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Drift Palm Cove

Property class: 4
Luxury beachfront aparthotel with outdoor pool, near Palm Cove Beach

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Drift Palm Cove offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Palm Cove Beach. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and the hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. A fitness center and a children's pool are other highlights, and apartments feature jetted tubs and kitchens. Fellow travelers say great things about the pool and helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • 65 smoke-free apartments
  • Weekly housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Beach towels
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Car rentals on site

Feel at home (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Kitchen
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is $265
$265 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17

Room options

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Showing 11 of 11 rooms

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

Studio Apartment

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 1 Bedroom Loft Apartment

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV. There is a balcony with a view of trees.

1 Bedroom Loft Apartment

  • 77 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and a balcony with outdoor furniture.

1 Bedroom Ocean Apartment

  • Ocean view
  • 77 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 2 Bedroom Family Apartment

A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

2 Bedroom Family Apartment

  • 82 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

2 Bedroom Executive Apartment

  • 116 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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2 Bedroom Executive Ocean Apartment | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

2 Bedroom Executive Ocean Apartment

  • Ocean view
  • 116 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A balcony with wicker furniture and a view of a swimming pool surrounded by trees.

3 Bedroom Family Apartment

  • 11 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, white bedding, and a view of palm trees through large windows.

1 Bedroom Apartment

  • 116 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), alarm clocks

1 Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Cnr Veivers Rd Williams Esp, Palm Cove, QLD, 4879

What's nearby

  • Palm Cove Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Vie Spa Palm Cove - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Macalister Range National Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Kuranda National Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Clifton Village Shopping Centre - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 25 min drive
  • Redlynch Station - 19 min drive
  • Freshwater Station - 21 min drive
  • Cairns Station - 24 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Kewarra Village Takeaway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Palm Cove Tavern - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bluewater Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tuk Tuk by the Sea - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Drift Palm Cove

  • Drift Palm Cove offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Palm Cove Beach. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and the hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. A fitness center and a children's pool are other highlights, and apartments feature jetted tubs and kitchens. Fellow travelers say great things about the pool and helpful staff.

At a glance

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Property size

    • 65 apartments
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open Monday to Thursday (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM), Friday to Friday (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM), and Saturday to Saturday (8:00 AM – 4:00 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle at scheduled times
  • On site car rental

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Alarm clock
  • Rollaway/extra beds: AUD 44.0 per day

Bathrooms

  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Free toiletries
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital service

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace
  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Reception hall
  • Wedding services

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • In the entertainment district

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 65 rooms
  • 4 floors
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: AUD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of AUD 30 per person (one-way)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.5 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for AUD 44.0 per day
  • Airport shuttle service for children up to age 15 costs AUD 10 (one-way)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 9 PM
  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
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 there is a smoke detector on the property.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay
This property is professionally cleaned.

Property class

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

Also known as

Imagine Drift Palm Cove Apartment
Grand Mercure Rockford Esplanade Palm Cove Apartment
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Palm Cove Grand Mercure
Grand Mercure Rockford Esplanade Hotel Palm Cove
Mercure Hotel Palm Cove
Mercure Palm Cove
Grand Mercure Rockford Esplanade Apartment
Grand Mercure Rockford Esplanade
Imagine Drift Apartment
Imagine Drift

Frequently asked questions

Does Drift Palm Cove offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Drift Palm Cove does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Drift Palm Cove?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 7 AM to 9 PM.

Are pets allowed at Drift Palm Cove?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Drift Palm Cove?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Drift Palm Cove?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is AUD 30 per person one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Drift Palm Cove?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Drift Palm Cove and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as fishing. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. Drift Palm Cove also has a fitness center and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Does Drift Palm Cove have private hot tubs?

Yes, each apartment has a jetted bathtub.

Does Drift Palm Cove have a kitchen or kitchenette?

Yes, there is a kitchen which also includes cookware, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

Does Drift Palm Cove have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, each apartment features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Drift Palm Cove like?

Drift Palm Cove is a short 2-minute walk from Palm Cove Beach and 6 minutes' walk from Vie Spa Palm Cove. Travelers say that the aparthotel is in a great location.

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