Barron Gorge Travel Guide

Cairns

A lush valley with a river, surrounded by dense forest and distant mountains under a partly cloudy sky.

Things to do


Top hotels in Barron Gorge

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD
The price is ฿6,257 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
฿6,257
฿6,883 total
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
The price is ฿5,741 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿5,741
฿6,315 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"I stayed for 5 nights. Very convenient location, spacious, clean room with coffee pods and machine, electric kettle, fridge, nice bathroom with spare toiletries, robes, safe, table and couch, and nice balcony. Did not try the food, but overall had a lovely stay!"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is ฿7,575 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿7,575
฿8,332 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"A little dated but well positioned , everything you need and fabulous staff"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn

5 out of 5
68/72 Abbott St Cairns QLD
The price is ฿7,361 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿7,361
฿8,097 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. Rooms were on the smaller size, but were cosy. The staff were very helpful. Parking seemed awkward, as its first in at a nightly rate. I worked it out, that I would go to the plaza after work, free parking for 3 hours, walk to dinner and return to the hotel after 6pm where the street ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Crystalbrook Flynn
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿8,321 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
฿8,321
฿9,153 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
Hilton Cairns
The Oceanfront Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns

3 out of 5
223-227 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is ฿4,247 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
฿4,247
฿4,672 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre are located ...
5.2/10 (32 reviews)
"Clean room. Amazing view to ocean from balcony."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

The Oceanfront Cairns
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Where to stay in Barron Gorge

Find the best Barron Gorge areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Palm Cove

Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Palm Cove Beach and Kuranda National Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.

Cairns Central Business District

Cairns Central Business District is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina.

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.

Cairns North

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

Clifton Beach

Clifton Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Palm Cove Beach and Clifton Beach while in the area.



Barron Gorge Travel Guide