Tropical North Waterfront
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Hilton Cairns
Very sloppy room service.Its below standard for a 5 star hotel.
Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Clean room and good location
Reviewed on Apr 21, 2026

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
The hotel is aged and somewhat dilapidated and in need of renovation. Seemed clear that minimal funds were being spent on maintenance. But the room was clean and the staff were nice. Central location is good.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

Mantra Trilogy
We always stay here in Mantra Trilogy. It's close to everything.
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026

Cairns City Apartments
The property manager was really accommodating provided clean instructions on everything. The apartment is central to shops, restaurants and public transport. Would definitely book this property again
Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025

Vision Apartments
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 Mar 5, 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.

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 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 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 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.
Things to do

Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest

Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise

Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
- Reef Fleet Terminal
- Cairns Central Shopping Centre
- Cairns Marlin Marina
- Esplanade Lagoon
- Cairns Convention Centre
- Cairns Night Markets
- St Monica's Cathedral
- Cairns Esplanade
- Palm Cove Beach
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station
- Smithfield Shopping Centre
- Clifton Beach
- Australian Armour and Artillery Museum
- Skyrail Kuranda Cableway Station
- Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets
- Rainforestation Nature Park



