Visit Clifton Beach
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Cairns Night Markets
During your trip to Tropical North Waterfront, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.
Top hotels in Clifton Beach
Agincourt Beachfront Apartments
Kitchen was fully equipped with pots, pans and utensils. The apartment also had a stove and oven however the fees for cooking certain foods or not doing the washing up was a little excessive.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Rooms were amazing,clean,spacious and comfortable.Staff were friendly and extremely helpful.Highly recommend
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Lovely hotel in an excellent location Staff are very friendly and welcoming and the breakfast is adequate although a bit monotonous with the same menu everyday -discontinued the porridge after 2 days which my elderly father had for breakfast but otherwise would highly recommend it.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Nice place to stay , good location if you need a boat out to the reef, easy walk to shops and places to eat.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Hilton Cairns
The hotel’s onsite restaurant was closed, which initially left us in a difficult situation. However, the staff kindly confirmed the chef’s availability and arranged for us to enjoy the dishes we wanted at another restaurant’s table. I was truly impressed by the hotel’s hospitality.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Crystalbrook Riley
Heather was outstanding.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
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 Vie Spa Palm Cove, 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 Yorkeys Knob Beach and Half Moon Bay Golf Course.
Clifton Beach Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Choose Your Clifton Beach Hotel Style
- Hotels in top Cairns neighborhoods
- More trip options
- Clifton Beach
- Clifton Village Shopping Centre
- Cairns Esplanade
- Cairns Central Shopping Centre
- Cairns Marlin Marina
- Palm Cove Beach
- Cairns Convention Centre
- Cairns Night Markets
- Cairns Base Hospital
- Yorkeys Knob Beach
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station
- Rainforestation Nature Park
- Cairns Golf Club
- Muddy's Playground
- Crystal Cascades
- Barron Gorge National Park
Choose Your Clifton Beach Hotel Style
Hotels Near Clifton Beach, Cairns
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