The absolute best accommodation in Palm Cove to try now

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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

an aerial view of 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: $

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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: $$ 

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Melaleuca Resort Palm Cove

the beachfront Melaleuca Resort Palm Cove accommodation
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: $$

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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: $$

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Mantra Amphora Palm Cove

the outdoor pool at 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: $$ – $$$

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Drift Palm Cove

a private tub with sea views at Drift Palm Cove accommodation
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: $$$

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Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

a couple relaxing at the pool, Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove accommodation
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: $$$

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The Villas Palm Cove

a plunge pool in front of The Villas Palm Cove accommodation
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: $$$

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Reef Retreat

a saltwater pool at Reef Retreat, Palm Cove accommodation
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: $$$ – $$$$

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Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

two women entering the pool area at 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: $$$$

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Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

pool at Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore, Palm Cove accommodation
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: $$$$

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The Reef House Adults Retreat

the pool at The Reef House Adults Retreat, Palm Cove accommodation
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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Jemma Fletcher
Based in sun-kissed Brisbane, Jemma Fletcher is an accomplished writer, editor and content manager. Armed with a Bachelor of Journalism from The University of Queensland, as well as over a decade of tourism marketing experience, Jemma now specialises in freelance travel writing and has a soft spot for the beauty of Queensland. Her expertise has been honed through her previous roles as Chief Editor of Queensland.com and WeekendNotes.com and she is the passionate creator of High Cup of Tea, an online directory celebrating Australia's finest high tea experiences. After growing up in the UK (hence her love for tea and scones) and a delightful chapter in Sydney, Jemma loves to explore quaint towns with a rich history. Also high on her weekend list is tasting the local cafe scene, enjoying charming farm stays with her young family and deciding where her next travel adventure will be (half of the fun is in the planning!)
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8 unexpected experiences to have during a weekend in Moreton Bay

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    Halfway between Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, the coastline is hiding a holiday gem. Meet Moreton Bay: a region brimming with unexpected experiences. 

    Weekends are a finite resource. Each year, we must decide how to extract the most value from just 52 of them – and Moreton Bay may just be the perfect way to do it. 

    But don’t be fooled by the region’s easy accessibility. It’s somehow remained an unspoken secret among locals and travellers alike. 

    It has the fresh seafood and the island-dotted bay, but did you know about the wizarding store, the disco royalty, or the vintage train-carriage-stay tucked into a national park? 

    The best part? You can explore them all without touching your annual leave balance. 

    1. Oyster Shed at Sandstone Point 

    Oyster Shed at Sandstone Point 
    Be sure to stop for oysters. (Credit: Tourism and Events Moreton Bay)

    You could make the argument that the Oyster Shed at Sandstone Point is reason enough to spend a weekend in Moreton Bay. 

    What was once a humble, wooden oyster farming shack in the 1900s is now a seaside paradise: day beds bathed in Queensland sunshine, a jetty that pierces the sea, and a seafood menu based on their exclusive fishing partner’s daily catches. 

    Your first stop in Moreton Bay must be to try the area’s beloved Moreton Bay Bugs. Here, they’re served fresh in the sea breeze. Order the Crustacean Plate that’s prepared fresh each day. Or, try their signature baked fish tacos. 

    2. Ocean View Estates 

    Ocean View Estates 
    Stop in for wine and grazing plates. (Credit: Tourism and Events Moreton Bay)

    Tucked away in the hills of Moreton Bay, you’ll find Ocean View Estates, poured across 100 acres of sloping vineyards. Arrive via winding or scenic mountain roads. 

    Join the Wine & Dine in the Vines experience to be greeted with a glass of wine upon arrival before taking the time to stroll (wine in hand) through the grapevines. Spot the adorable herd of Highland cows before joining a behind-the-scenes tour of the vineyard’s operations. Sip wine straight from the vat before starting your four-course, wine-paired degustation. 

