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Sanctuary Palm Cove

Cairns - QLD · Australia

6 Cedar RoadView location

9.8/10Excellent337 Reviews
Cleanliness9.6/109.6
Service9.8/109.8
Comfort9.8/109.8
Condition9.6/109.6
Location10.0/1010.0
Neighborhood9.6/109.6
Value9.2/109.2
Amenities9.6/109.6
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About Sanctuary Palm Cove

Nestled in the heart of Palm Cove, Cairns, Sanctuary Palm Cove offers a relaxing beachside escape. Guests can enjoy a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool, unwind in the hot tub, or explore the area on rented bicycles.

Each of the 23 individually decorated guestrooms features a private pool, Smart TV, DVD player, and a fully equipped kitchen with a full-sized refrigerator, stovetop, and microwave. Complimentary Wi-Fi and private patios add to the comfort. Additional amenities include a hair salon, tour/ticket assistance, dry cleaning/laundry services, and multilingual staff.

Palm Cove Beach is a short stroll away, and the hotel offers convenient access to the Wet Tropics of Queensland and Vie Spa.

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With a stay at Sanctuary Palm Cove in Cairns (Palm Cove), you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Palm Cove Beach and Palm Cove Jetty. This family-friendly hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Back Shot Beach and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Wet Tropics of Queensland.

Make yourself at home in one of the 23 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. Rooms have private patios. 50-inch Smart televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided weekly.

Featured amenities include a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and multilingual staff. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Childcare

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 6:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No elevators By ocean Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available

Important information

  • You need to know
    • This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
    • Children 8 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours or on the weekend must contact this property 24 hours prior the arrival to arrange check-in.
  • Instructions
    • 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
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
    • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Early check-in fee: AUD 250 (subject to availability)
    • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 50.0 per day
    • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 125.0 per day

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

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Palm Cove Jetty 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Palm Cove Beach 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Back Shot Beach 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Buchan Point 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Wet Tropics of Queensland 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Macalister Range National Park 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Kuranda National Park 2 km / 1.2 mi
Clifton Village Shopping Centre 3.2 km / 2 mi
Clifton Beach 3.9 km / 2.5 mi
Kewarra Beach 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Mount Formartine North Summit 6.5 km / 4 mi
Smithfield Conservation Park 8.1 km / 5.1 mi
Earl Hill Conservation Park 10.2 km / 6.3 mi
Trinity Beach 10.3 km / 6.4 mi
Moon River Beach 11.1 km / 6.9 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 23
  • hotel
  • American Express
  • Visa
  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Car hireExtra charge
  • Secure parking
  • Airport Shuttle
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  • Laundry service
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Babysitting serviceExtra charge
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bellboy serviceExtra charge
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Hotel safeExtra charge
  • Lift access
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Luggage room
  • Dining area
  • Clothes dryer
  • BBQ facilities
  • Grill/BBQ
  • Restaurant
  • Smoking areaExtra charge
  • Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Children’s swimming area
  • Game roomExtra charge
  • Hot tubExtra charge
  • Spa treatmentsExtra charge
  • Hairdressing salon
  • Spa centre
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • DivingExtra charge
  • WindsurfingExtra charge
  • CanoeingExtra charge
  • Horse ridingExtra charge
  • GolfExtra charge
  • TennisExtra charge
  • Golf practice facilityExtra charge
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Room types

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  • Room RUN OF HOUSERoom • RUN OF HOUSEROO.RO

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    Sanctuary Palm Cove

    Room RUN OF HOUSE

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    RUN OF HOUSE

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    Room code: ROO.RO

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  • Double or Twin WITH DOUBLE BEDDouble or Twin • WITH DOUBLE BEDDBT.DB

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    Double or Twin WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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    Double or Twin
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    WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room code: DBT.DB

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  • SINGLE WITH TERRACESINGLE • WITH TERRACESGL.TR

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    Sanctuary Palm Cove

    SINGLE WITH TERRACE

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    SINGLE
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    WITH TERRACE

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    Room code: SGL.TR

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  • APARTMENT TWO BEDROOMSAPARTMENT • TWO BEDROOMSAPT.B2

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    Sanctuary Palm Cove

    APARTMENT TWO BEDROOMS

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    APARTMENT
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    TWO BEDROOMS

