Macalister Range Travel Guide
Cairns
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Popular places to visit
Cairns Cable Ski
Hit the slopes at Cairns Cable Ski during your trip to Macalister Range. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
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.
Palm Cove Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Palm Cove Beach during your travels in Cairns? While in this relaxing area, find time to visit its spas.
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 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.
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.
Top hotels in Macalister Range
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
"Loved the Shangrila, only stayed one night before flight but would definitely come back and stay longer. Bed really comfy, great size room and bathroom. Great pool too."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
"Excellent pools and very helpful staff"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
"Thanks for a wonderful stay"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
"Microwa"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Pacific Hotel Cairns
"The staff were very helpful with accommodating my arrival on an early flight. A lovely big and light room!"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Crystalbrook Flynn
"Overall the stay was just OK. The couple of bad points… the shower pressure and temperature was woeful. We were on floor eleven - trying to get the temperature where it didn’t burn you or was cold was difficult to say the least. We also got charged three nights parking despite not being able to get ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Macalister Range
Palm Cove
Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Palm Cove Beach and Vie Spa Palm Cove, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.
Cairns Central Business District
Cairns Central Business District is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina.
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.
Cairns North
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Cairns North. A stop by Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Cairns North Beach might round out your trip.
Yorkeys Knob
Yorkeys Knob is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Half Moon Bay Golf Course and Yorkeys Knob Beach.
