Title: Cape York Peninsula Travel Guide: Best of Cape York Peninsula, Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk

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# Cape York Peninsula Travel Guide

## Tourist Guide

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## Visit Cape York Peninsula

Where to stay

Things to do

### Where to stay in Cape York Peninsula

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### 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. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Palm-Cove.dx177486)

![Cairns which includes a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/40000/40310-Marlin-Marina.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Cairns Central Business District

4.5/5(69 area reviews)

 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. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Cairns-Central-Business-District.dx6268031)

![Trinity Beach showing tropical scenes, a sandy beach and surfing](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/40000/40297-Trinity-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### 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. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Trinity-Beach.dx12091)

![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/512000/512945-yorkeys-knob.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Yorkeys Knob

 Yorkeys Knob is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Half Moon Bay Golf Course. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Yorkeys-Knob.dx6047619)

![Cairns Esplanade featuring a luxury hotel or resort, swimming and a pool](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/29000/29324-Cairns-Esplanade.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Cairns North

 Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Cairns North. Make a stop by top sights like Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're exploring the area. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Cairns-North.dx6131529)

![Clifton Beach which includes mountains, a luxury hotel or resort and golf](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35663-Clifton-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Clifton Beach

 Clifton Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Clifton Village Shopping Centre and Clifton Beach while in the area. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Clifton-Beach.dx177548)

- Top hotels in Cape York Peninsula
- Top Holiday Rentals in Cape York Peninsula

![Hilton Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1300/1233/5c3e5487_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hilton Cairns

34 Esplanade Cairns QLD

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

£93

5 Feb - 6 Feb

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! (1,009 reviews)

Room was clean and reasonably up to date. Staff were courteous. 30 dollars per night parking for guests seems unreasonable.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

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![Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16100/16032/d15de08f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD

£113

30 Jan - 31 Jan

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)

Had a fabulous view from my balcony; fab housekeeping; breakfast was amazingly, fairly central especially to dive/reef boats. Great stay overall.

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

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![Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8065/71185deb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

Port Douglas Road Port Douglas QLD

£194

27 Jan - 28 Jan

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this beach 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. ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)

Great resort with huge amount of pools to choose from . Great buffet breakfast daily , and helpful staff. My only suggestion is they install dryers in all rooms or a self service laundry for guests to wash and dry clothes and swim wear since most rooms have no balcony in order to air any washed items ...

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

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Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

3-11 Water Street Cairns QLD

Stay at this aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,601 reviews)

Very Good

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Southern-Cross-Atrium-Apartments.h1119287.Hotel-Information)

![Drift Palm Cove](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1665300/1665283/3e86b167_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Drift Palm Cove

Cnr Veivers Rd Williams Esp Palm Cove QLD

Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (856 reviews)

The room could have been cleaner on arrival, however overall we were happy with our stay.

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Drift-Palm-Cove.h1665283.Hotel-Information)

![Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1772700/1772601/9fb1624c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Mitre Street Craiglie QLD

Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Craiglie. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Vie Spa Port Douglas and Four ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,020 reviews)

Everything was awesome thank you A+A+A+

Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Port-Douglas-Hotels-Pullman-Port-Douglas-Sea-Temple-Resort-And-Spa.h1772601.Hotel-Information)

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### Popular places to visit

![Cairns Esplanade showing a pool, a luxury hotel or resort and swimming](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/29000/29323-Cairns-Esplanade.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Cairns Esplanade

Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Esplanade-Cairns-North.d6127785.Attraction)

![Four Mile Beach which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/60000/60836-Four-Miles-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Four Mile Beach

One of the most-photographed stretches of beach in Australia has pristine white sands, waving palm trees, clear blue water and spectacular views across the ocean.

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Four-Mile-Beach-Port-Douglas.d6047615.Attraction)

![Port Douglas which includes general coastal views, a sunset and tropical scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/29000/29562-Port-Douglas.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Macrossan Street

During your visit to Port Douglas, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Macrossan Street. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Macrossan-Street-Port-Douglas.d6210818.Attraction)

![Palm Cove Beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/495000/495146-palm-cove-beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Palm Cove Beach

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.

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Palm-Cove-Beach-Palm-Cove.d6061139.Attraction)

![Cairns Marlin Marina](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/40000/40308-Marlin-Marina.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Cairns Marlin Marina

Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Marlin-Marina-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d553248634340801489.Attraction)

![Esplanade Lagoon which includes a hotel and a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/40000/40191-Esplanade-Lagoon.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Esplanade Lagoon

Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions.

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Esplanade-Lagoon-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d6160844.Attraction)

## Cities near Cape York Peninsula

![Horn Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/2184d358c5060b761ca91bdff9da5ca4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Horn Island

![Thursday Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/9bae8b251cbc795efb3511e42840ce32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Thursday Island

![Green Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/0d7af5ade2255d61911296c07fc6d039.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Green Island

![Cairns and Northern Beaches which includes signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/40000/40255-Kuranda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Kuranda

- Cities near Cape York Peninsula

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