Drift Palm Cove
Drift Palm Cove offers luxurious apartments with Coral Sea views, a lagoon-style pool, fitness center, and complimentary WiFi, nestled in the heart of Palm Cove.
Drift Palm Cove in the beautiful beachside village of Palm Cove offers luxurious apartments, many with stunning Coral Sea views. Guests can enjoy a stunning lagoon-style pool, manicured tropical gardens, and a convenient poolside BBQ area. A fitness centre is also available for guests looking to stay active. Each apartment includes complimentary WiFi access.
Positioned just a 2-minute walk from Palm Cove's diverse shopping and dining options, Drift Palm Cove provides easy access to local attractions. The location is also ideal for quickly reaching the Daintree Rainforest via Skyrail. Cairns is a mere 40-minute bus ride away, with a bus stop conveniently located right outside the hotel.
Each elegantly designed apartment features climate-controlled air-conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen, and laundry facilities. The modern, private bathrooms are appointed with a relaxing walk-in shower. Apartments located above the ground floor are accessible via elevator.
Please note: Concrete works will begin on 25/02/26.
Spa facilities at this hotel
Outdoor swimming pool Free!
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Shallow end
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
- Kids' pool
- Fitness
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Fitness centre
Guest reviews· 8.2/10 (1,350)
Drift Palm Cove consistently receives high praise from guests, many of whom are repeat visitors, highlighting its strong appeal as a holiday destination. The hotel is frequently lauded as "the best of Palm Cove," offering a perfect setting for family celebrations and a great place to "unwind." A key positive recurring theme is the excellent location, providing easy access to local attractions, complemented by friendly and welcoming staff who contribute to the overall positive experience.
Guests appreciate the general amenities, including convenient access to upper floors via elevator and the presence of an outdoor swimming pool and a spa and wellness center, further enhancing relaxation opportunities. Many guests express a desire to return, often stating their stays were "not long enough," indicating a high level of satisfaction and a strong inclination for future visits.
While feedback is overwhelmingly positive, a few minor suggestions for improvement were noted. These include the potential addition of a drying rack for clothing, which would be practical for guests, and clarification or reconsideration of extra fees for towels and sheets. Additionally, a request for a "wake up service/alarm clock" suggests a minor gap in in-room amenities. The availability of entire ground-floor units is a plus for accessibility, but these smaller points indicate areas where guest convenience could be further enhanced.
What guests rated
- Cleanliness
- 8.4
- Staff
- 9.0
- Location
- 9.5
- Comfort
- 8.4
- Value for money
- 8.2
- Wi-Fi
- 8.6
- Breakfast
- 10.0
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Fitness centre
- Spa and wellness centre
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Private beach area