Cairns Travel Guide
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Where to stay in 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.

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.

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

Parramatta Park
Parramatta Park is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cazaly's Stadium and Barlow Park.

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.

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
"The plumbing needs replacing/updating. Water had no pressure, taps were hard to turned off to prevent dripping and drainage was really slow so we couldn’t have an enjoyable shower…Otherwise it’s a great place to stay especially the location."
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Crystalbrook Flynn
"Modern hotel, well presented with easy access to its own eateries and the many offerings close by. Only downsides were a restricted number of car parks which meant our car was out on the street all night; and the lighting in the room is very subtle with a lack of bright lighting if you are doing ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Pacific Hotel Cairns
"Suggests parking was available at time of booking, but wasn’t. Had to park 500m away and pay for it. Then walk back to hotel in the rain. I was told by reception that all the parks had been fully booked but big sign NEXT TO RECEPTION states that car parks cannot be booked and it’s first in first ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
"Clean cabin, equipped with kitchen which includes microwave, stove, kettle, fridge, sink and utensils/plates etc. Excellent bathroom and toilet inside cabin. Various tropical pools, water slides and splash park available and children’s play equipment and activities eg movie night and weekly pancake ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Mantra Trilogy
"Conviently located to boats going to the reef. Everything in the hotel was clean. Also close to shops, markets, and cafes. A great place to stay."
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
"Love love love this place and hotel. Attached to Nunu which is the restaurant I loved most and the most stunning location overlooking the beautiful ocean and palm trees. A gorgeous nook tucked into the most stunning pocket of Australia"
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026
Things to do

Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise

Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise

Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour

Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest

Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
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