Clifton Beach

Cairns

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Clifton Beach
Clifton Beach
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Clifton Beach

Popular places to visit

Clifton Beach featuring tropical scenes and a garden

Clifton Beach

4/5(7 reviews)

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

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
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 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
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

Things to do

Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour

Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour

RM723
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

RM575
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
train on bridge in cairns

Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour

RM579
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
Breakfast with a Koala

Breakfast with the Koalas at Hartley's Crocodile Park from Cairns or Palm Cove

RM443
per adult
Breakfast with the Koalas at Hartley's Crocodile Park from Cairns or Palm Cove
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and Kuranda Scenic Train

From Port Douglas Tour including Kuranda, Skyrail & Scenic Train

RM665
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Port Douglas Tour including Kuranda, Skyrail & Scenic Train
Dancers performing at the Rainforestation Nature Park in Australia

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

RM332
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Rainforestation Nature Park: ,Culture & Wildlife Tour (R1)
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Top hotels in Clifton Beach

Hilton Cairns
Hilton Cairns
5 out of 5
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is RM795 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
RM795
RM874 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Lovely stay. Great location. Will be back"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Hilton Cairns
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4 out of 5
209-217 The Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM536 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
RM536
RM590 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The staff were always very cheerful even though they were constantly busy. Just over 1km walk to downtown and the docks to depart to Great Barrier Reef. If you like cheap eats like me, I enjoyed walking to Roti Shack for a yummy roti (Caribbean savory wrap) and wish I did it more than once."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is RM433 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
RM433
RM476 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Perfect"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street, Cairns, QLD
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Great hotel and fantastic location. We were at walking distance from everywhere in Cairns and also well connected to any day-trips. And the staff is lovely too."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

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Pacific Hotel Cairns
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 out of 5
122 Lake St, Cairns, QLD
The price is RM723 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
RM723
RM795 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (689 reviews)
"Great position"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Crystalbrook Bailey
Crystalbrook Bailey
5 out of 5
163 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is RM744 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
RM744
RM819 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (773 reviews)
"Always a great stay at any of the Crystalbrook Hotels in Cairns. Way more modern and high standard than many others. Had a minor issue with the TV which was fixed promptly. Front desk allowed me to check in early which solved a small logistical problem. Awesome as ever!!"

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Crystalbrook Bailey
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Other neighbourhoods around Clifton Beach

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Macalister Range

While visiting Macalister Range, you might make a stop by sights like Macalister Range National Park and Kuranda National Park.

Macalister Range
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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
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Palm Cove

Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Palm Cove Beach and Kuranda National Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.

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

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
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Ellis Beach

Ellis Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Macalister Range National Park and Wet Tropics of Queensland.

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

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