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Drift Palm Cove

Luxury aparthotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
The current price is £166
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr

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Cnr Veivers Rd Williams Esp, Palm Cove, QLD, 4879
  • Palm Cove Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Clifton Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Trinity Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 118 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 2 King Beds, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

  • 1249 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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  • 829 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • 829 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • 1249 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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  • 883 sq ft
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  • Sleeps 4
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  • 409 sq ft
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  • 1249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
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About the area

Cairns

Located in Palm Cove, a neighbourhood in Cairns, Drift Palm Cove is on the Strip and on the beach. Clifton Village Shopping Centre and Smithfield Shopping Centre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cairns Esplanade and Wet Tropics of Queensland. Hartley's Crocodile Adventures and Kite Rite Australia are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.

What's nearby

  • Palm Cove Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Clifton Village Shopping Centre - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Clifton Beach - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Trinity Beach - 9 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Kewarra Beach - 11 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Redlynch Station - 19 min drive
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Numi - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Trinity Beach Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Underground Palm Cove - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Nu Nu Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Kewarra Village Take Away - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Drift Palm Cove

Luxury aparthotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Guests of this beach aparthotel will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as Access to hot tub and a fitness centre. Each apartment boasts a jetted bath and offers free WiFi and a kitchen. For a bit of entertainment, a flat-screen TV comes with digital channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences, such as a washer/dryer and a fridge. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Drift Palm Cove offers 65 accommodations with washers/dryers and a safe. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodation at this 4-star aparthotel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with in-room jetted baths, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

An outdoor pool, a children's pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness centre.

Children aged under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility or hot tub without adult supervision.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Parking included

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 44.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per night

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 30 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: AUD 10 (one-way), (up to 15 years old)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 44.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 7 AM to 9 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility or hot tub without adult supervision

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Frequently asked questions

Does Drift Palm Cove have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7 AM to 9 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Drift Palm Cove?

As of 24 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drift Palm Cove on 27 Apr 2025 start from £182.38, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Drift Palm Cove pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Drift Palm Cove?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Drift Palm Cove?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Drift Palm Cove?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Drift Palm Cove provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs at scheduled times. A fee of AUD 30 per person applies.

Where is Drift Palm Cove located?

Located in Palm Cove, this beachfront aparthotel is in the entertainment district and within a 15-minute walk of Vie Spa Palm Cove and Palm Cove Beach. Clifton Beach and Wet Tropics of Queensland are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Drift Palm Cove Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 360 out of 799 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 799 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 799 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 799 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 799 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

8.4/10

Communication

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kerri

Liked: Amenities, communication
A great location - some furnishings and parts of the room were worn and could do with a spruce up. Lovely staff. Great restaurants nearby, and Palm Cove is gorgeous.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ildiko

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent stay, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great hotel with big pool, rooms spacious stayed in studio
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelina Mikayla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
loved how the place was everybody was nice and accommodating
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very pleasant, pool area is fantastic, staff friendly and helpful, rooms are very roomy
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Fantastic place to relax. Fabulous pool area.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Brenton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
All good, great location.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beach was super close. Pool was a good size!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent property. Great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mary Louise

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect location. Short stroll to restaurants, beach and express supermarket. Great pool and spa. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sisira

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The appointment was well presented, very friendly staff and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jerume

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Overall great place to stay, clean and well priced for the spot, shame the restaurants out front werent open when we visited due to storm damage. Would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
great location great facilities kids loved the pool cannot wait to go back
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great pool. Odd layout for access to elevator , long walk down hallway as lift at the end. Unit was nicely refurbished, but could use new mattress. Overall great stay., our second visit to the Drift. Close to good restaurants, pubs and grocery.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The hotel was so beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pasquale

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a very good experience the facilities were excellent the staff were very helpful. I would recommend the property to all.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mac

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great pool and facilites. Good room. Hallway outside of room smelt of smoke
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff are very nice. Room was a good size. This location is close to all the good restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Karyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location of the Drift Palm Cove has everything you need in easy walking distance. Size of the pool is great and there is also a decent size heated spa. I stayed in a two-bedroom apartment which was ample in size and had the bonus of direct access to the pool. Would stay at the Drift Palm Cove again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Great location but the pool is very cold.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay. Close to everything necessary. Room was in need of an update but clean and tidy. Great value for money
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Amenities
The pool is fantastic, location is beautiful. Staff were lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great spot, across the road from the beach and a short walk to shops and restaurants. Pool was really big. On site staff were really helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay, loved the pool and being right on the beach front was awesome!

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Spacious. Lacked nothing. Excellent gym. beautiful setting. Helpful front desk.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024