Macalister Range Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Macalister Range
Stay near popular Macalister Range attractions
Activities
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
NZ$52
per adult
Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour
NZ$332
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour
NZ$177
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
NZ$41
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise
NZ$147
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Macalister Range Hotel Deals
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Port Douglas Road Port Douglas QLD
The price is NZ$550 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$550
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Port Douglas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 12 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"This property is spacious and nicely located along the 4 Mile Beach, but it is not easily walkable to the town nor any restaurants nearby. The facilities/pools seemed like they could use a deep cleaning although our room seemed to be updated and clean. The restaurants on site are quite good."
Reviewed on 29 July 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD
The price is NZ$395 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$395
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
The price is NZ$276 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
NZ$276
5 Sept - 6 Sept
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"👍👍"
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026
The Oceanfront Cairns
223-227 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is NZ$200 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$200
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre are located ...
5.2/10 (37 reviews)
"Our only complaint was lack of power points in the room to accommodate phone chargers etc."
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026
Crystalbrook Flynn
68/72 Abbott St Cairns QLD
The price is NZ$372 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
NZ$372
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Hilton Cairns
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is NZ$275 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
NZ$275
4 Sept - 5 Sept
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)
"Breakfast was great and the location was prime."
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026
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.
Our guide on where to stay in Macalister Range
Find the best Macalister Range areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Palm Cove
Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Palm Cove Beach and Kuranda National Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.
Cairns Central Business District
Cairns Central Business District is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Cairns 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.
Cairns North
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Cairns North. A stop by Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Cairns Mudflats might round out your trip.
Clifton Beach
Clifton Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Palm Cove Beach and Clifton Beach while in the area.
