Cairns

Travel Guide

A coastal town with dense forest, a mountain, and a large body of water.
A beach with people, palm trees, and a lifeguard flag.
A colorful building with a sign reading "Palace" and various businesses on the ground floor.
A marina with boats docked, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.
A waterfall in a forested area with rocks and a person sitting by the water.

Where to stay in Cairns

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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 Centenary Lakes 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

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
$194 nightly
The price is $213 total per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
$213 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Lovely room and hotel Restaurant now inside hotel and more low key Staff excellent as always"

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn

5 out of 5
68/72 Abbott St Cairns QLD
$199 nightly
The price is $219 total per night from Jul 29 to Jul 30
$219 total
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"We were on 12th floor & the shower was terrible , couldn't regulate the temp , one second scaulding hot next minute freezing cold , so didn't enjoy that at all , but appart from that was great accommodation & fantastic location , would recommend you to all our friends !"

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026

Crystalbrook Flynn
Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
$149 nightly
The price is $164 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$164 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Central location"

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026

Pacific Hotel Cairns
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.
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort

3.5 out of 5
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! (800 reviews)
"Clean cabin, equipped with kitchen which includes microwave, stove, kettle, fridge, sink and utensils/plates etc. Excellent bathroom and toilet inside cabin. Various tropical pools, water slides and splash park available and children’s play equipment and activities eg movie night and weekly pancake ..."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2026

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
Mantra Trilogy

Mantra Trilogy

4 out of 5
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. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,314 reviews)
"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

Mantra Trilogy
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

5 out of 5
1 Veivers Road Palm Cove QLD
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Palm Cove Beach and Vie Spa Palm Cove ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (556 reviews)
"It was very good but the cost for the night was high."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
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.

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