Yorkeys Knob Travel Guide

Cairns

A field of crops, a hill with dense vegetation, and a mountain range under a clear sky.
A rocky beach with clear water and a sandy center.
A sandy beach with waves, mountains in the background, and a person walking with a child.
A playground with swings, slides, and a climbing structure surrounded by trees.
A sandy beach with gentle waves lapping at the shore.

Stay near popular Yorkeys Knob attractions

Yorkeys Knob Beach

8.0/10 (21 reviews)
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Yorkeys Knob Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Cairns.
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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
Kuranda: Birdworld Entry Ticket

Kuranda: Birdworld Entry Ticket

฿563
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kuranda: Birdworld 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
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets

Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets

฿1,008
per adult
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
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
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 Yorkeys Knob

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
The price is ฿4,200 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿4,200
฿4,620 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 ฿5,638 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
฿5,638
฿6,201 total
13 Nov - 14 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 ฿5,072 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿5,072
฿5,579 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 Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is ฿3,771 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿3,771
฿4,148 total
3 Nov - 4 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! (1,116 reviews)
"Love the sift comfy beds & pillows!! Great resturant downstairs 👌 the only small issue was the bar staff nit understanding English to take our order correctly. Everything else great!"

Reviewed on 13 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 ฿3,372 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿3,372
฿3,709 total
27 Oct - 28 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. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,003 reviews)
"It was amazing to stay there. Especially staff is so helpful"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
145 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
Fully refundable
The price is ฿4,986 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿4,986
฿5,485 total
2 Nov - 3 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! (1,011 reviews)
"Needs fans"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Cairns Plaza Hotel
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Where to stay in Yorkeys Knob

Find the best Yorkeys Knob 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 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.

Yorkeys Knob Travel Guide