Although the beachside location is the biggest selling point of this compact, upscale hotel, there are plenty of other noteworthy features. The airy, cheerful rooms are all suites with kitchenettes, balconies, living rooms, and two-person tubs in the generous bathrooms; the restaurant serves excellent food at reasonable prices; and the swimming pool is a joy to explore. While those looking for amenities such as room service, a concierge, a fitness center, or spa may be underwhelmed, others will likely appreciate the Peninsula's DIY ethos. Note that the Peninsula Boutique Hotel is for adults only -- it does not allow children.
Although the beachside location is the biggest selling point of this compact, upscale hotel, there are plenty of other noteworthy features. The airy, cheerful rooms are all suites with kitchenettes, balconies, living rooms, and two-person tubs in the generous bathrooms; the restaurant serves excellent food at reasonable prices; and the swimming pool is a joy to explore. While those looking for amenities such as room service, a concierge, a fitness center, or spa may be underwhelmed, others will likely appreciate the Peninsula's DIY ethos. Note that the Peninsula Boutique Hotel is for adults only -- it does not allow children.
The Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa is an upscale property set a few minutes' walk from Four Mile Beach, but an eight-minute drive form the town center and its restaurants. The hotel has a spectacular, lagoon-style swimming pool that laps up against the terraces of some of the 128 spare, but elegantly decorated, apartments. Nearly all of the apartments have some sort of perk, from two-person spa baths or full kitchens, to private terraces with hot tubs and barbecue grills, but they can show significant signs of wear and Wi-Fi is pricey. A spa, an all-day seafood-centric restaurant, and sundries shop round out the amenities. Travelers looking to stay closer to the center of town may want to try the Peppers Beach Club Port Douglas.
The Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa is an upscale property set a few minutes' walk from Four Mile Beach, but an eight-minute drive form the town center and its restaurants. The hotel has a spectacular, lagoon-style swimming pool that laps up against the terraces of some of the 128 spare, but elegantly decorated, apartments. Nearly all of the apartments have some sort of perk, from two-person spa baths or full kitchens, to private terraces with hot tubs and barbecue grills, but they can show significant signs of wear and Wi-Fi is pricey. A spa, an all-day seafood-centric restaurant, and sundries shop round out the amenities. Travelers looking to stay closer to the center of town may want to try the Peppers Beach Club Port Douglas.
This large resort in a corner of the Melaleuca rainforest offers most of the amenities of its more upscale neighbors at a significantly lower price. The lodgings are basic but well-kept, with full-service rooms with air-conditioning as well as DIY-style apartments that include kitchens and, in some cases, laundry facilities. An array of on-site amenities -- including a large lagoon-style saltwater pool with a waterfall and swim-up bar, a fitness center, and a spa -- add value. On the downside, the hotel is located some distance from Port Douglas' main attractions, and it lacks the polish and modern touches of some of its higher-priced competitors.
This large resort in a corner of the Melaleuca rainforest offers most of the amenities of its more upscale neighbors at a significantly lower price. The lodgings are basic but well-kept, with full-service rooms with air-conditioning as well as DIY-style apartments that include kitchens and, in some cases, laundry facilities. An array of on-site amenities -- including a large lagoon-style saltwater pool with a waterfall and swim-up bar, a fitness center, and a spa -- add value. On the downside, the hotel is located some distance from Port Douglas' main attractions, and it lacks the polish and modern touches of some of its higher-priced competitors.
This small, adult-only hotel wins points for its distinctive style, quirky touches, and gay-friendly ethos. The dozen rooms are packed with features like outdoor bathtubs and small kitchens, and each feels private and self-contained, thanks to the lush gardens on all sides. The slightly out-of-the-way location and lack of big-hotel amenities may be off-putting to some, but those looking for a boutique mid-range option in the Port Douglas area should be pleasantly surprised.
This small, adult-only hotel wins points for its distinctive style, quirky touches, and gay-friendly ethos. The dozen rooms are packed with features like outdoor bathtubs and small kitchens, and each feels private and self-contained, thanks to the lush gardens on all sides. The slightly out-of-the-way location and lack of big-hotel amenities may be off-putting to some, but those looking for a boutique mid-range option in the Port Douglas area should be pleasantly surprised.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Paradise Links Resort is a self-catering hotel on the outskirts of Port Douglas, a 10-minute walk from Four Mile Beach. The resort’s 68 attractive, contemporary units range from standard hotel rooms to sprawling four-bedroom villas. It’s worth noting that while most have fully equipped kitchens, living rooms, and dining tables, the Links Hotel Rooms don't have cooking facilities. Although there are no dining options on-site, many are within a 10-minute drive. The resort does have two attractive, shady pools set in the grounds, with adjacent barbecue grills for guest use, as well as a tennis court. The resort is a bus ride away from Port Douglas proper, so travelers looking to stay closer to the center of town may want to try the Peppers Beach Club Port Douglas.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Paradise Links Resort is a self-catering hotel on the outskirts of Port Douglas, a 10-minute walk from Four Mile Beach. The resort’s 68 attractive, contemporary units range from standard hotel rooms to sprawling four-bedroom villas. It’s worth noting that while most have fully equipped kitchens, living rooms, and dining tables, the Links Hotel Rooms don't have cooking facilities. Although there are no dining options on-site, many are within a 10-minute drive. The resort does have two attractive, shady pools set in the grounds, with adjacent barbecue grills for guest use, as well as a tennis court. The resort is a bus ride away from Port Douglas proper, so travelers looking to stay closer to the center of town may want to try the Peppers Beach Club Port Douglas.
