Ellis Beach Travel Guide
Cairns
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Popular places to visit
Cairns Esplanade
4.5/5(58 reviews)
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
Cairns Central Shopping Centre
4/5(37 reviews)
During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can do some window-shopping at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
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.
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.
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 Convention Centre
3/5(1 review)
Learn about the events happening in Cairns Convention Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
Things to do
Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef
฿4,203
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Kuranda: Birdworld Entry Ticket
฿550
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Koala Gardens General Entry Ticket
฿550
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
฿5,959
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets
฿6,551
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Ellis Beach
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows
Captain Cook Highway Ellis Beach QLD
The price is ฿6,250 per night from 18 May to 19 May
฿6,250
฿6,875 total
18 May - 19 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Mount Formartine North Summit ...
9/10 Wonderful! (92 reviews)
Great location, beach and rainforest access at one location. Great!
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is ฿5,501 per night from 29 May to 30 May
฿5,501
฿6,051 total
29 May - 30 May
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! (1,002 reviews)
Lovely hotel. Super friendly and helpful staff. Great, peaceful location. Good restaurants nearby.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
The price is ฿3,383 per night from 26 May to 27 May
฿3,383
฿3,722 total
26 May - 27 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
We enjoyed the buffet breakfast available till 10am, then relaxed by one of the three pools. We tried a different room this time. It had a separate bedroom with a very comfortable king size bed, air conditioner and small mounted TV. and ensuite. The kitchen was equipped with a microwave and frypan ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD
The price is ฿4,341 per night from 15 Jun to 16 Jun
฿4,341
฿4,775 total
15 Jun - 16 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Clean and great location separated by a small road from the esplanade. Staff was nice. Everything was satisfactory. The rooms are dated and worn out.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is ฿4,303 per night from 29 May to 30 May
฿4,303
฿4,733 total
29 May - 30 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,036 reviews)
Was great for a little stay away
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hilton Cairns
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is ฿4,702 per night from 29 May to 30 May
฿4,702
฿5,173 total
29 May - 30 May
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)
We stay at Hilton in Cairns when most properties in Cairns are booked out, overall it is okay but for the price it would really need some renovations, old carpet, old room, dirty building, old furniture in lobby.... Breakfast was amazing though
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
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