Cape York Peninsula Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Cape York Peninsula

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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.

Palm Cove
Cairns which includes a city

Cairns Central Business District

4.5/5(69 area reviews)

Cairns Central Business District is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Cairns Esplanade and Esplanade Lagoon.

Cairns Central Business District
Trinity Beach showing tropical scenes, a sandy beach and surfing

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.

Trinity Beach
Cairns Esplanade featuring a luxury hotel or resort, swimming and a pool

Cairns North

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Cairns North. A stop by Cairns Esplanade or Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland might round out your trip.

Cairns North
Clifton Beach which includes mountains, a luxury hotel or resort and golf

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.

Clifton Beach
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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.

Yorkeys Knob
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is ฿2,942 per night from 30 May to 31 May
฿2,942
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (997 reviews)
"Modern comfortable rooms with great dining and pools."

Reviewed on 1 May 2024

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road, Cairns, QLD
The price is ฿5,417 per night from 29 May to 30 May
฿5,417
per night
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Convient location. Lovely staff, very attentive. The pool area with bar is so beautiful too. Would definitely stay here again. Rooms are alot larger than they look in the photos. Robes and slippers are a great touch."

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2024

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is ฿5,244 per night from 10 May to 11 May
฿5,244
per night
10 May - 11 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Enjoyed staying at the Pacific Cairns. Five minute walk to the where the boats for the Islands depart and the day bus tours. Very central to eating places like the Night Markets. The bar fridge is a decent size and the bed and pillows very comfortable. I would definitely recommend staying here especially ..."

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2024

Pacific Hotel Cairns
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Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
3.5 out of 5
23-51 Anderson Road, Woree, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (650 reviews)
"It’s our third time staying here. Such a great park to stay at whilst on holidays. Clean and friendly. Definitely a place to hang out and relax. Cabins are clean and tidy. My son struggled to sleep in bunks as he is almost 6 foot. Personally I found the beds a bit too hard but that’s no fault of ..."

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2024

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
Cascade Gardens
Cascade Gardens
3.5 out of 5
175 Lake St, Cairns, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and an airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (466 reviews)
"The cleanliness of the property was a 10 out of 10. The unit we stayed in was a little outdated and there was no view but this did not matter as we were so close to everything. The staff were lovely and I’d definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 9 Apr 2024

Cascade Gardens
Mantra Trilogy
Mantra Trilogy
4 out of 5
101 - 105 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free parking, a children's pool and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,120 reviews)
"As expected"

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2024

Mantra Trilogy
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Popular places to visit

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Cairns Esplanade

4.5/5(57 reviews)

Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.

Cairns Esplanade
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Cairns Marlin Marina

4.5/5(25 reviews)

Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.

Cairns Marlin Marina
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Macrossan Street

4.5/5(33 reviews)

During your visit to Port Douglas, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Macrossan Street. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.

Macrossan Street
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Palm Cove Beach

4.5/5(39 reviews)

Located in between the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, this palm tree-lined beach is an idyllic spot to take it easy or begin an adventure.

Palm Cove Beach
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Four Mile Beach

4.5/5(39 reviews)

One of the most-photographed stretches of beach in Australia has pristine white sands, waving palm trees, clear blue water and spectacular views across the ocean.

Four Mile Beach
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Daintree Rainforest

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Enjoy the spectacular coral reefs and explore Daintree Rainforest, a lovely green space in Syndicate. Wander through the waterfront and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Daintree Rainforest

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