Machans Beach
Cairns
Visit Machans Beach
Things to do

Fitzroy Island Adventures - Full Day or Half Day

Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest

Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef

Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour

Wavedancer Low Isles Cruise on Luxury Sailing Catamaran
Top hotels in Machans Beach

Pacific Hotel Cairns
"Clean , Freshly furnished, good view over the sea . Staff were friendly , and helpful , they kept my water bottle safe that I left at reception on check in . Room service was very good . Very close to the venue I had a conference. Central as well . Good location ."
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Hilton Cairns

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
"We weren’t able to check in early as fully booked but at least we could eat lunch by the pool. Our room was large and a renovated bathroom with full kitchen yoo. We had a king bed each!"
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
"Clean room. Friendly staff"
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

Cairns Plaza Hotel
"Good place to stay on the outskirts of the CBD. Ocean view with balcony. The bathroom configuration was a little weird, but overall the apartment is clean and spacious."
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026
Where to stay in Machans Beach

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

Cairns Central Business District
Cairns Central Business District is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina.

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.

Cairns North
The beaches and abundant 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.

Clifton Beach
Clifton Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while in the area.




