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    Room code: APT.B2

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  • APARTMENT THREE BEDROOMSAPARTMENT • THREE BEDROOMSAPT.B3

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    Sanctuary Palm Cove

    APARTMENT THREE BEDROOMS

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    APARTMENT
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    THREE BEDROOMS

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    Room code: APT.B3

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  • APARTMENT ONE BEDROOM WITH VIEWSAPARTMENT • ONE BEDROOM WITH VIEWSAPT.B1-WV

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    Sanctuary Palm Cove

    APARTMENT ONE BEDROOM WITH VIEWS

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    APARTMENT
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    ONE BEDROOM WITH VIEWS

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    Room code: APT.B1-WV

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  • SINGLE ONE BEDROOMSINGLE • ONE BEDROOMSGL.B1

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    Sanctuary Palm Cove

    SINGLE ONE BEDROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    SINGLE
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    ONE BEDROOM

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    Room code: SGL.B1

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  • STUDIO QUEEN SIZE BEDSTUDIO • QUEEN SIZE BEDSTU.QN

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    Sanctuary Palm Cove

    STUDIO QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
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    STUDIO
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: STU.QN

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  • VILLA TWO BEDROOMSVILLA • TWO BEDROOMSVIL.B2

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    Sanctuary Palm Cove

    VILLA TWO BEDROOMS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 2–20 • Adults: max. 20 • Children: max. 13
    Room type
    VILLA
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    TWO BEDROOMS

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    Room code: VIL.B2

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  • Room WITH TERRACERoom • WITH TERRACEROO.TR

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    Sanctuary Palm Cove

    Room WITH TERRACE

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room
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    WITH TERRACE

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    Room code: ROO.TR

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  • VILLA STANDARDVILLA • STANDARDVIL.ST

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    Sanctuary Palm Cove

    VILLA STANDARD

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    Guests: 2–20 • Adults: max. 20 • Children: max. 13
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    VILLA
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: VIL.ST

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  • APARTMENT ONE BEDROOMAPARTMENT • ONE BEDROOMAPT.B1

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    Sanctuary Palm Cove

    APARTMENT ONE BEDROOM

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    APARTMENT
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    ONE BEDROOM

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    Room code: APT.B1

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  • APARTMENT TWO BEDSAPARTMENT • TWO BEDSAPT.2B

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    Sanctuary Palm Cove

    APARTMENT TWO BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
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    TWO BEDS

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    Room code: APT.2B

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN

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    Sanctuary Palm Cove

    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBL.QN

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  • VILLA WITH PRIVATE POOLVILLA • WITH PRIVATE POOLVIL.PP

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    Sanctuary Palm Cove

    VILLA WITH PRIVATE POOL

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    Guests: 2–20 • Adults: max. 20 • Children: max. 13
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    VILLA
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    WITH PRIVATE POOL

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    Room code: VIL.PP

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  • APARTMENT KING BED TWO BEDROOMSAPARTMENT • KING BED TWO BEDROOMSAPT.B2-KG

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    Sanctuary Palm Cove

    APARTMENT KING BED TWO BEDROOMS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
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    KING BED TWO BEDROOMS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.B2-KG

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  • STUDIO STANDARDSTUDIO • STANDARDSTU.ST

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    Sanctuary Palm Cove

    STUDIO STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    STUDIO
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: STU.ST

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  • Room ONE BEDROOMRoom • ONE BEDROOMROO.B1

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    Sanctuary Palm Cove

    Room ONE BEDROOM

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room
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    ONE BEDROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.B1

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  • APARTMENT WITH TERRACEAPARTMENT • WITH TERRACEAPT.TR

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    Sanctuary Palm Cove

    APARTMENT WITH TERRACE

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
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    WITH TERRACE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.TR

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  • VILLA THREE BEDROOMS WITH PRIVATE POOLVILLA • THREE BEDROOMS WITH PRIVATE POOLVIL.B3-PP

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    Sanctuary Palm Cove

    VILLA THREE BEDROOMS WITH PRIVATE POOL

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 2–20 • Adults: max. 20 • Children: max. 13
    Room type
    VILLA
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    THREE BEDROOMS WITH PRIVATE POOL

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    Room code: VIL.B3-PP

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  • STUDIO GARDEN VIEWSTUDIO • GARDEN VIEWSTU.GV

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    Sanctuary Palm Cove

    STUDIO GARDEN VIEW

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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
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    STUDIO
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    GARDEN VIEW

