Machans Beach
Cairns
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Popular places to visit
Cairns Esplanade
4.5/5(58 reviews)
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
Cairns Central Shopping Centre
4/5(37 reviews)
During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can do some window-shopping at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
Esplanade Lagoon
4.5/5(30 reviews)
Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions.
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.
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 Convention Centre
3/5(1 review)
Learn about the events happening in Cairns Convention Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
Things to do
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
€21
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef
€112
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Skip the Line: Cairns Museum Single Admission Ticket
€9
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets
€174
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Koala Gardens General Entry Ticket
€15
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Machans Beach
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is €151 per night from 15 May to 16 May
€151
15 May - 16 May
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! (1,010 reviews)
Great location and view if marina facing . Spacious rooms .Good breakfast and club lounge ( great service from Vivian ) Also room service Daisy and Winnie. Certain parts of this resort like facility look a bit dated but most other 5 star hotels in Cairns I noted had similar look . Overall good value ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €95 per night from 11 May to 12 May
€95
11 May - 12 May
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! (1,005 reviews)
Neerds upgrading
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is €126 per night from 23 May to 24 May
€126
23 May - 24 May
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! (1,038 reviews)
The hotel seemed to be a high-end hotel which had fallen on harder times. In one room, neither of the bedside lights on one side worked. The handyman tried several different bulbs, but said the problem needed an electrician. (No idea if one was ever called - the lights were not fixed while we were ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Hilton Cairns
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is €148 per night from 24 May to 25 May
€148
24 May - 25 May
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! (1,015 reviews)
Our room wasn’t cleaned properly on the second day of our stay. The rooms are very small and crammed. Water view from the balcony is very nice.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
209-217 Abbott Street Cairns North QLD
The price is €115 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
€115
31 May - 1 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
The room was clean. Staff was friendly and helpful but for how much the room was I expected a blow dryer that was disappointing but luckily the view was fabulous
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
Cnr Abbott And Florence Street Cairns QLD
The price is €88 per night from 13 May to 14 May
€88
13 May - 14 May
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. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
The pool area is great. Did not find it very clean. Front desk staff were super kind and helpful. Comfortable beds. Shutters don’t 100 percent close so kinda bright.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
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