Cairns
Travel Guide
Visit Cairns
Where to stay in Cairns
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.
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 North Beach 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 Tanks Arts Centre or Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.
Parramatta Park
Parramatta Park is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cazaly's Stadium and Barlow Park.
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.
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
"Lovely room and hotel Restaurant now inside hotel and more low key Staff excellent as always"
Reviewed on 5 July 2026
Crystalbrook Flynn
"Amazing stay!"
Reviewed on 7 July 2026
Pacific Hotel Cairns
"Great location. Wonderful staff. Great property. Excellent value. Buffet breakfast is a good value. Literally surrounded by a vast array of dining choices. Including the hotel’s own restaurant. Easy walk to train station."
Reviewed on 7 July 2026
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
"Been to coconut cairns with the whole family 2-3x, and it never disappoints 😎"
Reviewed on 8 July 2026
Mantra Trilogy
"Location was convenient and walkable to restaurants, coastal walk, and marina. Rooms were generic, not noteworthy. We were on the third floor. Perhaps a room on a higher level might have made a bigger difference. Overall, the hotel is feeling a bit old and made for a fine, but unremarkable stay."
Reviewed on 8 July 2026
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
"It was very good but the cost for the night was high."
Reviewed on 4 July 2026
