Clifton Beach Travel Guide
Cairns
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Popular places to visit
Clifton Beach
4/5(7 reviews)
This quiet beach north of Cairns offers long stretches of white sand and clear water.
Cairns Esplanade
4.5/5(58 reviews)
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
Cairns Central Shopping Centre
4/5(37 reviews)
During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can do some window-shopping at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour
Rp1.835.886
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef
Rp2.291.735
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Rp2.427.866
per traveller
94% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Rainforestation Nature Park Ticket (BNP)
Rp874.231
per adult
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Rp424.627
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Barron River Rafting: Cairns, Port Douglas or Self-Drive
Rp1.461.215
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Clifton Beach
Agincourt Beachfront Apartments
69-73 Arlington Esplanade Clifton Beach Clifton Beach QLD
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (546 reviews)
Great location and well presented apartment. Good customer service by apartment manager. Overall great place to stay.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is Rp2.973.850 per night from 30 May to 31 May
Rp2.973.850
Rp3.271.286 total
30 May - 31 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Lovely hotel. Super friendly and helpful staff. Great, peaceful location. Good restaurants nearby.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.887.280 per night from 20 May to 21 May
Rp1.887.280
Rp2.076.008 total
20 May - 21 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
Family friendly, lots to do for families. WiFi was not good at all..
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD
The price is Rp2.401.993 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
Rp2.401.993
Rp2.642.192 total
31 May - 1 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
Clean and great location separated by a small road from the esplanade. Staff was nice. Everything was satisfactory. The rooms are dated and worn out.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Hilton Cairns
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is Rp2.745.112 per night from 24 May to 25 May
Rp2.745.112
Rp3.019.648 total
24 May - 25 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is Rp2.287.132 per night from 19 May to 20 May
Rp2.287.132
Rp2.515.870 total
19 May - 20 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,037 reviews)
Breakfast was very good and if you were a big breakfast person you would struggle to eat what was on offer and it was fresh
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
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