Machans Beach

Cairns

Popular places to visit

Cairns Esplanade showing a luxury hotel or resort, a pool and swimming

Cairns Esplanade

4.5/5(57 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(39 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
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
Esplanade Lagoon which includes a hotel and a coastal town

Esplanade Lagoon

4.5/5(30 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 Night Markets

Cairns Night Markets

4/5(18 reviews)

During your trip to Cairns, 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.

Cairns Night Markets
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway showing rainforest and forest scenes

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station

4.5/5(67 reviews)

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

train on bridge in cairns

Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour

RM579
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
passengers aboard amphibious DUKW drive through jungles in Cairns

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest

RM90
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns

Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns

RM291
per adult
Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

RM581
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Koala

Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets

RM108
per adult
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
Dancers performing at the Rainforestation Nature Park in Australia

Kuranda Rainforestation Nature Park: ,Culture & Wildlife Tour (R1)

RM333
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Rainforestation Nature Park: ,Culture & Wildlife Tour (R1)
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Top hotels in Machans Beach

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is RM299 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
RM299
RM328 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
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! (1,031 reviews)
"😊"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
The price is RM467 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
RM467
RM514 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,027 reviews)
"Property was quiet and staff were very helpful. Would have chosen somewhere closer to downtown but access to public transport was easy"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn

5 out of 5
85 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is RM526 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
RM526
RM579 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (984 reviews)
"Great service and wonderful location."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Crystalbrook Flynn
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road, Cairns, QLD
The price is RM686 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
RM686
RM755 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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! (1,021 reviews)
"Convenient location Excellent service Great rooms"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is RM644 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
RM644
RM709 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, but a little tired in certain areas. The pool had quite a few tiles missing, but not to the detriment of a swim. The surroundings of the pool had plenty of sun lounges, but a few more umbrellas would be good. All in all a very enjoyable stay and would stay again."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Hilton Cairns
Hotel Tropiq

Hotel Tropiq

3.5 out of 5
179 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is RM398 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
RM398
RM438 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
6.8/10 (430 reviews)
"Always staying here when going to town. Clean, big rooms, easy parking near by and walking distance to the water and shops. The friendly staff is always happy to give great recommendations about food and thing to do. Can highly recommend staying here!"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Hotel Tropiq
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Other neighbourhoods around Machans Beach

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Holloways Beach

Beaches, restaurants and gardens are just a few things travellers enjoy about Holloways Beach. Check out Yorkeys Knob Beach or Holloways Beach while you're exploring the area.

Holloways Beach
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Aeroglen

If you're spending some time in Aeroglen, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Skydive The Reef Cairns are top sights worth seeing.

Aeroglen
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Whitfield

While there might not be top attractions in Whitfield, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.

Whitfield
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Barron

Barron might not have many top sights, but Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Barron
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Edge Hill

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Edge Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens or Mount Whitfield Conservation Park.

Edge Hill
Cairns Esplanade featuring a pool, a luxury hotel or resort and swimming

Cairns North

Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Cairns North. Make a stop by top sights like Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're exploring the area.

Cairns North

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