Clifton Beach

Cairns

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Clifton Beach
Clifton Beach
Clifton Beach
Clifton Beach

Popular places to visit

Clifton Beach showing tropical scenes and a park

Clifton Beach

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

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

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

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

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 showing 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

Cairns Night Markets

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

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

HK$1,075
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
passengers aboard amphibious DUKW drive through jungles in Cairns

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest

HK$167
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Wildlife Park

Kuranda Rainforestation Nature Park Ticket (BNP)

HK$359
per adult
Kuranda Rainforestation Nature Park Ticket (BNP)
Koala

Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets

HK$200
per adult
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
Kuranda Koala Gardens General Entry Ticket

Kuranda Koala Gardens General Entry Ticket

HK$113
per adult
Kuranda Koala Gardens General Entry Ticket
Rainforestation Nature Park & Kuranda Scenic Railway Tour

Rainforestation Nature Park & Kuranda Scenic Railway Tour (R1BT)

HK$948
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Rainforestation Nature Park & Kuranda Scenic Railway Tour (R1BT)
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Top hotels in Clifton Beach

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is HK$591 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
HK$591
HK$650 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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 30 Sept 2025

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
The price is HK$862 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
HK$862
HK$948 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 28 Sept 2025

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn

5 out of 5
85 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is HK$972 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
HK$972
HK$1,069 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 29 Sept 2025

Crystalbrook Flynn
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road, Cairns, QLD
The price is HK$1,267 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
HK$1,267
HK$1,394 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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! (1,021 reviews)
"Convenient location Excellent service Great rooms"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is HK$1,190 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
HK$1,190
HK$1,309 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, but a little tired in certain areas. The pool had quite a few tiles missing, but not to the detriment of a swim. The surroundings of the pool had plenty of sun lounges, but a few more umbrellas would be good. All in all a very enjoyable stay and would stay again."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Hilton Cairns
Hotel Tropiq

Hotel Tropiq

3.5 out of 5
179 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is HK$736 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
HK$736
HK$809 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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 30 Sept 2025

Hotel Tropiq
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Other neighbourhoods around Clifton Beach

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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 featuring surfing, landscape views and tropical scenes

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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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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