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Cairns Hotel Guide. Hotels in Clifton Beach, Cairns, Australia

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Our top choices for Clifton Beach hotels

1. Trinity Collective

Trinity Collective
3.5 star property
Trinity Beach, 4.7 km from Clifton Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (150 reviews)
"Great place to stay, very clean, tidy & staff were very friendly."
Australia
Prodromos
The price is €119
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Trinity Collective

2. Palm Cove Studio Apartments

Palm Cove Studio Apartments
2.0 star property
Palm Cove, 3 km from Clifton Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (46 reviews)
"Nice location, very easy to walk to beach front and restaurants."
United Kingdom
Nicola
The price is €151
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Palm Cove Studio Apartments

3. Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa
5.0 star property
Palm Cove, 2 km from Clifton Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (810 reviews)
"Beautiful grounds, great location "
United States
michele
The price is €235
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

4. Mantra Amphora

Mantra Amphora
4.0 star property
Palm Cove, 2.5 km from Clifton Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Will definitely stay there again when in the area."
Australia
Ian
The price is €189
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Mantra Amphora

5. Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows

Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows
3.0 star property
Ellis Beach, 5.6 km from Clifton Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (92 reviews)
"Great location, beach and rainforest access at one location. Great!"
Australia
Johan
The price is €148
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows

6. Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
5.0 star property
Palm Cove, 2.3 km from Clifton Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (556 reviews)
"Beach view what you see is what you get"
Australia
Diana
The price is €285
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

7. Peppers Beach Club and Spa - Palm Cove

Peppers Beach Club and Spa - Palm Cove
5.0 star property
Palm Cove, 3 km from Clifton Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"The room was excellent, the Pool was amazing and the staff were super helpful. Highly recommend the place! "
Australia
Serena
The price is €225
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Peppers Beach Club and Spa - Palm Cove

8. Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove

Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove
4.0 star property
Palm Cove, 3 km from Clifton Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (619 reviews)
"Great value and location"
Australia
Racquel
The price is €173
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove

9. The Palms at Palm Cove

The Palms at Palm Cove
4.0 star property
Palm Cove, 2.4 km from Clifton Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (82 reviews)
"The space was larger than expected, lovely and lush gardens. Clean and modern, very happy with our stay. Free parking and convenient location."
Australia
Sophie
The price is €226
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
The Palms at Palm Cove

10. Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments
4.0 star property
Trinity Beach, 3.3 km from Clifton Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (517 reviews)
"Wonderful break. Thank you for my room next to the pool. Friendly, clean, kitchen handy. Am returning next July. Beach, food, bars, all within walking distance."
Australia
Debbie
The price is €171
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

11. Sea Point On Trinity Beach

Sea Point On Trinity Beach
4.5 star property
Trinity Beach, 3.5 km from Clifton Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (208 reviews)
"Staff were lovely, great location and room was clean and comfortable "
Australia
Raechel
The price is €223
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Sea Point On Trinity Beach

12. The Reef House Adults Retreat

The Reef House Adults Retreat
5.0 star property
Palm Cove, 2.8 km from Clifton Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (714 reviews)
"My 3rd time there was as great as the first couple of times. Love the relaxing vibe and the fun inclusions."
Australia
Kara-Jae
The price is €714
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
The Reef House Adults Retreat

13. Blue Lagoon Villa B

Blue Lagoon Villa B
4.0 star property
Trinity Beach, 3.1 km from Clifton Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"everything about this property was lovely. only thing, kids could find the gaming console (not that i minded lol) and the ad made it sound like the pool was just outside but infact its a small stroll down the road. still enjoyed our swim etc but was one of the deciding factors to stay here when we thought the pool was right there. But that's nothing major, everything else was as described and beds were comfy. would recommend :) "
Australia
Bernie
The price is €464
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Blue Lagoon Villa B

14. BeachView Apartments at Villa Paradiso

BeachView Apartments at Villa Paradiso
4.0 star property
Palm Cove, 2.9 km from Clifton Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (119 reviews)
"Great location, easy walking distance to restaurants and shops."
Australia
Julie
The price is €474
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
BeachView Apartments at Villa Paradiso

15. Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters

Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters
3.0 star property
15.4 km from Clifton Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (40 reviews)
"Very comfortable cabin,with everything for a wonderful stay, staff were fantastic and friendly "
Australia
Sharyn
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters

16. Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park
2.5 star property
17.8 km from Clifton Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean and tidy room.very spacious"
Australia
Sonima
The price is €48
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

17. Cairns Beach Resort

Cairns Beach Resort
3.5 star property
Holloways Beach, 10.5 km from Clifton Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (354 reviews)
"Great location and very quiet. The stairs didn’t bother me at all but certainly something to be aware of - request lower floors if you don’t like stairs :)"
Australia
Lauren
The price is €233
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Cairns Beach Resort

18. Drift Palm Cove

Drift Palm Cove
4.0 star property
Palm Cove, 2.3 km from Clifton Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (884 reviews)
"Loved all to do with our stay. Atmosphere, cleanliness, staff easy beach access amazing pool and plenty of spots to eat with great price ranges "
Australia
Kristy
The price is €228
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Drift Palm Cove

19. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 17.9 km from Clifton Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Was close to lots of food outlets and the bed was rally comfy. The staff were great."
Australia
Benny
The price is €140
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Cairns Sheridan Hotel

20. Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern

Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern
3.5 star property
17.5 km from Clifton Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (93 reviews)
"Great room for the price and handy being part of the hotel for meals"
Australia
Kellie
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern
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Where to stay in Clifton Beach

Find the best Clifton Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Palm Cove

Relax on sandy beaches and swim in turquoise waters at a resort town between the Great Barrier Reef and the rain forests of tropical Far North Queensland.

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

Unwind on this tranquil stretch of golden beach, relax under the shade of swaying palm trees and explore Tropical North Queensland at your leisure.

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.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Clifton Beach like?
Clifton Beach is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its beautiful beaches. Are you looking for Clifton Beach travel tips? Make sure that you visit Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's a favourite place to stay in Clifton Beach?
Based on our traveller data, Agincourt Beachfront Apartments is one of the top choices for your stay in Clifton Beach. This aparthotel is a short 9-minute walk from Palm Cove Beach, and it offers an outdoor pool and free parking.
How many hotels will I find in the Clifton Beach area?
Expedia has 64 hotels and other accommodation options in Clifton Beach to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Cairns area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Clifton Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Clifton Beach.
What is there to do in this Cairns neighbourhood?
Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Clifton Beach, Palm Cove Beach and Kewarra Beach while you're in Clifton Beach. A visit to Clifton Village Shopping Centre is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. Vie Spa Palm Cove, Trinity Beach and Earl Hill Conservation Park are just a few of the places to visit in and around Clifton Beach. You might also plan a visit to Smithfield Conservation Park when you're sightseeing in Cairns.

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