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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 Vie Spa Palm Cove.

Cairns Central Business District
4.5/5(264 area reviews)
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.

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.

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.

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.

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Port Douglas Road Port Douglas QLD
The price is ₩347,640 per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
₩347,640
₩382,404 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Port Douglas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 12 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Pretty resort, lovely food, reception staff were friendly, pool bar staff were not attentive. The room was a great size and had a awesome view.
Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
The price is ₩124,217 per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
₩124,217
₩136,643 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Food and beverage service appalling but love the resort overall
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is ₩206,761 per night from Jan 13 to Jan 14
₩206,761
₩227,437 total
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Great location, very close to the Marina. Lovely big room.and comfy bed. Great bathroom, huge bath, well thought out location of plugs for travellers We had a room overlooking the marina which I would highly recommend.
Reviewed on Dec 12, 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
Book a stay at this 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! (2,524 reviews)
Room was well equipped and clean apart from some small cockroaches. Staff were friendly. Great location and pool. Loved the Cockatoos on the balcony. Fantastic views.
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
3-11 Water Street Cairns QLD
Stay at this aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,597 reviews)
Lovely clean unit, with amenities closa by
Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

Mirage Whitsundays
11 Altmann Avenue Cannonvale QLD
Book a stay at this 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! (750 reviews)
We loved this place! Our apartment was wonderful..comfortable, clean and the view!!! Staff were all very nice, breakfast was ok…typical and as expected. We stayed an extra day and are so glad we did!
Reviewed on Dec 7, 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
4.5/5(253 reviews)
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.

Whitehaven Beach
5/5(59 reviews)
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.

Airlie Beach Lagoon
4.5/5(41 reviews)
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.

Port of Airlie
4.5/5(27 reviews)
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.

Four Mile Beach
4.5/5(92 reviews)
One of the most-photographed stretches of beach in Australia has pristine white sands, waving palm trees, clear blue water and spectacular views across the ocean.

Catseye Beach
4.5/5(23 reviews)
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.





