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Melaleuca Resort

Waterfront aparthotel units with kitchens and balconies

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Beach/ocean view
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Outdoor dining
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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85-93 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove, QLD, 04879
  • Place, Palm Cove Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Clifton Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Trinity Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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1 Bedroom Oceanfront

  • 613 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 Bedroom Standard Apartment

  • 614 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 Bedroom Apartment with Gardenview

  • 614 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Cairns

Located on the waterfront, Melaleuca Resort is in Palm Cove, a neighbourhood in Cairns. Vie Spa Palm Cove and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station are worth checking out if an activity 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 Rainforestation Nature Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and skydiving.
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What's nearby

  • Palm Cove Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Clifton Village Shopping Centre - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Clifton Beach - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Kewarra Beach - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Trinity Beach - 12 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

  • Redlynch Station - 21 min drive
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Espresso&Co - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Palm Cove Tavern - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Vivo Palm Cove - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pete's Place - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nu Nu Restaurant - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Melaleuca Resort

Waterfront aparthotel units with kitchens and balconies
Guests at this beach aparthotel will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as barbecue grills and a picnic area. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop, a microwave and a dishwasher. Guests will appreciate conveniences, such as a washer/dryer and a dining area, while a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a DVD player provide a bit of entertainment.
Melaleuca Resort offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Accommodation at this 4-star aparthotel has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Parking included
Free WiFi

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8 AM - 6 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8 AM - 4 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Reception hours are from 8 AM to noon on public holidays.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 34 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: AUD 18 (one-way), (from 2 to 11 years old)

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Melaleuca Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Melaleuca Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Melaleuca Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Melaleuca Resort?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Melaleuca Resort?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Melaleuca Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of AUD 34 per person applies.

Where is Melaleuca Resort located?

Located in Palm Cove, this beach aparthotel is within a 15-minute walk of Vie Spa Palm Cove and Palm Cove Beach. Macalister Range National Park and Wet Tropics of Queensland are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

Melaleuca Resort Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Communication
Rating 10 - Excellent. 170 out of 249 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 249 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 249 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 249 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 249 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tsuyoshi

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Nice hotel

Great environment and location, lovely interior, very kind manager Lisa, very nice owner, my wife and I had a wonderful and comfortable time.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noemi

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Amazing host , beautiful and clean , fantastic stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is the third time we have been to the Melaleuca and will definitely be back, it’s in a amazing central location, the rooms are clean and have everything you need, across from the beach it’s the best place.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Another excellent stay. Clean, quiet and a great view.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay, even got to stay after check out time! Great position, Great staff, and great amenities within the room!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hosts were excellent, helpful and friendly. Pool setting is lovely and room was exceptionally clean. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic apartment with everything you could need. Lovely pool just across from the beach. Will stay here again. Highly recommended
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect location amd beautiful property. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Amenities
Lovely stay for 3 nights. Older style property on the strip but a one bedroom apartment v a hotel room which give you that bit of extra space. A very comfortable stay. Would be happy to stay there again on our next visit
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

LYNETTE

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is amazing its close to everything it has aircon rooms are set up well full kitchen washing machine and dryer just everything you need to make your stay enjoyable down to salt pepper and cling wrap Just the best Frogs at night are adorable pool is close by but protected enough to stop any street noise. Best of all afordable
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

A Gem

Margaret was lovely. The unit was spotless. Lovely spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really enjoyed our stay here. The property is older style but very well equipped and clean. The central location is great and we had views of the garden and pool also the ocean. You could hear the waves at night. There were quite a few stairs but for us only really a bit of a hassle getting luggage up and down
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The best easygoing accomodations in Palm Cove. The units are spacious with a full kitchen, plus they have a nice grilling area by the pool which we used 3 times. Friendly staff. No,not is not new all white modern styling, but it is very clean and comfortable. Really is a good bargain compared to some of the other places nearby. Located directly in front of the beach and the esplanade walking path. Washer and dryer in the unit was super helpful. Great place to stay!!

10/10 Excellent

Terrence

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
General standard of cleanliness & maintenance excellent Would be difficult though for people with any disabilities to access - no lift
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaycee818galah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Couldn't have been better!

Wow! My husband and I traveled through Australia for our honeymoon and stayed at 5 different hotels/resorts. This one was by far the best- we LOVED the Melaleuca. The resort itself is attractive, with a lovely courtyard complete with palms and a beautiful pool. The staff was very friendly and accommodating- we arrived 3 hours before check-in time and asked if we could leave our bags with them until check-in, but they got us into our room right away. The room was fantastic! We appreciated the layout- the bathroom was spacious and clean, and it was well insulated from the bedroom (in other words, no waking up to loud midnight flushes). The living room was comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed. Melaleuca is *right* on the main road (a very, very quiet road, so no worries about noise) and super convenient- we could walk to the restaurants and shops. As an added bonus, the owners have a very sweet pet cockatiel who sits outside the office in nice weather and will chirp to guests! We highly recommend this resort- it is not to be missed!

2/10 Terrible

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, communication
View of a brick wall and uncomfortable bedding
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is perfect, the rooms were clean and well appointed, the beds are comfortable, the manager is a delight. The pool and gardens are beautiful and well maintained. We loved watching the sun rise over the ocean from our deck.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Bei längeren Reisen braucht man manchmal ein zu Hause. Und genau das haben wir im Ressort erreicht. Ein sehr gut ausgestattetes Apartment mit Blick auf das Meer. Freundliche und schnelle Kommunikation mit der Managerin Lisa. Ein unglaublich wunderschöner gepflegter Garten mit Pool. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und uns sehr gut erholt.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Onlee

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean! Well stocked! Pleasant owner!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a beautiful place to stay. The pool was gorgeous to swim in and the shallow part up the top was ideal to just lounge around in for hours (would be excellent if you have small children). Very quiet and private. Virtually in the middle of the main street so such an easy walk one way to bottleshop/pub and supermarket or the other way to some beautiful dining options. Fantastic view of the ocean. Was simply perfect for mine and my partners valentines day. Even having ice ready to go in the freezer was well appreciated. Most hotels have empty ice trays that you have to fill which isn't helpful when you arrive with drinks. Most definitely would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kim Dawn Alina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location for the price was incredible.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sunil

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
For our first time in palm cove we found it wonderful. The property manager Lisa was just exceptional 👌
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great location, clean appartment. Friendly owners and great value.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice location, convenient and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024