Alamanda Palm Cove
Relaxed tropical luxury with a residential, home-away-from-home feel. Understated elegance rather than flashy resort polish. Equally popular with couples and families.
Book direct through lancemore.com.au for best rate, complimentary beach yoga, and flexible same-day cancellation
Why It Matters
The only Palm Cove property with absolute direct beach frontage. Apartments start at 85 sqm — nearly double the average new-build one-bedroom — giving genuine living space. NuNu Restaurant (chef Nick Holloway) has won multiple major Australian dining awards and draws non-guests too. Palm Cove Beach itself was voted Best Beach in the World by Condé Nast Traveller.
The only beachfront accommodation in Palm Cove, Alamanda sits directly on the sand with the Coral Sea on the doorstep and coconut palms overhead. It's all apartment-style — spacious, self-contained units from 85 to 250 sqm — so it feels more like a private coastal residence than a hotel. Add an award-winning restaurant (NuNu) steps from the water, a multi-award-winning day spa, and three swimming pools, and it's easy to see why it consistently ranks among TripAdvisor's Top 5 hotels in Australia.
Where You'll Stay
4 room types available
Four Bedroom Apartment (Alamanda Suite)
The signature unit. Spread across two floors with multiple balconies — one overlooking the Coral Sea, another over the tropical gardens. Four bedrooms sleeping up to 8, two bathrooms, full gourmet kitchen with dishwasher, private laundry with washer/dryer, large balcony with outdoor dining table and barbecue. The beachfront configuration adds a private plunge pool on one of the balconies. Lavishly furnished. Frequently used for corporate retreats and group celebrations.
2 Kings + 3 Singles (or 1 King + 5 Singles) · 250 sqmOne Bedroom Apartment
The smallest unit at Alamanda is still nearly double the size of an average new-build apartment in Australia. A deluxe king bed, two full bathrooms, full gourmet kitchen with Nespresso machine, separate lounge and dining area, private laundry, and a balcony or patio — either pool-view or with Coral Sea views. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors pull the outside in. Many units have spa baths; request at booking. Sleeps up to 3 adults or 2 adults + 1 child.
King · 85 sqm
Three Bedroom Apartment
Ideal for larger families or groups of friends. King master bedroom, second bedroom with two singles, third bedroom with one single — all with access to two bathrooms, a full gourmet kitchen, private laundry, and a balcony. Poolview or beachfront configurations available. The beachfront version has direct Coral Sea views. Sleeps up to 7 adults or 4 adults + 3 children.
King + multiple singles · 150 sqmTwo Bedroom Apartment
Comfortable for small families or groups of four. Features a king master plus two long single beds in the second room (or 2 kings by arrangement), two bathrooms, full gourmet kitchen, private laundry, and a balcony overlooking either the pools or the ocean. Rollaway beds and cots available complimentary. DVD selection with popcorn is a nice family touch. Sleeps up to 5 adults or 2 adults + 3 children.
King + 2 Singles (or 2 Kings) · 105 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
On-site BBQ facilities available for guests.
The only Palm Cove resort with absolute beach frontage. Guests have exclusive access to beach loungers under the palms — something no other property here can offer. Jellyfish (stingers) season runs November to May, so ocean swimming is inadvisable in those months.
Three saltwater swimming pools to suit different moods: an adults-only pool with poolside service and sun loungers, a heated family-friendly lagoon pool (the children's rock pool runs warmer than the others), and a main resort pool. Pool renovations were completed August 2024.
Complimentary yoga sessions on the beach at sunrise. A guest favourite and frequently mentioned in reviews. Included with direct bookings.
On-site games room with PlayStation, table tennis, and pool table.
The concierge team can book reef cruises, snorkelling and diving trips, Daintree Rainforest tours, and other local experiences. Hartley's Crocodile Adventures and the Kuranda Scenic Railway are also nearby.
Scenic helicopter transfers are available to and from the resort. Guests are collected from Cairns domestic or international airport and land directly on the beachfront. A dramatic arrival. Prices start at AUD $1,015 for a 3-seater. 30 days notice required.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Important: The property is stairs-only across 3 levels. Top-level suites have internal staircases as they are split over 2 floors. Porterage can be arranged in advance. Not suitable for guests with significant mobility limitations.
Complimentary in all rooms when booking direct through lancemore.com.au.
Qualified babysitting can be arranged (fee may apply).
Complimentary porta cots, high chairs, strollers, baby baths, play mats, sand buckets available.
All apartments include full-size fridge/freezer, stovetop, oven, microwave, dishwasher, Nespresso machine, and separate dining area.
Each apartment includes a private laundry with full washing machine and dryer.
Concierge can assist with Great Barrier Reef cruises, Daintree Rainforest tours, snorkelling/diving, and scenic helicopter flights.
Optional grocery delivery service can stock the kitchen before arrival.
Apartments are serviced weekly. Mid-stay cleans available on longer stays.
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