Macalister Range Travel Guide
Cairns
Visit Macalister Range
Stay near popular Macalister Range attractions
Things to do
Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise
£57
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
£18
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise
£64
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Hartley's Crocodile Adventures General Admission
£26
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour
£77
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Macalister Range
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is £124 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
£124
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Hilton Cairns
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is £88 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
£88
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
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 in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Wonderful stay in our King corner room with views over the inlet. Located close to the waterfront dining strip with the lagoon in easy walking distance. Very friendly, happy and helpful staff. Our first visit to Cairns and will definitely be returning again."
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2026
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
The price is £70 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
£70
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is £76 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
£76
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Cairns Plaza Hotel
145 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is £113 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
£113
5 Dec - 6 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"No microwave in basic room"
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Port Douglas Road Port Douglas QLD
The price is £202 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£202
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Port Douglas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 12 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful location. Hotel is very dated and areas are badly needing refurbished. Our room needed a deep clean with dust stick to the walls and pictures. The pool is great and especially for young families. Breakfast was good and can get very busy. shuttle return 36 AUD to the local town which is ..."
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2026
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Where to stay in Macalister Range
Find the best Macalister Range areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Palm Cove
Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Palm Cove Beach and Back Shot Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.
Cairns Central Business District
Cairns Central Business District is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina.
Trinity Beach
Trinity Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.
Cairns North
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Cairns North. A stop by Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Cairns Mudflats might round out your trip.
Clifton Beach
Clifton Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while in the area.