The impressive Mai Tai Resort combines the personalized service of a boutique B&B with the comfort and atmosphere of an upscale resort, and is priced accordingly. The property's stunning views over the Port Douglas hinterlands are a major draw, but the four immaculate rooms are also enticing, with luxurious furnishings and plenty of modern amenities. There's also a two-bedroom self-catering villa that provides a private and luxurious alternative to the serviced rooms. Well-behaved pets are welcome, but children are not, so plan accordingly.
The impressive Mai Tai Resort combines the personalized service of a boutique B&B with the comfort and atmosphere of an upscale resort, and is priced accordingly. The property's stunning views over the Port Douglas hinterlands are a major draw, but the four immaculate rooms are also enticing, with luxurious furnishings and plenty of modern amenities. There's also a two-bedroom self-catering villa that provides a private and luxurious alternative to the serviced rooms. Well-behaved pets are welcome, but children are not, so plan accordingly.
This large, upscale resort-style hotel impresses with its gorgeous gardens, large swimming pool, and top-notch health and wellness facilities. The well-presented room suites come in various configurations, but all feature tasteful decor and plenty of amenities, including free Wi-Fi and free movies. The atmosphere is family-friendly, although couples looking for a romantic getaway may find the large number of children a nuisance. The attractions of Port Douglas are a short walk away.
This large, upscale resort-style hotel impresses with its gorgeous gardens, large swimming pool, and top-notch health and wellness facilities. The well-presented room suites come in various configurations, but all feature tasteful decor and plenty of amenities, including free Wi-Fi and free movies. The atmosphere is family-friendly, although couples looking for a romantic getaway may find the large number of children a nuisance. The attractions of Port Douglas are a short walk away.
Those looking for sophisticated self-catering lodging in Port Douglas may want to consider the Coconut Grove Apartments, a luxurious 33-room apartment hotel in a quiet complex close to the beach. The apartments feature generously sized outdoor areas (most with pools) and indoor comforts such as flat-screen TVs and high-end L'Occitane toiletries. The lack of resort-style features and the fees for housekeeping and Wi-Fi may be a turn-off for some, but independent travelers who like to cook for themselves will feel right at home.
Those looking for sophisticated self-catering lodging in Port Douglas may want to consider the Coconut Grove Apartments, a luxurious 33-room apartment hotel in a quiet complex close to the beach. The apartments feature generously sized outdoor areas (most with pools) and indoor comforts such as flat-screen TVs and high-end L'Occitane toiletries. The lack of resort-style features and the fees for housekeeping and Wi-Fi may be a turn-off for some, but independent travelers who like to cook for themselves will feel right at home.
In a tucked-away spot with direct access to the beach, Mandalay Apartments is a low-key (but upmarket) self-catering option. The quiet, spacious apartments may not be the most fashionable in town, but they're comfortable and come with well-equipped kitchens. There's plenty within walking distance and more active types will enjoy the two swimming pools, the tennis court, and bike rentals. Although the property attracts both vacationers and corporate guests, business travelers may not appreciate the fee for Wi-Fi and the lack of other work facilities.
In a tucked-away spot with direct access to the beach, Mandalay Apartments is a low-key (but upmarket) self-catering option. The quiet, spacious apartments may not be the most fashionable in town, but they're comfortable and come with well-equipped kitchens. There's plenty within walking distance and more active types will enjoy the two swimming pools, the tennis court, and bike rentals. Although the property attracts both vacationers and corporate guests, business travelers may not appreciate the fee for Wi-Fi and the lack of other work facilities.
This small, independently-owned motel punches above its weight with clean, well-equipped rooms that come with kitchenettes and first-class service. Free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping, a small saltwater swimming pool, and free bike rental are other amenities that make the Lazy Lizard Motor Inn excellent value. Those hoping to be in the heart of the action may be frustrated by its out-of-the-way location, but some might consider this a plus.
This small, independently-owned motel punches above its weight with clean, well-equipped rooms that come with kitchenettes and first-class service. Free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping, a small saltwater swimming pool, and free bike rental are other amenities that make the Lazy Lizard Motor Inn excellent value. Those hoping to be in the heart of the action may be frustrated by its out-of-the-way location, but some might consider this a plus.