Macalister Range Travel Guide
Cairns
Visit Macalister Range
Stay near popular Macalister Range attractions
Things to do
Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
฿6,021
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef
฿4,247
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Koala Gardens General Entry Ticket
฿555
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kuranda: Birdworld Entry Ticket
฿555
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
฿995
per adult
Top hotels in Macalister Range
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Port Douglas Road Port Douglas QLD
The price is ฿10,654 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿10,654
฿11,719 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Port Douglas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 12 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"loved staying at the Sheraton - the hotel is stunning and all the staff were so lovely. Best hotel in Port Douglas. Loved the wild life show and the daintree bar 💕"
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is ฿7,012 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿7,012
฿7,713 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Lovely room and hotel Restaurant now inside hotel and more low key Staff excellent as always"
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026
Crystalbrook Flynn
68/72 Abbott St Cairns QLD
The price is ฿6,593 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
฿6,593
฿7,253 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"We were on 12th floor & the shower was terrible , couldn't regulate the temp , one second scaulding hot next minute freezing cold , so didn't enjoy that at all , but appart from that was great accommodation & fantastic location , would recommend you to all our friends !"
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is ฿5,611 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿5,611
฿6,172 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,047 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable beds! Good buffet breakfast. Found the pool a bit too cold"
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,936 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿4,936
฿5,429 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)
"Central location"
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026
Hilton Cairns
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is ฿7,310 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
฿7,310
฿8,041 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
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! (1,001 reviews)
"The room was quiet and comfortable. The buffet breakfast was excellent and the staff were very helpful."
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Macalister Range
Find the best Macalister Range 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 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.
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.
