Yorkeys Knob

Cairns

Yorkeys Knob showing tranquil scenes and mountains
Yorkeys Knob showing a beach and general coastal views
Yorkeys Knob
Yorkeys Knob which includes a playground
Yorkeys Knob showing general coastal views and a beach

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
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
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
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 Night Markets showing markets as well as a small group of people

Cairns Night Markets

During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the local tours.

Cairns Night Markets
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway showing forests and rainforest

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station

Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car.

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station

Things to do

passengers aboard amphibious DUKW drive through jungles in Cairns

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest

￥3,299
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Cairns: Koalas and Creatures Entry Ticket

Cairns: Koalas and Creatures Entry Ticket

￥2,030
per adult
Cairns: Koalas and Creatures Entry Ticket
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

￥21,266
per traveler
92% of travellers recommend
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Koala

Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets

￥3,959
per adult
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns

Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns

￥10,658
per adult
Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns
train on bridge in cairns

Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour

￥21,215
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
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Yorkeys Knob Hotel Deals

Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort

Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort

4 out of 5
12-14 Deauville Close Yorkeys Knob QLD
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Half Moon Bay Golf Course and Yorkeys ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)
Great apt close to cairns

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025

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Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
The price is ￥12,095 per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
￥12,095
￥13,305 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
staff very friendly. clean room

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is ￥18,753 per night from Dec 10 to Dec 11
￥18,753
￥20,628 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Staff were amazing. We called room service for toilet paper At night came quickly. We also called for conditioner at night it also came quick. Room was spacious clean and serviced daily. View was amazing of cairns harbour and the reef boats.. Breakfast was excellent. Room service for food wasnt the ...

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

Hilton Cairns
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is ￥15,950 per night from Dec 23 to Dec 24
￥15,950
￥17,545 total
Dec 23 - Dec 24
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! (1,000 reviews)
Very helpful and friendly staff, clean, good price, great location.

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is ￥21,222 per night from Dec 19 to Dec 20
￥21,222
￥23,344 total
Dec 19 - Dec 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Nice place to stay , good location if you need a boat out to the reef, easy walk to shops and places to eat.

Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley

5 out of 5
131-141 Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is ￥18,987 per night from Dec 18 to Dec 19
￥18,987
￥20,886 total
Dec 18 - Dec 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Very convenient for our stay in hospital

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025

Crystalbrook Riley
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Other neighborhoods around Yorkeys Knob

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Trinity Park

When in Trinity Park, you can plan a visit to Half Moon Bay Golf Course and Moon River Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Trinity Park
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway which includes rainforest and landscape views

Smithfield

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Smithfield. You might want to make time for a stop at Smithfield Shopping Centre or Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station.

Smithfield
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Holloways Beach

Beaches, restaurants, and gardens are some highlights of Holloways Beach. Make a stop by Yorkeys Knob Beach or Holloways Beach while you're exploring.

Holloways Beach
Trinity Beach showing landscape views, tropical scenes and a beach

Trinity Beach

Travelers to Trinity Beach praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach.

Trinity Beach
Kewarra Beach. The best of Cairns' northern beaches. Stunning.

Kewarra Beach

Unique features of Kewarra Beach include the beaches and golf courses. Make a stop by Kewarra Beach or Kuranda National Park while you're exploring the area.

Kewarra Beach
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Machans Beach

Though Machans Beach might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Australian Armour and Artillery Museum.

Machans Beach

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