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
Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour
£78
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
£138
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour
£145
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise
£63
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
£18
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets
£151
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Ellis Beach
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows
Captain Cook Highway Ellis Beach QLD
The price is £156 per night from 14 May to 15 May
£156
14 May - 15 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 £139 per night from 15 May to 16 May
£139
15 May - 16 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! (1,001 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £85 per night from 17 May to 18 May
£85
17 May - 18 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! (1,008 reviews)
The cafe area was a little grubby and the pidgeons were annoying.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD
The price is £131 per night from 15 May to 16 May
£131
15 May - 16 May
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! (1,005 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 £114 per night from 30 May to 31 May
£114
30 May - 31 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 £128 per night from 24 May to 25 May
£128
24 May - 25 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! (1,002 reviews)
Overall, everything was perfect! However, the television power kept turning off automatically whenever we came back from lunch or dinner, and this happened for two nights in a row. What made us uncomfortable was that the staff seemed impatient about the issue and implied that we had been using too ...
Reviewed on 13 May 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.
