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The absolute best accommodation in Palm Cove to try now
Your go-to guide on where to find Palm Cove accommodation to suit all budgets.
Craving that instant holiday feeling? Located just 25 minutes north of Cairns in Tropical North Queensland, Palm Cove accommodation offers the perfect blend of luxury, relaxation, and natural beauty, making it one of Australia’s most sought-after holiday destinations.
Whether you’re after a romantic retreat, a family-friendly resort, or a beachfront escape, this coastal village has it all. Take a peek at some of our favourites below.
NRMA Palm Cove Holiday Park
Settle into your tropical island retreat. (Image: NRMA Palm Cove Holiday Park)
Best for: Simple stays and pet-friendly
Popular with families, Palm Cove Holiday Park is a classic accommodation option next to the beach. Pick a caravan or camping site and soak up the sweet simplicity. The park is also pet-friendly, so you can bring your four-legged friends along too.
Location: 149 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove
Average price: $
Oasis at Palm Cove Resort
Best for: Tropical garden vibes
For a spacious and private stay while surrounded by two and a half acres of manicured tropical gardens, head to Oasis at Palm Cove Resort. Just a short stroll from the esplanade, there’s a mix of apartment sizes to choose from where you’re free to relax on the poolside deck, use the on-site BBQs, and hit the tennis courts.
Location: 1 McDonald Close, Palm Cove
Average price: $$
Melaleuca Resort Palm Cove
Stay in a self-contained apartment near the beach. (Image: Melaleuca Resort Palm Cove)
Best for: Old-fashioned hospitality
Escape the bustle of the esplanade inside the gates of Melaleuca Resort Palm Cove, where you’ll find one-bedroom self-contained apartments and a vibrant tropical garden featuring a lagoon-style walk-in pool. On-site managers Margaret and Stephen offer a warm and friendly welcome.
Location: 85 – 93 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove
Average price: $$
The Sebel Palm Cove
Best for: Long or self-sufficient stays
Take in the views of the Coral Sea from your private balcony at The Sebel Palm Cove. Along with a fully-equipped kitchen, laundry facilities and family-sized seating areas, this stylish resort has all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay.
Location: Coral Coast Drive, Palm Cove
Average price: $$
Mantra Amphora Palm Cove
Bask in tropical vibes at Mantra Amphora Palm Cove.
Best for: Mixed budgets
With apartments to suit every type of traveller, Mantra Amphora is an affordable option for many budgets. When you’re not taking a soak in the heated spa, you’re just a hop, skip and jump from the bustling esplanade.
Location: 49-63 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove
Average price: $$ – $$$
Drift Palm Cove
Wake up to sweeping sea views at Drift Palm Cove. (Image: Supplied)
Best for: Huge lagoon pool
Another idyllic beachfront option is Drift Palm Cove, adorned with tranquil, seaside decor. With a deluxe 1/4 acre lagoon pool, a 12-seater spa and a gymnasium, it’s the perfect place to relax and unwind.
Location: Cnr Williams Esplanade & Veivers Rd, Palm Cove
Average price: $$$
Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove
Relax at the resort’s rainforest rock pool. (Image: Tourism and Events Queensland)
Best for: Communal areas for groups
Chic and contemporary spring to mind at Peppers Beach Club — perfect for a relaxing family holiday. Choose between a variety of one-, two- and three-bedroom suites, and spend your days relaxing at the resort’s rainforest rock pool, cooling off in the lagoon pool or cooking up a BBQ on the rooftop terrace.
Location: 123 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove
Average price: $$$
The Villas Palm Cove
The self-contained villas have plunge pool access. (Image: The Villas Palm Cove)
Best for: Own plunge pool
Need a little more space? Choose from a collection of spacious open-plan contemporary one-to-four bedroom self-contained villas and apartments — perfect for groups, friends and families of all sizes. Each accommodation at The Villas Palm Cove has its own saltwater plunge pool, as well as a private courtyard decorated with palm trees, Melaleucas and other native plants.
Location: 24 Warren Street, Palm Cove
Average price: $$$
Reef Retreat
Reef Retreat features a heated saltwater pool.
Best for: Close to the beach
Located just 50 metres from Palm Cove Beach and restaurants, Reef Retreat is an intimate boutique retreat immersed in a tropical green landscape. Whether you’re after a studio, one-, two- or three-bedroom apartment, each option is thoughtfully designed to give you all the comforts of home.
Location: 10 – 14 Harpa Street, Palm Cove
Average price: $$$ – $$$$
Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa
Pop into the poolside lagoon bar for a relaxing afternoon. (Image: Tourism Tropical North Queensland/Tourism Palm Cove)
Best for: A luxury escape
If you’re looking for five-star luxury, Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa is the one for you. Here you can order a cocktail at the poolside lagoon bar, indulge in world-class therapies at its on-site Vie Spa and dine at the tropical terrace restaurant Temple of Tastes.
Location: 5 Triton Street, Palm Cove
Average price: $$$$
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
Laze beside one of the three pools at Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore. (Image: Tourism Tropical North Queensland)
Best for: Direct beach access
As the only resort in Tropical North Queensland with direct beach access, it’s never been more convenient to relax than at Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore. When you’ve had your share of sand and waves, laze beside one of the three pools (choose between adults-only or kids-friendly), soak in a treatment at its renowned L. M. Spa or dine at nearby beachfront restaurant, Nu Nu.
Location: 1 Veivers Road, Palm Cove
Average price: $$$$
The Reef House Adults Retreat
Relax in the Japanese-style mineral pool. (Image: The Reef House Adults Retreat)
Best for: A couple’s retreat
For a tranquil stay without kids by the pool, The Reef House situated in the heart of Palm Cove is the ultimate adults-only escape. Enjoy a gin-infused welcome drink on arrival, daily wellness classes, luxury room touches, and its award-winning restaurant and spa.
Location: 99 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove
Average price: $$$$$
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