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    Room code: STU.GV

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  • VILLA TWO QUEEN BEDSVILLA • TWO QUEEN BEDSVIL.2Q

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    Sanctuary Palm Cove

    VILLA TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 2–20 • Adults: max. 20 • Children: max. 13
    Room type
    VILLA
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    TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    Room code: VIL.2Q

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  • APARTMENT KING BED ONE BEDROOMAPARTMENT • KING BED ONE BEDROOMAPT.B1-KG

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    Sanctuary Palm Cove

    APARTMENT KING BED ONE BEDROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
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    KING BED ONE BEDROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.B1-KG

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  • APARTMENT ONE BEDROOM WITH TERRACEAPARTMENT • ONE BEDROOM WITH TERRACEAPT.B1-TR

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    Sanctuary Palm Cove

    APARTMENT ONE BEDROOM WITH TERRACE

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    APARTMENT
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    ONE BEDROOM WITH TERRACE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.B1-TR

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  • APARTMENT TWO KING BEDSAPARTMENT • TWO KING BEDSAPT.2K

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    Sanctuary Palm Cove

    APARTMENT TWO KING BEDS

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    APARTMENT
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    TWO KING BEDS

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    Room code: APT.2K

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Sanctuary Palm Cove

9.8
Excellent
337 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.6 /10
Service
9.8 /10
Comfort
9.8 /10
Condition
9.6 /10
Location
10.0 /10
Neighborhood
9.6 /10
Value
9.2 /10
Amenities
9.6 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jul 2026
Trevor
Great location, great facilities, great apartments.
2/10
Poor
24 Jul 2026
Seyed Nariman
This place doesn't even merit a one-star review: it has terrible staff and unclean rooms.

There are no staff after hours; upon arrival, you're expected to handle all check-in procedures yourself. We received a two-bedroom apartment, but it looked nothing like the misleading photos on booking sites. The three buildings are old and barely standing. The room was untidy and dusty, with old and broken furniture and fixtures. Think smelly towels, outdated tile flooring, and broken windows. We documented all issues with photos.

When we decided to check out early and requested a partial refund, they said they would look into it but then disappeared. We're planning to recover some of our money, but avoid booking here, as you'll waste your money.
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jul 2026
Lesley Ann
Amazing modern, spotlessly clean spacious apartment. In a fantastic location with beach and main front street of Palm Cove 2 mins walk away. Huge wrap around balconies lovely to sit out on.
Great sized heated swimming pool.
Special thanks to Gerhard Jnr on reception for fantastic communication and help. When our tumble drier wasn’t working and couldn’t be fixed, we had a new one delivered quickly. Also appreciated a late check out.
I would absolutely recommend this place, so peaceful and relaxing!
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jul 2026
Chun Kay
Enjoy the stay, staffs are friendly, good locati
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jul 2026
Jordan T
Great place. Very nice apartments with good surroundings and very friendly staff.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jun 2026
Jade
Amazing location. We stayed in one of the apartments tucked away with the trees.
Pros:
- shower pressure is great
- it’s peaceful
-pool area is cleaned every day and the flooring of the pool area is grippy, so even with a wet surface, it felt safe.
- the apartment has louvers so the breeze can come through and they are tinted for the glare. The fly screens are also in perfect shape so you can have them open and no bugs-mozzies can get through.
The staff are very accommodating and friendly, great experience the whole stay with them all.
Great location in Palm Cove with everything only a short walk. Perfect location for Ironman Cairns.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2026
Greg
Close to beach. Spacious and well maintained
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 May 2026
Anita
Everything about this property was fantastic from the friendly staff and managers, to the large clean comfortable room. Close stroll to the beach and the many cafes , restaurants in Palm cove but property so quiet when there. We will be back!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2026
Gulhan
The property was exceptionally clean and well maintained, with a great pool and BBQ area. The property is close to great cafes and restaurants. The staff were friendly and helpful. Looking forward to our next visit!
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2026
Alexander Matthew
The property was always clean and the staff was always friendly and helpful with all the questions we had!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Apr 2026
Sarsha
Clean, well stocked kitchen, close to restaurants but quiet. Property managers quick to respond to queries. Absolutely loved it.
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2026
Jennifer
The 3 bedroom villa with private pool was one of the highlights on our month long tour of Australia. The hotel staff were extremely kind and helpful (we unexpectedly arrived after check in time - denoted as 6pm on Expedia, but 5:30pm is the actual close. No worries as staff had arranged a very easy alternate check in method).

