Port Douglas Peninsula Boutique Hotel: Location & Reviews

Name: Port Douglas Peninsula Boutique Hotel
Address: 9/13 Esplanade, Port Douglas, 澳大利亚

Port Douglas Peninsula Boutique Hotel: Location & Reviews

At a glance: 4-star · Since 2001 · Renovated 2012 · 32 rooms

Near: 4 Mile Beach Lookout · 3 min walk

Guests love: Service · Nature

The hotel sits beside a golf course in Port Douglas, within a five-minute walk of Port Douglas Splash Park and Four Mile Beach. Flagstaff Hill is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) away, and Macrossan Street is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from the property. Marina Mirage Station and St Crispins Station are close by, and the 4 Mile Beach Lookout is a three-minute walk, with Trinity Bay Lookout and Wavelength Reef Cruises each five minutes away. ABC Reef Safaris is a six-minute walk, and Wildlife Habitat is 4.5 km from the hotel.

The full-service spa offers massages and body treatments. Outside, there is an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services are available, and an area shuttle can take you to nearby attractions.

Hi Tide is the on-site restaurant, with a bar and lounge and views over the ocean. Room service operates during limited hours, and local cuisine breakfasts are served daily.

Complimentary wired internet access, limo or town car service, and a computer station are among the amenities. An airport shuttle runs on request, and self parking is free.

Each of the 32 guestrooms includes a kitchenette with a full-sized refrigerator and freezer plus a stovetop. Private balconies or patios come with every room. Entertainment is provided by 38-inch flat-screen televisions with digital programming, and complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have separate bathtubs and showers, deep soaking tubs, and designer toiletries.

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Check-in15:00
Check-out11:00
Breakfast
Voltage240V
DepositAUD 200
French, Spanish
Marina Mirage Station
Night Owl Convenience Store
ATM

Deposit: Deposit required. A fixed amount of AU$200.00 is charged. This property accepts credit cards. The deposit will be returned to the original account of payment within 7 days after check-out.
Check-in requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Children: Children are not permitted to stay at this property.

Amenities

Property amenities

Bar
Restaurant
Room service
Snack bar
Barbecue facilities
Diving
Golf course
Hiking
Horse riding
Kayaking
Massage room
Mountain biking

Room types

Suites
Business rooms
Rooms with a view

Guest reviews

4.6Excellent(320)

Excellent251
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Reviews from

John Bergman

5/5

Google· a month ago

Located in a top location, opposite the beach and at the beginning of the best shopping street in Port Douglas. Everything at our fingertips. A pleasant welcome at reception who help with ideas for in and around our area. Very attentive to our needs. Hotel facilities were top clean and well presented. A full-sized kitchen gave plenty of options for either eating in or going to a restaurant or even using the BBQs on the beach. The hotel has a nice pool area which because it being an adult only hotel (No screaming Kids) meant you could quietly go for a swim or relax by the pool with a drink from the Bar. The hotel is slightly dated but still perfect for a stay in Port Douglas.

HFish010

5/5

Tripadvisor· a month ago

The Peninsular Boutique hotel has a lovely pool, heated in August, that's a brilliant series of interlocking pools with a waterfall. Its location, across the street from Fourmile Beach, is perfect and a great spot to have their delicious breakfast. |This is a very comfortable hotel with a lovely, efficient and professional staff team, good sized rooms with cooking facilities, including a coffee machine with pods and access to shared washing and drying machines with soap powder provided. A great place to stay if your visiting Port Douglas.

Trip.com Member

5/5

Trip.com· 9 months ago

Cool and peaceful hotel by the 4 miles beach. Very spacious, for adults only. But the breakfast is open to all public. Very delicious and healthy breakfast with fruit platter and fruit juice. The staff are very prompt in replying emails/enquires. They can help to book airport shuttle and tours too. Nice swimming pools. Recommend to all adults who will like to have a peaceful stay in Port Douglas. Walking distance to cafes, marina, park, shops!

