What is Clifton Beach like?

Clifton Beach is a welcoming neighborhood known for its beautiful beaches. Are you looking for Clifton Beach travel tips? Be sure to check out Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while you're in the neighborhood.

What's a favorite hotel to stay in Clifton Beach?

Based on our traveler data, Agincourt Beachfront Apartments is one of the top choices for your stay in Clifton Beach. This aparthotel is a short 9-minute walk from Palm Cove Beach, and it offers an outdoor pool and free parking.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Clifton Beach area?

Expedia has 63 hotels and other accommodations in Clifton Beach to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Cairns area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Clifton Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in Clifton Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Clifton Beach?

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What is there to do in this Cairns neighborhood?

Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Clifton Beach, Palm Cove Beach, and Kewarra Beach while you're in Clifton Beach. A visit to Clifton Village Shopping Centre is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighborhood. Trinity Beach, Back Shot Beach, and Buchan Point are just a few of the places to visit in and around Clifton Beach. Earl Hill Conservation Park and Smithfield Conservation Park are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Cairns.

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Our top choices for Clifton Beach hotels

1. The Palms at Palm Cove

Palm Cove, 2.4 km from Clifton Beach

Karthik

￥25,227 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

2. Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Palm Cove, 2 km from Clifton Beach

Aydin

￥33,225 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

3. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

Palm Cove, 3 km from Clifton Beach

Brian

￥42,085 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

4. Mantra Amphora

Palm Cove, 2.5 km from Clifton Beach

Mary

￥26,802 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

Outdoor pool, open 7 AM to 9 PM, sun loungers

5. Drift Palm Cove

Palm Cove, 2.3 km from Clifton Beach

Peter

￥45,961 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

6. Mango Lagoon Resort & Wellness Spa

Palm Cove, 2.8 km from Clifton Beach

Nicole

￥44,015 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

7. Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Palm Cove, 2.3 km from Clifton Beach

Nancy

￥58,044 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

8. Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach, 3.3 km from Clifton Beach

catharine

￥26,027 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

9. Trinity Collective

Trinity Beach, 4.7 km from Clifton Beach

Michelle

￥23,270 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

10. On the Beach Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach, 3.6 km from Clifton Beach

Charlotte

￥24,728 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

11. BeachView Apartments at Villa Paradiso

Palm Cove, 2.9 km from Clifton Beach

Julie

￥103,338 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

12. Palm Cove Studio Apartments

Palm Cove, 3 km from Clifton Beach

Nicola

￥22,769 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

2 Bedroom Deluxe Beachfront Apartment | Balcony

13. Sea Point On Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach, 3.5 km from Clifton Beach

Steven

￥39,073 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

14. Wallaby Hideaway

Trinity Beach, 3 km from Clifton Beach

￥37,960 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas

15. Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove

Palm Cove, 3 km from Clifton Beach

Zoran

￥28,241 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

16. Trinity Beach Pacific

Trinity Beach, 3.2 km from Clifton Beach

Sarah

￥29,097 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

17. Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows

Ellis Beach, 5.6 km from Clifton Beach

Michael

￥25,473 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

18. The Reef House Adults Retreat - Enjoy 28 Complimentary Inclusions

Palm Cove, 2.8 km from Clifton Beach

Kara-Jae

￥130,796 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

19. Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

17.8 km from Clifton Beach

Stephen John

￥7,962 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

20. Blue Lagoon Villa B

Trinity Beach, 3.1 km from Clifton Beach

"everything about this property was lovely. only thing, kids could find the gaming console (not that i minded lol) and the ad made it sound like the pool was just outside but infact its a small stroll down the road. still enjoyed our swim etc but was one of the deciding factors to stay here when we thought the pool was right there. But that's nothing major, everything else was as described and beds were comfy. would recommend :) "

Bernie

￥56,112 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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Where to stay in Clifton Beach

Find the best Clifton Beach areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Clifton Beach

A beach lined with tall palm trees and a clear blue sky.

Palm Cove

Relax on sandy beaches and swim in turquoise waters at a resort town between the Great Barrier Reef and the rain forests of tropical Far North Queensland.

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Cairns Central Business District

Cairns Central Business District is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Tropical North Waterfront.

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A sandy beach with clear blue water, surrounded by lush green trees and hills in the background.

Trinity Beach

Unwind on this tranquil stretch of golden beach, relax under the shade of swaying palm trees and explore Tropical North Queensland at your leisure.

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A sunset over a calm pool with palm trees and a gazebo.

Cairns North

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Cairns North. A stop by Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Cairns Mudflats might round out your trip.

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A sandy beach with waves, mountains in the background, and a person walking with a child.

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.

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Top Clifton Beach Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

8/10 Good

"Excellent location, very close to many restaurants, night market, esplanade, etc. Decent hotel, friendly staff"

Cairns Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We absolutely loved our stay at the Plaza Hotel in Cairns! The location was fantastic — Muddies was right across the street and had really good food, and we were within easy walking distance of just about everything. We had a beautiful water view from our balcony, and one of our favorite surprises was being able to watch the flying foxes come in every evening — there were thousands of them! It was such a unique experience and something we looked forward to each night. The building also has a very nice laundry room, which was extremely convenient for travelers. The pier where you catch the boats to the Outer Reef is about a 15-minute walk away, making it easy to get out for reef excursions. Overall, we loved the location, the views, the convenience, and the little extras that made our stay special. We would definitely stay here again when we return to Cairns!"

Crystalbrook Bailey

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay overall. The only issue I had was that at check-in time I was told that I will only be charged for breakfast if I have it. However at check-out I was told I was being charged for 3 breakfasts per the entries by their restaurant staff. I was very surprised as I only had 1 breakfast, the front desk person rectified it, but it was disappointing to know that the charges were put in despite confirmation otherwise."

The Oceanfront Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"The view from our room was wonderful, though it was a fair walk to the main restaurant hub. It's a shame the property doesn't have a restaurant of its own operating, but there's one nearby. It looks like the place is being freshened up a bit, which is good. It has great potential. The air con in our room was a bit hit and miss, but luckily the weather was lovely. We enjoyed our stay here."

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Our top choices for Clifton Beach hotels

1. The Palms at Palm Cove

2. Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

3. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

4. Mantra Amphora

5. Drift Palm Cove

6. Mango Lagoon Resort & Wellness Spa

7. Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

8. Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

9. Trinity Collective

10. On the Beach Holiday Apartments

11. BeachView Apartments at Villa Paradiso

12. Palm Cove Studio Apartments

13. Sea Point On Trinity Beach

14. Wallaby Hideaway

15. Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove

16. Trinity Beach Pacific

17. Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows

18. The Reef House Adults Retreat - Enjoy 28 Complimentary Inclusions

19. Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

20. Blue Lagoon Villa B

Where to stay in Clifton Beach

Palm Cove

Cairns Central Business District

Trinity Beach

Cairns North

Yorkeys Knob

Top Clifton Beach Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

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