The space in the villa was huge, the kitchen and pantry full of helpful item, the grounds were immaculate and full of flora and fauna. Just breathtaking.

We'd travel back to Palm Cove just to stay at the Sanctuary!
10/10
Exceptional
19 Feb 2026
Leslie
Our studio apartment was spotless and had everything in it that we needed, it even had a 210cm TV (SO BIG).
The couple who oversaw \"Sanctuary Resort\" were both delightful and nothing was too much trouble for them.
Would we go back? Absolutely!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
07 Feb 2026
Raelene
Room needs attention , a little dated.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Feb 2026
John
Good sized accomodation, super friendly staff owners, easy car hire w no hidden extras. Highly recommend.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jan 2026
Marlene
What a wonderful place! Front desk people were so kind and helpful! The place truly is a sanctuary in the middle of the rain forest and true to the pictures that are posted. Every studio or apartment is nested in luscious green surroundings and make you feel like you are in the middle of the rain forest! What a feeling. Pool is amazing and access to the esplanade for a walk on the beach and shops is just across the street. Very convenient! Amenities and space was well cared for and clean. Would return and rebook here. Enjoy your stay… they make you feel like a vacation!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jan 2026
Mohammad
Very good
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
28 Nov 2025
nicholas
Everything 10 out of 10
10/10
Exceptional
25 Nov 2025
Chris
Awesome place
10/10
Exceptional
26 Oct 2025
Franz
Great location and value for money.
Apartments are spacious and well maintained.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Aug 2025
Margaret
Great location with lovely pool. Staff were so friendly and helpful with good recommendations. Would definitely stay again ☺️
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Aug 2025
Michelle
Loved the property!! Beautiful!
10/10
Exceptional
22 Aug 2025
Wendy
Loved our stay here! So beautiful and peaceful being surrounded by nature. Staff are great. Will definitely stay here again.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Aug 2025
Michelle
A peaceful and tranquil escape. Everything was beautifully maintained, clean and very comfortable. Staff were friendly, approachable and helpful. Highly recommend staying at Sanctuary.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Aug 2025
Stephen
Already planning our next visit.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jul 2025
Mark
Fantastic location, close to the beach and shops/restaurants but private and quiet.
Had a large, heated pool, which we made very good use of.
Highly recommend.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jul 2025
Christine
Gerhart and staff were absolutely fantastic. Friendly and helpful. I accidently lefy my mobile phone in our studio apartment upon check out. Didn't realise it until 90 mins drive towards home. Just one phone call to the office and it was on it's way via Auspost. Thankyou to all involved. Palm Cove and North of ,is Paradise.The scenery is breathtaking and the Sanctuary Palm Cove accomodation was very pleasing. We'll be back.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
19 Jul 2025
Nicole
If you are a family with young children this is a perfect place to stay, but if you are looking for peace and quiet you will need to stay elsewhere. While the resort staff are unable to discipline the children of guests, the fact that the children in the apartment above us screamed and cried from 6am until late at night every day made it very difficult for us to relax. We thought we had booked the one-bedroom retreat with spa, but when we arrived at the venue we were given a different apartment.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2025
Sharon
The property was clean, lots of space and the private pool was a hit with the children
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jun 2025
Judith
We were in the area and asked to view the room a few days earlier nothing was too much trouble
We changed our booking as we found there were more rooms in the apartment and at minimal cost 4 stayed there
Brilliant kitchen appliances and pool area
We dropped off groceries early the am of arrival the champagne and wine was put in the fridge for our arrival the staff were brilliant
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2025
Esther Elisabeth
Great property! Staff helpful and answered any questions we had about the area. Our apartment was excellent, very clean and roomy.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Apr 2025
Rebecca
Lovely apartment and beautiful grounds. Close to everything but quiet and private.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Apr 2025
Justin

Amazing Family Vacation Spot!

