Clifton Beach Travel Guide

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A golf course with a clubhouse, a pond, and a forested hill in the background.
A beach with palm trees and turquoise water.
A sandy beach with gentle waves, a clear blue sky, and a mountain in the distance.
A wooden swing hanging from a tree branch over a beach with palm trees and a calm sea in the background.
A beach with a mountain in the background and palm trees along the shore.

Stay near popular Clifton Beach attractions

Clifton Beach

8.4/10 (1,026 reviews)
Step off the beaten track and relax on this beautiful oceanfront beach left just as nature intended.
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Activities

Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets

Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets

NZ$52
per adult
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
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Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour

NZ$177
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour
passengers aboard amphibious DUKW drive through jungles in Cairns

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest

NZ$41
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Kuranda Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise

Kuranda Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise

NZ$36
per adult
Kuranda Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

NZ$234
per traveller
94% of travellers recommend
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Kuranda Koala Gardens General Entry Ticket

Kuranda Koala Gardens General Entry Ticket

NZ$29
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Koala Gardens General Entry Ticket
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Our pick of the best Clifton Beach Hotel Deals

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
The price is NZ$274 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
NZ$274
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
"Efficient check-in but apparently need to request carpark access when making reservation as car spaces are limited. However, recommend on-street parking around the corner in The Esplanade. Even better you can use the Parking App to create a parking session from your room in the morning!! Recommend ..."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Pacific Hotel Cairns
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD
The price is NZ$289 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
NZ$289
16 Sept - 17 Sept
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Tea bags not refilled. Bin not emptied. Overall room service wasn’t great. Not confident about how thorough cleaning is. Spacious room with good bench space for luggages and belongings however Bathroom is too small to use comfortably. Very good location. Pool is nice."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is NZ$374 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
NZ$374
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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! (1,018 reviews)
"Amazing views from our Horizon Club Room. Room was clean, spacious and had everything we needed. Breakfast and snacks in the club room were lovely. Unfortunately we were very sick while we were there and spent a lot of time in our room but what a place to feel ill, views from the bed cheered us up ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is NZ$302 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
NZ$302
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-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! (1,095 reviews)
"The property is dated, but functional"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$204 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
NZ$204
23 Sept - 24 Sept
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. ...
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
The Oceanfront Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns

3 out of 5
223-227 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is NZ$219 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$219
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Marlin Marina are located ...
The Oceanfront Cairns
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Our guide on where to stay in Clifton Beach

Find the best Clifton Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Clifton Beach
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A beach lined with tall palm trees and a clear blue sky.

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.

A nighttime urban scene with a large tree, street lamps, and a multi-story building.

Cairns Central Business District

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

A coastal town with a beach, houses, and a hill with trees.

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.

A sunset over a calm pool with palm trees and a gazebo.

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 Mudflats might round out your trip.

A sandy beach with waves, mountains in the background, and a person walking with a child.

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.

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