Cairns and Barrier Reef Travel Guide

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Cairns showing coral, tropical scenes and landscape views

Where to stay in Cairns and Barrier Reef

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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 Cairns Esplanade and Esplanade Lagoon.

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

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Cairns North. A stop by Cairns Esplanade or Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland might round out your trip.

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 Beach and Palm Cove Beach while in the area.

Clifton Beach
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Yorkeys Knob

Yorkeys Knob is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Half Moon Bay Golf Course.

Yorkeys Knob
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is ₹9,337 per night from 12 Jun to 13 Jun
₹9,337
per night
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Stayed here over a weekend and it was pleasant. Staff were polite and accommodating. There are lots of great restaurants within walking distance. The room was small but comfortable. The air conditioning was a bit loud but kept the room at a good temperature otherwise it would have been too stuffy. ..."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Hilton Cairns
Hilton Cairns
5 out of 5
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is ₹11,564 per night from 27 Jun to 28 Jun
₹11,564
per night
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Love Cairns
"We thoroughly enjoyed our four night stay in the Hilton. The staff were very friendly, particularly Lily from Peru. It's a beautiful setting and very convenient for everything in Cairns."

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Hilton Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road, Cairns, QLD
The price is ₹12,844 per night from 8 Jun to 9 Jun
₹12,844
per night
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location; nice large pool."

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
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.
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 centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,134 reviews)
"Good size pool. Very tidy well maintained gardens"

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Mantra Trilogy
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 Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (654 reviews)
"Such a great place for a family holiday. There is so much to do at the park!"

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
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 Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,433 reviews)
"Didn't like the tile co. next door sorting their pallets at 6am"

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
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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