Beautiful apartments tucked away just off the Esplanade, easy walk to shops and restaurants and easy 5min drive to Coles for supplies. Rooms were perfectly suited for 4 adults and 2 children family vacation. Rooms were very clean and spacious. Grounds were lovely and the pool was really great for the kids! Would definitely recommend!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Apr 2025
David
This place was absolutely tremendous. The accommodations were fantastic, the staff was very helpful and knowledgeable about what to do and when, and the grounds themselves were beautiful. The wildlife around, being close to the beach etc. As we stated to the host, we will definitely be back.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jan 2025
Andre Stephen
Plenty of space and privacy
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Dec 2024
Maria
The Sanctuary is exactly that - a beautiful, calm and comfortable stay in paradise. Picturesque setting by the sea, comfortable, clean and spacious apartment and clean, high end facilities in and outside the apartment. We absolutely loved our stay and would recommend it to anyone wanting to enjoy a few days of peace and tranquility in a gorgeous setting.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
26 Nov 2024
Carol
Nice, big apartment.
Bed linen and bath towels past their time.
No towels and linen change for 6 days.
Long walks to everywhere.
No coffee capsules provided, as advertised.
Check out strictly at 10.am.
Maintenance being carried out, with generators, pruning and pool closures for cleaning while guests are in residence.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Nov 2024
Damian
Excellent well finished apartment , and fantastic pool.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Nov 2024
brett
Amazing private bungalow with living area - full
Kitchen, comfortable bed
Private - local palms and bushes louvered windows all around - rise with the bird sounds & just outside studio was a 25 meter pool ( not crowded ( you could swim laps!!) and 10
step's away Palm cove esplanade with various cozy small eateries great food and reasonable prices - gluten free punk in lasagne - at surf club a 10 looking out at the quiet and scenic ocean
10/10
Exceptional
24 Oct 2024
Victoria
Beautiful and peaceful property. Built as apartment living which is a plus! Location is great. I recommend this place
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 Sep 2024
Rebecca
Always friendly staff, lovely large apartment and close to the beach and shops
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jul 2024
Anne-Marie

Palm Cove stay

Lovely quiet area of Palm Cove, friendly staff, walking distance to shops, restaurants, beach and bars. Spacious apartment with everything included.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jul 2024
Shadi
Very nice 5 star
Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jul 2024
Simon
Great apartment in perfect location
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2024
Rajeev
Wonderful stay for our family of 6. Rooms are spacious, luxurious and well appointed.
The property is vast and you rarely see other guests which adds to the privacy feeling.
The spa wasn’t working due to a recent weather event.
Other than that, everything was excellent.
The family that owns/manages the property were friendly and attentive.
A logical stay in Palm Cove. Will be back again.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jun 2024
Verified traveler

Retreat

Beautiful secluded studio 22, rainforest outlook next to the pool. Huge spa bath. Just a short walk to cafes, bars and restaurants
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2024
Michael
Very modern and clean property run by a family business. Fantastic rooms excellent service and even have car hire available on the property. Close to the beach and all the restaurants in the area.
Business_and_leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jun 2024
Vivek
The property was just like the pictures - beautiful and clean. Only thing we would have liked to add is cleaning services. We were there for 4 nights but apparently they provide free cleaning only after a week of stay. For beach days with sand in the bathrooms etc a more frequent cleaning would really help
8/10
Excellent
17 May 2024
Linda Joy
Lovely property especially the pond with all the water lilies. Excellent security and great proximity to the beach, pier and esplanade.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Apr 2024
Ingrid
Our stay was excellent the receptionist was amazing. Everything was so lovely and clean.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Apr 2024
Abigail
The family running the property made the stay so easy - they supported an early check in and late check out and were always on hand to answer any questions. The pool is fantastic and the grounds are well looked after. We will be back!
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
12 Jan 2024
Nick
We stayed in a suite. It was large, private, clean and had all the conveniences we needed. The TV was huge - great for watching a movie in down time. The hot water was a little unreliable at times, but given the hot days whilst there it didn’t really bother us. Although it did not bother us, some couples may not appreciate the ‘open’ bathroom and the lack of personal privacy. The pool is large and well maintained. And the tropical gardens are beautiful and lush. Palm Cove is so walkable and offers many lovely dining options. We would happily stay at this property again should the opportunity arise in the future.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Nov 2023
Rebecca
Beautiful grounds and lovely spacious apartment. Close to the beach and the shops. Undercover parking, lift access, security gates and really friendly management. Would highly recommend.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Oct 2023
Chris and Irina
Liked absolutely everything. - Gerhard Jnr very helpful and friendly. Highly recommended.
10/10
Exceptional
08 Sep 2023
Philippa
This is a lovely quiet and serene property. Easily accessible to all restaurants and facilities of palm cove.
I would definitely return.
10/10
Exceptional
07 Sep 2023
Jenny
Studio apartment was lovely spacious, clean, comfortable. The grounds/ gardens are lovely and the hosts/staff were helpful and very friendly.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Aug 2023
Adrian
Overall was a great stay, everything was perfect, nice place near to the beach.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jun 2023
Jasmine
Excellent location with beautiful garden surrounds! The apartment was very spacious, clean and great for families! We loved the leafy view, whilst also being very close to the beach and restaurants. The pool was completely shaded, quite large and quiet for most of our stay.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2023
Jamie

