Title: Macalister Range Travel Guide: Best of Macalister Range, Cairns Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Macalister Range](https://expedia.co.uk/Macalister-Range-Cairns-Hotels.0-n553248634382471840-0.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)[Macalister Range Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Macalister-Range.d553248634382471840.Car-Hire-Guide)[Macalister Range Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Macalister-Range.d553248634382471840.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Macalister Range Travel Guide ## Cairns ![This is where I grew up but I was back recently for a family wedding- it has grown beyond recognition. When I was a child it was the end of the train line with no stop lights, one lane in and out of town. Now it's a massive tourist hub. This picture is taken from the Skyrail, an absolute must do if you are there. It goes up to Kuranda, an artsy town in the rainforest. You can also get there by the train, which is great to - or go up one way down the other. This is a view out over Trinity Bay so called because Captain Cook sailed past on Trinity Sunday. Cairns is over the hill in the distance. #green #tropics #queensland #australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634382471840/59afadd4-5177-4f38-bbe2-b413e319866b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This is where I grew up but I was back recently for a family wedding- it has grown beyond recognition. When I was a child it was the end of the train line with no stop lights, one lane in and out of town. Now it's a massive tourist hub. This picture is taken from the Skyrail, an absolute must do if you are there. It goes up to Kuranda, an artsy town in the rainforest. You can also get there by the train, which is great to - or go up one way down the other. This is a view out over Trinity Bay so called because Captain Cook sailed past on Trinity Sunday. Cairns is over the hill in the distance. #green #tropics #queensland #australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634382471840/59afadd4-5177-4f38-bbe2-b413e319866b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Macalister Range Hotels Where to stay [Cairns travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns.dx553248635404168639) --- --- ## Top hotels in Macalister Range ![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 £120 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews) No not worth it Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=16032&PinnedHotelID=16032&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382471840) ![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 £91 31 Mar - 1 Apr 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 ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews) Ocean harbor views were fantastic Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=1233&PinnedHotelID=1233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382471840) ![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 Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £81 27 Mar - 28 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 ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) I absolutely loved my stay here! The staff were so helpful, my room was super clean and spacious and the location was perfect! 10/10 Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=28%2F03%2F2026&selected=7566&PinnedHotelID=7566&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382471840) ![Cairns Colonial Club Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/84300/84257/5fdef7e5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cairns Colonial Club Resort 18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD £70 1 Apr - 2 Apr 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! (1,007 reviews) Room very small, hotel very busy, there was no where to sit out and have a glass of wine, poolside cafe only. Our room was very small and sheets stained badly. Would have been ok for one night but I was sad I had to spend 3 days there. Travelling so seeing many hotels Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=84257&PinnedHotelID=84257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382471840) ![Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/528700/528639/a204e967_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns 209-217 Abbott Street Cairns North QLD £78 22 Mar - 23 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews) Great staff. Great restaurant. Ocean views Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F03%2F2026&endDate=23%2F03%2F2026&selected=528639&PinnedHotelID=528639&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382471840) ![Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/84300/84251/ef12da67_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort 122 Lake St Cairns QLD £109 13 Apr - 14 Apr 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! (884 reviews) Great staff, location, food. Expedia has this classified as a three star hitel; WAY BETTER!!! We are staying in three star hotels throughout Australia and this one puts them all to shame. Way to go Novotel Cairns!!!! 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX-NH_SPRING_PROMO_553248634382471840) ## Check Macalister Range hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634382471840&startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-14)[13 Mar - 14 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634382471840&startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-14) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634382471840&startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15)[14 Mar - 15 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634382471840&startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634382471840&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026)[13 Mar - 15 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634382471840&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Macalister Range ![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 Beach and Palm Cove 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) ![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) ![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) ![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 Wet Tropics of Queensland and Macalister Range National Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Ellis-Beach.dx6125131) ![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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