Cairns North

Cairns

The Cairns Lagoon at sunrise in Tropical North Queensland
The Cairns Lagoon at sunrise in Tropical North Queensland
Cairns Esplanade which includes night scenes
Cairns Esplanade featuring a park as well as a couple
Cairns Esplanade which includes a sandy beach, swimming and a pool

Popular places to visit

Cairns Esplanade which includes a pool, swimming and a luxury hotel or resort

Cairns Esplanade

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 featuring a beach, tropical scenes and general coastal views

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.

Palm Cove Beach
One of best things to do in Cairns is ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway. It's a 90 minute journey that takes you down the mountain to Cairns passing waterfalls, scenic lookouts and over old bridges. Catch the Skyrail up the mountain from Cairns and then catch the train back down. Or, vice versa.

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

Cairns Central Shopping Centre
Cairns Marlin Marina which includes sailing, mountains and a marina

Cairns Marlin Marina

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

Cairns Marlin Marina
Esplanade Lagoon featuring a coastal town and a hotel

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.

Esplanade Lagoon
Cairns Convention Centre, Queensland: Aerial Photo of Iconic Architecture, Urban Landscape, Waterfront, and City Infrastructure in Tropical North Queensland, Australia

Cairns Convention Centre

Learn about the events happening at Cairns Convention Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

Cairns Convention Centre

Cairns North Hotel Deals

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

4 out of 5
209-217 Abbott Street Cairns North QLD
The price is NT$3,428 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
NT$3,428
NT$3,771 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Hotel looks a bit tired and worn-out but rooms were clean. Staff friendly but inconsistent with information.

Reviewed on 2026/3/1

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is NT$3,021 per night from Mar 19 to Mar 20
NT$3,021
NT$3,323 total
Mar 19 - Mar 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Great location. The view.

Reviewed on 2026/3/1

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Hotel Tropiq

Hotel Tropiq

3.5 out of 5
179 Sheridan Street Cairns North QLD
The price is NT$2,320 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
NT$2,320
NT$2,552 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7/10 Good! (514 reviews)
Not really sure it was great

Reviewed on 2026/2/20

Hotel Tropiq
Bohemia Resort Cairns

Bohemia Resort Cairns

3 out of 5
231 Mcleod Street Cairns North QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$1,419 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
NT$1,419
NT$1,560 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland ...
6.4/10 (1,000 reviews)
Cheap and awesome

Reviewed on 2026/2/22

Bohemia Resort Cairns
Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

4 out of 5
295 Sheridan Street Cairns North QLD
The price is NT$3,618 per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11
NT$3,618
NT$3,979 total
Mar 10 - Mar 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Room is quiet, clean and maintained

Reviewed on 2026/2/27

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court

3.5 out of 5
167-173 Sheridan St Cairns North QLD
The price is NT$2,079 per night from Mar 14 to Mar 15
NT$2,079
NT$2,287 total
Mar 14 - Mar 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
1, the whole room had a weird small that wasn't pleasant. 2, TV wasn't a smart tv and couldn't watch anything. 3, Show had a leak and the whole fool got flooded. 4, the hallway was dirty and never got clean. 5, random people were sitting outside.

Reviewed on 2026/2/23

Cairns Queens Court
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Other neighborhoods around Cairns North

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Manunda

Shopping, gardens, and spas are some highlights of Manunda. You might stop by Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Cairns Performing Arts Centre while you're in the area.

Manunda
Cairns which includes a city

Cairns Central Business District

4.5/5(264 area reviews)

Cairns Central Business District is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Tropical North Waterfront.

Cairns Central Business District
Aerial view above Rhodes with views to Wentworth Point and Concord West with Parramatta River in Sydney NSW Australia

Parramatta Park

Parramatta Park is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cazaly's Stadium and Barlow Park.

Parramatta Park
Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens

Edge Hill

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Edge Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens or Mount Whitfield Conservation Park.

Edge Hill
Jack Barnes Bicentennial Mangrove Boardwalk in a coastal area of the Coral Sea in Cairns, Northern Queensland, Australia

Aeroglen

If you're spending some time in Aeroglen, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Skydive The Reef Cairns are top sights worth seeing.

Aeroglen
CAIRNS, AUSTRALIA - 27 MARCH 2016. The Esplanade in Cairns with

Westcourt

You'll enjoy the casinos and shopping in Westcourt. You might want to make time for a stop at DFO Cairns or Cazalys Cairns.

Westcourt

Cairns North