Title: Buchan Point Travel Guide: Best of Buchan Point, Cairns Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Buchan Point](https://expedia.co.uk/Buchan-Point-Cairns-Hotels.0-n553248635976399903-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Cairns](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Cairns.d553248635404168639.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Cairns](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Cairns.d553248635404168639.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Buchan Point Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Buchan-Point.d553248635976399903.Car-Hire-Guide)[Buchan Point Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Buchan-Point.d553248635976399903.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Buchan Point Travel Guide ## Cairns ![With a balcony boasting 180 degree views up and down the coastline Santai really is a special place to stay. plus - no kids allowed in the complex! So you can sip your poolside cocktails safe in the knowledge that no one is about to jump in and splash you...probably! www.cairnsluxuryapartments.com.au](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125131/f4f00d67-2eff-40c1-bc4b-edeef97658fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![With a balcony boasting 180 degree views up and down the coastline Santai really is a special place to stay. plus - no kids allowed in the complex! So you can sip your poolside cocktails safe in the knowledge that no one is about to jump in and splash you...probably! www.cairnsluxuryapartments.com.au](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125131/f4f00d67-2eff-40c1-bc4b-edeef97658fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Buchan Point Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Cairns travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns.dx553248635404168639) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Cairns Esplanade showing a pool, a luxury hotel or resort and swimming](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127785/4d6928c8-cfa7-41e9-ba62-fe6f27b138d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairns Esplanade 4.5/5(57 reviews) Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Esplanade-Cairns-North.d6127785.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 4/5(37 reviews) During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can do some window-shopping at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Central-Shopping-Centre-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d6127783.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 4.5/5(25 reviews) Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Marlin-Marina-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d553248634340801489.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 4.5/5(39 reviews) 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.co.uk/Palm-Cove-Beach-Palm-Cove.d6061139.Attraction) ![Esplanade Lagoon which includes a hotel and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160844/23460ff6-d7ca-4925-8661-1a4a85bf78bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Esplanade Lagoon 4.5/5(30 reviews) 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.co.uk/Esplanade-Lagoon-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d6160844.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 3/5(1 review) Learn about the events happening in Cairns Convention Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Convention-Centre-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d6061117.Attraction) ### Things to do ![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 £136 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-outer-great-barrier-reef-cruise-snorkeling-tour.a426730.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 £17 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/army-duck-tour-of-the-rainforest.a261247.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 £141 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kuranda-scenic-rail-skyrail-including-gold-class-tickets.a4231150.activity-details) ![Koala](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/734154/9dfb8f91-1cd4-46d0-9b34-4ebfeb64c308.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets £20 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kuranda-koala-gardens-and-birdworld-admission-tickets.a734154.activity-details) ![Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/930546/b22d2fcc-8f6e-4bd5-bc68-fa78756ff068.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns £54 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/fitzroy-island-transfers-and-tours-from-cairns.a930546.activity-details) ![From Port Douglas: Kuranda via Scenic Rail or Skyrail Option](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5089588/a633c890-ae4e-4781-b9dc-bf4a25948cec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Port Douglas: Kuranda via Scenic Rail or Skyrail Option £85 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-port-douglas-kuranda-via-scenic-rail-or-skyrail-option.a5089588.activity-details) [See all activities in Cairns](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Cairns.d553248635404168639.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Buchan Point ![DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7600/7566/9a3464c6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns 121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD £92 2 Mar - 3 Mar includes taxes & fees 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 clean rooms ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews) The room was extremely clean and fresh. The staff were exceptionally helpful and pleasant. The buffet breakfast offered me what I needed with vegan, gluten-free options and the food was thoroughly delightful. I highly recommend this hotel for your Cairns stays. Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=7566&PinnedHotelID=7566&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976399903) ![Cairns Colonial Club Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/84300/84257/f46c662b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cairns Colonial Club Resort 18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD £63 17 Feb - 18 Feb 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. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews) Great room and amenities Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F02%2F2026&endDate=18%2F02%2F2026&selected=84257&PinnedHotelID=84257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976399903) ![Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16100/16032/d15de08f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD £116 26 Feb - 27 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews) Service n big room Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F02%2F2026&endDate=27%2F02%2F2026&selected=16032&PinnedHotelID=16032&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976399903) ![Hilton Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1300/1233/5c3e5487_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Cairns 34 Esplanade Cairns QLD £101 3 Mar - 4 Mar 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! (1,009 reviews) Room was clean, a little annoying the pool was out of commission. Although alternative was offered. Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F03%2F2026&endDate=04%2F03%2F2026&selected=1233&PinnedHotelID=1233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976399903) ![Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/84300/84251/c287dbed_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort 122 Lake St Cairns QLD £97 2 Mar - 3 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (872 reviews) Very nicely run Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=84251&PinnedHotelID=84251&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976399903) ![Crystalbrook Riley](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22630000/22629700/22629613/ec509db7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Crystalbrook Riley 131-141 Esplanade Cairns QLD £128 25 Feb - 26 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews) Very clean room, very friendly and helpful staff, everything surpassed our expectations of a resort hotel. This was our first stay in a Crystalbrook hotel. Would book again Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=22629613&PinnedHotelID=22629613&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976399903) [See all 1,375 properties in Buchan Point](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635976399903) 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 Buchan Point hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976399903&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11)[10 Feb - 11 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976399903&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976399903&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12)[11 Feb - 12 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976399903&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976399903&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976399903&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976399903&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976399903&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Buchan Point ![Palm Cove showing a beach, a garden and tropical scenes](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 with sights like Palm Cove Beach and Vie Spa Palm Cove, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Palm-Cove.dx177486) ![With a balcony boasting 180 degree views up and down the coastline Santai really is a special place to stay. plus - no kids allowed in the complex! So you can sip your poolside cocktails safe in the knowledge that no one is about to jump in and splash you...probably! www.cairnsluxuryapartments.com.au](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125131/f4f00d67-2eff-40c1-bc4b-edeef97658fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ellis Beach Ellis Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Macalister Range National Park and Wet Tropics of Queensland. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Ellis-Beach.dx6125131) ![Clifton Beach which includes mountains, a luxury hotel or resort and golf](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6220518/5f39ed89-f2f2-4c33-b229-a5d3daf6e27a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Clifton Beach Clifton Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Clifton Village Shopping Centre and Clifton Beach while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Clifton-Beach.dx177548) ![Kewarra Beach. The best of Cairns' northern beaches. Stunning.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047616/43214c39-e67b-449c-9a86-797396c71d3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kewarra Beach Unique features of Kewarra Beach include the beaches and golf courses. Make a stop by Kewarra Beach or Kuranda National Park while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Kewarra-Beach.dx6047616) ![Trinity Beach showing tropical scenes, a sandy beach and surfing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/12091/18cfccf6-39c1-49ec-9bce-15a058949af1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Trinity-Beach.dx12091) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Trinity Park If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Trinity Park and surrounding area, you can visit Half Moon Bay Golf Course and Moon River Beach. 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