Macalister Range Travel Guide
Cairns

Visit Macalister Range
Stay near popular Macalister Range attractions
Things to do

Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef

Kuranda: Birdworld Entry Ticket

Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour

Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
Top hotels in Macalister Range

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
"A little dated but well positioned , everything you need and fabulous staff"
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Pacific Hotel Cairns
"Great location and views from high floors"
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Crystalbrook Flynn
"Very nice hotel. Rooms were on the smaller size, but were cosy. The staff were very helpful. Parking seemed awkward, as its first in at a nightly rate. I worked it out, that I would go to the plaza after work, free parking for 3 hours, walk to dinner and return to the hotel after 6pm where the street ..."
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
"This property is spacious and nicely located along the 4 Mile Beach, but it is not easily walkable to the town nor any restaurants nearby. The facilities/pools seemed like they could use a deep cleaning although our room seemed to be updated and clean. The restaurants on site are quite good."
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Hilton Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns
"Decent coffee cups for the only positive sorry. Accommodation was grotty, old and tired and certainly not a reflection on your advertisement. Extremely disappointed sadly for our beautiful home city, cannot imagine coming for a holiday and booking there for several nights...."
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Macalister Range

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.






















