Ellis Beach Travel Guide
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Activities
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
AU$43
per adult
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
AU$217
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Kuranda: Birdworld Entry Ticket
AU$24
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Koala Gardens General Entry Ticket
AU$24
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Rainforestation Nature Park Ticket (BNP)
AU$70
per adult
Hartley's Crocodile Adventures Half-Day Tour
AU$130
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Ellis Beach Hotel Deals
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is AU$335 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$335
19 July - 20 July
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"The plumbing needs replacing/updating. Water had no pressure, taps were hard to turned off to prevent dripping and drainage was really slow so we couldn’t have an enjoyable shower…Otherwise it’s a great place to stay especially the location."
Reviewed on 1 July 2026
Crystalbrook Flynn
68/72 Abbott St Cairns QLD
The price is AU$315 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$315
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Modern hotel, well presented with easy access to its own eateries and the many offerings close by. Only downsides were a restricted number of car parks which meant our car was out on the street all night; and the lighting in the room is very subtle with a lack of bright lighting if you are doing ..."
Reviewed on 3 July 2026
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
The price is AU$255 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$255
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"Suggests parking was available at time of booking, but wasn’t. Had to park 500m away and pay for it. Then walk back to hotel in the rain. I was told by reception that all the parks had been fully booked but big sign NEXT TO RECEPTION states that car parks cannot be booked and it’s first in first ..."
Reviewed on 3 July 2026
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is AU$263 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$263
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-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! (1,046 reviews)
"Rooms could do with updating, money has been spent on dining room, bar and swimming area which look great. Rooms and bathroom tired although a good size. If you can afford to get a sea view room do it- it makes a huge difference rather than looking over the car park. The hospital is a stones throw ..."
Reviewed on 3 July 2026
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
The price is AU$189 per night from 21 July to 22 July
AU$189
21 July - 22 July
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Everything is great value for money, particularly the cleaner did great job. Only thing is the wifi is very unstable"
Reviewed on 1 July 2026
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
Cnr Abbott And Florence Street Cairns QLD
The price is AU$152 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$152
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"The room size was generous. The taps and shower head were awkward. Not easy to turn on or off. In general, the property was quite dated. Maintenance required on fan switch. Window shutters let in too much light."
Reviewed on 2 July 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.
Our guide on where to stay in Ellis Beach
Find the best Ellis Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Ellis Beach
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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.
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.
Ellis Beach Travel Guide
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