Drift Palm Cove Hotel

Cnr Vievers Rd & Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove, Australia - Close to shops
8.3/10 · 1138 reviews

Offering a sunbathing terrace and a poolside BBQ area, the 5-star Drift Palm Cove Hotel is located in an entertainment district, only a 5-minute walk from Peppers Spa Palm Cove. The comfortable resort lies near The Spa Palm Cove and boasts an outdoor swimming pool along with views of the ocean.

Location

This traditional hotel is a mere 1.3 km from Palm Cove jetty, 4.5 km from Kuranda State Forest. The Drift places you within 15 minutes' walk of Palm Cove. Plunged among restaurants and cafés, the accommodation also features views of the Coral Sea. The hotel is within reach of Palm Cove Beach. The bus stop Veivers Road at Talpa Close is located within a 300-metre distance of this traditional-style property.

Rooms

The Drift Palm Cove offers 55 rooms with coffee/tea making machines, and such modern conveniences as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and Wi-Fi. They come equipped with a fridge, kitchenware, and a dishwasher. For guests' comfort, a hairdryer and bath sheets are offered in the separate bathrooms fitted with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet.

Food & Drinks

Indian specialities are served at Maharaja's Restaurant, which is about 5 minutes' walk away.

Leisure & Activities

Drift Palm Cove Hotel has access to a private beach featuring beach towels. There is a fitness centre with a wide range of sports.

Why choose Drift Palm Cove Hotel

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  • Stunning lagoon-style pool

  • Luxurious apartments with sea views

  • Access to Daintree Rainforest

  • On-site spa and wellness centre

Main amenities

  • Wi-Fi

  • Swimming Pool

  • Private beach

  • Fitness/Gym

  • Spa and relaxation

  • Meeting facilities

  • Child-friendly

  • Air conditioning

  • No pets allowed

General
  • Wi-Fi
  • Swimming Pool
  • Private beach
  • Fitness/Gym
  • Spa and relaxation
  • Meeting facilities
  • Child-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed
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Internet

  • Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Free parking
  • Off-site car park

Shuttle

  • Paid airport shuttle

Activities

  • Fitness centre

Property services

  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Barber shop
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service

Dining options

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

In the kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Business facilities

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

For kids

  • Cots
  • Baby pushchair
  • Children's pool

Recreation

  • Private beach
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Jacuzzi
  • Shallow end

In the rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

In the bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Devices

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Design

  • Carpeted floor

General facilities

  • No smoking on site
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 14:00 until 17:00
Check-out:
from 08:00 until 10:00
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no cots provided in a room.
  • Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

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From USD 124 per night
Check-in 4 Nov 2026
Check-out 5 Nov 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Location of Drift Palm Cove Hotel

Cnr Vievers Rd & Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove, Australia

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          From USD 124 per night
          Check-in 4 Nov 2026
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          Guests 2 guests

          Adults:

          2

          Children:

          0
          All rates verified
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          Important information
          Drift Palm Cove
          Check-in:
          from 14:00 until 17:00
          Check-out:
          from 08:00 until 10:00
          • Children and extra beds
          • There are no cots provided in a room.
          • Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.