Clifton Beach

Cairns

Clifton Beach showing a luxury hotel or resort, golf and mountains
Clifton Beach showing a luxury hotel or resort, golf and mountains
Clifton Beach which includes general coastal views, tropical scenes and a sandy beach
Clifton Beach showing tropical scenes, a beach and general coastal views
Clifton Beach showing a sunset and general coastal views

Popular places to visit

Clifton Beach featuring tropical scenes and a garden

Clifton Beach

This quiet beach north of Cairns offers long stretches of white sand and clear water.

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

Cairns Esplanade

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

Cairns Esplanade
One of best things to do in Cairns is ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway. It's a 90 minute journey that takes you down the mountain to Cairns passing waterfalls, scenic lookouts and over old bridges. Catch the Skyrail up the mountain from Cairns and then catch the train back down. Or, vice versa.

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 Central Shopping Centre
Palm Cove Beach featuring a beach, tropical scenes and general coastal views

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.

Palm Cove Beach
Cairns Marlin Marina which includes sailing, mountains and a marina

Cairns Marlin Marina

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

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

Things to do

train on bridge in cairns

Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour

RM577
per adult
86% 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
80% of travellers recommend
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Koala

Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets

RM108
per adult
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
Wildlife Park

Kuranda Rainforestation Nature Park Ticket (BNP)

RM193
per adult
Kuranda Rainforestation Nature Park Ticket (BNP)
Combo image of scenic train ride and Rainforestation

Kuranda Scenic Rail & Rainforestation Tour

RM795
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Rainforestation Tour
Full Day Tour to Sunlover Cruises Moore Reef and Fitzroy Island

Full Day Tour to Sunlover Cruises Moore Reef and Fitzroy Island

RM815
per adult
Full Day Tour to Sunlover Cruises Moore Reef and Fitzroy Island
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Top hotels in Clifton Beach

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is RM569 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
RM569
RM625 total
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
Room is cleaned, staff is very friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
The price is RM322 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
RM322
RM354 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Clean room , friendly staff, great food, comfy beds.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is RM470 per night from 6 Feb to 7 Feb
RM470
RM517 total
6 Feb - 7 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
Nice room but air conditioning could not keep up. Great pool area. One of the best. Breakfast was average. Location is A plus

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Hilton Cairns
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

4.5 out of 5
122 Lake St Cairns QLD
The price is RM457 per night from 4 Feb to 5 Feb
RM457
RM502 total
4 Feb - 5 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (854 reviews)
Staff were great. Perfect location! everything we needed for a last minute getaway

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

4 out of 5
209-217 Abbott Street Cairns North QLD
The price is RM367 per night from 7 Feb to 8 Feb
RM367
RM404 total
7 Feb - 8 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
Amazing air con! So needed this every day. Bliss! Clean room, great size and fab view. Good breakfast. Great staff.

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD
The price is RM424 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
RM424
RM467 total
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,016 reviews)
I like the toilet and the bed.Spotless clean.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
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Other neighbourhoods around Clifton Beach

Kewarra Beach. The best of Cairns' northern beaches. Stunning.

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.

Kewarra Beach
Palm Cove showing a beach, a garden and tropical scenes

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.

Palm Cove
Trinity Beach showing a sandy beach, tropical scenes and landscape views

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 Beach
With a balcony boasting 180 degree views up and down the coastline Santai really is a special place to stay. plus - no kids allowed in the complex! So you can sip your poolside cocktails safe in the knowledge that no one is about to jump in and splash you...probably! www.cairnsluxuryapartments.com.au

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.

Ellis Beach
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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.

Trinity Park
Yorkeys Knob showing tranquil scenes and mountains

Yorkeys Knob

Yorkeys Knob is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Half Moon Bay Golf Course.

Yorkeys Knob

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