Tropical North Waterfront Travel Guide
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Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Accomodation flawless. Everything within walking distance.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hilton Cairns
Clean room, good location
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
I absolutely loved my stay here! The staff were so helpful, my room was super clean and spacious and the location was perfect! 10/10
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Mantra Trilogy
Room was tired and needs a refresh. Bed was uncomfortable. It was noisy through the night with sound of doors opening. Stayed 7 days and no servicing for the whole time.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Vision Apartments
I've lived in Australia for ten years, and this is my fourth holiday in Cairns. I usually stay in the suburbs, but this time I specifically chose this five-star serviced apartment in the city center. The apartment's facilities and location are excellent. However, I find it hard to understand: I booked ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Mid City Luxury Suites
The location was great - across from a mall to get anything you could want including groceries. It was walking distance to the esplanade pool, ocean pier, night market, etc. The hotel pool was refreshing after a day of activities, and the kitchen with a full sized fridge was wonderful. Having a washer ...
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
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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 do some window-shopping at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
Cairns Marlin Marina
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.
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 Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Cairns Convention Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
- Cairns Central Shopping Centre
- Cairns Marlin Marina
- Cairns Convention Centre
- Cairns Night Markets
- St Monica's Cathedral
- Bulmba-ja Arts Centre
- Cairns Esplanade
- Palm Cove Beach
- Cairns Base Hospital
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station
- Clifton Beach
- Yorkeys Knob Beach
- Crystal Cascades
- Barron Gorge National Park
- Rainforestation Nature Park
