Ellis Beach Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Cairns Esplanade
Cairns Esplanade is just one of the places to see in Cairns, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

Palm Cove Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Palm Cove Beach during your travels in Cairns? While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its spas.

Cairns Marlin Marina
Explore the waterfront in Tropical North Waterfront with a trip to Cairns Marlin Marina. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

Esplanade Lagoon
Enjoy an outing to Esplanade Lagoon during your stay in Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

Cairns Night Markets
During your trip to Tropical North Waterfront, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.

Clifton Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Clifton Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Cairns. Wander the gardens and seaside in this relaxing area.
Top hotels in Ellis Beach

Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows
We booked for two nights one of the two bedroom cabins and the comfort was excellent, having a big fridge, 2 x air conditioning systems and a nice bathroom.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

Hilton Cairns
Ritz attended to our concerns promptly. It was wonderful to have a pleasant place to stay. Live music in the Atrium was an enjoyable touch. Thank you again Ritz and team!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Had a fabulous view from my balcony; fab housekeeping; breakfast was amazingly, fairly central especially to dive/reef boats. Great stay overall.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Breakfast was amazing staff very helpful cleaner extremely knowledgeable people every one was amazing
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Crystalbrook Riley
Paper Crane was terrific and well run. CC’s was still outstanding how it is run which is very Professional. A huge appreciation to Francisco as he Welcomed both my wife and myself with Great Professionalism. As soon as the bags were out of the Uber he was wheeling them in and then help check us in. ...
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Good
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around 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.

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.

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.

Kewarra Beach
Unique features of Kewarra Beach include the beaches and golf courses. Make a stop by Kewarra Beach or Kuranda National Park while you're exploring the area.

Trinity Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Trinity Park and surrounding area, you can visit Half Moon Bay Golf Course and Moon River Beach.

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.
