Tropical North Waterfront
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Visit Tropical North Waterfront

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
"Excellent range across the breakfast buffet. and a great view across the park/esplanade & boat harbour. All in all, a very enjoyable stay. Thank you to all the very competent staff."
Reviewed on May 25, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
"Great stay in a fabulous hotel. Well located for everything and the pool side bar was very relaxing way to finish the day with clients."
Reviewed on May 24, 2026

Hilton Cairns
"Great view with a waterfront balcony. Front desk crew were “ok”. The dining room staff were great. Breakfast buffet included a self-serve juicer which included beets, apples, carrots & more for fresh juice. Loved that - we don’t usually find that at most hotels. Location is great - just around the ..."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026

Mantra Trilogy

Jack & Newell Holiday Apartments
"We had a truly wonderful stay at this hotel in Cairns and couldn’t be happier with our experience. The location is absolutely perfect—right in the heart of Cairns, yet still peaceful and quiet. Everything you need is within easy walking distance: the beach, restaurants, cafés, and shops are all just ..."
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

Escape On Lake
"Great location, so close to everything."
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
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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.

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.

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.

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.

Cairns Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening at Cairns Convention Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.
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

Half Day Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Tour

Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets
- Reef Fleet Terminal
- Esplanade Lagoon
- Cairns Marlin Marina
- Cairns Convention Centre
- Cairns Night Markets
- Cairns Regional Gallery
- Reef Teach
- The Cultural Place
- Bulmba-ja Arts Centre
- Cairns Esplanade
- Palm Cove Beach
- Cairns Base Hospital
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station
- Yorkeys Knob Beach
- Smithfield Shopping Centre
- Clifton Beach
- Australian Armour and Artillery Museum
- Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
- Kuranda Koala Gardens
- Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets
- Fitzroy Island National Park


