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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.
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.
Edge Hill
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Edge Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens or Mount Whitfield Conservation Park.
Parramatta Park
Visitors to Parramatta Park enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Barlow Park is worth a stop.
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.
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
The price is AU$229 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$229
3 Sept - 4 Sept
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! (1,012 reviews)
"Efficient check-in but apparently need to request carpark access when making reservation as car spaces are limited. However, recommend on-street parking around the corner in The Esplanade. Even better you can use the Parking App to create a parking session from your room in the morning!! Recommend ..."
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD
The price is AU$241 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
AU$241
16 Sept - 17 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Tea bags not refilled. Bin not emptied. Overall room service wasn’t great. Not confident about how thorough cleaning is. Spacious room with good bench space for luggages and belongings however Bathroom is too small to use comfortably. Very good location. Pool is nice."
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is AU$310 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
AU$310
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! (1,018 reviews)
"Amazing views from our Horizon Club Room. Room was clean, spacious and had everything we needed. Breakfast and snacks in the club room were lovely. Unfortunately we were very sick while we were there and spent a lot of time in our room but what a place to feel ill, views from the bed cheered us up ..."
Reviewed on 23 Aug 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.
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,651 reviews)
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Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
23-51 Anderson Road Woree QLD
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
The Reef Retreat
10-14 Harpa Street Palm Cove QLD
Stay at this aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (525 reviews)
"Location and quiet"
Reviewed on 22 Aug 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.
Activities
Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour
AU$275
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise
AU$122
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets
AU$286
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kuranda: Birdworld Entry Ticket
AU$24
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
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- Visit Aeroglen
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