Ellis Beach

Cairns

Popular places to visit

Cairns Esplanade which includes swimming, a luxury hotel or resort and a pool

Cairns Esplanade

Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.

Cairns Esplanade
Cairns Marlin Marina

Cairns Marlin Marina

Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.

Cairns Marlin Marina
Palm Cove Beach

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.

Palm Cove Beach
Esplanade Lagoon which includes a coastal town and a hotel

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.

Esplanade Lagoon
Cairns Night Markets

Cairns Night Markets

During your visit to Cairns, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the local tours.

Cairns Night Markets
Clifton Beach which includes a garden and tropical scenes

Clifton Beach

This quiet beach north of Cairns offers long stretches of white sand and clear water.

Clifton Beach

Things to do

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

P7,635
per traveler
90% of travellers recommend
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour

Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour

P9,512
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour
Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour

Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour

P4,200
per traveler
92% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour
Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience

Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience

P6,524
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class

Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets

P10,059
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets
Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour

Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour

P8,674
per traveler
90% of travellers recommend
Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour
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Top hotels in Ellis Beach

Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows
3 out of 5
Captain Cook Highway, Ellis Beach, QLD
The price is P7,554 per night from Jun 26 to Jun 27
P7,554
P8,309 total
Jun 26 - Jun 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Palm Cove Beach and Mount ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (73 reviews)
"Listening to the waves was very therapeutic with my cabin being right on the beach."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2025

Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows
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 P5,699 per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
P5,699
P6,269 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Tge room was well maintained and cleaned every day. The flamingo bar is a great way to start and finish the day, the bar meals from there were always beautiful. Pools are well maintained )could have been a little warmer for time of the year) laundry onsite is kept very clean"

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4 out of 5
209-217 The Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
The price is P11,803 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
P11,803
P12,983 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Liked the quiet except for one night a lot of rowdiness below us coming from property neighbors. Housekeeping difficult to understand Staff overall very good"

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street, Cairns, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P9,560 per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
P9,560
P10,516 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"So conveniently positioned"

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
4 out of 5
209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns North, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P8,513 per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
P8,513
P9,364 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Good facilities, good location"

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road, Cairns, QLD
The price is P9,324 per night from Jun 27 to Jun 28
P9,324
P10,256 total
Jun 27 - Jun 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The location is AWESOME. That is the #1 thing about this hotel. You are steps from the tour and fishing boat. Can walk to dozens of restaurants. Grocery store is 3 blocks away. Gift/Souvenir shopping. You never need a car if you stay here. Can walk or Uber to anything in Cairns. The only reason I ..."

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
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Other neighbourhoods around Ellis Beach

Palm Cove showing a beach, a garden and tropical scenes

Palm Cove

Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Palm Cove Beach and Vie Spa Palm Cove.

Palm Cove
Clifton Beach featuring mountains, a luxury hotel or resort and golf

Clifton Beach

Travelers come to Clifton Beach for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while you're in town.

Clifton Beach
Trinity Beach showing landscape views, tropical scenes and a beach

Trinity Beach

Travelers to Trinity Beach praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach.

Trinity Beach
Kewarra Beach. The best of Cairns' northern beaches. Stunning.

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.

Kewarra Beach
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Trinity Park

When in Trinity Park, you can plan a visit to Half Moon Bay Golf Course and Moon River Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Trinity Park
Yorkeys Knob showing tranquil scenes and mountains

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.

Yorkeys Knob

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