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
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 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
The price is ₩100,266 per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
₩100,266
₩110,293 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
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! (1,029 reviews)
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Dining options were great and the food was delicious. Clean room. The pool was wonderful great to lounge in after a day of sight seeing.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
209-217 Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
The price is ₩142,826 per night from Nov 13 to Nov 14
₩142,826
₩157,109 total
Nov 13 - Nov 14
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
Great location. Free parking. Modern facilities. Friendly staff
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Hilton Cairns
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is ₩220,641 per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
₩220,641
₩242,709 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
The location was the best ever.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 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! (2,504 reviews)
Loved it!
Clean, a little dated. Beautiful views.
Reviewed on Oct 26, 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! (734 reviews)
Room very clean, breakfast could have been a bit hotter and dinning very good
Reviewed on Oct 22, 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! (1,580 reviews)
Property was perfect for us as we needed 2 connecting rooms. Property Manager was great as he was always there to help ordering a Cab when Ubers cancelled trips. Kids loved the option of 3 pools. Great aircon and fans in rooms. Would definatley stay again.
Reviewed on Oct 14, 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.
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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.
Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
4.5/5(18 reviews)
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
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.
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.
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.
