About Palm Cove - Accommodation - Tours and what to do - Transport and car hire - Street map

Palm Cove

Palm Cove is a beautiful beachside resort village only a short drive from the centre of Cairns and international airport.
Due to the sad fact that there is no beach right in Cairns the northern beaches of Cairns, and particularly Palm Cove have become very popular places to stay.
Palm Cove has a beautiful beach, with life guards and a stingernet for safe swimming in summer time. From the beach you have a great view out to Double Island and behind you is the village with cafes and restaurants.
Below is a selection of Palm Cove hotels and resorts, for tours available from Palm Cove go to the Cairns Tours page, virtually all tours that pick up from Cairns will also pick up from Palm Cove.

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Flights to Cairns / Palm Cove

Unless you live in north Queensland you will have to fly to the nearest international airport Cairns first.

BTS tours offers airport transfers that you can book online with instant confirmation.

If you are already in Australia then go to our page Cheap Domestic Flights in Australia for a good choice in cheap domestic airfares to Cairns.

If you are still in your home country then you will need to get an international flight to Cairns, but be aware that although Cairns is an international airport, not too many airlines go straight in to Cairns, you will usually have to fly via Brisbane or Sydney.

Airlines that fly straight in to Cairns is Qantas, and Air New Zealand, you can go to their websites and look for a cheap flight to Cairns, or visit our Cheap Flights to Australia page for an overview of what is available in budget airfares to Cairns.

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Car hire in Cairns

On your arrival at Cairns airport you have a choice of bus transport or to hire your own car, ofcourse nothing beats the freedom of having your own car to explore and stop when and where you want.

Budget Car Hire needs little introduction, the name says it all: car hire at Budget Prices with a car hire company with an international reputation, and this sites makes it even easier to find yourself a cheap hire car, or anything else with wheels: trucks,buses, campervans, utes, four wheel drives etc.

Thrifty Car Rental is another international car hire business with a reputation for cheap rental cars.

When you book with the above websites you are sure you deal with reputable car rental companies, without wanting to discredit the smaller local companies, we have received some not overly positive customer reviews on Cairns Older Car Hire.

Hotels and resorts in Palm Cove

The Alassio Hotel

The Alassio Hotel is located at the northern end of the beach. This part of the cove is exceptionally convenient to all of your vacation needs. It is a selection of self-contained luxury holiday apartments, right on the beachfront, built around ancient melaleuca trees, coconut palms and a lagoon pool. There are many inspiring features incorporated into the Alassio apartments and it is appreciated for its elegant space. All the apartments have balconies and naturally all interior spaces are fully air-conditioned. Palm shaded Mediterranean style balconies overlook the pool and Palm Cove beach.
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The Angsana

The Angsana is the only resort in tranquil Palm Cove with direct frontage to the white sands and turquoise waters of the Coral Sea. Relaxation comes beside one of the palm shaded pools, or basking on the tropical beach at your door. The luxurious grounds of the Angsana create privacy for the spacious, high ceilinged suites comprised of cool white living areas, one to four bedrooms, private balcony and fully self-contained kitchen.
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Coral Horizons

Located just a short drive north of Cairns International Airport, Coral Horizons Palm Cove Resort is situated on the tranquil beachfront. Palm Cove is an intimate beach holiday location along the tropical land strip of the Great Barrier Reef between Cairns and Port Douglas. This beachfront property offers one and two bedroom apartments that overlook the magnificent Coral Sea. The onsite cafe is the ideal venue to enjoy delicious dishes along with a cup of coffee.
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Mango Lagoon Resort & Spa

Set amongst majestic old mango trees, Mango Lagoon Resort & Wellness Spa Palm Cove is nestled into lush, tropically landscaped gardens. The resort is a gentle, barefoot stroll from the azure waters of the Coral Sea and is just 20 minutes from the cosmopolitan Cairns and its international airport. Built around 150 metres of swimming pools, Mango Lagoon Resort offers luxurious guest rooms that are spacious and provide classic comforts. Rejuvenate your senses at the resort's extensive spa centre with its massages and beauty therapies.
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Mantra Amphora Resort

Mantra Amphora Resort is located on the last great beachfront site in Palm Cove. Several shops, restaurants and cafes are sited nearby. Guests are offered a choice of spacious, self-contained apartments, many boasting breathtaking views of the Coral Sea. With a beautiful waterfront location, landscaped gardens and several facilities like a spa and swimming lagoon Mantra Amphora Resort is indeed a great holiday location.
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Melaleuca Resort
Melaleuca Resort's Palm Cove accommodation is situated on the beachfront of Palm Cove and is a small complex of self contained one bedroom apartments. The resort's glorious pool blends well with the environment, creating a tranquil and relaxing oasis. Everything is provided to make your stay enjoyable and memorable. More info and reservations....

Novotel Palm Cove
Novotel Palm Cove is set on 100 acres of beautiful coastline between Cairns and Port Douglas. The resort's 245 rooms provide modern comfort, a unique feeling of spaciousness and contemporary decor for both business and leisure travels. More info and reservations....

Oasis Palm Cove

Oasis Palm Cove Australia is located just 80 meters from the beach and 150 metres from the village, and nestled amongst expansive, lush, tropical gardens. Oasis is adjacent to the championship golf courses at the Paradise Palms and Novotel. A leisurely stroll along the beachside esplanade leads to a variety of fine dining restaurants, cafes, galleries and stores. The resort features 36 luxurious apartments, all spacious and with large balconies. Set in 2.5 acres of exotic tropical rainforest landscaping, the resort offers numerous leisure facilities that include a large spa pool, swimming pool for children and adults, full size tennis court and many more.
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Outrigger Beach Club & Spa

The Outrigger Beach Club and Spa at Palm Cove is a majestic new spa resort, beautifully designed with tropical gardens and water features throughout the property. Situated on the beachfront along Williams Esplanade in the heart of Palm Cove Village. Stately Melaleuca trees shade the resort, welcoming guests into a private world where the air is scented by fragrant gardenia and cooled by gentle ocean breezes. On site is a lagoon pool offers a cascading waterfall for romantic interludes and sandy beach perfect for kids' play. The Sanctum Spa is a haven for rejuvenating body and spirit with a signature massages, revitalizing facial treatments, and soothing body wraps.
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Sea Temple Resort & Spa

Serenely positioned on the edge of a shimmering white sand beach, is the enchanting Sea Temple Resort & Spa Palm Cove. Direct access to the sandy white beach. All apartments at Sea Temple are immaculately furnished offering the ultimate in luxurious and style. The resort features an outstanding choice of several dining options, including relaxed all day dining in a tropical environment, to a more sophisticated, exotic setting. Lagoon Bar offers tantalising tropical cocktails, so that you relax while you overlook the Grand Lagoon pool.
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