Macalister Range Travel Guide
Cairns
Visit Macalister Range
Stay near popular Macalister Range attractions
Things to do
Ocean Freedom: Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
£136
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise
£64
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour
£143
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour
£77
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
£18
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
£22
per adult
Top hotels in Macalister Range
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Port Douglas Road Port Douglas QLD
The price is £290 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
£290
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Great resort, great location, and really friendly staff. The only thing we found, were the rooms and some general areas were unkept and not cleaned well. Other than that, it’s a great place!"
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
Hilton Cairns
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is £182 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
£182
21 Jul - 22 Jul
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! (1,005 reviews)
"The breakfast was nice, the staff was friendly, the location was nice with nice views of Chinaman Creek. The property was a bit dated. For the price and value- was good"
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is £174 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£174
19 Jul - 20 Jul
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Great location! within easy access to the esplanade, the night market and the city centre."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026
Crystalbrook Flynn
68/72 Abbott St Cairns QLD
The price is £179 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
£179
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,014 reviews)
"Everything was fabulous. The only feedback we would have is that we thought the room service plates should be covered. We were in a lift full of people and there was a plate of uncovered food in there. We had a fabulous stay, the room was amazing and staff wonderful. Would defo stay again !!"
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
The price is £114 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£114
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,010 reviews)
"Easy stay, convenient location for taking tours. Amenities in rooms on 10th floor were much better than 9th floor. Would recommend the hotel."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is £147 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
£147
18 Jul - 19 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,061 reviews)
"Staff was super friendly and helpful. Property was well maintained and beautiful. Location was amazing and accommodating, 10 minute walk on the Esplanade to the night market, marina, lagoon, restaurants, and local shops. Overall amazing experience! Great food, atmosphere and excellent for kids!"
Reviewed on 10 Jul 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 Vie Spa Palm Cove, 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 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 North Beach 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.
