Yorkeys Knob Travel Guide
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Yorkeys Knob Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Yorkeys Knob Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Cairns.
Cairns Esplanade
4.5/5(58 reviews)
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour
£78
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef
£97
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise
£52
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
£138
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour
£145
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise
£63
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Yorkeys Knob
Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort
12-14 Deauville Close Yorkeys Knob QLD
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Half Moon Bay Golf Course and Yorkeys Knob Beach ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
Nice apartment, with a clean swimming pool, next to beach. Very helpful hosts Carl and Mandy. We enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is £138 per night from 15 May to 16 May
£138
per night
15 May - 16 May
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! (1,012 reviews)
Everything was great. The staff,room,view,breakfast and the location. The only negative i can think of is they need to upgrade the tv to smart tv.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
The price is £85 per night from 17 May to 18 May
£85
per night
17 May - 18 May
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! (1,006 reviews)
Neerds upgrading
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD
The price is £106 per night from 17 May to 18 May
£106
per night
17 May - 18 May
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! (1,003 reviews)
Clean and great location separated by a small road from the esplanade. Staff was nice. Everything was satisfactory. The rooms are dated and worn out.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is £113 per night from 30 May to 31 May
£113
per night
30 May - 31 May
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! (1,039 reviews)
Cockroach in room
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Hilton Cairns
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is £128 per night from 24 May to 25 May
£128
per night
24 May - 25 May
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! (1,021 reviews)
The breakfast was comprehensive, fresh and delicious and the staff were hospitable, efficient and polite. My room was clean and comfortable plus had a lovely view over the adjacent marina, water and nearby forested hinterland.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
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.