Margot Harbot

5/5

Google· 3 months ago

The hotel is well located at the end of the main drag – Macrossan Street – and right next to Four Mile Beach. The ground floor Hi-Tide café restaurant is popular with locals for TO coffee and brekkie/brunch. Residents can enjoy a varied menu of included breakfast packages. The hotel is an apartment style hotel with 2 rings, dishwasher, microwave and a good sized fridge. Room 15 had a sea view, a pleasant balcony overlooking the beach and a huge deep bath. Sheltered parking is available at no extra charge. Laundry facilities are also available. The service was both efficient and friendly service. The café serves only breakfast, but there is plenty of choice of bars and restaurants in Port Douglas just a short step away. LovetoWander - Visited as part of an East Coast Australia Road Trip

Sue Bennett

5/5

Google· 2 months ago

Wonderful location. Just a minutes walk to town centre We had an ocean view suite. Only comment on room was it was a bit dated. Some features had been updated.Room very big. Nicely equipped kitchen. Bathroom was large. Big bath. Only complaint in bathroom was lack of shower pressure. Bedroom was large. Plenty of hanging space and drawer space. Included cooked breakfast was an added bonus. Pool area was lovely Pool was heated and spa was extra nice. Staff were friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay here again.

Orla Kilpatrick

5/5

Google· 3 months ago

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 100,000/10 — My Port Douglas go-to, forever. Peninsula Boutique Hotel set the tone from the very moment we walked in. We were greeted with complimentary towels and juice on arrival, which was such a lovely touch, and the staff were genuinely some of the friendliest and most welcoming people we encountered on our whole trip. The location is absolutely insane. Right on Four Mile Beach, one of the most beautiful stretches of sand you will ever see. We had a suite that opened directly onto the beach with our own private courtyard, and it was everything. Waking up and stepping straight out to that view never got old. The suite itself was spotless, the bed was incredibly comfortable, and the spa bath was the perfect way to wind down in the evening. Big, bubbly, and very hard to get out of. The pool is to die for. Beautifully maintained and such a great spot to spend the afternoon doing absolutely nothing. And the food at Hi Tide Restaurant was unbelievably good. Seriously impressive. The breakfast included with your stay is also worth mentioning because it is not your standard hotel breakfast at all. Real food, real quality, and a gorgeous spot to enjoy it each morning. Being an adults-only property adds to the whole atmosphere too. It is calm, relaxed, and exactly what you want from a tropical getaway. It is also the only hotel in Port Douglas with beach and ocean views and a licensed venue on site, which makes it genuinely unique. If you are heading to Port Douglas, do not look anywhere else. This is the one. I will 100% be back and it is now my permanent go-to. Highly recommend!!

Patricia Leigh

2/5

Google· 5 months ago

Staff were lovely and the breakfast was excellent, but unfortunately my overall stay was very disappointing. I was first placed in Room 26, where I found underwear left in a drawer and a cockroach in another. The air conditioner then broke down, though I appreciated how quickly the staff moved me to Room 8. Room 8 had a strong mildew smell as soon as I walked in. The staff helped start the dehumidifier that was already in the room, which suggests they were aware of the issue. I hoped it would improve, but every cupboard released more mould odour. Security was also a concern — the porch door leads straight to the street, and although I locked it every time I went out, I kept returning to find it unlocked. That didn’t feel safe. The property is older, and while the bathtub is huge and the pool area is nice with fresh towels, many towel racks were broken, the freezers needed defrosting, and the stove was confusing or not working. Microwave was fine. The biggest problem was the mildew. Within a day, I developed a severe eczema flare that left my face puffy, red, and very embarrassing to go out in. It only began to heal once I returned home. The timing makes the cause very clear. The staff are kind and trying their best, but the hotel needs much better maintenance management and proper handling of environmental issues like mould. Sadly, I wouldn’t stay here again.

