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A balcony with a dining table and chairs, a grill, and a view of the sea.

A hotel room with a bed, a wicker sofa, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a sofa and chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies and a stone facade.

1. Sea Point On Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach, 2.8 km from Clifton Beach

Steven

฿8,540

฿8,540 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

2. BeachView Apartments at Villa Paradiso

Palm Cove, 3 km from Clifton Beach

Julie

฿21,525

฿23,678 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs, with a building in the background.

A building with a covered entrance, outdoor seating area, and a sign reading "Paradise Cove Beach".

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A covered patio with a sofa and outdoor seating, a tiled floor, and a view of a swimming pool and palm trees.

3. Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove

Palm Cove, 3.1 km from Clifton Beach

Racquel

฿4,508

฿4,958 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A clear pool surrounded by lush greenery and stone structures.

A modern living room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio area.

A coastal landscape with a beach, a pier, and a small island in the distance.

4. Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Palm Cove, 2.2 km from Clifton Beach

"Spent an overnight during peak tourist season. It's a nice resort, about 20 years old with some, but not excessive wear, for its age. Excellent location, excellent property layout with beach access. Room was very good. Buffet breakfast was very good. Free underground parking. My only disappointment was that I booked anticipating use of the outside spa tub but it was closed for some reason (there is a room spa tub, but too confined for me)."

Randal

฿6,743

฿7,417 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by large umbrellas and palm trees, overlooking the ocean.

A bedroom with a bed, a television, two lamps, a ceiling fan, and a view through a sliding door.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and a white building with balconies.

5. The Reef House Adults Retreat - Enjoy 28 Complimentary Inclusions

Palm Cove, 3 km from Clifton Beach

Kara-Jae

฿23,500

฿25,850 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A pool area with a bar, lounge chairs, and a thatched-roof pavilion.

A reception area with a surfboard, reception desk, and a view of a pool and building.

A modern kitchen with a marble island, bar stools, and a chalkboard menu.

A hotel with a covered outdoor area, trees, and a sign reading "The Beach Club".

6. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

Palm Cove, 3.2 km from Clifton Beach

Serena

฿9,954

฿9,954 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.

A pathway surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A beach with clear water, rocks, and palm trees.

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area with chairs and a table.

7. Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach, 2.6 km from Clifton Beach

catharine

฿6,106

฿6,717 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A resort with a central swimming pool, multiple buildings, and a view of the ocean.

A covered outdoor dining area with a table and chairs, surrounded by a wooden lattice structure, overlooking a tropical garden with palm trees.

A spacious living area with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A pathway leading to a beach with palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.

8. Mantra Amphora

Palm Cove, 2.6 km from Clifton Beach

Gary

฿7,276

฿7,276 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A beach with clear turquoise waters, palm trees, and a mountainous backdrop.

A clear blue pool surrounded by tropical plants and a stone wall.

A poolside area with a covered seating area, a BBQ station, and a pool.

A narrow concrete pathway flanked by lush tropical plants and palm trees, leading to a building with a blue door.

9. Trinity Beach Pacific

Trinity Beach, 2.6 km from Clifton Beach

Sarah

฿5,184

฿5,703 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A resort pool with clear water, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with a mountain in the background.

A dining area with a round table, wicker chairs, and a view through large windows with shutters.

10. Mango Lagoon Resort & Wellness Spa

Palm Cove, 3.1 km from Clifton Beach

Nicole

฿9,454

฿10,399 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

11. Sarayi Boutique Hotel

Palm Cove, 2.9 km from Clifton Beach

Jasmin

฿5,772

฿6,349 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A reception area with a wooden floor, a reception desk labeled 'tours', and a seating area with wicker furniture.

A beach lined with tall palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV. There is a balcony with a view of trees.

12. Drift Palm Cove

Palm Cove, 2.6 km from Clifton Beach

Peter

฿8,795

฿8,795 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a driveway, and landscaped garden with palm trees.

A compact kitchen with a white door, wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, a sink, and a potted plant. There is a round table with a fruit bowl and two wicker chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

13. Cairns Southgate Hotel

20 km from Clifton Beach

Rachel

฿4,026

฿4,429 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A pool area with a clear view of palm trees and mountains in the background.

A restaurant with a long blue bench, white chairs, and hanging rattan lamps.

A modern room with a large window overlooking a cityscape and mountains.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

14. Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Central Business District, 19.5 km from Clifton Beach

Diarmid

฿6,622

฿7,284 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

A hotel room with a balcony, a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a chair.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a towel hanging on a rack, and a view of a balcony with a table and chairs.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, a central bar, and a distinctive ceiling design.

15. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

Cairns Central Business District, 20.1 km from Clifton Beach

Lachlan

฿7,257

฿7,982 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a wooden bench, and a small shelf with toiletries.

A swimming pool surrounded by tropical vegetation, a thatched-roof gazebo, and a wooden deck.

A wooden staircase leading to an outdoor deck with a railing, a black wall, and a window overlooking a garden.

A row of houses with a paved driveway, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and a mountain in the background.

16. Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters

15.2 km from Clifton Beach

Yevonne

฿3,449

฿3,793 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

A bar area with a long counter, shelves of liquor bottles, a dartboard, and a dartboard game.

A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a metal fence, and a view of the sky and clouds.

A hotel with a sign advertising the best steaks, a sports bar, and a restaurant.

17. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

20 km from Clifton Beach

Tammara

฿3,189

฿3,508 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

A nighttime swimming pool with string lights overhead, surrounded by a fence and some greenery.

A neatly made bed with white and black bedding, a wooden nightstand, and a view of greenery through a sliding glass door.

A living room with a blue sofa, a TV, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

18. Reef Gateway Apartments

Cairns North, 18.4 km from Clifton Beach

Jean

฿7,032

฿7,735 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a brick patio.

