Tropical North Waterfront
Travel Guide
Visit Tropical North Waterfront

Hilton Cairns
Room was clean and reasonably up to date. Staff were courteous. 30 dollars per night parking for guests seems unreasonable.
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Had a fabulous view from my balcony; fab housekeeping; breakfast was amazingly, fairly central especially to dive/reef boats. Great stay overall.
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025

Crystalbrook Riley
Overall, enjoyable, but a bit too expensive. Particularly good breakfast buffet - but rather expensive. The breakfast buffet is quite similar but actually slightly better at Crystalbrook Bailey, where it's also significantly cheaper. Room had an okay view but was only a few floors up, so it was more ...
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026

Mantra Trilogy
Will stay again
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Vision Apartments
Beautiful spacious unit with everything you need Reception staff so kind and friendly Well positioned units on the esplanade within walking distance to town and boat trips.
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025

Mid City Luxury Suites
Accessible Convenient Friendly Clean & Comfortable
Reviewed on Jan 11, 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 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 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.

Clifton Beach
This quiet beach north of Cairns offers long stretches of white sand and clear water.





