the relaxed, apartment-style suites feature lounge areas, kitchenettes and flat-screen tvs, plus balconies with full or partial ocean views. amenities include an outdoor saltwater pool, a hot tub and tennis courts, plus a bbq grill. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. wi-fi is available for a fee. parking is free. overlooking the pacific ocean, this upscale hotel is 8 km from cairns tropical zoo, 9 km from the skyrail rainforest cableway and 20 km from cairns Cairns Airport 18 min
Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park (11 min) Sprawling eatery in an Indigenous cultural centre, delivering homestyle meals and a buffet. AJ Hackett Cairns (8 min) Adventure park featuring bungee jumping, a giant swing & a lookout tower with jungle & ocean views. Kuranda Koala Gardens (28 min) Wildlife park where guests can hold koalas & view animals like kangaroos, snakes, lizards & wombats. Australian Butterfly Sanctuary (27 min) Rainforest-like aviary featuring over 2000 butterflies, plus educational exhibits & a gift shop. Kuranda Heritage Markets (28 min) Covered market in a rainforest setting with stalls offering a variety of food, crafts & souvenirs. Barron Gorge National Park (32 min) Riverside park with dense tropical rainforests, plus trails leading to waterfall & gorge views. Birdworld Kuranda (28 min) Rainforest habitat with waterfalls & ponds, sheltering macaws, rainbow lorikeets & cockatoos. Rainforestation Nature Park (23 min) Veggie and BBQ buffets at 2 outdoor venues set in the lush tropical gardens of a nature reserve. Kuranda Scenic Railway (30 min) Rainforest and koala Skyrail Rainforest Cableway (11 min) 7.5-km. rides in enclosed gondolas over rainforest canopy, with walks at 2 stations along the way. Cairns Botanic Gardens (20 min) Guided & audio tours are offered at this botanical garden with a notable tropical plant collection. Barron Falls (31 min) A scenic trail leads to lookout points for this 250-m. cascade of water from the Barron River. Double Island (13 min) Snorkeling and kayaking Palm Cove Beach (14 min) Beach backed by an esplanade with palm trees & cafes, popular for swimming & fishing on a jetty. Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets (28 min) Charming outdoor stalls with locals selling crafts, clothing, produce & homemade goods. |