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Drift Palm Cove

4.0 star property
Upscale aparthotel on the beach, near Palm Cove Beach

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
BBQ/picnic area
Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms
40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV
Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Pool
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

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Cnr Veivers Rd Williams Esp, Palm Cove, QLD, 4879
  • Popular LocationPalm Cove Beach12 min walk
  • Popular LocationClifton Beach5 min drive
  • Popular LocationTrinity Beach9 min drive
  • AirportCairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)25 min drive

Room options

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Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 11 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Living area

Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 116 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 77 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Loft, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Loft, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 77 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 116 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 82 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 38 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Cairns

A luxury stay in Cairns awaits you at Drift Palm Cove. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Palm Cove Beach and Vie Spa Palm Cove. Highlights at this beachfront aparthotel include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchens and washers/dryers. .Each apartment is individually decorated and features a flat-screen TV with digital channels, along with free WiFi, a balcony or patio and a ceiling fan. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A safe, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. Weekly housekeeping is available. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site gym, Hot tub and kids' swimming pool. Added amenities include free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Palm Cove aparthotel, you'll be 23 km (14.3 mi) from Cairns Esplanade.
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What's nearby

  • Palm Cove Beach - 12 min walk
  • Clifton Village Shopping Centre - 3 min drive
  • Clifton Beach - 5 min drive
  • Trinity Beach - 9 min drive
  • Kewarra Beach - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Redlynch Station - 19 min drive
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Underground Palm Cove - 7 min walk
  • Nu Nu Restaurant - 6 min walk
  • O’Donnells Irish Bar and Grill - 13 min walk
  • Portofino Restaurant & Bar - 1 min walk
  • Trinity Beach Tavern - 10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

Drift Palm Cove

Upscale aparthotel on the beach, near Palm Cove Beach
Drift Palm Cove offers its guests a kids' pool, an outdoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Drift Palm Cove. The aparthotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Cairns aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 65 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Drift Palm Cove offers 65 accommodations with washers/dryers and a safe. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodation at this 4-star aparthotel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Family friendly

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

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital service

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

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

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not 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.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

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

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Fitness centre
  • 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
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 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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 more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 200.00 per accommodation

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 30 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: AUD 10 (one-way), (up to 15 years old)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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 is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, Eurocard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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

What is the cancellation policy at Drift Palm Cove?

Drift Palm Cove offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Drift Palm Cove?

As of 12 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drift Palm Cove on 26 May 2024 start from AU$382.8, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Drift Palm Cove?

Yep, Drift Palm Cove has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Drift Palm Cove?

Yep, Drift Palm Cove is a short 12-minute walk from Palm Cove Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing.

Is there a spa on site at Drift Palm Cove?

No, there is no spa at this property. Vie Spa Palm Cove is a short 6-minute walk away.

Does Drift Palm Cove have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Drift Palm Cove has a pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Drift Palm Cove a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Drift Palm Cove.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Drift Palm Cove?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day at scheduled times for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Drift Palm Cove?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Drift Palm Cove?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Drift Palm Cove Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 333 out of 741 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 255 out of 741 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 741 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 741 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 741 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eve

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great beachfront location within walking distance to lots of restaurants, while being opposite the beach. Our little fam had a blissful week’s stay here. Pool is huge and outdoor spa is nice too. All staff were friendly and helpful. The apartment was clean and a great layout. The second bedroom was close so ideal for our toddler to stay in. It is frosted second bedroom so not suitable for people who want a private second room, but perfect for families! Thank you for an amazing week :) x
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was well appointed and clean. Convenient location in Palm Cove. Unfortunately weather did not allow us to enjoy the pool area
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Harrison

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
The pool is fantastic, location is beautiful. Staff were lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris, Oakleigh South

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location great facilities kids loved the pool cannot wait to go back
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Owain

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Lovely hotel clean with good pool area. Good location. Would have been perfect if there was a food / drink area
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Benjamin Aaron

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Had a fantastic stay at drift palm cove, will definitely stay again, bed mattress might need to be replaced soon but all in all had a fantastic stay with the family, close to restaurants and family had great time in the pool
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Overall Quite Good
Overall a good experience. Friendly staff, nice atmosphere, comfy beds. Good options for family accomodation with multiple bedrooms and nice large pool. Most hotels in Palm Cove are within easy walking distance of anything you need eg: restaurant or supermarket and tour and transit operators pick-up/drop-off from here. The downside: the property is looking a little tired in some respects (rust/water stains) and the empty restaurants at the front (perhaps not formally part of the property) create a bit of a negative atmosphere. I appreciate that Covid and Cyclone Jasper impacted the area significantly. I’d consider staying again, but would also look at other options on return to Palm Cove.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities