Machans Beach Travel Guide
Cairns
Visit Machans Beach
Stay near popular Machans Beach attractions
Things to do

Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour

Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef

Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns

Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets

Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise

Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Top hotels in Machans Beach

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
"Room wasn’t cleaned the second day we were there and no dry clean towels were offered. We booked for 4 people and the first day there were only 3 towels in the bathroom"
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Crystalbrook Flynn
"Lovely spacious room, very helpful staff"
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Hilton Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
"Great hotel, large rooms, well located on the Esplanade and near to shops and eateries. Laundry available on every second floor. Bathrobes, pool , restaurant. Easy access, tea and coffee, great bathrooms."
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Hides Hotel Cairns
"I got sick due to mold in the air conditioner, the managers refused to clean it and told me I can leave if I don't like it. Mold sickness is deadly so I had to leave. Possibly the worst level of customer service I have received at a hotel."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

The Oceanfront Cairns
"This property is very basic and although the price is low for the Cairns area it is still too expensive for the quality of this accomodation. The building is aging and needs a decent clean of mouldy external surfaces."
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Machans Beach

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.

Cairns Central Business District
Cairns Central Business District is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina.

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.

Cairns North
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Cairns North. A stop by Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Cairns North Beach might round out your trip.

Clifton Beach
Clifton Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while in the area.




















