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Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows

3.0 star property
Beachfront, with outdoor pool

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On the beach
Outdoor pool
Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, cookware/dishes/utensils
Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View | 2 bedrooms, cribs/infant beds, bed sheets
Studio, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | 2 bedrooms, cribs/infant beds, bed sheets
Located in the heart of Ellis Beach, Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows offers a welcoming coastal retreat. Guests enjoy an on-site grocery store, restaurant, outdoor pool, and barbecue grills for ocean-view meals.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View | 2 bedrooms, cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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2 bedrooms, cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View | 2 bedrooms, cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
Sofa bed - double
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 bedrooms, cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Cottage, Multiple Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Studio, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View | 2 bedrooms, cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Studio, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
Sofa bed - double
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | 2 bedrooms, cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Studio, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
Sofa bed - double
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | 2 bedrooms, cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Premium Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows is in Ellis Beach, a neighborhood in Cairns. Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Kuranda Arts Co-Op Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Hartley's Crocodile Adventures and Rainforestation Nature Park. Kuranda Koala Gardens and Australian Venom Zoo are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving, snorkeling and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Map
Captain Cook Highway, Ellis Beach, QLD, 4879

What's nearby

  • Palm Cove Beach - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Clifton Village Shopping Centre - 6 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Clifton Beach - 9 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Kewarra Beach - 10 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Trinity Beach - 14 min drive - 8.1 miles

Getting around

  • Redlynch Station - 19 min drive
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Espresso&Co - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Palm Cove Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Vivo Palm Cove - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pete's Place - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nu Nu Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows

Hotel located in Ellis Beach
Take advantage of a grocery/convenience store, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a restaurant at Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance
  • Barbecue grills and a gift shop
Room features
All guestrooms at Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows have comforts such as air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Sofa beds and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Showers and tubs or showers
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Double sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10 per stay

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10 per stay

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Ellis Beach Campground
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows Campground
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows Campground Campground
Oceanfront Bungalows Campground
Oceanfront Bungalows Campground Campground
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows Campground Campsite
Oceanfront Bungalows Campgrou
Ellis Oceanfront Bungalows
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Holiday Park
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows Hotel
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows Campground
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows Ellis Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ellis Beach hotel is just steps from Wet Tropics of Queensland and Macalister Range National Park. Vie Spa Palm Cove is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

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Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 85 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, loved hearing the beach from our cabin!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Florentino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent place to relax

Great place to stay and relax
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just perfect!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good place to have a family getaway especially if you have kids 🙌
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Listening to the waves was very therapeutic with my cabin being right on the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous, gorgeous location. Almost impossible to beat. It's a beach bungalo, but we were pleased with the accomodations. Bunk beds a little small and many of the washer/dryers were out of order. All our interactions with staff were great. We really enjoyed our stay and you will too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and amazing location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great, relaxing stay. 5 mins from Palm Cove and just across the road for a coffee, afternoon drink or meals. We really enjoyed it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and tidy. Views are the best. Deck and deck chairs so comfy to watch sunrise and the sunset
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Loved the outlook right on the beach very tropical and tranquil.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Terrific spot, literally just about on the beach! Short drive to Palm Cove. Only down side is it quite close to the road and there can be a bit a traffic noise
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Extremely deceptive marketing. We booked an ocean view cabin. They are a garden room. Staff were lovely and room was great but our experience was soured when all we could see was the back of other cabins and cars. It was like a greasy used car salesman had written the add. Staff said it was Wotif which I agree the photos on Wotif are the most deceptive but just change the description to garden room and price accordingly and you will have happy clients. I did give them an opportunity to deal with this but have received no communication at all.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Meg

Liked: Amenities, communication
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The cabins arent the greatest. Yes they were pretty clean (its hard to keep something so close to the ocean clean), but big old noisy aircons, and some lights didnt work, and the floor lino was quite cracked in places, and sometimes you would step on a part of floor that seemed unstable and you would sink a bit, and the water was quite brown, so we bought cartons of water to drink. Unfortunately we had 2 days of rain on arrival so we spent quite a bit of time inside and on the balcony, but for the days of sunshine it was beautiful so close to the beach and outside was always neat and tidy. If you mainly spend time on the beach or in the pool or exploring, its a great quiet little spot, and so we were able to get over the little issues inside. If you are just staying in the area one night and passing through, its probably not worth the cost, as its pretty comparable to a hotel in palm cove, but if you want a few days of beach time, it is really lovely. Unfortunately the bar and grill restaurant across the road (the only food venue IN Ellis Beach) is currently shut for dinner, and closing completely on the 8th January for a month at least, so food either needs to be cooked by yourself, or head to palm cove up the road.

4/10 Poor

Nobuyuki

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Smelly cabin and bed bugs

The location was amazing, but not worth it for the bed bugs, disgusting smells and overpriced accommodation.   When we arrived and opened the door it smelled like a combination of someone's sweaty armpits, toilet waste and cigarette butts.  The built-in kitchen facility was ok to use, but it felt really rude that they threatened to charge an additional $50 fee if you didn't wash, dry and put away your dishes.   The worst thing though was being woken by my 9 year old son in the middle of the night upset and complaining of itchiness - all over his body.    We'd managed to avoid getting bitten by mosquitos and other biting insects on the rest of our 10 day Northern Queensland trip - but on this last night, which was supposed to be our beautiful, peaceful farewell and close to our holiday ... my son got bitten very badly by bed bugs covering every part of his body with itchy bites.   We felt awful and had all of us sleeping restlessly for the rest of the night crammed in the only clean bed in the cabin.   I never leave bad reviews, but the discomfort and potential health issues of bed bug bites for my son made me cross enough to let you all know, this is not a place I would ever recommend or stay at again - and the price....!  We stayed at a 5 star hotel in Cairns cheaper ...!   If we'd have known, we would have gone back to Cairns and stayed somewhere much cleaner, less stinky and less gross.   Would not recommend this place.  At all.  
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

harinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Natalie

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Communication
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Metres from the beach, spacious and well equiped cabins. Loved every minute of our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

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