Barron Gorge Travel Guide

Cairns

A train on a bridge surrounded by dense green forest.
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

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
The price is ฿4,183 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿4,183
฿4,601 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
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 ...
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is ฿5,816 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
฿5,816
฿6,398 total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
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 ...
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is ฿5,624 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿5,624
฿6,187 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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)
"Location is close to reef terminal and restaurants. Room.was large , clean and comfortable. Staff were very helpful and friendly. The cafe breakfast staff provided excellent service. We had a very pleasant stay here. Highly recommended this hotel"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

Hilton Cairns
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is ฿3,763 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,763
฿4,139 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,112 reviews)
"Very clean and helpful staff. Bed was not very comfortable for my liking and the breakfast was ok not great."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
The price is ฿3,379 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿3,379
฿3,717 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Pretty quiet. I enjoyed my stay. Would stay again"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
145 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is ฿4,902 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
฿4,902
฿5,392 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"It's a good place for very short term stay (eg overnight). The place is a little dated and some things were not built / designed well. But it does the job. e.g. the sink doesn't have the best drainage and the shower doesn't have exhaust. The bathroom wooden panels are all soaking in moisture. The ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Cairns Plaza Hotel
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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 Back Shot Beach, 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 Cairns 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 Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while in the area.



Barron Gorge Travel Guide