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 ![Cape York Peninsula](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55349/3bc00b17-d42c-4451-9f44-8d61ec48f448.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cape York Peninsula](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55316/b7c9fe50-735f-4c41-9f67-0e6157a42efd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cape York Peninsula](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635404168639/11c11526-e35d-4a6c-870c-459efb6ce75b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cape York Peninsula](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6354235/bd776f95-ede0-4b7a-951c-e326055a3e12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cape York Peninsula](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635404168639/7562d7ff-cb67-4e48-9afb-fcced02e22c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Cape York Peninsula Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Cape York Peninsula ![Palm Cove](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 Central Business District](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(266 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](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](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](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 $137 nightly $151 total Apr 27 - Apr 28 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! (1,005 reviews) Very nice hotel. Great location, right at the seaside, next to the reef terminal, and close to the night market. Also friendly staff. Had a wonderful stay. Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F27%2F2026&endDate=4%2F28%2F2026&selected=16032&PinnedHotelID=16032&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047637) ![Hilton Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1300/1233/7475abd3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Cairns 34 Esplanade Cairns QLD $112 nightly $123 total Apr 19 - Apr 20 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 ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews) Breakfast was pretty good and hotel was a 4 stars at best Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F19%2F2026&endDate=4%2F20%2F2026&selected=1233&PinnedHotelID=1233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047637) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7600/7566/e33d8543_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns 121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD $96 nightly $105 total Apr 17 - Apr 18 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! (1,000 reviews) Great walking location for restaurants and shopping. Nice quite room. Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F17%2F2026&endDate=4%2F18%2F2026&selected=7566&PinnedHotelID=7566&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047637) [See all 2,150 properties in Cape York Peninsula](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F28%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%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! (1,627 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! (773 reviews) Short visit, arrived late, left early but everything was great. Reviewed on Mar 25, 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 Vie Spa Port Douglas ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,030 reviews) Really lovely place, nice idea with the pool interlocking all the accomodation. One thing, it could do with a bit of a spruce & attention to detail. It’s a bit tired looking. Reviewed on Mar 11, 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. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Esplanade-Cairns-North.d6127785.Vacation-Attraction) ![Macrossan Street](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 Central Shopping Centre](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) ![Cairns Marlin 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) ![Palm Cove Beach](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](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) ## 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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