The Best!

You know the type of place that you don't want to review because you are afraid that everyone will find out about your secret? Even so, I feel compelled to write this because they did such a great job.

The property itself is tastefully constructed; about 20 units in 3 buildings (plenty of parking), nestled in the forest next to a lagoon with waterlilies and a charming wooden bridge. (A 2-minute walk to the very fine esplanade, which is a great place to hang out and get dinner your first night). My unit was on the 2nd floor, and I felt that I was living in a tree house, because all I could see (the living area is entirely windowed) was lush forest - palms, eucalyptus and ferns. (And could hear the delightful calls and chirping of birds).

The property has a gorgeous, long, and rectangular pool (with attached spa and shallow wading areas) which I swam in every day.

The apartment itself was huge, fully equipped (I cooked almost every meal) and comfortable.

Finally, the property manager was gracious, kind, informative and generous with their time. They really improved my stay with great advice about the area.

10 out of 10 -- I didn't want to leave.
8/10
Excellent
12 Apr 2023
Stephen
A great location, quiet and the managers are very helpful. A little tired in places in the apartment but nothing a coat of paint wouldn’t solve. The swimming pool was clean and a good size. The apartment is a great size with everything that you need. Construction up the road caused internet access to be non existent but to be honest we didn’t care
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
10 Feb 2023
John

Amazing apartments in a magnificent location

First impressions were excellent. By the end of our stay our opinion had not changed.
Large modern well equiped apartments and in a great location around three minutes walk from the beach.
The apartments are set in lovely surroundings. There is a large swimming pool for the use of guests. If I was to come back to this area I would happily return to this resort.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2023
Daniel Bekele
Rooms are nice, clean and comfortable.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jan 2023
zdenka
They were amazing very helpful and new what they were talking about when helping to arrange our adventures 10/10
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Nov 2022
Barry
Excellent, well-maintained property. Managers were very friendly & helpful. Would gladly return for another stay & happily recommend to others.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Nov 2022
Tibor
Beutiful surroundings.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Oct 2022
Fiona
So well looked after and apartment and facilities were fab
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
16 Oct 2022
Stephen
We enjoyed the secluded feeling of the complex set in natural surroundings. The apartment was very spacious with a well equipped kitchen. The swimming pool was also a generous size and private.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2022
Bernadette

Excellent quality apartment

Contacted by manager that our apartment was ready before scheduled allotted time a big bonus when you’ve traveled from interstate and have children
Apartment was as good if not better than photos
Plenty of room for families or couples travelling together
Kitchen was great full size fridge freezer oven microwave
Large dining living area spacious bedrooms
Pool and surrounds gave you the tropical paradise feel
Excellent location,Close to beach and esplanade and shopping restaurants
One of the best apartments we have stayed at, security was also good as apartments and car park located behind coded gates
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2022
Elton

