Ellis Beach Travel Guide
Cairns
Visit Ellis Beach
Things to do
Kuranda Koala Gardens General Entry Ticket
฿557
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kuranda: Birdworld Entry Ticket
฿557
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef
฿4,256
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
฿997
per adult
Kuranda Rainforestation Nature Park Ticket (BNP)
฿1,624
per adult
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
฿789
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Ellis Beach
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is ฿6,898 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿6,898
฿7,588 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, right across to the marina terminal. Great if you travel with young children"
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026
Crystalbrook Flynn
68/72 Abbott St Cairns QLD
The price is ฿8,384 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
฿8,384
฿9,222 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,016 reviews)
"Very helpful and friendly staff. Perfect location. Perfect for a family."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
The price is ฿5,322 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿5,322
฿5,854 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,011 reviews)
"The room was very spacious with a lovely view, it really could do with a facelift, a bit worn and outdated, as we were there on Saturday night, there was very loud street noise until late, but not other nights. But, the location certainly made up for it! Actually got to see the Cruise Ship Carnival ..."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026
Hilton Cairns
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is ฿6,368 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿6,368
฿7,004 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Attentive staff, excellent facilities and everything was clean and well maintained"
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026
Hides Hotel Cairns
87 Lake Street Cairns QLD
Fully refundable
The price is ฿3,416 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
฿3,416
฿3,757 total
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"I got sick due to mold in the air conditioner, the managers refused to clean it and told me I can leave if I don't like it. Mold sickness is deadly so I had to leave. Possibly the worst level of customer service I have received at a hotel."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026
The Oceanfront Cairns
223-227 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is ฿3,967 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿3,967
฿4,363 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre are located ...
5/10 (12 reviews)
"Outdated and rooms need a Reno"
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026
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Where to stay in Ellis Beach
Find the best Ellis Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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.
Cairns Central Business District
Cairns Central Business District is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina.
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.
Cairns North
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Cairns North. A stop by Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Cairns North Beach might round out your trip.
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.
