Manoora Travel Guide
Cairns
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.
Cairns Central Shopping Centre
During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can do some window-shopping at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
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.
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.
Cairns Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Cairns Convention Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
Things to do
Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef
Kuranda: Birdworld Entry Ticket
Kuranda Koala Gardens General Entry Ticket
Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets
Top hotels in Manoora
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park
This was a nice place to stay with kids if you were on a budget, but not anymore. No maintenance or upkeep on the facilities, gardens overgrown. May be suitable for those who have no other option to go.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Lovely hotel. Super friendly and helpful staff. Great, peaceful location. Good restaurants nearby.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
The cafe area was a little grubby and the pidgeons were annoying.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Clean and great location separated by a small road from the esplanade. Staff was nice. Everything was satisfactory. The rooms are dated and worn out.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Was great for a little stay away
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hilton Cairns
Overall, everything was perfect! However, the television power kept turning off automatically whenever we came back from lunch or dinner, and this happened for two nights in a row. What made us uncomfortable was that the staff seemed impatient about the issue and implied that we had been using too ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Manoora
Manunda
Shopping, gardens and spas are some highlights of Manunda. You might stop by Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Tanks Arts Centre while you're in the area.
Edge Hill
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Edge Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Tanks Arts Centre or Cairns Botanic Gardens.
Westcourt
You'll enjoy the casinos and shopping in Westcourt. You might want to make time for a stop at DFO Cairns or Cazalys Cairns.
Whitfield
While there might not be top attractions in Whitfield, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Tanks Arts Centre.
Cairns North
Pristine beaches and ample 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.
Bungalow
The beaches and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Bungalow. Want to see more of the surrounding area? DFO Cairns and Cazalys Cairns are a few top sights nearby.
