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

€67
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

€122
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Stoney Creek Falls

Small Group Kuranda Tour via Kuranda Scenic Rail and Skyrail

€121
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Small Group Kuranda Tour via Kuranda Scenic Rail and Skyrail
train on bridge in cairns

Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour

€122
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
Combo image of scenic train ride and Rainforestation

Kuranda Scenic Rail & Rainforestation Tour

€168
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Rainforestation Tour
Dancers performing at the Rainforestation Nature Park in Australia

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

€69
Per adult
98% 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! (485 reviews)
"This place was perfect. We had a top floor ocean view, and I would not do that differently. The pool was beautiful, the view was beautiful. It was mostly very quiet. There was an easily walkable path along the beach, really lovely. Everything you needed in the apartment was there and it’s easy to ..."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2024

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Agincourt Beachfront Apartments
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is €86 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
€86
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"I booked two rooms on the first night and then a family room on the second night. We had to wait for the family room to become available after 2.00pm after checking out at 10.00am when I'm sure they could have switched us straight over. We are locals and were checking the place out for future visitors ..."

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2024

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road, Cairns, QLD
The price is €165 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
€165
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay. B"

Reviewed on 18 Nov 2024

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is €152 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
€152
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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! (1,004 reviews)
Excellent hotel in great location.
"This hotel is perfectly located. It's close to the wharf, for all water activities and close to shopping. Restaurants abound in the area. A great bonus are the laundry facilities on three different floors, and a lovely pool area. The staff is excellent and very accommodating especially Saul. Highly ..."

Reviewed on 22 Nov 2024

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Crystalbrook Bailey
Crystalbrook Bailey
5 out of 5
163 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is €115 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
€115
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
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! (615 reviews)
"Great place"

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2024

Crystalbrook Bailey
Cairns Plaza Hotel
Cairns Plaza Hotel
3.5 out of 5
145 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is €155 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
€155
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Spacious suite in Cairns
"Very spacious and clean room. Staff are friendly and helpful. About a 15 minute walk to the marina to catch a boat for a day excursion."

Reviewed on 22 Nov 2024

Cairns Plaza Hotel
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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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