Cairns North Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Cairns Esplanade
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
Cairns Central Shopping Centre
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
Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions.
Cairns Marlin Marina
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.
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.
Cairns Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Cairns Convention Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
Things to do
Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour
Rp1.835.886
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef
Rp2.291.735
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
Rp3.249.019
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Fitzroy Island Adventures - Full Day or Half Day
Rp1.348.814
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns
Rp1.361.303
per adult
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets
Rp3.571.860
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Cairns North
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
209-217 Abbott Street Cairns North QLD
The price is Rp2.357.391 per night from 17 May to 18 May
Rp2.357.391
per night
17 May - 18 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Breakfast was not.worth considering. Choice verylimited and nothing was fresh not even the juice For the price i would have expected better standard. Facilities such as pool does not cater for disabilities .a.ramp to reach the pool would help. Also i would have expected my sheets and pillow to have ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is Rp2.373.598 per night from 9 May to 10 May
Rp2.373.598
per night
9 May - 10 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! (1,034 reviews)
The hotel is quite tired and a little run down. The cleaning wasn't very good, the bathroom floor was a bit sticky and the doors and walls were quite grimy. There's not enough lighting which made reading difficult. The breakfast was very good and varied. The staff were friendly and helpful with any ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Cairns Queens Court
167-173 Sheridan St Cairns North QLD
The price is Rp1.292.038 per night from 6 May to 7 May
Rp1.292.038
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this motel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
We've stayed here a number of times since 2020. There appears to have been changes in ownership in recent times as some things are different. We always stay in the premium side (see their main pic) which is separated from the other side which has the cheaper accommodation. There is keyed entry into ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Bohemia Resort Cairns
231 Mcleod Street Cairns North QLD
The price is Rp864.646 per night from 18 May to 19 May
Rp864.646
per night
18 May - 19 May
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal are located nearby.
6.4/10 (1,005 reviews)
The place it old and run down, I saw bugs in the hallway
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hotel Tropiq
179 Sheridan Street Cairns North QLD
The price is Rp1.060.831 per night from 6 May to 7 May
Rp1.060.831
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (535 reviews)
Staff were great and very helpful thankyou. Accommodation is older property but if you just need to sleep then this is perfect and close to everything. Pool was great as well after long days at football to relax
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Cairns Sheridan Hotel
295 Sheridan Street Cairns North QLD
The price is Rp1.989.058 per night from 23 May to 24 May
Rp1.989.058
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Clean rooms, very friendly staff, and close to the airport.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 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.
