Palm Cove Travel Guide
Cairns
Popular places to visit
Palm Cove Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Palm Cove Beach during your travels in Cairns? While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its spas.
Cairns Esplanade
Cairns Esplanade is just one of the places to see in Cairns, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
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.
Cairns Marlin Marina
Explore the waterfront in Tropical North Waterfront with a trip to Cairns Marlin Marina. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
Esplanade Lagoon
Enjoy an outing to Esplanade Lagoon during your stay in Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
Cairns Night Markets
During your trip to Tropical North Waterfront, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.
Top hotels in Palm Cove
Drift Palm Cove
The room could have been cleaner on arrival, however overall we were happy with our stay.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Oasis at Palm Cove
The reception staff were so lovely - friendly and helpful. The apartment was clean, tastefully furnished and the kitchen had every utensil you could ever want! The pool was fab too. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to stay in Palm Cove.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Peppers Beach Club and Spa - Palm Cove
Great place to stay
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
The Reef Retreat
A lovely place to stay with beautiful surroundings. However, the service was somewhat limited — amenities such as tea, coffee, soap, and shampoo were not replenished regularly and had to be requested. Aside from that, it’s a wonderful spot for a stay
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa
Good clean room, resort was great. Main pool was too warm, not a lot of options for dining. Would be good to have a changing menu.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
Room could have been cleaned a bit better. Needs a deep clean. Unfortunately we experienced bugs in the kitchen, lounge and bedroom. We found the towels a bit
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Palm Cove
Clifton Beach
Clifton Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Clifton Village Shopping Centre and Clifton Beach while in the area.
Ellis Beach
Ellis Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Wet Tropics of Queensland and Macalister Range National Park.
Macalister Range
While visiting Macalister Range, you might make a stop by sights like Kuranda National Park and Wet Tropics of Queensland.
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.
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.
Trinity Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Trinity Park and surrounding area, you can visit Half Moon Bay Golf Course and Moon River Beach.
