Ellis Beach Travel Guide
Cairns
Visit Ellis Beach
Popular places to visit
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 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.
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station
Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car.
Things to do
Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
Kuranda Koala Gardens General Entry Ticket
Kuranda: Birdworld Entry Ticket
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Top hotels in Ellis Beach
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
We did not avail ourselves of breakfast so unable to comment . Overall our experience was very positive. Family friendly & well organised, great service, great food & friendly helpful staff. We loved our stay & would happily recommend it to others
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Room was spotless. Staff was very friendly and helpful. They even had a plug converter I qas able to borrow during my stay. My set didn't have an Auatralian plug.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
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Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Crystalbrook Flynn
Great service came back to a tidy room fresh towels and made bed
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Hilton Cairns
The room was perfect for our stay. The breakfast was exceptional! The breakfast staff were extremely sufficient, kind, and most acommodating. Hotel close to harbor and sufficient for walking to downtown establishments. Will stay here nexttime in Cairns. Thank you Hotel Hilton.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Crystalbrook Riley
The staff was great and the property was beautiful!
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ellis Beach
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Trinity 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.
