Cairns Central Business District Travel Guide

Cairns

A waterfront with a wooden bridge, modern buildings, and lush greenery.
A city square with palm trees, a modern building, and a blue sky at dusk.
A tree-lined pathway with cyclists and pedestrians.
A historic building with columns and a classic roof, labeled as the Cairns Art Gallery.
A glass-domed enclosure with a water feature and a large crocodile.

Stay near popular Cairns Central Business District attractions

A marina with several sailboats docked at the pier.

Cairns Marlin Marina

8.8/10 (3,149 reviews)
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.
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Things to do

Cairns: Koalas and Creatures Entry Ticket

Cairns: Koalas and Creatures Entry Ticket

฿492
per adult
Cairns: Koalas and Creatures Entry Ticket
passengers aboard amphibious DUKW drive through jungles in Cairns

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest

฿797
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Tomb of the Pharaohs Entry Ticket

Tomb of the Pharaohs Entry Ticket

฿1,243
per adult
Tomb of the Pharaohs Entry Ticket
Ocean Freedom: Great Barrier Reef Stylish Snorkel, Dive Reef Tour

Ocean Freedom: Great Barrier Reef Stylish Snorkel, Dive Reef Tour

฿5,235
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Ocean Freedom: Great Barrier Reef Stylish Snorkel, Dive Reef Tour
Buiral Chamber of Tutankhamun

Cairns Tomb Of The Pharaohs General Admission Ticket

฿1,219
per adult
Cairns Tomb Of The Pharaohs General Admission Ticket
colorful butterfly resting on leaf at butterfly sanctuary in Cairns

Australian Butterfly Sanctuary Admission

฿586
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Australian Butterfly Sanctuary Admission
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Top hotels in Cairns Central Business District

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,220 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
฿4,220
฿4,641 total
14 Nov - 15 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Good hotel in fantastic location, easy walk to waterfront restaurants, ferry terminal. Premier balcony rooms on top floor were great, very spacious and awesome views. Only negative - a/c was very noisy, hard to adjust and couldn't be turned off."

Reviewed on 21 Oct 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 ฿5,128 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
฿5,128
฿5,640 total
17 Nov - 18 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 ฿5,082 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿5,082
฿5,590 total
3 Nov - 4 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 ...
Hilton Cairns
Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
145 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is ฿4,472 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
฿4,472
฿4,919 total
18 Nov - 19 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! (1,003 reviews)
"Good place to stay on the outskirts of the CBD. Ocean view with balcony. The bathroom configuration was a little weird, but overall the apartment is clean and spacious."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026

Cairns Plaza Hotel
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 ฿4,166 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
฿4,166
฿4,583 total
31 Oct - 1 Nov
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
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

4 out of 5
Cnr Abbott And Florence Street Cairns QLD
The price is ฿3,431 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿3,431
฿3,774 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
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Where to stay in Cairns Central Business District

Find the best Cairns Central Business District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A sunset over a beach with palm trees silhouetted against the sky.

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.

A beach with palm trees, a wooden walkway, and a signboard.

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.

A sunset over a calm pool with palm trees and a gazebo.

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.

A sandy beach with gentle waves, a clear blue sky, and a mountain in the distance.

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.

An aerial view of a riverside resort with a circular water feature, a bridge, and lush greenery.

Parramatta Park

Visitors to Parramatta Park enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Barlow Park is worth a stop.

Cairns Central Business District Travel Guide