Macalister Range Travel Guide
Cairns
Visit Macalister Range
Stay near popular Macalister Range attractions
Things to do
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
£145
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
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
£102
per traveller
94% of travellers recommend
Ocean Freedom: Great Barrier Reef Stylish Snorkel, Dive Reef Tour
£137
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Macalister Range
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Port Douglas Road Port Douglas QLD
The price is £211 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£211
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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! (1,010 reviews)
"Being a first time to your Resort the Concierge wasn't helpful at all which was really disappointing . Your staff in the resort was amazing as . they helped us direct us and explain everything i cannot fault them at all very good . I went back the next day and the concierge was very helpful wasn't ..."
Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
The price is £113 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
£113
2 Oct - 3 Oct
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"We were given a room for the less able, so huge. Excellent except for the lack of any stand for suitcases."
Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is £100 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
£100
26 Sept - 27 Sept
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,099 reviews)
"hotel rooms were not luxorious but great location and views. only stopped one night"
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026
The Oceanfront Cairns
223-227 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is £90 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
£90
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Marlin Marina are located ...
5.8/10 (77 reviews)
"Prior notification to office staff will make your travel smoother , when arrive after 6pm. Friendly and helpful staff. Ask office staff for any help. Recommended to stay again."
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is £154 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£154
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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! (1,023 reviews)
"After reading sone of the reviews I was a little anxious but the place is great. The staff are very accommodating, breakfast is a treat, and the on site food would put other hotels to shame ( and well priced ). The outside pool is generous with plenty of sun and for those who like to hide, shade ..."
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026
Hilton Cairns
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is £135 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
£135
18 Sept - 19 Sept
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Had an amazing stay! The staff was all so sweet!"
Reviewed on 10 Sept 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 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.
