Title: Visit Tropical North Waterfront: 2026 Travel Guide for Tropical North Waterfront, Cairns | Expedia.com [Hotels in Tropical North Waterfront](https://expedia.com/Tropical-North-Waterfront-Hotels.d553248635975861038.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Tropical North Waterfront](https://expedia.com/Tropical-North-Waterfront-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635975861038.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Car Rentals in Tropical North Waterfront](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Tropical-North-Waterfront.d553248635975861038.Car-Rental-Guide)[Tropical North Waterfront Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Tropical-North-Waterfront.d553248635975861038.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Tropical North Waterfront ## Travel Guide ![The lagoon in Cairns in awesome!! Free to swim, lounge, nice view of the ocean... cute shops around... o and free wifi! Great way to spend a relaxing day. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635404168639/44c7b67c-5e8e-4d6b-873d-7e7060d58f94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Book a harbour view apartment with Cairns Luxury Apartments and you'll be able to see your reef boat from your bedroom! You can't get more centrally located than this. www.cairnsluxuryapartments.com.au](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635404168639/87167178-da29-4cd1-9c54-b63c3389844d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The beaches around Cairns might not be the best, but a short boat ride out to sea and you could be relaxing in the crystal clear waters of Michaelmas Cay. Bliss! #waterlust #colorful www.cheskiesgaplife.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635404168639/1a4d9574-c1a4-4bf1-af52-5dfe11ce5c2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Want to spot a turtle? A trip to Green Island will pretty much guarantee you a sighting! Just don't expect the best coral for snorkelling, but that's a trade off if you can bag a selfie like this... #waterlust www.cheskiesgaplife.com #colorful](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55316/93b8dee7-c6b8-42d3-a4bb-9a5427886bc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Not got a waterproof camera to record your reef memories with? Do NOT buy a disposable one, it's expensive and your photos will not come out well. Instead pay $49 and hire a Canon G16 from Wetrez. You'll be able to take hundreds of high quality shots and at the end of the day get to keep the 4gb memory card containing your pictures. Way better! #waterlust www.cheskiesgaplife.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635404168639/ef0da775-0312-48ec-b287-a8fea3e26537.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Tropical North Waterfront Things to do - Tropical North Waterfront Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Tropical North Waterfront ![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 $128 nightly $141 total Mar 31 - Apr 1 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! (1,011 reviews) Best holiday experience I’ve had! Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F31%2F2026&endDate=4%2F1%2F2026&selected=16032&PinnedHotelID=16032&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975861038) ![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 $113 nightly $125 total Mar 25 - Mar 26 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) Comfortable clean room Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F25%2F2026&endDate=3%2F26%2F2026&selected=1233&PinnedHotelID=1233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975861038) ![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 $97 nightly $107 total Mar 25 - Mar 26 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 ... [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F25%2F2026&endDate=3%2F26%2F2026&selected=7566&PinnedHotelID=7566&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975861038) [See all 1,345 properties in Tropical North Waterfront](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F17%2F2026&endDate=3%2F18%2F2026®ionId=553248635975861038) 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. ![Mantra Trilogy](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1135700/1135630/d74b08e0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 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. ... 7.4/10 Good! (1,301 reviews) Room was tired and needs a refresh. Bed was uncomfortable. It was noisy through the night with sound of doors opening. Stayed 7 days and no servicing for the whole time. Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Hotels-Mantra-Trilogy.h1135630.Hotel-Information) ![Vision Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4030000/4025900/4025851/dc4a53ea_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Vision Apartments 125-129 The Esplanade Cairns QLD Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (436 reviews) I've lived in Australia for ten years, and this is my fourth holiday in Cairns. I usually stay in the suburbs, but this time I specifically chose this five-star serviced apartment in the city center. The apartment's facilities and location are excellent. However, I find it hard to understand: I booked ... Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Hotels-Vision-Apartments.h4025851.Hotel-Information) ![Mid City Luxury Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3640000/3634400/3634356/114738e5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mid City Luxury Suites 6 McLeod Street Cairns QLD Stay at this aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a casino. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal are located ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (199 reviews) The location was great - across from a mall to get anything you could want including groceries. It was walking distance to the esplanade pool, ocean pier, night market, etc. The hotel pool was refreshing after a day of activities, and the kitchen with a full sized fridge was wonderful. Having a washer ... Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Hotels-Mid-City-Luxury-Suites.h3634356.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Tropical North Waterfront](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635975861038&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. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Tropical North Waterfront hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975861038&startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17)[Mar 16 - Mar 17](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975861038&startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975861038&startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18)[Mar 17 - Mar 18](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975861038&startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975861038&startDate=3%2F20%2F2026&endDate=3%2F22%2F2026)[Mar 20 - Mar 22](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975861038&startDate=3%2F20%2F2026&endDate=3%2F22%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975861038&startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026)[Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975861038&startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Cairns Esplanade which includes a pool, swimming and a luxury hotel or resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127785/4d6928c8-cfa7-41e9-ba62-fe6f27b138d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairns Esplanade Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea. [](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Esplanade-Cairns-North.d6127785.Vacation-Attraction) ![Palm Cove Beach featuring a beach, tropical scenes and general coastal views](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) ![Cairns Marlin Marina which includes sailing, mountains and a 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) ![One of best things to do in Cairns is ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway. It's a 90 minute journey that takes you down the mountain to Cairns passing waterfalls, scenic lookouts and over old bridges. Catch the Skyrail up the mountain from Cairns and then catch the train back down. Or, vice versa.](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) ![Esplanade Lagoon featuring a coastal town and a hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160844/23460ff6-d7ca-4925-8661-1a4a85bf78bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Esplanade-Lagoon-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d6160844.