Brinsmead
Cairns
Popular places to visit
Cairns Esplanade
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
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.
Cairns Marlin Marina
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.
Esplanade Lagoon
Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions.
Cairns Night Markets
After a long day enjoying the beaches, reef and rainforest in and around Cairns, have a nap and then spend a relaxing evening shopping and dining.
Clifton Beach
This quiet beach north of Cairns offers long stretches of white sand and clear water.
Things to do
Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
$170
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
$22
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
$127
per traveler
94% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
$140
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
$26
per adult
Wavedancer Low Isles Cruise on Luxury Sailing Catamaran
$178
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Brinsmead Hotel Deals
Hilton Cairns
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
$125 nightly
The price is $137 total per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
$137 total
Jan 28 - Jan 29
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! (1,003 reviews)
Ritz attended to our concerns promptly. It was wonderful to have a pleasant place to stay. Live music in the Atrium was an enjoyable touch. Thank you again Ritz and team!
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
$138 nightly
The price is $152 total per night from Jan 27 to Jan 28
$152 total
Jan 27 - Jan 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Had a fabulous view from my balcony; fab housekeeping; breakfast was amazingly, fairly central especially to dive/reef boats. Great stay overall.
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
$78 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
$86 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Breakfast was amazing staff very helpful cleaner extremely knowledgeable people every one was amazing
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Crystalbrook Riley
131-141 Esplanade Cairns QLD
$139 nightly
The price is $153 total per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
$153 total
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
Paper Crane was terrific and well run. CC’s was still outstanding how it is run which is very Professional. A huge appreciation to Francisco as he Welcomed both my wife and myself with Great Professionalism. As soon as the bags were out of the Uber he was wheeling them in and then help check us in. ...
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
209-217 Abbott Street Cairns North QLD
$111 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from Jan 13 to Jan 14
$122 total
Jan 13 - Jan 14
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Being a Vegetarian the options were less as I don’t eat egg aswell. Hence the price looks to be high for vegetarian. Since there was limited veg options I had to order outside. Day 1 I got proper plates but day 2 it was reduced to paper plates and wooden cutlery. I felt this was a bit insulting
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Crystalbrook Bailey
163 Abbott Street Cairns QLD
$110 nightly
The price is $121 total per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
$121 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (972 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
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Other neighborhoods around Brinsmead
Whitfield
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Whitfield and surrounding area, you can visit Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Cairns Botanic Gardens.
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.
Aeroglen
If you're spending some time in Aeroglen, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Skydive The Reef Cairns are top sights worth seeing.
Barron
Though Barron might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station.
Manunda
Shopping, gardens, and spas are some highlights of Manunda. You might stop by Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Cairns Performing Arts Centre while you're in the area.
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.
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