Mandalay Luxury Beachfront Apartments
5.0-star · Garrick St & Beryl St
4.7(183 Google reviews)
5.0-star · Garrick St & Beryl St
4.7(183 Google reviews)
At a glance: 5-star · Since 1998 · 36 rooms
Near: 4 Mile Beach Lookout · 7 min walk
Guests love: Location · Fitness facilities
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The hotel has its own restaurant, so you can dine on site. For nearby options, Koko Poolside Bar & Kitchen is a 6-minute walk away, and Hi Tide Café Bar Restaurant is about 350 meters from the hotel. Whileaway Bookshop and Cafe, 2 Fish Restaurant Port Douglas, and Zipangu are all within 0.5 km. Macrossan Street, a short stroll from the hotel, is known for its restaurants, and you can also try Han Court Chinese Restaurant, which is 500 meters away.
The hotel sits right by Four Mile Beach, with the lookout just a 7-minute walk away. You are close to the heart of Port Douglas, with Macrossan Street and its restaurants and shops a short stroll from the door. The marina, where reef cruises like Wavelength and ABC Reef Safaris depart, is about an 8 to 9-minute walk. Trinity Bay Lookout is also nearby at 9 minutes on foot. For a longer outing, Wildlife Habitat is 4.1 km away, and Mossman Gorge is about 14 km from the hotel. The area is a relaxed, beachfront part of town with easy access to the main sights.
Cairns Airport is about 65.5 km away, roughly a one-hour drive. A taxi or ride-hailing service will take you directly to the hotel in about 57 minutes. You can also take a shuttle from the airport to Cairns Central, then a bus to Port Douglas, followed by a short taxi ride. A pre-booked private transfer is another easy option. The hotel offers airport shuttle service for a fee, and free parking is available if you drive.
In the evening, you can walk to the Port Douglas Surf Club Bar & Bistro for live music and drinks, or try Koko Poolside Bar & Kitchen for seafood and tropical cocktails, both within a short stroll. The hotel's own Restaurant is also an easy option for dinner without going far. For a relaxed evening, take a 7-minute walk to 4 Mile Beach Lookout to enjoy the coastal views. Macrossan Street, with its restaurants and bars, is just minutes away, and the marina for reef trip boats is nearby if you want to plan a morning excursion.
Yes, Mandalay is a great base for exploring Port Douglas. You can walk to 4 Mile Beach Lookout in 7 minutes, Wavelength Reef Cruises in 8, and Trinity Bay Lookout in 9, so the beach and marina are right at hand. The town center on Macrossan Street is about a 5-minute stroll, with shops and restaurants nearby. For further sights, Wildlife Habitat is 4.1 km away, so you will need a short drive or taxi. Mossman Gorge is 14 km and Rex Lookout 20.4 km, making a car or tour the practical way to reach them. The hotel's own restaurant is handy for meals before heading out.

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