    If you can’t bear to leave, spend the night in one of the property’s quaint wine-themed cottages. 

    3. Green Thumb Farm

    green thumb farm moreton bay
    Learn about (and taste) sustainable food growing practices at Green Thumb.

    Green Thumb Farm calls Samford Valley home. This not-for-profit, educational community farm’s goal is to share sustainable food growing practices with the community. 

    Each Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday morning, you can follow the ‘farm walk’ signs through the property on a self-guided walk to witness how growing food with regenerative farming principles can support pollinators and soil to help create a more resilient food cycle. 

    To sample the produce, stop by on a Saturday morning to explore the spray-free fruit and vegetable markets. 

    4. Redcliffe KiteFest

    Redcliffe annual KiteFest
    Watch the sky change colours during KiteFest.

    Plan your visit to Moreton Bay for the weekend of the 19th and 20th of September this year and you’ll be greeted with an explosion of colour, creativity and family fun. Why? Because the Redcliffe annual KiteFest is back in town. 

    Browse the local food trucks as giant kites soar overhead, fly your own kite, let the kids try their hand at kite making with a series of workshops, and so much more. 

    For a colourful, family-friendly weekend close to Brisbane, you’ll be hard-pressed to find something better in your calendar. 

    5. Mt Nebo Railway Carriage and Chalet

    Mt Nebo Railway Carriage and Chalet
    Stay in one of the region’s most unique accommodations. (Credit: Tourism and Events Moreton Bay)

    Under the shaded canopy of the Boombana section of D’Aguilar National Park, you’ll find a lovingly restored 1920s Queensland Rail carriage and chalet. 

    The rail carriage comes complete with Wi-Fi, a smart TV, and even a barbecue. Take your morning coffee in the buffet car’s booth seating while you browse the record selection from the train’s original luggage racks. 

    Here, among six acres of picturesque mountain rainforest, you’ll find quaint gardens, tranquil views and close access to walking trails. 

    6. Hip Hops Brewers

    Hip Hop Brewers
    Try tasty craft beer flavours at Hip Hop Brewers.

    Brendale’s Hip Hops Brewers has one of the region’s most exciting craft beer offerings. Their local taproom is home to 21 different, meticulously crafted beer offerings and their mammoth selection of local wines and spirits. Hip Hops Brewers works in collaboration with local artisans and charities to deliver on their offering of drinks and events.  

    Spend an afternoon working your way through the selection at their ridiculously welcoming taproom and brewery. 

    7. The Store of Requirement

    The Store of Requirement
    Step inside for a touch of magic. (Credit: Tourism and Events Moreton Bay)

    For Harry Potter fans, The Store of Requirement is a compulsory visit. Much like the story’s Room of Requirement, the shop exists to provide whatever it is you need at the moment. Yes, that does include their own butterscotch brew. You’ll find wands, Hogwarts uniforms, and all the ingredients you’ll need for potions class. 

    You’ll even find the powder blue car Ron and Harry crash-landed at Hogwarts parked right out front. 

    8. Bee Gees Way

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    Find the groove on Bee Gees Way. (Credit: Tourism and Events Moreton Bay)

    Did you know that the Bee Gees brothers Barry, Robin and Maurice grew up in Moreton Bay? The disco supergroup called Redcliffe’s shores home before settling in at the top of the charts with hits like ‘Stayin’ Alive’. 

    Now, the spirit of disco is absolutely alive in Redcliffe thanks to Bee Gees Way. 

    The 70-metre outdoor museum pays homage to the band and was developed in collaboration with the band’s Barry Gibb. The experience is completely free and meanders along the Redcliffe foreshore. Walk down memory lane with photos, album covers, personal stories from the band, and exclusive interviews with Barry all about Moreton Bay. 

    Once the sun has set, catch the free light show set to the band’s greatest hits. 

    Trade the everyday for Moreton Bay, plan your weekend getaway now at visitmoretonbay.com.au.