Macalister Range Travel Guide
Cairns
Visit Macalister Range
Stay near popular Macalister Range attractions
Things to do

Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour

Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef

Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns

Fitzroy Island Adventures - Full Day or Half Day

Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets

Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Top hotels in Macalister Range

Hilton Cairns
"Loved every bit of it, Nice breakfast, ideal location, you don't need to rent a car, all activities are close by."
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
"It’s a great place to stay, close to everything, large rooms, very clean, but the pool area needs updating, especially the lounges."
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Crystalbrook Flynn

Pacific Hotel Cairns
"Staff are so rude and unhelpful I already wrote on review on google and Expedia. avoid this place if you want quality and polite staff. room nice enough but not worth the money , breakfast is fair at best, we tried it one time then we ended up having breakfast at the pullman and it was excellent"
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
"Great place to drop and relax!"
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Macalister Range

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.

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.

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.

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.

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




















