Great Barrier Reef
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Palm Cove
Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Palm Cove Beach and Kuranda National Park.
Cairns Central Business District
5/5(1 area review)
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 Cairns.
Trinity Beach
Travelers to Trinity Beach praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach.
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.
The Strand
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to The Strand. A stop by The Strand Beach or Strand Waterpark might round out your trip.
Clifton Beach
Travelers come to Clifton Beach for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while you're in town.
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P4,374 per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
P4,374
P4,811 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,026 reviews)
"Highly recommended. Close to shops, airport and excellent dining options so you don't even have to leave the resort for breakfast or dinner."
Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
209-217 Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
The price is P6,356 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
P6,356
P6,991 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,018 reviews)
"10 min from the airport and a 20 min walk from the central shopping / restaurant area along the lovely esplanade. The staff was super helpful storing our bags when we arrived early and when we were leaving late on the back end of our stay. The rooms were clean and nearly all have balconies. The pool ..."
Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025
Crystalbrook Flynn
85 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is P7,080 per night from Oct 27 to Oct 28
P7,080
P7,788 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (977 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with not only restaurants on property but literally footsteps away from the main road with anything you could need. Easy access to the pier where snorkeling excursions are docked."
Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025
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.
Whitsunday Apartments
14 Resort Drive, Whitsundays, QLD
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Whitsundays. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,493 reviews)
"Fantastic view from apartment. Great location for everything Hamilton Island has to offer. Good size accommodation."
Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025
Mirage Whitsundays
11 Altmann Avenue, Cannonvale, QLD
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Cannonvale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (725 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, beautiful rooms and great location. Convenience of a courtesy bus into town as well."
Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
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! (1,572 reviews)
"The apratmants have everything you need, The staff go beyond so friendly, helpful and real good knowledge of the area and things to do. Its well located walking distance to the local shopping mall for and bit an peices. Walking distance to alot of the local attractions. Rustys markets and night markets ..."
Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025
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.
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.
Whitehaven Beach
Stroll along this famous beach on Whitsunday Island to experience its dazzling white sands and gently lapping waters in different hues of blue and green.
Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
This easy-to-navigate and very scenic transport hub is the gateway to the beaches, bush walks and wildlife of one of Queensland’s most idyllic islands.
Port of Airlie
This sun-kissed marina is your gateway to the world-famous Whitsunday Islands. Sail or drive here to shop or dine with views over the glistering turquoise waters.
Catseye Beach
Swim, stroll, try exciting watersports or simply recline under the shade of palm trees and enjoy the views from one of Hamilton Island’s main beaches.
Airlie Beach Lagoon
Spend the day with the family enjoying the sheltered waters of Airlie Beach’s own tropical oasis, surrounded by landscaped gardens and grassy picnic areas.
