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

฿490
per adult
Cairns: Koalas and Creatures Entry Ticket
Kuranda: Birdworld Entry Ticket

Kuranda: Birdworld Entry Ticket

฿559
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kuranda: Birdworld Entry Ticket
Ocean Spirit Michaelmas Cay & Reef Cruise

Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef

฿4,286
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef
Kuranda Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise

Kuranda Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise

฿701
per adult
Kuranda Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise
relaxing at the deck of a ship in Australia

Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour

฿6,423
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets

Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets

฿1,004
per adult
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
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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 ฿5,080 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿5,080
฿5,588 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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! (1,012 reviews)
"Loved our room ✔️"

Reviewed on 4 Sept 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 ฿5,721 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿5,721
฿6,294 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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
Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey

5 out of 5
163 Abbott Street Cairns QLD
The price is ฿5,925 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
฿5,925
฿6,517 total
18 Sept - 19 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Crystalbrook Bailey
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is ฿4,780 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿4,780
฿5,258 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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! (1,097 reviews)
"Good hotel, only stayed one night so didn’t really use the facilities. Room was clean & staff helpful"

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is ฿5,494 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿5,494
฿6,043 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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
The Oceanfront Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns

3 out of 5
223-227 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is ฿3,651 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
฿3,651
฿4,016 total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Marlin Marina are located ...
5.8/10 (73 reviews)
"Never again!"

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

The Oceanfront Cairns
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Where to stay in Yorkeys Knob

Find the best Yorkeys Knob areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach lined with tall palm trees and a clear blue sky.

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.

A nighttime urban scene with a large tree, street lamps, and a multi-story building.

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 coastal town with a beach, houses, and a hill with trees.

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 beach with palm trees and turquoise water.

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