Stratford Travel Guide
Cairns

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Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Great place for a stay close to everything in Cairns
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026

Hilton Cairns
Absolutely perfect location in very close proximity to the water and my scuba boat in the Marina. I would definitely recommend adding on the breakfast as they had a lot of great options and it was very convenient before going out to explore the city every day. I love having a view of the city, which ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Get the breakfast . It is excellent . Nice hotel in a great spot to get to laces like the marina , aquarium and night market
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Nice poolside staff helpful handy location
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
The were two curtain tracks in the first room we stayed at, but only one fabric curtain. This was not a problem on the first night (although it is nice when curtain tracks overlap so there is not a gap where the curtains meet). On the second night, it was a problem as several very bright bursts of ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Crystalbrook Flynn
Nice luxury feel for a decent price! Area is very walkable & there are PLENTY of eating options near by.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Stratford

Aeroglen
If you're spending some time in Aeroglen, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Skydive The Reef Cairns are top sights worth seeing.

Whitfield
While there might not be top attractions in Whitfield, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Cairns Botanic Gardens.

Barron
Barron might not have many top sights, but Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Edge Hill
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Edge Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Cairns Botanic Gardens or Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.

Machans Beach
Though Machans Beach may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Australian Armour and Artillery Museum.

Holloways Beach
Beaches, restaurants and gardens are just a few things travellers enjoy about Holloways Beach. Check out Yorkeys Knob Beach or Holloways Beach while you're exploring the area.
