Clifton Beach

Cairns

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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
Clifton Beach featuring general coastal views and a beach as well as a small group of people

Popular places to visit

Clifton Beach which includes a park and tropical scenes

Clifton Beach

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

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

Cairns Esplanade

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 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 featuring a coastal town and a hotel

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
Cairns Night Markets showing markets as well as a small group of people

Cairns Night Markets

During your visit to Cairns, you can search for that perfect souvenir 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

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

￥20,514
per traveler
92% of travellers recommend
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
train on bridge in cairns

Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour

￥20,465
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
Rainforestation Nature Park & Kuranda Scenic Railway Tour

Rainforestation Nature Park & Kuranda Scenic Railway Tour (R1BT)

￥18,115
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Rainforestation Nature Park & Kuranda Scenic Railway Tour (R1BT)
passengers aboard amphibious DUKW drive through jungles in Cairns

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest

￥3,182
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Trainer feeding crocodile at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures in Australia

Hartley's Crocodile Adventures Half-Day Tour

￥12,240
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hartley's Crocodile Adventures Half-Day Tour
Combo image of scenic train ride and Rainforestation

Kuranda Scenic Rail & Rainforestation Tour

￥28,201
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Rainforestation Tour
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Clifton Beach Hotel Deals

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is ￥11,263 per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
￥11,263
￥12,389 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
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! (1,036 reviews)
"Basic room was clean & staff were lovely"

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
The price is ￥15,609 per night from Oct 23 to Oct 24
￥15,609
￥17,252 total
Oct 23 - Oct 24
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 Sep 28, 2025

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn

5 out of 5
85 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is ￥18,520 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
￥18,520
￥20,372 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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! (985 reviews)
"The hotel is in the centre of Cairns explenade. The room is beautiful (level 12) Only the mattress its too soft, if someone has back issue or chronic pain, better let the staff know. For the rest 10/10 ."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Crystalbrook Flynn
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road, Cairns, QLD
The price is ￥24,132 per night from Oct 27 to Oct 28
￥24,132
￥26,545 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Convenient location Excellent service Great rooms"

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is ￥24,901 per night from Oct 10 to Oct 11
￥24,901
￥27,391 total
Oct 10 - Oct 11
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Could not be closer for the tours of the barrier reef I would definitely be staying there again"

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

Hilton Cairns
Hotel Tropiq

Hotel Tropiq

3.5 out of 5
179 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is ￥11,462 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
￥11,462
￥12,608 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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 (433 reviews)
"Inexpensive, Great Pool, Clean, FANTASTIC Staff"

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

Hotel Tropiq
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Other neighborhoods 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 you can see some sights in the area like Palm Cove Beach and Kuranda National Park.

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

Trinity Beach

Travelers to Trinity Beach praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach.

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

When in Trinity Park, you can plan a visit to Half Moon Bay Golf Course and Moon River Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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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