Tropical North Waterfront Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Tropical North Waterfront
- Our pick of the best Tropical North Waterfront Hotel Deals
- Holiday Rentals in Tropical North Waterfront
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is NZ$296 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
NZ$296
19 Apr - 20 Apr
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! (1,003 reviews)
Property Is very dated and dirty
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Hilton Cairns
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is NZ$254 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
NZ$254
19 Apr - 20 Apr
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! (1,003 reviews)
Mountain view was impressive we were fortune to watch a cruise ship dock a few meters from our hotel
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$218 per night from 18 Apr to 19 Apr
NZ$218
18 Apr - 19 Apr
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
yes
Reviewed on 9 Apr 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.
Mantra Trilogy
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! (1,307 reviews)
We always stay here in Mantra Trilogy. It's close to everything.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Vision Apartments
125-129 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (436 reviews)
I've lived in Australia for ten years, and this is my fourth holiday in Cairns. I usually stay in the suburbs, but this time I specifically chose this five-star serviced apartment in the city center. The apartment's facilities and location are excellent. However, I find it hard to understand: I booked ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
BreakFree Royal Harbour
60 Abbott St Cairns QLD
Stay at this aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free parking, a fitness centre and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
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
Soak up the city’s relaxed atmosphere and admire the sunset over the Coral Sea as you wander along this popular walkway.
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.
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.
Cairns Marlin Marina
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.
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.
Activities
Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour
NZ$317
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
NZ$47
per adult
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
NZ$39
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets
NZ$330
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
NZ$305
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
- Reef Fleet Terminal
- Cairns Marlin Marina
- Esplanade Lagoon
- Cairns Convention Centre
- Cairns Night Markets
- Cairns Performing Arts Centre
- St Monica's Cathedral
- Reef Teach
- Cairns Esplanade
- Palm Cove Beach
- Cairns Base Hospital
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station
- Clifton Beach
- Yorkeys Knob Beach
- Smithfield Shopping Centre
- Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
- Australian Armour and Artillery Museum
- Skyrail Kuranda Cableway Station
- Crystal Cascades