Alexander Mitchell

3/5

Google· 2 months ago

This hotel is in a fantastic location, right on the beach and a quick walk to the Main Street. The rooms and service however did not come close to meeting expectation that reflects a 4 star hotel and the premium prices. We were told we had an early check in for 12:30, when we arrived, reception told us we could pay $50 to have the cleaners sent to our room straight away. This just felt very dishonest. The rooms are dirty, cobwebs, rubbish and tissues on the ground and sand on the tiles. Even after room service each day, it was extremely minimal work. Breakfast was delicious each day, however the staff couldn’t be less interested in being there. There was a young man who was very pleasant, however the other two ladies were witnessed tossing plates on tables and being visibly annoyed by coffee orders. We were charged twice on two different credit cards. We understand mistakes happen and asked for a refund. We got an email saying the refund was done. I enquired when I got there and it was in fact not done. A nice lady on the desk organised a work around to get the refund after 14 days of the double payment. Again an example of the staff just not caring. My partner and I try to stay positive and did not complain but we certainly won’t be back. If the hotel is to be 4 stars, the staff need an attitude to reflect it. It’s this places biggest let down.

Where can I eat near Port Douglas Peninsula Boutique Hotel?

Start with the hotel's own Hi Tide restaurant, which overlooks Four Mile Beach and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. For a short stroll, head to Macrossan Street, the main dining strip, where you'll find The Mexican for tacos and The Little Larder for casual bites. Near the marina on Wharf Street, options include Hemingway's Brewery, La Cucina + Bar, and Salsa Bar & Grill. The Court House Hotel, a local pub on the corner of Macrossan and Wharf Streets, is also close by. For a special meal, Nautilus Restaurant on Murphy Street offers fine dining in a garden setting.

What is the area around Port Douglas Peninsula Boutique Hotel like?

The hotel sits right on the Esplanade, just a 3-minute walk from 4 Mile Beach Lookout and 5 minutes from Trinity Bay Lookout, with the beach and Coral Sea right at your doorstep. You are a short stroll from the heart of Port Douglas, where Macrossan Street offers shops, cafes, and restaurants. The marina, with its boats and dining options, is also close by. For a quick bite or essentials, Night Owl Convenience Store is nearby. The area is relaxed and beachy, with easy access to the water and local sights.

How do I get to Port Douglas Peninsula Boutique Hotel from the airport or main train station?

From Cairns Airport, the hotel is about an hour's drive north. You can pre-book a transfer or take a taxi or ride-hailing service directly to 9/13 Esplanade. The nearest stations are Marina Mirage Station and St Crispins Station, both a short walk from the hotel. If you arrive by train at Cairns, you will need to continue by road, as Port Douglas has no train station. The hotel can arrange departure transfers back to Cairns airport, so ask about that when booking. For local trips, a shuttle bus service operates around Port Douglas.

What's there to do near Port Douglas Peninsula Boutique Hotel in the evening?

For a relaxed evening, start at the hotel's own bar and restaurant, Hi Tide, which overlooks Four Mile Beach and is a favorite with locals. A short stroll along the Esplanade brings you to the heart of Port Douglas, where you can find dining spots like The Mexican on Macrossan Street or Hemingway's Brewery at the marina. The Court House Hotel, the oldest pub in town, is also nearby for a casual drink. If you're up for a scenic walk, Trinity Bay Lookout is just a 5-minute walk away, offering a lovely spot to watch the sunset. For a livelier night, the marina area has several bars and restaurants to explore.

Is Port Douglas Peninsula Boutique Hotel a good base for exploring Port Douglas?

Yes, the hotel is a great base for exploring Port Douglas. You can walk to 4 Mile Beach Lookout in 3 minutes, Trinity Bay Lookout in 5 minutes, and Wavelength Reef Cruises and ABC Reef Safaris in 5 to 6 minutes. For further sights like Wildlife Habitat (4.5 km) or Mossman Gorge (14.1 km), you'll need a car or a tour, but the town center and its restaurants are just a short stroll away. The hotel's own bar and restaurant are handy for meals, and you can easily join reef or rainforest tours from here.

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