Machans Beach Travel Guide
Cairns
Visit Machans Beach
Things to do
Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise
£64
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour
£144
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour
£77
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
£18
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets
£150
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Machans Beach
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £115 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
£115
24 Sept - 25 Sept
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 ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD
The price is £126 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
£126
16 Sept - 17 Sept
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! (1,001 reviews)
"It is centrally located, no need for driving. Everything is within walking distance."
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is £148 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
£148
14 Sept - 15 Sept
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 ...
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is £127 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£127
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-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! (1,096 reviews)
"Nice views good location"
Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
The price is £89 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
£89
16 Sept - 17 Sept
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! (1,021 reviews)
"Every was good great location when having a late arrival"
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026
The Oceanfront Cairns
223-227 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is £94 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
£94
15 Sept - 16 Sept
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 ...
5.6/10 (63 reviews)
"My room needed refurbishment but the whole building is being updated. The staff were all very kind and helpful. My view on the balcony was spectacular on the 6th floor. The bed was also very comfortable. For what I paid it was very good. I’d certainly stay again. The pool was also very clean."
Reviewed on 28 Aug 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 Cairns 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 Mudflats 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.
