Cairns Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal town with dense forest, a mountain, and a large body of water.
A beach with people, palm trees, and a lifeguard flag.
A colorful building with a sign reading "Palace" and various businesses on the ground floor.
A marina with boats docked, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.
A waterfall in a forested area with rocks and a person sitting by the water.

Where to stay in Cairns

Find the best Cairns areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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 Cairns Botanic Gardens or Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.

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 Kuranda National Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
The price is Rp2.693.044 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
Rp2.693.044
Rp2.962.399 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Has amazing views unfortunately needs to be upgraded with more in house hot tubs, gym etc"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is Rp3.312.112 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
Rp3.312.112
Rp3.643.323 total
14 Sept - 15 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! (1,024 reviews)
"We stayed in a king suite that overlooked the marina and esplanade. The view was well worth the extra. We enjoyed our room and the extras that came with it. Access to private lounge that included a large buffet breakfast and 2 hour happy hour every day for both of us was clearly worth the upgrade. ..."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey

5 out of 5
163 Abbott Street Cairns QLD
The price is Rp3.156.546 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
Rp3.156.546
Rp3.472.200 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Crystalbrook Bailey
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

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

4 out of 5
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! (1,655 reviews)
"For me the location was great, just round the corner from the train station and bus station. Easy walk to promenade. Nice modern appartment."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
Coral Sands Resort

Coral Sands Resort

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Trinity Beach Rd & Vasey Esplanade Trinity Beach QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (851 reviews)
"What a sensational resort! The location was amazing with the beach just over the road. The bars and restaurants were within a very short walk but we didn’t hear a thing from these locations at night. The pool area and gardens were beautiful. My only concern was with the servicing of the room. We ..."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Coral Sands Resort
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort

3.5 out of 5
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. ...
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
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.

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