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1. Lux Retreat - Waterfront Gym Prime Location

Lux Retreat - Waterfront Gym Prime Location
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 20.5 km from Clifton Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is AED 851
AED 1,692 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sep - 15 Sep
Lux Retreat - Waterfront Gym Prime Location

2. Thala Beach Nature Reserve

Thala Beach Nature Reserve
4.5 star property
26 km from Clifton Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (598 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay. The property is well located in a nature preserve. It was clean, comfortable, the staff is efficient & courteous."
United States
Gisele
The price is AED 1,418
AED 1,560 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sep - 9 Sep
Thala Beach Nature Reserve

3. 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, (43 reviews)
"Location was great, close to everything importent. We will recomend it to anyone and will go back ourselves anytime."
Australia
Yevonne
The price is AED 362
AED 398 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters

4. Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
3.5 star property
23.2 km from Clifton Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (819 reviews)
"it was good stay."
Japan
KOSUKE
The price is AED 392
AED 431 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort

5. Trinity Links Resort

Trinity Links Resort
3.0 star property
23.5 km from Clifton Beach
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3 reviews)
"Bathroom moldy tiles in need of repar"
Australia
Carolyn
The price is AED 1,346
AED 1,482 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Trinity Links Resort

6. Cairns Reef Apartments & Motel

Cairns Reef Apartments & Motel
3.5 star property
22.2 km from Clifton Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (97 reviews)
"I had a lovely stay"
United States
Athi
The price is AED 327
AED 366 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Cairns Reef Apartments & Motel

7. 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, (93 reviews)
"Being on the beach was wonderful!"
Canada
Michael
The price is AED 568
AED 624 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows

8. Cairns Southgate Hotel

Cairns Southgate Hotel
4.0 star property
20.3 km from Clifton Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (21 reviews)
"Clean room, shops nearby, staff very nice"
Australia
Rachel
The price is AED 379
AED 417 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Cairns Southgate Hotel

9. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
3.5 star property
20.3 km from Clifton Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (103 reviews)
"Excellent stay - very clean"
Australia
Tammara
The price is AED 322
AED 355 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

10. Palm Royale Cairns

Palm Royale Cairns
4.0 star property
Manunda, 19.1 km from Clifton Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,004 reviews)
"A great place to stay, very clean, very comfortable bed, quiet and close to shopping centre and eateries. Fast wifi. Would recomend."
Australia
Ron
The price is AED 551
AED 606 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Palm Royale Cairns

11. Mango Lagoon Resort & Wellness Spa

Mango Lagoon Resort & Wellness Spa
3.5 star property
Palm Cove, 2.8 km from Clifton Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (733 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. Location was perfect. Room very spacious. Could not pick any better place for the price."
Australia
Nicole
The price is AED 864
AED 954 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sep - 20 Sep
Mango Lagoon Resort & Wellness Spa

12. Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park
2.5 star property
17.8 km from Clifton Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Ggreat 2 bedroom cabin value you for money"
Australia
Stephen John
The price is AED 196
AED 196 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sep - 15 Sep
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

13. 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, (84 reviews)
"Quiet and close to the beaches. Relaxing and close to dining options."
United States
Karthik
The price is AED 546
AED 601 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sep - 18 Sep
The Palms at Palm Cove

14. 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, (812 reviews)
"Spent an overnight during peak tourist season. It's a nice resort, about 20 years old with some, but not excessive wear, for its age. Excellent location, excellent property layout with beach access. Room was very good. Buffet breakfast was very good. Free underground parking. My only disappointment was that I booked anticipating use of the outside spa tub but it was closed for some reason (there is a room spa tub, but too confined for me)."
United States
Randal
The price is AED 758
AED 833 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

15. Motel Nomad Cairns

Motel Nomad Cairns
3.5 star property
Westcourt, 20.3 km from Clifton Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (203 reviews)
"There was mould all throughout the room, water damages from the bathroom which can cause a lot of moisture/mould. Bed was extremely uncomfortable. There seems to be a siting area near that room where everyone smokes and chats until late at night, that wasn’t pleasant either. The fridge was extremely loud."
Australia
Kristelle
The price is AED 306
AED 337 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Motel Nomad Cairns

16. 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, (890 reviews)
"Pool and hot tub are very nice."
United States
Peter
The price is AED 988
AED 988 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Drift Palm Cove

17. 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, (560 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful gardens and apartment."
Australia
Nancy
The price is AED 1,419
AED 1,561 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

18. Palm Cove Studio Apartments

Palm Cove Studio Apartments
4.0 star property
Palm Cove, 3 km from Clifton Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (58 reviews)
"Nice location, very easy to walk to beach front and restaurants."
United Kingdom
Nicola
The price is AED 523
AED 523 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Palm Cove Studio Apartments

19. 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, (94 reviews)
"Room was good and location was convenient"
Australia
Chris
The price is AED 310
AED 341 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern

20. Mantra Amphora

Mantra Amphora
4.0 star property
Palm Cove, 2.5 km from Clifton Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Wonderful accommodation, extremely clean & comfortable with a lovely view in a great location."
Australia
Gary
The price is AED 688
AED 688 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Mantra Amphora
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Where to stay in Clifton Beach

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

Palm Cove

Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Palm Cove Beach and Vie Spa Palm Cove.

Cairns Central Business District

Cairns Central Business District is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Tropical North Waterfront.

Trinity Beach

Travelers to Trinity Beach praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach.

Cairns North

The pristine beaches and ample 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.

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 neighborhood known for its beautiful beaches. Are you looking for Clifton Beach travel tips? Be sure to check out Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while you're in the neighborhood.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Clifton Beach?
Based on our traveler 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 can I expect to find in the Clifton Beach area?
Expedia has 63 hotels and other accommodations 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 bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in Clifton Beach.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Clifton Beach?
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What is there to do in this Cairns neighborhood?
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 neighborhood. 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.