Macalister Range Travel Guide
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Visit Macalister Range
Stay near popular Macalister Range attractions
Things to do
Ocean Freedom: Great Barrier Reef Stylish Snorkel, Dive Reef Tour
฿6,034
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef
฿4,256
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Koala Gardens General Entry Ticket
฿557
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kuranda: Birdworld Entry Ticket
฿557
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
฿997
per adult
Top hotels in Macalister Range
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is ฿7,579 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿7,579
฿8,337 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! (1,011 reviews)
"Large hotel centrally located in Cairns Esplanade. The room was spacious. With large window overlooking the marina bringing it a lot of natural light. The bathroom was big with lovely toiletries and products. The “king” veg was two beds put together. The mattress was the softest and most uncomfortable ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026
Crystalbrook Flynn
68/72 Abbott St Cairns QLD
The price is ฿7,493 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
฿7,493
฿8,242 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Comfortable room. Shame room wasn’t ready at 2pm for checkin as it had been a long day by the time I got there after a very early morning flight but they did try to get it sorted asap for me and were very helpful"
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
The price is ฿5,053 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
฿5,053
฿5,559 total
19 Aug - 20 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! (1,003 reviews)
"The motel is in a great spot being close to lagoon, lots of restaurants and shopping. The buffet breakfast was great value and the staff were very helpful."
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026
Hilton Cairns
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is ฿6,405 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿6,405
฿7,045 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"A bit basic and boring for the price they charge."
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Port Douglas Road Port Douglas QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿11,934 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿11,934
฿13,127 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Port Douglas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 12 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Loved most things about this place. Pools are awesome..poolside menu was reasonable, tasty and quick.with friendly staff..(join the Marriott app for better prices ) breakfast was good.. Definitely go to town for dinner though as I thought dinner service was the weak point with poor service and not ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026
Hides Hotel Cairns
87 Lake Street Cairns QLD
The price is ฿3,435 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
฿3,435
฿3,779 total
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Only stayed for one night..room was clean however dusty..when turned on the shower it either went too cold or too hot not a good experience...had no water in fridge for the price. Could not access the hotel kitchen for water. Location was good...but would not return for another stay"
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026
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Where to stay in Macalister Range
Find the best Macalister Range 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 Vie Spa Palm Cove, 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 North Beach might round out your trip.
Clifton Beach
Clifton Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while in the area.
