Ellis Beach Travel Guide
Cairns
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Popular places to visit
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.
Cairns Convention Centre
3/5(1 review)
Learn about the events happening in Cairns Convention Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
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
Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
Rp3.249.019
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns
Rp1.361.303
per adult
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets
Rp3.571.860
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Rp1.523.660
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Ellis Beach
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows
Captain Cook Highway Ellis Beach QLD
The price is Rp3.421.107 per night from 28 May to 29 May
Rp3.421.107
Rp3.763.218 total
28 May - 29 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Mount Formartine North Summit ...
9/10 Wonderful! (92 reviews)
"Great location, beach and rainforest access at one location. Great!"
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is Rp3.032.096 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
Rp3.032.096
Rp3.335.293 total
9 Jun - 10 Jun
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! (1,000 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
The price is Rp1.887.902 per night from 24 May to 25 May
Rp1.887.902
Rp2.076.692 total
24 May - 25 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! (1,017 reviews)
"Great place to stay with kids big and small"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD
The price is Rp2.334.133 per night from 18 Jun to 19 Jun
Rp2.334.133
Rp2.567.546 total
18 Jun - 19 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! (1,010 reviews)
"The hotel is centrally located to the esplanade, marina, town. Several good restaurants nearby. The staff was pleasant and attentive. The room was good size but the finishes are dated and finishes needs updating particularly the bathroom which was very small. There was a musty smell in the room which ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Hilton Cairns
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.746.016 per night from 29 May to 30 May
Rp2.746.016
Rp3.020.643 total
29 May - 30 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! (1,001 reviews)
"The room was clean and the check-in in and out process easy"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is Rp2.368.436 per night from 27 May to 28 May
Rp2.368.436
Rp2.605.304 total
27 May - 28 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)
"Everything is good about the hotel but the location is not very convenient. It takes about 30 minutes walk to the reef boat ports and 20 minutes to the downtown."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
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