Machans Beach Travel Guide
Cairns
Visit Machans Beach
Stay near popular Machans Beach attractions
Things to do
Ocean Freedom: Great Barrier Reef Stylish Snorkel, Dive Reef Tour
฿6,034
per adult
98% 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 General Entry Ticket
฿557
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kuranda: Birdworld Entry Ticket
฿557
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
฿997
per adult
Top hotels in Machans Beach
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is ฿7,579 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿7,579
฿8,337 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (1,013 reviews)
"Balcony, wonderful view"
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD
The price is ฿7,045 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
฿7,045
฿7,750 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
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 ...
Crystalbrook Flynn
68/72 Abbott St Cairns QLD
The price is ฿7,489 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
฿7,489
฿8,238 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Comfortable room. Shame room wasn’t ready at 2pm for checkin as it had been a long day by the time I got there after a very early morning flight but they did try to get it sorted asap for me and were very helpful"
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
The price is ฿5,053 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
฿5,053
฿5,559 total
19 Aug - 20 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! (1,003 reviews)
"The motel is in a great spot being close to lagoon, lots of restaurants and shopping. The buffet breakfast was great value and the staff were very helpful."
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026
Hilton Cairns
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is ฿7,045 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿7,045
฿7,750 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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! (1,005 reviews)
"A bit basic and boring for the price they charge."
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026
The Oceanfront Cairns
223-227 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is ฿4,044 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿4,044
฿4,449 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Marlin Marina are located ...
5.4/10 (17 reviews)
"Great location. WiFi is horrible. I believe the property recently changed management. They have a lot of work to do as it is very old and dated. You have to ask for housekeeping, and then there’s still no guarantee. Staff is friendly and helpful, and they were willing to store baggage."
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Where to stay in Machans Beach
Find the best Machans 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.
