Great Barrier Reef
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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.
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 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.
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.
Cairns North
Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Cairns North. Make a stop by top sights like Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're exploring the area.
South Townsville
Visitors highly recommend South Townsville for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Maritime Museum of Townsville while you're in town.
Hilton Cairns
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is €119 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
€119
28 Jan - 29 Jan 2026
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! (1,002 reviews)
Excellent Hotel and food. Courteous and helpful staff. Comfortable bed and room very clean.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is €121 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
€121
28 Jan - 29 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Staff was great! The chef doing the egg orders was wonderful!
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
The price is €73 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
€73
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
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)
Good hotel
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Whitsunday Apartments
14 Resort Drive Whitsundays QLD
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Whitsundays. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,533 reviews)
Great sea view. Beautiful pool
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
3-11 Water Street Cairns QLD
Stay at this aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,600 reviews)
Very Good
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Mirage Whitsundays
11 Altmann Avenue Cannonvale QLD
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Cannonvale. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (756 reviews)
Great accommodation in lovely surroundings. The apartment was as good if not better than website suggests. Two nice pools and a casual bar for drinks and meals. Airlie Beach is great for shops, bars and restaurants. Whitsundays are wonderful and well worth the trip. Hopefully we will be back.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Popular places to visit
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.
Whitehaven Beach
5/5(37 reviews)
Stroll along this famous beach on Whitsunday Island to experience its dazzling white sands and gently lapping waters in different hues of blue and green.
Airlie Beach Lagoon
4.5/5(30 reviews)
Spend the day with the family enjoying the sheltered waters of Airlie Beach’s own tropical oasis, surrounded by landscaped gardens and grassy picnic areas.
Port of Airlie
4.5/5(29 reviews)
This sun-kissed marina is your gateway to the world-famous Whitsunday Islands. Sail or drive here to shop or dine with views over the glistering turquoise waters.
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.
Catseye Beach
4.5/5(11 reviews)
Swim, stroll, try exciting watersports or simply recline under the shade of palm trees and enjoy the views from one of Hamilton Island’s main beaches.
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