Cairns North Travel Guide

Cairns

A sunset over a calm pool with palm trees and a gazebo.
A coastal promenade with a pebbly beach, palm trees, and modern buildings in the background.
A sunset over water with palm trees and a Ferris wheel.
A city square with palm trees, a modern building, and a blue sky at dusk.
A tree-lined pathway with people walking and cycling.

Stay near popular Cairns North attractions

Cairns Esplanade

9.2/10 (7,071 reviews)
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
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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
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
Kuranda: Birdworld Entry Ticket

Kuranda: Birdworld Entry Ticket

฿563
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kuranda: Birdworld Entry Ticket
Kuranda Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise

Kuranda Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise

฿703
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise
Ocean Spirit Michaelmas Cay & Reef Cruise

Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef

฿4,303
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef
Tomb of the Pharaohs Entry Ticket

Tomb of the Pharaohs Entry Ticket

฿1,243
per adult
Tomb of the Pharaohs Entry Ticket
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Top hotels in Cairns North

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! (1,111 reviews)
"Very helpful staff and great location."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

4 out of 5
209-217 Abbott Street Cairns North QLD
The price is ฿3,973 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
฿3,973
฿4,370 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
The Oceanfront Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns

3 out of 5
223-227 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is ฿3,466 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
฿3,466
฿3,813 total
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Esplanade Lagoon are located ...
The Oceanfront Cairns
Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court

3.5 out of 5
167-173 Sheridan St Cairns North QLD
The price is ฿1,907 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
฿1,907
฿2,098 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly team. Good value for the price."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Cairns Queens Court
Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

4 out of 5
295 Sheridan Street Cairns North QLD
The price is ฿3,724 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿3,724
฿4,097 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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 and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"There are crack heads in the street that you hear all night long"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Bay Village Tropical Retreat

Bay Village Tropical Retreat

3.5 out of 5
227 Lake Street Cairns North QLD
The price is ฿3,852 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
฿3,852
฿4,237 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Bay Village Tropical Retreat
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Where to stay in Cairns North

Find the best Cairns North 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 waterfront with a reflective pool, a blue-roofed pavilion, and wind sculptures.

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.

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 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.

A sandy beach with waves, mountains in the background, and a person walking with a child.

Yorkeys Knob

Yorkeys Knob is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Half Moon Bay Golf Course.

Cairns North Travel Guide