Ellis Beach Travel Guide

Cairns

Popular places to visit

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Cairns Esplanade

4.5/5(57 reviews)

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

Cairns Esplanade
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Cairns Marlin Marina

4.5/5(25 reviews)

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

Cairns Marlin Marina
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Palm Cove Beach

4.5/5(39 reviews)

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
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Esplanade Lagoon

4.5/5(30 reviews)

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
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Cairns Night Markets

4/5(18 reviews)

During your trip to Cairns, 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.

Cairns Night Markets
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Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

4.5/5(67 reviews)

Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car.

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

Things to do

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Small Group Kuranda Tour via Kuranda Scenic Rail and Skyrail

฿4,594
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Small Group Kuranda Tour via Kuranda Scenic Rail and Skyrail
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Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour

฿5,095
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour
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3 Day 2 Night Liveaboard Trip - Diver

฿25,418
Per adult
3 Day 2 Night Liveaboard Trip - Diver
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Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour

฿2,559
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour
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Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise

฿2,449
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise
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Kuranda Skyrail & Scenic Rail Tour from Palm Cove or Trinity Beach

฿4,967
Per adult
Kuranda Skyrail & Scenic Rail Tour from Palm Cove or Trinity Beach
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Top hotels in Ellis Beach

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is ฿3,388 per night from 19 Jun to 20 Jun
฿3,388
per night
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Stay at this 4-star 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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (997 reviews)
"Check -in staff were helpful,food etc convenient.Disappointed hot water was not available for morning shower,access to room via stairs no lifts."

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is ฿5,303 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
฿5,303
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"The pool and rooms are super clean and people very friendly and helpful. The hotel is a bit dated but really didn’t matter to us. Location walkable to everything! They have washers and dryers available for guests at a reasonable cost which made our trip even better/easier! Would stay again."

Reviewed on 7 Jun 2024

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road, Cairns, QLD
The price is ฿5,686 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
฿5,686
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"It was a very good stay"

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2024

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Crystalbrook Bailey
Crystalbrook Bailey
5 out of 5
163 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is ฿5,187 per night from 25 Jun to 26 Jun
฿5,187
per night
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (481 reviews)
"Beautiful comfy bed, friendly staff and nice modern hotel"

Reviewed on 10 Jun 2024

Crystalbrook Bailey
Crystalbrook Flynn
Crystalbrook Flynn
5 out of 5
85 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is ฿5,498 per night from 27 Jun to 28 Jun
฿5,498
per night
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (475 reviews)
"Great hotel!"

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024

Crystalbrook Flynn
Cairns Plaza Hotel
Cairns Plaza Hotel
3.5 out of 5
145 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is ฿5,520 per night from 27 Jun to 28 Jun
฿5,520
per night
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect spot. Close to everything. Comfy bed. Room was a good size."

Reviewed on 10 Jun 2024

Cairns Plaza Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Ellis Beach

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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.

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

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.

Clifton Beach
Trinity Beach showing tropical scenes, a sandy beach and surfing

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.

Trinity Beach
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Kewarra Beach

Unique features of Kewarra Beach include the beaches and golf courses. Make a stop by Kewarra Beach or Smithfield Conservation Park while you're exploring the area.

Kewarra Beach
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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.

Trinity Park
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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

Ellis Beach Travel Guide