Cairns

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Cairns
Palm Cove Beach featuring tropical scenes, a beach and swimming
Cairns showing street scenes and signage
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Where to stay in Cairns

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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.

Palm Cove
Cairns which includes a city

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.

Cairns Central Business District
Trinity Beach showing tropical scenes, a sandy beach and surfing

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.

Trinity Beach
Cairns Esplanade featuring a luxury hotel or resort, swimming and a pool

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.

Cairns North
Clifton Beach which includes mountains, a luxury hotel or resort and golf

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.

Clifton Beach
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Holloways Beach

Beaches, restaurants and gardens are just a few things travellers enjoy about Holloways Beach. Check out Yorkeys Knob Beach or Holloways Beach while you're exploring the area.

Holloways Beach
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is S$127 per night from 3 May to 4 May
S$127
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful staff. Easy parking and access. The pool and cafe are great 🙂"

Reviewed on 30 Mar, 2025

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4 out of 5
209-217 The Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
The price is S$128 per night from 2 May to 3 May
S$128
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Our sea facing room was just stunning. We enjoyed our stay very much."

Reviewed on 30 Mar, 2025

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
4 out of 5
209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is S$143 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
S$143
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"It was a nice experience staying at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns. Good city location, everything nearby. I also bought paid parking for $15 per night, and it was smooth as. They also have $10 credit that you can use at the restaurant on food or beverage if you choose not to use room-service. There ..."

Reviewed on 31 Mar, 2025

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
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Mantra Trilogy
Mantra Trilogy
4 out of 5
101 - 105 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free parking, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,215 reviews)
"Great view Beds could do with a duvet instead of just a cover"

Reviewed on 23 Mar, 2025

Mantra Trilogy
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
4 out of 5
3-11 Water Street, Cairns, QLD
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,530 reviews)
"Clean and quite"

Reviewed on 23 Mar, 2025

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
3.5 out of 5
23-51 Anderson Road, Woree, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (714 reviews)
"Relaxed atmosphere but felt safe. Great to have car right along side our cabin."

Reviewed on 2 Mar, 2025

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Popular places to visit

Cairns Esplanade which includes a pool, swimming and a luxury hotel or resort

Cairns Esplanade

4.5/5(57 reviews)

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

Cairns Esplanade
Cairns Marlin Marina

Cairns Marlin Marina

4.5/5(25 reviews)

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

Cairns Marlin Marina
Palm Cove Beach

Palm Cove Beach

4.5/5(39 reviews)

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.

Palm Cove Beach
Esplanade Lagoon showing a coastal town and a hotel

Esplanade Lagoon

4.5/5(30 reviews)

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

Esplanade Lagoon
Cairns Night Markets

Cairns Night Markets

4/5(18 reviews)

During your trip to Cairns, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.

Cairns Night Markets
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway featuring forests and rainforest

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

4.5/5(67 reviews)

Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car.

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

Things to do

Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience

Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience

S$129
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience
Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour

Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour

S$93
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

S$168
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
relaxing at the deck of a ship in Australia

Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour

S$211
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour
Helicopter on a dock in view of yacht

Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef & Helicopter Package

S$312
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef & Helicopter Package
Seastar Luxury Outer Reef Tour

Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour

S$212
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour
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