Machans Beach
Cairns
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Popular places to visit
Cairns Esplanade
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
Palm Cove Beach
Located in between the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, this palm tree-lined beach is an idyllic spot to take it easy or begin an adventure.
Cairns Marlin Marina
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.
Esplanade Lagoon
Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions.
Cairns Night Markets
During your visit to Cairns, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the local tours.
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station
Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car.
Machans Beach Hotel Deals
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Dining options were great and the food was delicious. Clean room. The pool was wonderful great to lounge in after a day of sight seeing.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Great location. Free parking. Modern facilities. Friendly staff
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Hilton Cairns
The location was the best ever.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
We loved the view from our balcony and the easy convenient walk to all of the seaside restaurants. The staff were amazing and helpful.
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025
Crystalbrook Flynn
Fantastic location along the warf/water front. Super Friendly staff. Neat and tidy hotel. Super Nice rooms, although a bit small. Wonderful views. Overall fantastic hotel. Only negative is food and beverage service stops early at the hotel restaurant but there are tons of other locations close by ...
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Crystalbrook Bailey
The bed was utterly sumptuous and the toiletries were spa like. The reception staff were so helpful and accommodating- we were leant umbrellas when it rained and they arranged with housekeeping for our room to be cleaned at 10:30 am every morning so we could come back after lunch and relax. We stayed ...
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Machans Beach
Holloways Beach
Beaches, restaurants, and gardens are some highlights of Holloways Beach. Make a stop by Yorkeys Knob Beach or Holloways Beach while you're exploring.
Aeroglen
If you're spending some time in Aeroglen, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Skydive The Reef Cairns are top sights worth seeing.
Whitfield
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Whitfield and surrounding area, you can visit Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.
Barron
Though Barron might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station.
Edge Hill
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Edge Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens or Mount Whitfield Conservation Park.
Cairns North
Beaches and abundant dining options are well-reviewed features of Cairns North. Make a stop by top sights like Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're exploring the area.
