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Our top choices for Clifton Beach hotels

A clear pool surrounded by lush greenery and stone structures.

1. 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, (818 reviews)
"The property was very clean and staff very attentive. I enjoyed the quite location close to water and local restaurants"
Australia
Aydin
The price is AED 656
AED 722 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa
A resort with a central swimming pool, multiple buildings, and a view of the ocean.

2. Mantra Amphora

Mantra Amphora
4.0 star property
Palm Cove, 2.5 km from Clifton Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location. Nice large pool. Restaurant attached was amazing. Apartment was large & had a big balcony. Not the nicest room but pretty good value."
Australia
Georgina
The price is AED 624
AED 624 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Mantra Amphora
A pool area with a bar, lounge chairs, and a thatched-roof pavilion.

3. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove
5.0 star property
Palm Cove, 3 km from Clifton Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful resort at beautiful Palm Cove. Great location. Three great swimming pools. Excellent buffet breakfast. Staff made us feel very welcome. 30 minute trip into Cairns. Car is handy to have, otherwise the local bus service."
Australia
Brian
The price is AED 952
AED 952 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove
A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

4. 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, (895 reviews)
"Pool and hot tub are very nice."
United States
Peter
The price is AED 963
AED 963 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Drift Palm Cove
Courtyard

5. 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, (86 reviews)
"Quiet and close to the beaches. Relaxing and close to dining options."
United States
Karthik
The price is AED 496
AED 545 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
The Palms at Palm Cove
A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.

6. Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments
4.0 star property
Trinity Beach, 3.3 km from Clifton Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (525 reviews)
"The property was great, very central amazing pool with sand and a swim up bar !"
Australia
catharine
The price is AED 492
AED 542 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments
A beach with clear turquoise water, a sailboat, and palm trees.

7. On the Beach Holiday Apartments

On the Beach Holiday Apartments
4.0 star property
Trinity Beach, 3.6 km from Clifton Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (567 reviews)
"Clean room, great location, would definitely stay here again"
Australia
Charlotte
The price is AED 546
AED 546 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
On the Beach Holiday Apartments
A beach with palm trees and a building in the background.

8. 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 1,289
AED 1,418 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
A beach with palm trees and lounge chairs.

9. Palm Cove Studio Apartments

Palm Cove Studio Apartments
4.0 star property
Palm Cove, 3 km from Clifton Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (61 reviews)
"Very spacious and comfortable accommodation in an excellent location just a short stroll to the beach and a whole host of great places to eat or just grab a coffee. The walls are a little thin but luckily we had nice quiet neighbours and overall we really enjoyed our stay. Bed was very comfortable and the pool looked lovely though we didn’t go in. Outdoor kitchen was really useful."
United Kingdom
Rachael
The price is AED 475
AED 475 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Palm Cove Studio Apartments
A resort pool with clear water, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with a mountain in the background.

10. 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, (734 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 809
AED 894 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Mango Lagoon Resort & Wellness Spa
A balcony with a dining table and chairs, a grill, and a view of the sea.

11. Sea Point On Trinity Beach

Sea Point On Trinity Beach
4.5 star property
Trinity Beach, 3.5 km from Clifton Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (211 reviews)
"Property was perfect, immaculately clean and located across the road from the ocean."
Australia
Steven
The price is AED 891
AED 891 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Sea Point On Trinity Beach
A beach with clear turquoise waters, palm trees, and a mountainous backdrop.

12. Trinity Beach Pacific

Trinity Beach Pacific
3.5 star property
Trinity Beach, 3.2 km from Clifton Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (174 reviews)
"Our family had a fantastic stay! "
Australia
Sarah
The price is AED 590
AED 654 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Trinity Beach Pacific
A large, white, two-story house with a swimming pool in front.

13. Trinity Collective

Trinity Collective
3.5 star property
Trinity Beach, 4.7 km from Clifton Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (183 reviews)
"Great stay, be aware there is no covered or shaded parking unlike most motels, inconvenient in rainy weather or summer."
Australia
Bradley
The price is AED 446
AED 491 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Trinity Collective
A poolside area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a clear blue pool.

14. Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove

Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove
4.0 star property
Palm Cove, 3 km from Clifton Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (624 reviews)
"Amazing staff, great location , next to the beach"
United States
Zoran
The price is AED 513
AED 564 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove
A beach with palm trees and a clear sky.

15. 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 563
AED 619 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows
A modern patio with a pool, a dining table, and chairs.

16. Blue Lagoon Villas

Blue Lagoon Villas
4.0 star property
Trinity Beach, 3 km from Clifton Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Well appointed, clean."
Australia
Joseph
The price is AED 855
AED 1,370 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Blue Lagoon Villas
Pool

17. BeachView Apartments at Villa Paradiso

BeachView Apartments at Villa Paradiso
4.0 star property
Palm Cove, 2.9 km from Clifton Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (121 reviews)
"Great location, easy walking distance to restaurants and shops."
Australia
Julie
The price is AED 2,298
AED 2,535 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
BeachView Apartments at Villa Paradiso
An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by large umbrellas and palm trees, overlooking the ocean.

18. The Reef House Adults Retreat - Enjoy 28 Complimentary Inclusions

The Reef House Adults Retreat - Enjoy 28 Complimentary Inclusions
5.0 star property
Palm Cove, 2.8 km from Clifton Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (718 reviews)
"Had a very warm welcome on our arrival and discontinued throughout our stay. Our room was extremely clean and very well stopped. Possibly the best bed that we have slept in on our stay on our various days in Australia. And a pillow menu is always greatly appreciated. We have stayed in lesser Hotels better Hotels that do not offer this."
United Kingdom
Tracey
The price is AED 2,572
AED 2,829 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
The Reef House Adults Retreat - Enjoy 28 Complimentary Inclusions
A modern outdoor seating area with a view of a lake and buildings in the background.

19. Blue Lagoon Villa B

Blue Lagoon Villa B
4.0 star property
Trinity Beach, 3.1 km from Clifton Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"everything about this property was lovely. only thing, kids could find the gaming console (not that i minded lol) and the ad made it sound like the pool was just outside but infact its a small stroll down the road. still enjoyed our swim etc but was one of the deciding factors to stay here when we thought the pool was right there. But that's nothing major, everything else was as described and beds were comfy. would recommend :) "
Australia
Bernie
The price is AED 1,026
AED 1,542 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Blue Lagoon Villa B
A clear pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs, with a building in the background.

20. Cairns Beach Resort

Cairns Beach Resort
3.5 star property
Holloways Beach, 10.5 km from Clifton Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (364 reviews)
"Nice accommodation"
Australia
Bianca
The price is AED 648
AED 712 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Cairns Beach Resort
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Where to stay in Clifton Beach

Find the best Clifton Beach areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with palm trees and a clear blue sky.
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Palm Cove

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

A waterfront with a reflective pool, a blue-roofed pavilion, and wind sculptures.

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.

A beach with a clear sky, a sandy shore, and green foliage.

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.

A sunset over a calm pool with palm trees and a gazebo.

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.

A sandy beach with waves, mountains in the background, and a person walking with a child.

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.

Top Clifton Beach Hotel Reviews

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, walking distance to everywhere in the city. The kids loved the food the swimming pool"
zahra 4-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

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 62 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?
To access more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Clifton Beach, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
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. Trinity Beach, Back Shot Beach, and Buchan Point are just a few of the places to visit in and around Clifton Beach. Earl Hill Conservation Park and Smithfield Conservation Park are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Cairns.