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Where to stay in Machans Beach

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Palm Cove

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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.

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Top hotels in Machans Beach

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €79 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
€79
16 Dec - 17 Dec
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Food and beverage service appalling but love the resort overall

Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is €131 per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
€131
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Nice place to stay , good location if you need a boat out to the reef, easy walk to shops and places to eat.

Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €91 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
€91
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Clean rooms, attended to daily. Only down side we had was wifi in the room was fair. If you wanted good you had to go to bar. 40 minute walk to center of town along the Esplanade. Every tour but one picked us up at hotel

Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Machans Beach holiday package cost?
Starting from just , a holiday package is your portal to cheap travel. Create your own Machans Beach adventure by choosing from our huge range of hotels, airfares and rental cars.
How do I get a cheap travel package to Machans Beach?
Just think of all the wonderful things you could do in Machans Beach with a wad of extra cash in your pocket. Watch your savings stack up when you bundle your flights, hotels and other bookings into a Machans Beach holiday package. You have loads of choice with Expedia too. In fact, you can pick from more than 550 air carriers and 1,000,000 hotel options around the globe. Whether you're taking off with the entire family or embarking on a solo adventure, planning a getaway to Machans Beach is better with a package.
Where should I stay in Machans Beach?
A getaway to Machans Beach wouldn't be complete without seeing Yorkeys Knob Beach, Crystal Cascades & Lake Morris and Holloways Beach. Stay near these tourist attractions and make sightseeing a breeze.
How far in advance should I book my Machans Beach holiday?
It's difficult to pick the perfect time for airfares, but we generally suggest the earlier, the better. Most international journeys on Expedia become available to compare up to 12 months in advance. If you can't book ahead, fear not. Budget prices occasionally appear within a few weeks of departure dates.
What does an Expedia Machans Beach travel package include?
Expedia has all you need to arrange your Machans Beach escape, but what your package looks like is your choice. Pick from a combination of rental cars, hotels and flights. Looking for some activities to fill in your time? Once you've made your booking, you can add them on too. No matter your style, there's a package deal to match your needs.
What should I know before booking a Machans Beach travel package?
So many places to travel to, so many things to see and do. With a travel package, you'll be able to cross more of them off your list. Bundle your flights, rental cars and hotels and enjoy big savings.
Can I choose my airline with a Machans Beach Expedia holiday package?
Expedia has access to more than 550 airline partners worldwide, so you sure can! Just pick your preferred carrier and craft your ideal Machans Beach trip.
If I'm not able to travel, can I cancel my Machans Beach holiday package?
If your travel plans in Machans Beach have changed, it's a relief to know that it is possible to cancel or amend your booking. If you made your booking less than 24 hours ago, you may be able to get a refund. If your booking is older than that, your airline, hotel or car rental company may impose a cancellation fee. For more information, check our Customer Service Portal.

Popular places to visit

Cairns Esplanade featuring a pool, a luxury hotel or resort and swimming

Cairns Esplanade

4.5/5(57 reviews)

Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.

Cairns Esplanade
Esplanade Lagoon featuring a coastal town and a hotel

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.

Esplanade Lagoon
Clifton Beach showing tropical scenes and a garden

Clifton Beach

4/5(7 reviews)

This quiet beach north of Cairns offers long stretches of white sand and clear water.

Clifton Beach

Things to do

passengers aboard amphibious DUKW drive through jungles in Cairns

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest

€18
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Couple snorkeling among abundant coral reefs and marine species at the Green Island Reef in Cairns

Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise

€55
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Cairns: Koalas and Creatures Entry Ticket

Cairns: Koalas and Creatures Entry Ticket

€11
per adult
Cairns: Koalas and Creatures Entry Ticket
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