Cairns
Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
Cairns Central Business District is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Tropical North Waterfront.
Cairns North
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Cairns North. A stop by Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Cairns Mudflats might round out your trip.
Edge Hill
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Edge Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Cairns Botanic Gardens or Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.
Parramatta Park
Visitors to Parramatta Park enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Barlow Park is worth a stop.
Palm Cove
Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Palm Cove Beach and Back Shot Beach.
Pacific Hotel Cairns
"Great location, staff great. Had a maintenance issue and moved us immediately, no problem, very apologetic no bid deal"
Reviewed on 1 November 2026
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Hilton Cairns
"Wonderful stay in our King corner room with views over the inlet. Located close to the waterfront dining strip with the lagoon in easy walking distance. Very friendly, happy and helpful staff. Our first visit to Cairns and will definitely be returning again."
Reviewed on 26 October 2026
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
"We loved absolutely everything about our stay at Alamanda. Thank you Mel and Team, we had a great time and we will be back soon."
Reviewed on 2 November 2026
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
Mantra Trilogy
"Room was very tired, mattress hard, bath shower extremely slippery so great care had to be taken whilst showering.This was my third stay there ,but wont be staying at Mantra Trilogy again."
Reviewed on 16 October 2026
