy to get into my room. There was a letter to explain what I needed to do which was very clear, and they had put the aircon in for me.Though a little bit away from the main streets of town, the Lazy Lizard was VERY quiet, comfortable, and great value for money. It was exceptionally clean, the linen was like new, and I liked the ice machine!!!! I love ice in my work drinks and hate when I can't make ice in bar fridges, so this was a real plus?

    I was looking forward to a bath which I thought would happen from the room description. No biggie, though. Everything else was fantastic.

    10PinjaPosted on: 3-27-2025

    I loved this place! Super comfortable room, everything was so clean, air con and wifi worked really well. Pool was lovely! The staff were so accomodating and friendly. I had such a wonderful stay, wish I could've stayed longer!

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    10MarkPosted on: 3-4-2025

    Excellent hotel - loved the way that everything had been thought through so that the facilities and inventory were all useful. The pool area was great and it was nice to have the option of using a BBQ.Aiden gave us lots of good information and advice and there were some nice books about Queensland on the coffee table in the room. Nothing bad to say about the Lazy Lizard - thoroughly recommend it. Just wish we'd been able to stay a bit longer...

    5AmiePosted on: 2-27-2025

    Convenient for an overnight stay, staff were lovely. Easy to get a shuttle bus into town. Can use streaming services from TV in the room.

    Wear and tear in the bathtub and shower is very clear. Had to ask at reception for milk in the fridge. For the price, we were a little bit underwhelmed.

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Swimming & Soaking

    • Swimming Pool
    • Fence around pool
    • Heated pool
    • Kids' pool
    • Outdoor pool
    • Salt-water pool

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Free Parking
    • Airport Shuttle
    • Accessible parking

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Daily disinfection

    Accessibility

    • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
    • Accessible toilet
    • Facilities for disabled guests available
    • Wheelchair accessible

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly

    Business facilities

    • Business Center

    General

    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
    • Lower bathroom sinks available

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 2:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 10:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    ParkingFree parking is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 1 can stay with cot, subject to additional charges.
    PetsPets are not allowed.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    Transfers are available to and from Cairns Airport. These are charged AU$60.50 per adult, AU$30.50 per child 11yrs and under. Please inform Lazy Lizard Motor Inn 24 hours in advance if you want to use this service using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Please note that there is a 1.7% charge when you pay with an American Express, Visa or MasterCard credit card. A credit card guarantee is required at time of booking. Please note that the hotel will process the full accommodations charge onto your nominated credit card 24 hours prior to arrival. The Hotel reserves the right to cancel bookings made on a declined credit card. All nonrefundable, pre-paid rates will be charged upon booking.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    Location

    Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

    121 Davidson Street, Port Douglas (Qld)

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