Title: Visit Machans Beach: Best of Machans Beach, Cairns Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Machans Beach](https://expedia.ca/Machans-Beach-Cairns-Hotels.0-n6131521-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Cairns](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Cairns.d553248635404168639.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Cairns](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Cairns.d553248635404168639.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Machans Beach Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Machans-Beach.d6131521.Car-Rental-Guide)[Machans Beach Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Machans-Beach.d6131521.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Machans Beach ## Cairns ## Visit Machans Beach Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Cairns travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Cairns.dx553248635404168639) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Cairns Esplanade featuring a pool, a luxury hotel or resort and swimming](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127785/4d6928c8-cfa7-41e9-ba62-fe6f27b138d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairns Esplanade 4.5/5(62 reviews) Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea. [](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Esplanade-Cairns-North.d6127785.Vacation-Attraction) ![One of best things to do in Cairns is ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway. It's a 90 minute journey that takes you down the mountain to Cairns passing waterfalls, scenic lookouts and over old bridges. Catch the Skyrail up the mountain from Cairns and then catch the train back down. Or, vice versa.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635404168639/326c5b35-009e-425f-a91d-03f0ccba2866.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairns Central Shopping Centre 4/5(35 reviews) During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours. [](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Central-Shopping-Centre-Cairns.d6127783.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cairns Marlin Marina which includes sailing, mountains and a marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634340801489/f40dd38e-4c9a-458d-b599-d7304acca1e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairns Marlin Marina 4.5/5(25 reviews) Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay. [](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Marlin-Marina-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d553248634340801489.Vacation-Attraction) ![Palm Cove Beach featuring a beach, tropical scenes and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061139/574cc203-78ff-4692-8a72-d7f7b2caeb98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Palm Cove Beach 4.5/5(33 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Palm-Cove-Beach-Palm-Cove.d6061139.Vacation-Attraction) ![Esplanade Lagoon which includes a hotel and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160844/23460ff6-d7ca-4925-8661-1a4a85bf78bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Esplanade Lagoon 4.5/5(29 reviews) Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions. [](https://expedia.ca/Esplanade-Lagoon-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d6160844.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cairns Convention Centre, Queensland: Aerial Photo of Iconic Architecture, Urban Landscape, Waterfront, and City Infrastructure in Tropical North Queensland, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061117/6e2bca82-0c8b-4512-bd5f-afa4b0717cff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairns Convention Centre 4/5(4 reviews) Learn about the events happening at Cairns Convention Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours. [](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Convention-Centre-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d6061117.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![relaxing at the deck of a ship in Australia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/426730/0ffdabbf-a06e-4503-8177-bf31dfb56b12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour CA $246 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-outer-great-barrier-reef-cruise-snorkeling-tour.a426730.activity-details) ![Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/809210/bcf9d7af-3723-4dfe-a966-f01769cd106f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise CA $175 per traveller **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/quicksilver-great-barrier-reef-agincourt-reef-cruise.a809210.activity-details) ![passengers aboard amphibious DUKW drive through jungles in Cairns](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/261247/5dd84a4d-bfd7-40ea-bf01-7abdfd1391ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest CA $30 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/army-duck-tour-of-the-rainforest.a261247.activity-details) ![Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4231150/655d9bd4-21f4-4c26-b55c-5a7743b2f710.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets CA $256 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/kuranda-scenic-rail-skyrail-including-gold-class-tickets.a4231150.activity-details) ![Koala](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/734154/9dfb8f91-1cd4-46d0-9b34-4ebfeb64c308.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets CA $36 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/kuranda-koala-gardens-and-birdworld-admission-tickets.a734154.activity-details) ![Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/930546/b22d2fcc-8f6e-4bd5-bc68-fa78756ff068.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns CA $97 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/fitzroy-island-transfers-and-tours-from-cairns.a930546.activity-details) [See all activities in Cairns](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Cairns.d553248635404168639.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Machans Beach Hotel Deals ![Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16100/16032/d15de08f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD CA $190 CA $209 total Mar 10 - Mar 11 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews) Great spacious room with all the amenities needed. Easy check in and special Thank you to Niklas for assisting with our bags and car, a nice warm welcome. Will definitely stay again when next in Cairns. Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F03%2F2026&endDate=11%2F03%2F2026&selected=16032&PinnedHotelID=16032&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6131521) ![Hilton Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1300/1233/5c3e5487_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Cairns 34 Esplanade Cairns QLD CA $178 CA $196 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews) Room was clean. Services excellent. Staff very friendly and helpful Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=1233&PinnedHotelID=1233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6131521) ![Cairns Colonial Club Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/84300/84257/f46c662b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cairns Colonial Club Resort 18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD CA $107 CA $118 total Feb 9 - Feb 10 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews) Great room and amenities Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=84257&PinnedHotelID=84257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6131521) ![Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/84300/84251/c287dbed_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort 122 Lake St Cairns QLD CA $164 CA $180 total Mar 2 - Mar 3 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (864 reviews) Lovely staff Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=84251&PinnedHotelID=84251&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6131521) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7600/7566/9a3464c6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns 121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD CA $148 CA $163 total Feb 26 - Feb 27 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews) The room was extremely clean and fresh. The staff were exceptionally helpful and pleasant. The buffet breakfast offered me what I needed with vegan, gluten-free options and the food was thoroughly delightful. I highly recommend this hotel for your Cairns stays. Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F02%2F2026&endDate=27%2F02%2F2026&selected=7566&PinnedHotelID=7566&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6131521) ![Crystalbrook Riley](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22630000/22629700/22629613/ec509db7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Crystalbrook Riley 131-141 Esplanade Cairns QLD CA $216 CA $237 total Feb 25 - Feb 26 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) The pool area was relaxing Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=22629613&PinnedHotelID=22629613&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6131521) [See all 1,362 properties in Machans Beach](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6131521) 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. ## Check Machans Beach hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6131521&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[Feb 8 - Feb 9](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6131521&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6131521&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[Feb 9 - Feb 10](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6131521&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6131521&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6131521&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Machans Beach ![Rainbow at Holloways beach, Cairns, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180147/341bbf1c-dc57-4e0a-a11f-d4cfa5d1e688.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Holloways-Beach.dx180147) ![Jack Barnes Bicentennial Mangrove Boardwalk in a coastal area of the Coral Sea in Cairns, Northern Queensland, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6003722/4a2bc27b-b125-4c62-8719-b87043dcdda2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Aeroglen If you're spending some time in Aeroglen, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Skydive The Reef Cairns are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Aeroglen.dx6003722) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Barron.dx6209836) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Whitfield.dx6268338) ![Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6324192/a088ef1a-c337-4494-b8d8-b0970ef5a6bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Edge-Hill.dx6131758) ![The Cairns Lagoon at sunrise in Tropical North Queensland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131529/180ef19c-8f96-4116-a1dd-83cce1df4d64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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