Macalister Range

Cairns

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Popular places to visit

Cairns and Northern Beaches

Cairns Cable Ski

Hit the slopes at Cairns Cable Ski during your trip to Macalister Range. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

Cairns Cable Ski
Cairns Esplanade featuring a pool, a luxury hotel or resort and swimming

Cairns Esplanade

4.5/5(62 reviews)

Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.

Cairns Esplanade
Palm Cove Beach

Palm Cove Beach

4.5/5(33 reviews)

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 which includes a hotel and a coastal town

Esplanade Lagoon

4.5/5(29 reviews)

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 Marlin Marina

Cairns Marlin Marina

4.5/5(25 reviews)

Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.

Cairns Marlin Marina
Cairns Night Markets

Cairns Night Markets

4/5(36 reviews)

During your visit to Cairns, 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

Things to do

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

CA $187
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour

Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour

CA $259
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour
Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour

Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour

CA $214
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class

Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets

CA $248
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets
train on bridge in cairns

Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour

CA $188
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
Cairns's Newest Catamaran

Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran

CA $241
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran
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Macalister Range Hotel Deals

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

5 out of 5
Port Douglas Road, Port Douglas, QLD
The price is CA $429 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
CA $429
CA $472 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Port Douglas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 12 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (961 reviews)
"My Wife and I had a very enjoyable stay at the Grand Sheraton Mirage Port Douglas. The staff were amazing, the facilities were amazing and the buffet breakfast was fantastic. We would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on Jul. 11, 2025

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is CA $244 per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
CA $244
CA $268 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Reef
"Super convenient to the Marina."

Reviewed on Jul. 17, 2025

Hilton Cairns
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 The Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
The price is CA $188 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
CA $188
CA $207 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Great stay although only downside was lack of plates and knives and mugs etc."

Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2025

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is CA $145 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
CA $145
CA $160 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"The property offered various pool options suitable for family with young children, adults and in between. Breakfast options were delicious Highly recommend and will definitely stay again"

Reviewed on Jul. 14, 2025

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn

5 out of 5
85 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is CA $267 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
CA $267
CA $293 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (902 reviews)
"I have written what I thought about it and couldn't find a fault -do I really have to elaborate?"

Reviewed on Jul. 15, 2025

Crystalbrook Flynn
Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is CA $218 per night from Aug 1 to Aug 2
CA $218
CA $240 total
Aug 1 - Aug 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
"Great hotel and fantastic location. We were at walking distance from everywhere in Cairns and also well connected to any day-trips. And the staff is lovely too."

Reviewed on Jul. 8, 2025

Pacific Hotel Cairns
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Other neighbourhoods around Macalister Range

Clifton Beach featuring mountains, golf and a luxury hotel or resort

Clifton Beach

Travelers come to Clifton Beach for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while you're in town.

Clifton Beach
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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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Palm Cove

Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Palm Cove Beach and Kuranda National Park.

Palm Cove
Trinity Beach which includes landscape views, surfing 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
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Ellis Beach

Ellis Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Macalister Range National Park and Wet Tropics of Queensland.

Ellis Beach
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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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