The only place to stay in Palm Cove

Our second visit and amazing accomodation plus the absolute best front of house service.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Oct 2022
Anthony
Sanctuary is a wonderful place to stay. The apartments are spacious, the grounds lovely and very well kept and the pool is great.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Sep 2022
Suzi
Peaceful but yet a close walk to the Esplanade.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Sep 2022
sharmila ramessur
Waking up to the sound of birds- love the beautiful gardens and our private deck onto the gardens - so close to the beach yet so very private and serene
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
07 Aug 2022
Barry
Quiet and very convenient location. Very large apartment.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jun 2022
David
Beautiful facilities, close to the Main Street/beach but still very peaceful. Friendly and responsive owners. Nothing but good things to say and would return again without a doubt
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2022
Tammy
We totally recommend Sanctuary. The staff are so efficient and friendly always there to help with any queries. Booked our day trips without any hesitation. We will be back. The room was perfect, clean and secluded just what we wanted.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
04 May 2022
Paul
Tropical feel
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 May 2022
Tim
Very spacious rooms, a lovely quality resort with everything that we required, will stay again!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Apr 2022
Matt
Great location both in terms of the Sanctuary but also Palm Cove esplanade with lots of dining options etc. The Sanctuary Palm Cove is gorgeous and the 3 bedroom apartment we stayed in was huge and very well appointed. Would recommend.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Mar 2022
Alex
Great staff, easy check-in check out, clean, quiet and spacious rooms. 10/10 would stay again
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
10 Mar 2022
Grant

Great trip away

Great reception team. The location is excellent.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jan 2022
Karl
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Great accommodation in a great location
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jan 2022
Theresa
A hidden sanctuary, beautiful and relaxing 😀 highly recommend for a family holiday getaway.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Oct 2021
Joshua

Amazing

This place is amazing. We loved everything about our stay. We will definitely be staying again.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jul 2021
Verified traveler
Loved the family that manages the property. They remembered my name from the get go, super flexible on terms with us and knowledgeable of the area and surrounds.
This property as the apartments are merchandised to the maximum, excellent grounds, excellent kitchen utensils, cookware, clean bedding l can't say enough, we are coming back to this amazing resort. Thanks guys, John.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
26 May 2021
Verified traveler
Great rooms... very spacious
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 May 2021
Verified traveler
The property was in a great location.
The appartment was extremely large with a comfortable feel.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Apr 2021
Verified traveler
We loved our stay at the Sanctuary. The apartment was spacious, well designed for appreciation of the tropical climate and indoor/outdoor living, and was well-equipped. The grounds and the pool are beautiful and the location was convenient. Finally, the managers were lovely and helpful. We look forward to coming back.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Apr 2021
Verified traveler
The three bedroom apartment was very large and perfect for families. A lovely place.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Mar 2021
Verified traveler
We had a private little villa just off the pool, our stay was in their quiet season so we had the whole pool to our self, the villa was very clean and very well equipped if you wanted to prepare any food, lots of great quality restaurants all in walking distance.
A beautiful place to stay, we will definitely be back
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jan 2021
Kevin

Best stay in Palm Cove.

A wonderful experience. Huge rooms with all the comforts. Friendly and helpful staff.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jan 2021
Verified traveler
Splendid apartment, plenty of room, beds comfortable, bathroom and kitchen spotlessly clean.
Location close to the waterfront and awesome dining options on the beachfront.
Spa didn’t work. The pool was clean and very big.
I’d return tomorrow if I could.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Dec 2020
Gavin

Best stay yet!

Best stay we have had at Palm Cove.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Dec 2020
Mike
The personal retreat building was fabulous. It was well appointed had everything you could need or ask for, was clean, upmarket and overall a pleasure to stay in
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Aug 2020
Roger

Sanctuary is paradise in Palm Cove

Sanctuary says it all.
For us a lucky find!
We will be back!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Feb 2020
robert
Very good great position quite town not busy but easy distance to most thing’s
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
10 Feb 2020
Verified traveler
The staff and the receptionist were all very friendly and extremely helpful. The apartment was clean and cool. Sadly the outside spa was very dirty and swimming pool was difficult to enter and exit and the water was cloudy.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jan 2020
Verified traveler
The property had good security as opposed to many other places. The pool was great.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
12 Jan 2020
Faye

Holiday fun

Nice, relaxed place. Great pool.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jan 2020
Tony
Fantastic private location - an oasis of leisure , well equipped. Perfect reception and help from Lyndsay. A great place to stay. Would definitely stay again.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jan 2020
Preeti

Beautiful place— looking forward to a future visit

Amazing stay - the grounds felt like a sanctuary! Loved the proximity to the beach and restaurant. Kitchen was stocked.
Bugs near sink were a nuisance but spraying it worked
Friends_and_family Family

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Sanctuary Palm Cove
6 Cedar Road, Palm Cove, Australia

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