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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 Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens or Tanks Arts Centre.
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 Kuranda National Park.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD
$143 nightly
The price is $157 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$157 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Great location, great staff and pretty decent facilities!"
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2026
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
$133 nightly
The price is $148 total per night from Sep 5 to Sep 6
$148 total
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly polite and helpful. Room was great, including super comfy bed. Great location very close to where boats to barrier reef / Fitzroy island etc. leave from."
Reviewed on Aug 8, 2026
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
$202 nightly
The price is $222 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$222 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
"I had a wonderful stay. The food was delicious, beautiful marina view, which made every moment on the balcony more enjoyable. The atmosphere was relaxing, the staff were friendly. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone looking for premium location, great food and stunning waterfront ..."
Reviewed on Aug 5, 2026
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
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! (1,645 reviews)
"Very noisy especially early morning when room cleaning staff started (around 7am). Rooms had shuttered windows (not glass) so no way to keep noise out"
Reviewed on Aug 8, 2026
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! (806 reviews)
"This is our second year in a row at Cairns Coconut Resort. We loved it last year and loved it even more this year. So many things to do just at the resort, to keep the kids busy, from pools, water slides, water parks, bike hire, mini golf, games and our favorite the lagoon, where the kids can swim ..."
Reviewed on Aug 6, 2026
Mantra Trilogy
101 - 105 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free parking, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
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.
Things to do
Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise
$85
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour
$192
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
$136
per traveler
94% of travellers recommend
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
$24
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Rainforestation Nature Park Ticket (BNP)
$49
per adult
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