Ellis Beach Travel Guide
Cairns

Visit Ellis Beach
Things to do

Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest

Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets

Adventure on a Budget Visit Kuranda or Palm Cove from Pt Douglas

Multi-Park Package - Rainforestation Nature Park, Wildlife Habitat & more
Top hotels in Ellis Beach

Hilton Cairns
"The breakfast was nice, the staff was friendly, the location was nice with nice views of Chinaman Creek. The property was a bit dated. For the price and value- was good"
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
"Lovely room and hotel Restaurant now inside hotel and more low key Staff excellent as always"
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Crystalbrook Flynn
"Amazing stay!"
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Pacific Hotel Cairns
"Property felt very dated and very bare minimum. It was fine but didn’t love it."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
"Help from staff"
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

The Oceanfront Cairns
"Must be under renovation but not at all in good condition."
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Ellis Beach

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.





















