Cairns
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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 Cairns 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
"The plumbing needs replacing/updating. Water had no pressure, taps were hard to turned off to prevent dripping and drainage was really slow so we couldn’t have an enjoyable shower…Otherwise it’s a great place to stay especially the location."
Reviewed on Jul 1, 2026

Crystalbrook Flynn
"Nice location, Staff and Quality staff"
Reviewed on Jun 26, 2026

Pacific Hotel Cairns
"Very good location and helpful staff nice to stay in."
Reviewed on Jun 30, 2026

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
"A fantastic place to stay as a family, very happy with everything, however be aware that if you want friends to visit while you are at the resort they will have to pay an entry fee. We were there for 5 nights including the first weekend of school.holidays and it wasn't overcrowded. We'd definitely ..."
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026

Mantra Trilogy
"Conviently located to boats going to the reef. Everything in the hotel was clean. Also close to shops, markets, and cafes. A great place to stay."
Reviewed on Jun 30, 2026

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
"Love love love this place and hotel. Attached to Nunu which is the restaurant I loved most and the most stunning location overlooking the beautiful ocean and palm trees. A gorgeous nook tucked into the most stunning pocket of Australia"
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026
Things to do

Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise

Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise

Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Rainforestation Nature Park & Kuranda Scenic Railway Tour (R1BT)

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
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