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cairns Convention Centre, Queensland: Aerial Photo of Iconic Architecture, Urban Landscape, Waterfront, and City Infrastructure in Tropical North Queensland, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061117/6e2bca82-0c8b-4512-bd5f-afa4b0717cff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Convention-Centre-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d6061117.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Great Barrier Reef Snorkel and Dive Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/730507/9c7f5dd8-7dfa-4f9f-803c-990da2ec98d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise $178 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/ocean-freedom-great-barrier-reef-luxury-snorkel-and-dive-cruise.a730507.activity-details) ![relaxing at the deck of a ship in Australia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/426730/0ffdabbf-a06e-4503-8177-bf31dfb56b12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour $187 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-outer-great-barrier-reef-cruise-snorkeling-tour.a426730.activity-details) ![Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/809210/bcf9d7af-3723-4dfe-a966-f01769cd106f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise $133 per traveler **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/quicksilver-great-barrier-reef-agincourt-reef-cruise.a809210.activity-details) ![Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4231150/655d9bd4-21f4-4c26-b55c-5a7743b2f710.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets $195 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/kuranda-scenic-rail-skyrail-including-gold-class-tickets.a4231150.activity-details) ![Pure Snorkelling has 15 exclusive snorkel locations of off Cairns across 8 different reefs! The most of any snorkel boat in the region. ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49554426/edc50c30-5586-4ab4-8ec3-0fd487a90e65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Half Day Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Tour $141 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/half-day-great-barrier-reef-snorkeling-tour.a49554426.activity-details) ![passengers aboard amphibious DUKW drive through jungles in Cairns](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/261247/5dd84a4d-bfd7-40ea-bf01-7abdfd1391ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest $23 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/army-duck-tour-of-the-rainforest.a261247.activity-details) [See all activities in Tropical North Waterfront](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Tropical-North-Waterfront.d553248635975861038.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Tropical North Waterfront ![If you're looking for an inexpensive but lovely way to spend an evening then hop on a sunset cruise with Cairns Harbour Cruises. At only $44 it's worth it to see the sun setting behind the mountains. #goldenhour www.cheskiesgaplife.com/a-delightful-evening-the-cairns-sunset-cruise](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635404168639/b2befd72-0565-4d83-b721-253378b1e38c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Portsmith - Cities near Tropical North Waterfront - Places of interest [Portsmith](https://expedia.com/Portsmith.dx6268308)[Cairns](https://expedia.com/Cairns.dx553248635404168639) - [Reef Fleet Terminal ](https://expedia.com/Reef-Fleet-Terminal-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d6164815.Vacation-Attraction) - [Cairns Marlin Marina ](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Marlin-Marina-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d553248634340801489.Vacation-Attraction) - [Esplanade Lagoon ](https://expedia.com/Esplanade-Lagoon-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d6160844.Vacation-Attraction) - [Cairns Convention Centre ](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Convention-Centre-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d6061117.Vacation-Attraction) - [Cairns Night Markets ](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Night-Markets-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d553248621526972740.Vacation-Attraction) - [Bulmba-ja Arts Centre ](https://expedia.com/Bulmba-Ja-Arts-Centre-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d6209764.Vacation-Attraction) - [Cairns Regional Gallery ](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Regional-Gallery-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d500835.Vacation-Attraction) - [The Cultural Place ](https://expedia.com/The-Cultural-Place-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d553248621552334735.Vacation-Attraction) - [Reef Teach ](https://expedia.com/Reef-Teach-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d6061141.Vacation-Attraction) - [Cairns Esplanade ](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Esplanade-Cairns-North.d6127785.Vacation-Attraction) - [Palm Cove Beach ](https://expedia.com/Palm-Cove-Beach-Palm-Cove.d6061139.Vacation-Attraction) - [Cairns Base Hospital ](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Base-Hospital-Cairns-North.d6209762.Vacation-Attraction) - [Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station ](https://expedia.com/Skyrail-Rainforest-Cableway-Station-Smithfield.d6061143.Vacation-Attraction) - [Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland ](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Esplanade-Charles-Street-Parkland-Cairns-North.d553248621560556794.Vacation-Attraction) - [Clifton Beach ](https://expedia.com/Clifton-Beach-Clifton-Beach.d6220518.Vacation-Attraction) - [Smithfield Shopping Centre ](https://expedia.com/Smithfield-Shopping-Centre-Smithfield.d553248634006170517.Vacation-Attraction) - [Australian Armour and Artillery Museum ](https://expedia.com/Australian-Armour-And-Artillery-Museum-Smithfield.d553248621562249714.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets ](https://expedia.com/Kuranda-Original-Rainforest-Markets-Kuranda.d553248621526967733.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kuranda Koala Gardens ](https://expedia.com/Kuranda-Koala-Gardens-Kuranda.d6061135.Vacation-Attraction) - [Yorkeys Knob Beach ](https://expedia.com/Yorkeys-Knob-Beach-Yorkeys-Knob.d6312815.Vacation-Attraction) - [Crystal Cascades ](https://expedia.com/Crystal-Cascades-Redlynch.d500836.Vacation-Attraction) - [Rainforestation Nature Park ](https://expedia.com/Rainforestation-Nature-Park-Kuranda.d553248621562249716.Vacation-Attraction) - [Fitzroy Island National Park ](https://expedia.com/Fitzroy-Island-National-Park-Fitzroy-Island.d6351715.Vacation-Attraction) ![](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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