Trinity Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A beach with a person walking with a surfboard, a sandy shore, and calm sea.
A coastal town with a beach, houses, and a hill with trees.
A beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a calm sea.
A sandy beach with clear blue water, surrounded by lush green trees and hills in the background.
A beach with green trees and turquoise water.

Unwind on this tranquil stretch of golden beach, relax under the shade of swaying palm trees and explore Tropical North Queensland at your leisure.

Trinity Beach is a favourite getaway for locals and visitors. This peaceful area north of Cairns has a beach nestled between two headlands. Palm trees line the shore and cafés are dotted along the main road. Relax by the water and enjoy the beautiful natural environment.

The two headlands on either end of the beach are great spots for fishing, walking and taking in the views of the pristine landscape. The esplanade along the beach is lined with trees, giving the beach an intimate and secluded feel. Stroll along the boardwalk, through the gardens by the waterfront or relax with a picnic.

Let the kids amuse themselves on the children’s playground. Play a game of tennis or lawn bowls or enjoy a game of golf at one of two nearby golf courses. Adventure seekers can ride in a hot air balloon over the mountains, take a horse ride, bungee jump, skydive or skim through the trees on flying fox zip lines.

Enjoy a day of watersports where you can swim, sail, kayak, parasail or water scooter. Join a scuba diving tour to the outer reef or charter a fishing boat.

After a day of excitement, relax in a day spa and then dine at one of the restaurants by the water.

Accommodation at Trinity Beach ranges from resort-style self-contained units to affordable family holiday homes. Trinity Beach is clean and has lifeguards on duty and a stinger-proof enclosure. This makes it a safer spot to swim during the jellyfish season, which is between November and June. Amenities at the beach include showers and toilets and there is free parking along the main road.

Trinity Beach is a 20-minute drive from Cairns city centre and 15 minutes from Cairns International Airport. Catch the local public bus, which runs services between Trinity Beach, Cairns and Palm Cove, or choose to travel with a commercial tour company for a more direct route.


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Our pick of the best Trinity Beach Hotel Deals

Blue Lagoon Resort

Blue Lagoon Resort

4.5 out of 5
22 - 26 Trinity Beach Road Trinity Beach QLD
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"2 bedroom apartment was spacious and well equipped with pleasant balcony . Lovely pool and close to beach and restaurants. Great coffee too from kiosk at reception ."

Reviewed on 19 July 2026

Blue Lagoon Resort
Trinity Collective

Trinity Collective

3.5 out of 5
10-14 Navigation Drive Trinity Beach QLD
The price is AU$216 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$216
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Palm Cove Beach and Earl Hill Conservation Park ...
10/10 Exceptional! (150 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay. The place is beautiful, spotless, and very well maintained. The staff were friendly. It had everything we needed, including a dishwasher, washing machine, and dryer, which made our stay so much more convenient. Just a few minutes from both the city and the ocean. We would ..."

Reviewed on 17 July 2026

Trinity Collective
Coral Sands Resort

Coral Sands Resort

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Trinity Beach Rd & Vasey Esplanade Trinity Beach QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (840 reviews)
"This is our second time staying and we loved it as much as our first stay. Apartment was great, clean, had everything we needed, very spacious and comfortable. Loved our balcony with a great outlook over the pool. The pool is beautiful, with very relaxing surroundings. Excellent location right across ..."

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

Coral Sands Resort
Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

5 out of 5
31-35 Vasey Esplanade Trinity Beach QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,425 reviews)
"Location was excellent, property value for money was excellent. Pool was amazing. Overall fantastic!!"

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments
Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

4 out of 5
19-23 Trinity Beach Road Trinity Beach QLD
The price is AU$277 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$277
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (517 reviews)
"Wonderful break. Thank you for my room next to the pool. Friendly, clean, kitchen handy. Am returning next July. Beach, food, bars, all within walking distance."

Reviewed on 16 July 2026

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments
On the Beach Holiday Apartments

On the Beach Holiday Apartments

4 out of 5
49-51 Vasey Esplanade, Trinity Beach Trinity Beach QLD
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (561 reviews)
"Nice beachfront property, albeit dated. Well secured. Easy check in procedures. Staff were not very friendly or willing to help with tour bookings though. Bathroom needed a good deep clean, but otherwise place was clean. Dishwasher did not work and 2 electrical points were loose off the wall and ..."

Reviewed on 18 July 2026

On the Beach Holiday Apartments
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 Trinity Beach

Find the best Trinity Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Trinity 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.

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.

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.

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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