Best Boutique Hotels in Palm Cove
This guide to the best luxury, boutique, and design-forward hotels in Palm Cove is manually curated by our editorial team based on first-hand research, verified guest reviews, location analysis, and overall service quality. Each hotel is selected to meet high standards of comfort, authenticity, and guest experience.
Creative and unique is this small resort complex of 8 (1 and 2 bedroom apartments). Very affordable, renovated, and all within 2 minutes walk of stunning Palm cove beach and all the famous eateries. The apartments all overlook a stunning tropical garden with timber boardwalks and the pool oasis which is private and tranquil with private cabanas and oversize quality sunlounges. We are more suitable for travelers, couples or families looking for tranquility, peace and quiet. Maybe enjoy a yoga class in our large garden pavilion or a quiet drink with a book by the heated pool (28 degrees). We have a bbq pavilion also for guests to use, great for families. We have fast internet, and offer discounts for longer stays. But our reviews say it all Facilites • self catering apartments with all the mod cons to prepare your own meals • Free fast wifi • Laundry, • free parking
Guest Reviews:
- "Had dinner at Nu Nu Restaurant." - "Staying at this hotel was an absolute delight, starting with the unique perk of having direct access to the pool from our room, which was a refreshing convenience we thoroughly enjoyed. The bathroom was equipped with a dual showerhead, adding a luxurious touch to our daily routine. The hotel is surrounded by lush tropical gardens and beautiful boardwalks that offered a serene escape into nature. Additionally, its proximity to the local pub, just 50 meters away, and a mere 3-minute walk to an abundance of local eateries, made our dining experiences varied and accessible. The beach, just a few minutes' walk away, was the cherry on top, providing easy access to sun, sand, and sea. This hotel truly provided us with an unforgettable stay, combining luxury, convenience, and natural beauty."
Fabulous
564 reviews
Boasting 3 swimming pools, 2 spas and tranquil tropical gardens, The Reef House Adults Retreat - Enjoy 28 Complimentary Inclusions - Adults & Couples Boutique Tropical Escapes is located on a beachfront in Palm Cove. Guests enjoy luxury accommodations and a variety of ways to relax. The Reef House Restaurant offers panoramic ocean views and serves Mediterranean, Asian and Australian cuisine. In pursuit of creating unforgettable experiences for our guests we are pleased to offer the following complimentary luxury inclusions during your stay at The Reef House. *Your Escape Planning Specialist will assist in curating your escape in the months and weeks before arrival. *Luxury Concierge call prior to arrival to arrange any last minute requests *Gin infused welcome drink & cold towel upon arrival *Concierge porterage & arrival tour of the property *Curated room arrival with music, oil burners & local chocolates *Pool Butler service from 11am serving complimentary refreshing cold towels and tropical sorbet *Brigadier’s Lounge Honesty Bar, a tradition originating from Brigadier Thomson’s Officers Mess “Reef House Mixology” interactive cocktail classes twice per week *Aqua Aerobics in our heated mineral pool twice per week *Poolside stretch & breathe class twice per week *Beachfront yoga four times per week *Digestive/wine tasting experience twice per week *Aboriginal interpretation experience & performance twice weekly *Relax in our adult only tranquility pool or heated mineral pool *Unlimited use of our vintage style cruiser bikes & fishing rods *Exchange your book at our guest library, play board games, try our adults sketch kits, or borrow a DVD *Exclusive access to our Reef House Sleep Easy guide and inclusions * Complimentary Reef House tote bag, Caps and Vacuum insulated drink bottles.
Guest Reviews:
- "Loved everything about this hotel! The staff are incredible. They are so friendly and make you feel at home. The pool is fantastic and could always get a lounge chair to lie on at any time of day. The breakfast was probably the best hotel breakfast I've ever had and the lunch and dinner is also the best in Palm Cove. The signature inclusions were also a fantastic touch including the sunrise yoga (which is between the palms!), the sorbet by the pool and the canapes and punch at 5pm. They think of everything!!"
Superb
56 reviews
Overlooking the Coral Sea, Alamanda Palm Cove features 3 swimming pools, a day spa and a hot tub. A private balcony with ocean or pool views is standard in all apartments. Free parking is available on site. Alamanda Palm Cove is 30 minutes’ drive from Cairns International Airport and Kuranda Scenic Railway. The Daintree Rainforest is a 1-hour drive away. All air-conditioned apartments have laundry facilities and a kitchen with a dishwasher and microwave. Each apartment has a living room with Smart TV's with streaming functionality. The tour desk can book trips to the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. The resort also offers barbecue facilities.
Guest Reviews:
- "They were so kind and flexible in allowing us early entry into our room. The new pool is fabulous. Everyone we dealt with was extremely helpful. Can't recommend it highly enough." - "Fantastic location right on beachfront & great sized apartment with all facilities you could need. Lovely main living & balcony outlook over the refurbished pool & lush tropical outlook from bedrooms." - "Everything was perfect. Room and facilities were great. We stayed in a beachfront suite and it was beautiful. Location was amazing. We had a hire car and parking is free and secure. Would absolutely stay again!"
Fabulous
301 reviews
The 5-star Pullman Palm Cove Resort & Spa is on the beachfront of Palm Cove, a 25-minute drive from Cairns. It provides luxurious studios and apartments, and features a spa and an outdoor swimming pool. Guests can choose from a wide range of health and beauty treatments at Vie Spa, which has outdoor porches leading onto a man-made rain forest. The Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort & Spa provides fully furnished studio rooms and apartments with spa bathtubs and private balconies or terraces. Some apartments feature luxurious swim-outs and private plunge pools. The Temple of Taste serves modern Australian cuisine in a stylish setting. The Lagoon Bar is surrounded by water features and swimming pools, and offers a large selection of beverages. The Pullman Palm Cove Resort is in a great location for guests wanting to explore the Daintree Rainforest and The Great Barrier Reef. Cairns Airport is only 10.5 miles away.
Guest Reviews:
- "We loved the easy access to the beach and the location. The pool at the property was also very good. The staff were super friendly, welcoming and helpful." - "Our 2 bedroom apartment was so luxurious and comfortable. It was a lovely place to have a calm and relaxing holiday." - "Location is perfect and the apartments are set up so nicely. Staff are wonderful" - "Room pool" - "Beautiful location right on the beach." - "On arrival the reception staff member was very friendly and helpful. We were celebrating Mother's Day and there was a lovely bottle of chilled sparkling wine waiting in our room on our arrival. The room was clean, modern and comfortable. The pool area was fantastic, and a la carte breakfast at the restaurant was delicious - the best breakfast we had during our entire time in Far North Queensland. Great location, easy to walk to beach and restaurants."
Good
337 reviews
