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 Village Shopping Centre and Clifton Beach while you're in town.
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Had a fabulous view from my balcony; fab housekeeping; breakfast was amazingly, fairly central especially to dive/reef boats. Great stay overall.
Reviewed on 31 December 2025
Hilton Cairns
Room was clean and reasonably up to date. Staff were courteous. 30 dollars per night parking for guests seems unreasonable.
Reviewed on 12 January 2026
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Great as usual
Reviewed on 11 January 2026
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
Everything was as expected.
Reviewed on 15 January 2026
Drift Palm Cove
The room could have been cleaner on arrival, however overall we were happy with our stay.
Reviewed on 8 January 2026
Mantra Trilogy
Will stay again
Reviewed on 5 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 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.
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 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.
Clifton Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Clifton Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Cairns. Wander the gardens and seaside in this relaxing area.
Other places like Cairns
- Cairns Esplanade
- Reef Fleet Terminal
- Palm Cove Beach
- Cairns Central Shopping Centre
- Cairns Marlin Marina
- Esplanade Lagoon
- 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
- Crystal Cascades
- Sugarworld Waterpark
- James Cook University
- Muddy's Playground
- Cairns Private Hospital
- Clifton Village Shopping Centre
- Cairns Golf Club
- Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre
- Mount Whitfield Conservation Park
- St Monica's Cathedral
- Vie Spa Palm Cove
- The Cairns Museum
- Paradise Palms Country Club