A living room with a television, sofa, armchair, and coffee table.

A compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and a balcony with a view.

A multi-story building labeled "Tropic Towers" with balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea and mountains in the background.

19. Tropic Towers Apartments

Cairns North, 17.6 km from Clifton Beach

Jason

฿4,495

฿4,945 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a large mirror, a coffee table with flowers, and artwork on the walls.

A staircase with a glass railing leading to a landing.

A hotel reception area with a staircase leading to upper floors, a reception desk, and a seating area with a floral-patterned sofa.

A storefront with 'Abbott Chairs' signage, a glass door entrance, and a visible car parked outside.

20. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 19.9 km from Clifton Beach

Alok

฿5,983

฿6,581 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Clifton Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Sea Point On Trinity Beach	9.6 Exceptional 211 reviews	View
BeachView Apartments at Villa Paradiso	9.6 Exceptional 119 reviews	View
Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove	9.2 Wonderful 623 reviews	View
Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa	9.0 Wonderful 812 reviews	View
The Reef House Adults Retreat - Enjoy 28 Complimentary Inclusions	9.0 Wonderful 715 reviews	View

Top Clifton Beach Hotel Reviews

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our beach-side unit Alamanda stay - view from the balcony over the lovely gardens & wedding chapel to the Coral Sea was magic. Upper level recommended (we were glad we weren't at ground level as views restricted by shrubbery & less privacy). Downside for upper level are stairs to climb - no lifts at Alamandra. Not a problem for us but would severely impact anyone with mobility issues)."

Drift Palm Cove

10/10 Excellent

"Drift was a beautiful property. Our apartment was great with lovely views out to the garden. Had everything we needed for our stay. Great location. Staff were lovely & very helpful especially lovely Fiona! Thankyou."

Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

8/10 Good

The Reef Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"Location and quiet"

Coral Sands Resort

8/10 Good

"The complex is in a great location with easy access to the beach and local restaurants. Good access to highway for exploring the wider region. Ideal for families. Apartment was nice, spacious with modern appliances, comfortable lounge area and balcony, bathrooms were a little tired but had been recently decorated. Complex is well maintained with nice garden areas and pool, secure underground parking with easy access was good"

Agincourt Beachfront Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent in every aspect,location,views,coffee shop,restaurant,bus service,ultra clean and impeccably set up.Highly recommend Agincourt"

Argosy On The Beach

8/10 Good

"What a beautiful unit with everything we needed for a relaxing, comfortable stay. Modern, fun decor and crisp white bedding and towels. Amazing balcony overlooking the great private pool! The gardens are well kept & very pretty."

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

8/10 Good

"Friendly staff. Easy parking. Nice for family of four."

Blue Lagoon Resort

10/10 Excellent

"The resort just has a beautiful feel to it; surrounded by lush garden, and on the lagoon. Despite being so big, it is very well configured to feel very private and quiet."

Other attractions near Clifton Beach

Palm Cove Beach

9.0/10 (4,218 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.

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Kewarra Beach

8.4/10 (90 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Kewarra Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Cairns. Amble around this relaxing area's rainforests or seek out the golf courses.

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Clifton Village Shopping Centre

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Clifton Village Shopping Centre during your stay in Cairns. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

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Trinity Beach

6.8/10 (10 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Trinity Beach during your trip to Cairns? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Vie Spa Palm Cove

You can take time to visit Vie Spa Palm Cove during your travels to Cairns. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Earl Hill Conservation Park

Explore the great outdoors at Earl Hill Conservation Park, a lovely green space in Cairns. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Smithfield Conservation Park

Explore the great outdoors at Smithfield Conservation Park, a lovely green space in Cairns. Wander the beaches and parks while you're in the area.

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Moon River Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Moon River Beach during your trip to Cairns?

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Clifton Beach?

Clifton Beach is located in Cairns. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 67 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Clifton Beach?

Adjacent to Clifton Beach, Agincourt Beachfront Apartments is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this aparthotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Other good options within a few miles include Arlington Apartments and Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments.

How many hotels are there near Clifton Beach?

Expedia has 67 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Clifton Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Clifton Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Clifton Beach.

What can I see and do near Clifton Beach?

Get outside and spend some time strolling around Earl Hill Conservation Park, Smithfield Conservation Park and Cattana Wetlands. Dip your toes in the water at Kewarra Beach, Palm Cove Beach and Trinity Beach. Be sure to get some family photos at Rainforestation Nature Park, Kuranda Candy Kitchen and Kuranda Koala Gardens while you're out sightseeing near Clifton Beach.

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Our top choices for Clifton Beach hotels

1. Sea Point On Trinity Beach

2. BeachView Apartments at Villa Paradiso

3. Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove

4. Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

5. The Reef House Adults Retreat - Enjoy 28 Complimentary Inclusions

6. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

7. Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

8. Mantra Amphora

9. Trinity Beach Pacific

10. Mango Lagoon Resort & Wellness Spa

11. Sarayi Boutique Hotel

12. Drift Palm Cove

13. Cairns Southgate Hotel

14. Crystalbrook Flynn

15. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

16. Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters

17. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

18. Reef Gateway Apartments

19. Tropic Towers Apartments

20. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Clifton Beach

Top Clifton Beach Hotel Reviews

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Drift Palm Cove

Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

The Reef Retreat

Coral Sands Resort

Agincourt Beachfront Apartments

Argosy On The Beach

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Blue Lagoon Resort

Other attractions near Clifton Beach

Palm Cove Beach

Kewarra Beach

Clifton Village Shopping Centre

Trinity Beach

Vie Spa Palm Cove

Earl Hill Conservation Park

Smithfield Conservation Park

Moon River Beach

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