Tropical North Waterfront

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A waterfront with a reflective pool, a blue-roofed pavilion, and wind sculptures.
A coastal park with a swimming pool, palm trees, and modern buildings in the background.
Tropical North Waterfront
Tropical North Waterfront
Tropical North Waterfront
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is €174 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
€174
21 Jun - 22 Jun
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! (1,002 reviews)
"We loved the whole experience and would definitley recommend this stay to others"

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is €168 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
€168
22 Jun - 23 Jun
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! (1,001 reviews)
"The management did a great job catering for my wife's mobility issues. Thanks."

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026

Hilton Cairns
Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €140 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
€140
30 Jun - 1 Jul
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay. Room was clean and well appointed. Staff lovely. Pool was lovely and you can't beat the buffet breakfast at Bushfires. Will definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026

Pacific Hotel Cairns
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Mantra Trilogy

Mantra Trilogy

4 out of 5
101 - 105 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free parking, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,310 reviews)
"Great location, quiet"

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026

Mantra Trilogy
Jack & Newell Holiday Apartments

Jack & Newell Holiday Apartments

4.5 out of 5
27-29 Wharf Street Cairns QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and furnished balconies or patios. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (294 reviews)
"We had a truly wonderful stay at this hotel in Cairns and couldn’t be happier with our experience. The location is absolutely perfect—right in the heart of Cairns, yet still peaceful and quiet. Everything you need is within easy walking distance: the beach, restaurants, cafés, and shops are all just ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Jack & Newell Holiday Apartments
Cairns City Apartments

Cairns City Apartments

3 out of 5
79 Spence Street Cairns QLD
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a business centre. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet ...
Cairns City Apartments
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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.

Popular places to visit

Cairns Esplanade

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 Esplanade
Palm Cove Beach

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
Esplanade Lagoon

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.

Esplanade Lagoon
Cairns Central Shopping Centre

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.

Cairns Central Shopping Centre
Cairns Marlin Marina

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
Cairns Night Markets

Cairns Night Markets

4/5(18 reviews)

During your trip to Tropical North Waterfront, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.

Cairns Night Markets

Things to do

passengers aboard amphibious DUKW drive through jungles in Cairns

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest

€21
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Ocean Spirit Michaelmas Cay & Reef Cruise

Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef

€112
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef
Cairns: Koalas and Creatures Entry Ticket

Cairns: Koalas and Creatures Entry Ticket

€12
per adult
Cairns: Koalas and Creatures Entry Ticket
Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise

Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise

€159
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
relaxing at the deck of a ship in Australia

Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour

€168
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour
The Cairns Museum is two blocks walk from Cairns Esplanade and the Cairns Cruise Liner Terminal - Cnr Lake and Shields Streets, Cairns -

Skip the Line: Cairns Museum Single Admission Ticket

€9
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Skip the Line: Cairns Museum Single Admission Ticket
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