Clifton Beach
Cairns
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Clifton Beach
This quiet beach north of Cairns offers long stretches of white sand and clear water.
Cairns Esplanade
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
Cairns Marlin Marina
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.
Cairns Central Shopping Centre
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.
Palm Cove Beach
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.
Esplanade Lagoon
Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions.
Things to do
Hartley's Crocodile Adventures General Admission
Hartley's Crocodile Adventures Half-Day Tour
Kuranda Rainforestation Nature Park Ticket (BNP)
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Top hotels in Clifton Beach
Agincourt Beachfront Apartments
Everything was so easy and perfect and talk about nice and peaceful with not much traffic like other beach’s. Pay the extra few dollars and go top floor and don’t worry there is a lift. Could invest in a trolley so our luggage could be taken up in a couple of trips from car park .Will be back next ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb, 2026
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Nice enough hotel but not 5 star. It is very tired and needs a renovation. The decor has been updated but everything else is very dated. Staff were all friendly and helpful. Hotel is in a great location on the marina. Room was clean and beds comfortable.
Reviewed on 6 Apr, 2026
Hilton Cairns
The pool is beautiful, unfortuanely it was a bit windy, but you cannot control the weather. Great facilities, including a pool bar, plenty of lounges around the pool. The hotel is in a terrific location and I highly recommend booking a room with a water and mountainview. A beautiful location for ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Staff made beautiful corners on the toilet paper but forgot to make the bed
Reviewed on 5 Apr, 2026
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Good property near to everything
Reviewed on 6 Apr, 2026
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Re-furbished bedroom with ample space and balcony overlooking the esplanade so ocean view. The bathroom and tiles always gives away the age of the property. The bathroom sink did have a large crack in it. Shower was really powerful with instant hot water. Room climate control was on the cool side. ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Clifton Beach
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.
Palm Cove
Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Palm Cove Beach and Kuranda National Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.
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.
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.
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.
Yorkeys Knob
Yorkeys Knob is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Half Moon Bay Golf Course and Yorkeys Knob Beach.
