Title: Visit Cape York Peninsula: Best of Cape York Peninsula Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in Cape York Peninsula](https://expedia.com/Cape-York-Peninsula-Hotels.d6047637.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Cape York Peninsula](https://expedia.com/Cape-York-Peninsula-Vacation-Rentals.d6047637.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Cape York Peninsula](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Cape-York-Peninsula.d6047637.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Cape York Peninsula](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Cape-York-Peninsula.d6047637.Car-Rental-Guide)[Cape York Peninsula Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Cape-York-Peninsula.d6047637.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Cape York Peninsula ## Travel Guide ![A lot of rain isn't always a bad thing in Cairns - it means our waterfalls look like this! With an added benefit of less crowds a visit during the 'big wet' has it's advantages! #waterlust www.cheskiesgaplife.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55349/3bc00b17-d42c-4451-9f44-8d61ec48f448.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A lot of rain isn't always a bad thing in Cairns - it means our waterfalls look like this! With an added benefit of less crowds a visit during the 'big wet' has it's advantages! #waterlust www.cheskiesgaplife.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55349/3bc00b17-d42c-4451-9f44-8d61ec48f448.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![When in Australia, you will have to go and pay a visit to the Great Barrier Reef. Even just with snorkelling, there is a whole new magical world to explore. Like this turtle who swam with us for a good half an hour! Remember when travelling (and also at home) leave only footprints, only take photographs. #Aquatrove](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55316/b7c9fe50-735f-4c41-9f67-0e6157a42efd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![One of the best ways to experience a place is from the skies. If you feel like splurging, a helicopter flight over Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef is a must-do when visiting Tropical North Queensland in Australia. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635404168639/11c11526-e35d-4a6c-870c-459efb6ce75b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Mossman River is a beautiful part of the Daintree Rainforest in Tropical North Queensland - you can do a guided SUP tour down the river with Windswell Port Douglas, the best way to experience the rainforest and river, with lots of swimming holes and tree swings along the way.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6354235/bd776f95-ede0-4b7a-951c-e326055a3e12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Cape York Peninsula Where to stay Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_6047637) ### Where to stay in Cape York Peninsula ![Palm Cove showing a beach, a garden and tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177486/e8103af6-5bdb-41dd-9b23-8b45673a5ba4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Palm-Cove.dx177486) ![Cairns which includes a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634340801489/716fe001-2c59-4ffe-bc83-f653f7609941.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cairns Central Business District 4.5/5(264 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Cairns-Central-Business-District.dx6268031) ![Trinity Beach showing landscape views, tropical scenes and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/12091/18cfccf6-39c1-49ec-9bce-15a058949af1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Trinity-Beach.dx12091) ![The Cairns Lagoon at sunrise in Tropical North Queensland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131529/180ef19c-8f96-4116-a1dd-83cce1df4d64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Cairns-North.dx6131529) ![Yorkeys Knob showing tranquil scenes and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047619/68758683-7101-43f8-bc20-58667e10ae8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Yorkeys-Knob.dx6047619) ![Clifton Beach featuring mountains, a luxury hotel or resort and golf](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6220518/5f39ed89-f2f2-4c33-b229-a5d3daf6e27a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Clifton-Beach.dx177548) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Cape-York-Peninsula.dx6047637.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neighborhoods) - Cape York Peninsula Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Cape York Peninsula ![Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16100/16032/c088688e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD $143 nightly $158 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews) Very good location and the horizon lounge a must Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F29%2F2026&endDate=3%2F30%2F2026&selected=16032&PinnedHotelID=16032&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047637) ![Hilton Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1300/1233/5c3e5487_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Cairns 34 Esplanade Cairns QLD $125 nightly $137 total Mar 18 - Mar 19 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews) Nice service Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F18%2F2026&endDate=3%2F19%2F2026&selected=1233&PinnedHotelID=1233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047637) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7600/7566/9a3464c6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns 121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD $98 nightly $108 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) The room does not have a toaster, microwave or a sink. They do not even provide drinking water in a jug. They wanted me to bring my food down to reception/lobby and they will not allow me to use their microwave but heat my food without washing hands. Absolutely unacceptable to me as a doctor. Use ... Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F15%2F2026&endDate=3%2F16%2F2026&selected=7566&PinnedHotelID=7566&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047637) [See all 2,157 properties in Cape York Peninsula](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F8%2F2026&endDate=3%2F9%2F2026®ionId=6047637) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Southern Cross Atrium Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1119300/1119287/a2480dd6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Southern Cross Atrium Apartments 3-11 Water Street Cairns QLD Stay at this aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,626 reviews) The apartment has no elevator. We stayed at 3rd floor and was hard to carry heavy luggage to it. The AC is not cool at all. I don't recommend the 3rd floor living especially during the hot summer due to AC inefficiency. Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Hotels-Southern-Cross-Atrium-Apartments.h1119287.Hotel-Information) ![Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9730000/9721000/9720960/32de99dc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort 23-51 Anderson Road Woree QLD Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (766 reviews) Great place for kids to make new friends & parents to relax. Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Coconut-Holiday-Resort.h9720960.Hotel-Information) ![Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1772700/1772601/d1458bc2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa Mitre Street Craiglie QLD Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Craiglie. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Four Mile Beach and ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,028 reviews) was very unhighgenic Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Port-Douglas-Hotels-Pullman-Port-Douglas-Sea-Temple-Resort-And-Spa.h1772601.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Cape York Peninsula](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6047637&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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[](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Esplanade-Cairns-North.d6127785.Vacation-Attraction) ![Palm Cove Beach featuring a beach, tropical scenes and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061139/574cc203-78ff-4692-8a72-d7f7b2caeb98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Palm Cove Beach Located in between the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, this palm tree-lined beach is an idyllic spot to take it easy or begin an adventure. [](https://expedia.com/Palm-Cove-Beach-Palm-Cove.d6061139.Vacation-Attraction) ![Four Mile Beach featuring a sandy beach and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047615/67dfb39c-7b78-4624-9757-e849703f6d2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Four Mile Beach One of the most-photographed stretches of beach in Australia has pristine white sands, waving palm trees, clear blue water and spectacular views across the ocean. [](https://expedia.com/Four-Mile-Beach-Port-Douglas.d6047615.Vacation-Attraction) ![One of best things to do in Cairns is ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway. It's a 90 minute journey that takes you down the mountain to Cairns passing waterfalls, scenic lookouts and over old bridges. Catch the Skyrail up the mountain from Cairns and then catch the train back down. Or, vice versa.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635404168639/326c5b35-009e-425f-a91d-03f0ccba2866.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Central-Shopping-Centre-Cairns.d6127783.Vacation-Attraction) ![Take a wide angle lens if you're heading out to the Barrier Reef- the skies are amazing!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131595/889a7b40-4935-483a-a3b3-c7932151eba3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Macrossan Street During your visit to Port Douglas, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Macrossan Street. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.com/Macrossan-Street-Port-Douglas.d6210818.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cairns Marlin Marina which includes sailing, mountains and a marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634340801489/f40dd38e-4c9a-458d-b599-d7304acca1e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairns Marlin Marina Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay. [](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Marlin-Marina-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d553248634340801489.Vacation-Attraction) ## Cities near Cape York Peninsula ![Seisia Jetty Cape York sunset a](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/270/07bdeedb-c63d-4921-8277-8b83adf224af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bamaga ![Black Mountain, Kalkajaka National Park near Cooktown](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/929/3bb1c428-b3f5-453f-84b2-21676e83feaa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cooktown ![Thursday Island, Australia - February 20, 2019: Pre-sunrise shot over Torres Strait Islands Archipelago shows dark blue clouds in yellow and red light hanging over black island hills in very dark blue](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1463/8f1f295c-59a4-444e-9b3b-800938b111a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Horn Island ![Panoramic view of the port and dock of Thursday Island in the Torres Strait at the most northern part of Australia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3444/86082ff2-2d70-4fb0-a5c8-f26c4ac9bb41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Thursday Island - Cities near Cape York Peninsula [Bamaga](https://expedia.com/Bamaga.dx270)[Cooktown](https://expedia.com/Cooktown.dx929)[Pormpuraaw](https://expedia.com/Pormpuraaw.dx1102)[Horn Island](https://expedia.com/Horn-Island.dx1463)[Kowanyama](https://expedia.com/Kowanyama.dx1973)[Thursday Island](https://expedia.com/Thursday-Island.dx3444)[Aurukun](https://expedia.com/Aurukun.dx6185)[Coen](https://expedia.com/Coen.dx6697)[Lockhart River](https://expedia.com/Lockhart-River.dx7917)[Mareeba](https://expedia.com/Mareeba.dx8811)[Rutland Plains](https://expedia.com/Rutland-Plains.dx9725)[Green Island](https://expedia.com/Green-Island.dx55316)[Kuranda](https://expedia.com/Kuranda.dx55349)[Yarrabah](https://expedia.com/Yarrabah.dx180144)[Daintree](https://expedia.com/Daintree.dx181096)[Mossman](https://expedia.com/Mossman.dx181629)[Oak Beach](https://expedia.com/Oak-Beach.dx6047617)[Cape Tribulation](https://expedia.com/Cape-Tribulation.dx6047726)[Wrotham](https://expedia.com/Wrotham.dx6053409)[Lizard Island](https://expedia.com/Lizard-Island.dx6069833)[Bentley Park](https://expedia.com/Bentley-Park.dx6131528)[Lower Daintree](https://expedia.com/Lower-Daintree.dx6131571)[Diwan](https://expedia.com/Diwan.dx6131572)[Degarra](https://expedia.com/Degarra.dx6131579)[Cassowary](https://expedia.com/Cassowary.dx6131581) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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