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Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments

3.5 star property
Apartment in Cairns with a nearby private beach and an outdoor pool

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A terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling and surfing/body boarding at this apartment. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as car rentals on site.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 570 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium One Bedroom Apartment (Guests 8 Years Old and Over Only) | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 570 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments is in Clifton Beach, a neighborhood in Cairns. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cairns Esplanade and Wet Tropics of Queensland, while Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Tanks Arts Centre are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cable Ski Cairns or Cazaly's Stadium. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Cairns travel guide
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Map
81-87 Guide Street, (Entrance on Clifton Road), Clifton Beach, QLD, 4879

What's nearby

  • Palm Cove Beach featuring a beach, tropical scenes and general coastal views
    Palm Cove Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Clifton Beach showing a beach
    Clifton Beach
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Clifton Village Shopping Centre
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kewarra Beach
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Vie Spa Palm Cove
    6 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Redlynch Station
    15 min drive
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Il Chiosco
    8 min drive
  • Coco Mojo
    1 min walk
  • Vivo Palm Cove
    5 min drive
  • Pete's Place
    5 min drive
  • Espresso&Co
    6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments

Apartment in Cairns with a nearby private beach and an outdoor pool
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free apartment building has dry cleaning and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and barbecue grills are onsite. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Guests will appreciate conveniences like a washer/dryer and a dining area, while an LCD TV with satellite channels and a DVD player provide a bit of entertainment.
Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3.5-star apartment have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers.

LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards.

Recreational amenities at the apartment include an outdoor pool.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Sandy private beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Car rental
  • Free self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed: AUD 25 per night

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Phone
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 building
  • 18 units
  • 3 floors
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Built in 1989
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: AUD 50.00
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 50.00

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 5 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 8 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 8 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 25.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 25.00 per person (one way)
  • Early check-in fee: AUD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 25.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Children 8 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of AUD 50.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for AUD 50.00 (subject to availability).

Does Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of AUD 25.00 per person applies.

Where is Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments located?

Located in Clifton Beach, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Palm Cove Beach and Clifton Beach. Kewarra Beach and Clifton Village Shopping Centre are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 133 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 133 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 133 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 133 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean apartment. Nice pool. Restaurant opposite hotel. 2 minute walk to beach and good cafe. Would stay again. Thanks Linda.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location for exploring and quiet as away from the tourist hotspots! Cairns very accessible by public transport and most of the tour operators will come to you
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet clean friendly comfortable and close to beach
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yanping

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The place make people feel like home, clean and fully equipped, and the lady is very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jadwiga

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Spacious, clean apartment with everything you need in the kitchen, comfortable bed and in great location, 2 min walk from the beach ( and a bus stop if you don’t have a car and need to go shopping) There is a small swimming pooll, too. Linda is lovely and very accommodating. It's not a luxury apartment but exactly what I was after. Thank you and I would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was very clean and quiet. Also central to our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean. Spacious. Older style. Has everything you need for a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The unit was neat and tidy just a little dated. There were all the kitchen utensils required and it was quite comfortable in the unit. Whilst there is noise from bin emptying, building construction in the surrounding area and a public tennis court next door it is just suburban background noise so it is relatively peaceful. The pool is quite pleasant for a dip. The unit block surrounds are well set up with shaded areas to relax, hang washing and shaded car parking. The manager was very helpful and knowledgeable.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie Trousas and Leonardo Casimiro dos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a lovely stay, the apartment had 2 air conditioners so we were very comfortable. Linda is also very hospitable and friendly, always available to chat to us and full of information and handy tips of what to see and do around Cairns.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuliia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Very nice, comfortable apartment! Friendly manager Linda and her little white dog ;-) Frendly neighbours. From my room I heard the sound of ocean. I Very much enjoyed my time there
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

An ideal place in a quiet location.

Clifton Springs Holiday Apartments is great place to stay, located in a good quiet neighbourhood close to the beach, It is very clean and spacious and close to Cairns and Port Douglas.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nichelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I had no complaints. Really enjoyed my stay. It had everything I needed, just like home. Managers helpful and friendly, I would definitely stay again. Great location and easy to access. Highly reccommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Martha

Liked: Room comfort, communication

Beautiful holiday spot

Good location but no internet in the apartment. This was only available by the pool and barbaque area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Location is close to the beach, there are many amenities and kitchen is fully stocked. Unfortunately property is not holiday only, there are residents as well, some of which are smokers and the cigarette smell can be felt if you're a non-smoker.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

rayan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a nice little place in a nice area 1 block away from the beach. The property is a serviced appartment style rather than a hotel. So be prepared to BYO shampoo and body soap(i wish we knew that before getting there). There is also a fully equiped kitchen however it's BYO dishwasher detergent as well to wash the kitchen ware after use. The property manager was nice enough to give us washing powder so we can do our laundry, that was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place iwas surprisingly very good ..was very homely..packed with everything u need az if your were in your own home..it also had alot of local amazing art everywhere in the apartmemt..2 min walk to clifton beach had a very nice restaurant across the road called mojos.linda the manager in charge of the complex is very lovely. I would definitely recommend to stay here and ill definitely stay there again when come back to cairns ..
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place to stay, very clean and very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Extremely friendly hosts, relaxed location & within a block of the beach. So much to do nearby.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good basic accommodation, tiled, comfortable bed, internal laundry, well stocked kitchen and nice pool onsite to swim in
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The apartment was nice & clean, it had everything we needed. The owner was very pleasant & friendly. Location was good in between Cairns & port Douglas.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Property had everything we needed for our stay. Including all cooking facilities and a washing machine! It's a great location to see all the sights!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clifton sands was a pleasant stay. The apartment was clean, quiet and well equipped. The check in a help from Linda, the manager was easy and friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

DIANNE

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
We really enjoyed our stay. The unit was spacious, clean and comfortable. The kitchen was fully equipped and the bathroom/laundry excellent. We had undercover offstreet parking and were able to walk to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jan, Cooktown

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clifton Sands was delightful, with just the right blend of privacy, view, comfort and wildlife to make our stay very enjoyable and very affordable. When we drove in and saw all those lovely Bougainvillea hanging baskets we knew that we would be taken care of well, and we were.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Freundliche Leitung, ruhige Anlage gute Infrastruktur, Nähe zum Strand, Bushaltestelle in der Nähe, Unterstüzung bei Ausflügen. Sehr zu empfehlen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020