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 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 featuring a pool, a luxury hotel or resort 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
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
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 featuring a coastal town and a hotel

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 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

Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour

Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour

€66
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

€120
per traveller
90% 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

€18
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Combo image of scenic train ride and Rainforestation

Kuranda Scenic Rail & Rainforestation Tour

€164
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Rainforestation Tour
train on bridge in cairns

Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour

€120
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
Dancers performing at the Rainforestation Nature Park in Australia

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

€67
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Rainforestation Nature Park: ,Culture & Wildlife Tour (R1)
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Top hotels in Clifton Beach

Agincourt Beachfront Apartments
Agincourt Beachfront Apartments
3.5 out of 5
69-73 Arlington Esplanade Clifton Beach, Clifton Beach, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (492 reviews)
"This was a great condo in a great area right across from the ocean. There is no air conditioning in the master bedroom so the was hot for sleeping."

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2025

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Agincourt Beachfront Apartments
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 out of 5
122 Lake St, Cairns, QLD
The price is €132 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
€132
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
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! (617 reviews)
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Reviewed on 31 Jan 2025

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is €121 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
€121
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
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! (1,001 reviews)
"I had a great time!!!"

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2025

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Pullman Cairns International
Pullman Cairns International
5 out of 5
17 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is €136 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
€136
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"It is good"

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2025

Pullman Cairns International
Crystalbrook Riley
Crystalbrook Riley
5 out of 5
131-141 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is €156 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
€156
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Very well situated. Helpful personable staff the room needed a little more storage space and bathroom more hooks to hang wet towels (this is being picky)"

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2025

Crystalbrook Riley
Crystalbrook Bailey
Crystalbrook Bailey
5 out of 5
163 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is €123 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
€123
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (666 reviews)
"Great service, great food, nice room, great location"

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2025

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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 Vie Spa Palm Cove, 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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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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