Tropical North Waterfront
Travel Guide





Visit Tropical North Waterfront

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Great views with a spacious room . Extremely clean and the staff were fabulous.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Hilton Cairns
Hotel was beautiful! Great location. Would have been nice if they we able to store our bags when we went out on the reef for 2 days.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Lovely staff
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Mantra Trilogy
Staff was friendly and warm
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Vision Apartments
Spacious apartment, plenty of appliances to be used. All air conditioners are very cold which is good. Easy after hour check-in. However parking space is narrow, not good for big car.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Mid City Luxury Suites
It was very handy being central to shops and places nearby in walking distance. Secured parking was good for me especially being in the city
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
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Popular places to visit

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

Cairns Central Shopping Centre
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 Marlin Marina
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.

Palm Cove Beach
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.

Esplanade Lagoon
Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions.

Cairns Convention Centre
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

Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise

Australian Butterfly Sanctuary Admission

Skip the Line: Cairns Museum Single Admission Ticket


