Manunda
Cairns
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.
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 Central Shopping Centre
During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the beautiful 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.
Cairns Night Markets
During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Silverswift Dive & Snorkel Cruise
Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge and Daintree Rainforest Day Tour
Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour
Full Day Tour to Sunlover Cruises Moore Reef and Fitzroy Island
Top hotels in Manunda
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Check in was very friendly and helpful, which as it was late and I was tired was important
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026
Palm Royale Cairns
Had to wait until 2 O’clock for a room. Yes I realise that’s the check in time however I am certain rooms were available before then, the check in guy was just being a prick. Then a bus load turned up at 1350 and he checked them all in despite me sitting there waiting. And only one person checking ...
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026
NRMA Cairns Holiday Park
Everything was perfect except you really need to fix the wifi
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Great room and great property with excellent staff!
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026
Hilton Cairns
Room was good. There was a used room service tray outside our room though. Check-in experience was terrible. Waited inline to check in took forever. People behind us were cutting the line and getting served by check in staff, when we followed one we were told that there was a queue. We informed her ...
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
The first room not quite clean, but staff changed a new room. Good service
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Manunda
Parramatta Park
Parramatta Park is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cazaly's Stadium and Barlow Park.
Cairns North
Beaches and abundant 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.
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.
Bungalow
The beaches and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Bungalow. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit DFO Cairns and Cazalys Cairns, a few notable attractions nearby.
Cairns Central Business District
Cairns Central Business District is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Tropical North Waterfront.
Whitfield
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Whitfield and surrounding area, you can visit Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.
