Manunda
Cairns
Popular places to visit

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

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.

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

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.

Cairns Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Cairns Convention Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
Things to do

Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise

Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets

Wavedancer Low Isles Cruise on Luxury Sailing Catamaran

Hartley's Crocodile Adventures General Admission

Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour

Silverswift Dive & Snorkel Cruise
Top hotels in Manunda

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Room very small, hotel very busy, there was no where to sit out and have a glass of wine, poolside cafe only. Our room was very small and sheets stained badly. Would have been ok for one night but I was sad I had to spend 3 days there. Travelling so seeing many hotels
Reviewed on 12 Mar, 2026

Palm Royale Cairns
O hotel tem um excelente custo benefício. Ele fica um pouco afastado da orla da praia, do ferry, e do "movimento" mas pelo preço, compensa. A piscina é enorme e bem gostosa. O quarto é bem confortável, grande e chuveiro bom. A mulher que fez o nosso check-in não foi muito atenciosa. Inclusive até ...
Reviewed on 13 Feb, 2026

NRMA Cairns Holiday Park
Booked room with wi-fi and toilet in room. WiFi was terrible. Had to go outside to use it. Had to go to outside toilet and shower that had to be shared with others. Wasn’t comfortable with that in middle of the night. Ordered a taxi at front desk for taxi to airport. It didn’t show but we manage ...
Reviewed on 28 Feb, 2026

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Great location!!
Reviewed on 13 Mar, 2026

Hilton Cairns
The room was lovely with a little view of the ocean, however they must have had new staff and we had an issue with wifi and the app required for the garage. She took ages and finally another staff helped her and said we could as we had an appointment to attend.
Reviewed on 14 Mar, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Good clean and
Reviewed on 14 Mar, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Manunda

Parramatta Park
Parramatta Park is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cazaly's Stadium and Barlow Park.

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.

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.

Bungalow
The beaches and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Bungalow. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Cazalys Cairns and Barlow Park are a few top sights nearby.

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.

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.

