Hotels on the beach in Palm Cove, Australia
Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beach hotels and resorts in Palm Cove. I hope you will like it!
This page was last updated in June 2026.
The List 2 Amazing Beach Hotels in Palm Cove
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1 Ellis Beach Oceanfront Holiday Park
Palm Cove
Located on a 3.1 mi strip golden sand, Ellis Beach Oceanfront Holiday Park features a swimming pool, children’s pool and restaurant. Each self-catering bungalow has direct beach access. Located halfway between Cairns and Port Douglas, Ellis Beach Oceanfront Holiday Park is 3.1 mi from Palm Cove and 19 mi from Cairns Airport. Clifton Beach shopping center is a 10-minute drive away. These spacious bungalows are located directly on the beach and include a kitchenette, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, and a private patio with outdoor seating. Guests have access to self-service laundry facilities and coin-operated BBQs with covered seating area. Free on-site parking is provided. The general store and souvenir shop is open every day. Ellis Bar and Grill serves international cuisine, such as burgers and pizzas. Located across the street from the bungalows, it offers ocean views at breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Address Captain Cook Highway, Ellis Beach Show on map- Swimming pool
- Pets are welcome
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2 Drift Palm Cove
Palm Cove
Located in the beautiful beach side village of Palm Cove, these luxuriously appointed apartments offer comfortable accommodations with many overlooking the Coral Sea. The resort offers a stunning lagoon-style pool, manicured tropical gardens, a poolside BBQ area and a fitness center. Free WiFi access is available in each apartment. Drift Palm Cove is a 2-minute walk from a range of shopping and dining options in Palm Cove. The location allows you to quickly access Daintree Rainforest using the Skyrail. Cairns is just 40 minutes away by bus, which stops right outside the hotel. Each of the apartments is elegantly designed and features climate controlled air-conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities. Your modern, private bathroom features a relaxing walk in shower. All apartments above ground floor are accessible via elevator. Concrete works will commence 25/02/26
Address Cnr Vievers Rd & Williams Esplanade Show on map- Swimming pool
- Gym / fitness center
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