Stratford Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Stratford
Activities
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
NZ$52
per adult
Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour
NZ$178
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$148
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour
NZ$334
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Stratford Hotel Deals
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is NZ$409 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$409
19 July - 20 July
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)
"Lovely room and hotel Restaurant now inside hotel and more low key Staff excellent as always"
Reviewed on 5 July 2026
Crystalbrook Flynn
68/72 Abbott St Cairns QLD
The price is NZ$384 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$384
29 July - 30 July
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,011 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
Reviewed on 7 July 2026
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
The price is NZ$326 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$326
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Great location. Wonderful staff. Great property. Excellent value. Buffet breakfast is a good value. Literally surrounded by a vast array of dining choices. Including the hotel’s own restaurant. Easy walk to train station."
Reviewed on 7 July 2026
Hilton Cairns
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is NZ$394 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
NZ$394
6 Aug - 7 Aug
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 room was quiet and comfortable. The buffet breakfast was excellent and the staff were very helpful."
Reviewed on 29 June 2026
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is NZ$333 per night from 22 July to 23 July
NZ$333
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,054 reviews)
"Had a great stay at the place, room was nice, bathrooms though could do with some renovations. Very helpful staff and great breakfast, would definitely stay again. Thank you"
Reviewed on 7 July 2026
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
The price is NZ$231 per night from 22 July to 23 July
NZ$231
22 July - 23 July
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! (1,001 reviews)
"A great stay! Was not walkable to the main esplanade is the only real complaint. Staff was super quick and helpful when our smoke detector went off in the middle of the night. The pool area looked great, especially for families, but we did not use due to timing of other activities."
Reviewed on 5 July 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 Stratford
Find the best Stratford 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 Vie Spa Palm Cove, 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 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 North Beach might round out your trip.
Clifton Beach
Clifton Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while in the area.
