Cairns
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Where to stay in Cairns
Palm Cove
Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Palm Cove Beach and Vie Spa Palm Cove.
Cairns Central Business District
Cairns Central Business District is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Tropical North Waterfront.
Trinity Beach
Travelers to Trinity Beach praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach.
Yorkeys Knob
Yorkeys Knob is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Half Moon Bay Golf Course.
Cairns North
Beaches and abundant dining options are well-reviewed features of Cairns North. Make a stop by top sights like Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're exploring the area.
Clifton Beach
Travelers come to Clifton Beach for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while you're in town.
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Great room and great property with excellent staff!
Reviewed on 16 January 2026
Hilton Cairns
The room had a nice view of the river. The staff in the Bar and Restaurant were very friendly and helpful. The food and service was very good.
Reviewed on 17 January 2026
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Check in was very friendly and helpful, which as it was late and I was tired was important
Reviewed on 17 January 2026
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
Couldn't fault it at all. Perfect location, close to transport, shops etc.
Reviewed on 18 January 2026
Drift Palm Cove
Clean and spacious room, comfortable stay, and a great location. Staff were friendly and helpful. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 19 January 2026
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
Excellent Guest Support & Friendly Service.
Reviewed on 18 January 2026
Popular places to visit
Cairns Esplanade
Cairns Esplanade is just one of the places to see in Cairns, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.
Palm Cove Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Palm Cove Beach during your travels in Cairns? While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its spas.
Cairns Central Shopping Centre
During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.
Esplanade Lagoon
Enjoy an outing to Esplanade Lagoon during your stay in Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.
Cairns Marlin Marina
Explore the waterfront in Tropical North Waterfront with a trip to Cairns Marlin Marina. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.
Cairns Night Markets
During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the local tours.
Other places like Cairns
- Cairns Esplanade
- Reef Fleet Terminal
- Palm Cove Beach
- Cairns Central Shopping Centre
- Esplanade Lagoon
- Cairns Marlin Marina
- Cairns Convention Centre
- Reef Hotel Casino
- Cairns Base Hospital
- Cairns Night Markets
- Yorkeys Knob Beach
- Trinity Beach
- Clifton Beach
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station
- Kewarra Beach
- Smithfield Shopping Centre
- Australian Armour and Artillery Museum
- Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
- Cairns Performing Arts Centre
- James Cook University
- Crystal Cascades
- Sugarworld Waterpark
- Clifton Village Shopping Centre
- Cairns Private Hospital
- Muddy's Playground
- Cairns Golf Club
- Mount Whitfield Conservation Park
- Tanks Arts Centre
- Vie Spa Palm Cove
- Paradise Palms Country Club
- Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens
- The Cairns Museum
