Port Douglas Motel
At a glance: 4-star · Since 1980 · 20 rooms
Near: Wavelength Reef Cruises · 3 min walk
Guests love: Location · Cleanliness
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The motel's own restaurant is a convenient option for a meal without leaving the property. For more choices, Macrossan Street, just a short stroll away, is lined with cafes and restaurants. You can walk to places like Zinc Port Douglas, The Little Larder, and Epicurean Port Douglas, all about 100 meters from the motel. Near the marina, about a 10-minute walk, you'll find Hemingway's Brewery, Choo Choos @ The Marina, and La Cucina + Bar. For a classic pub meal, the Court House Hotel is on the corner of Macrossan and Wharf Streets. Salsa Bar & Grill and Jungle Fowl on Wharf Street are also within easy walking distance.
The Port Douglas Motel sits right in the heart of town, just 50 metres from Macrossan Street, where you'll find shops, cafes, and restaurants. Four Mile Beach is a short 5-minute walk away, and the marina is about 10 minutes on foot. Nearby, you can reach Trinity Bay Lookout and 4 Mile Beach Lookout in just 4 minutes each, and Wavelength Reef Cruises is a 3-minute walk. The area is walkable and convenient, with a Night Owl Convenience Store and ATM close by for everyday needs. For nature further out, Wildlife Habitat is 4.5 km away, and Mossman Gorge is 13.9 km, so a car helps for those trips. The motel's own restaurant offers on-site dining, and the surrounding streets are lined with local eateries and bars.
The nearest airport is Cairns Airport, about an hour's drive north along the Captain Cook Highway. You can take a scheduled coach service, which stops at Palm Cove and other northern beaches, or a dedicated airport transfer that runs throughout the day. A private transfer or hire car are also straightforward options. The nearest train station is St Crispin's Station, about 3.88 km from the hotel, so a taxi or ride-hailing service would get you there easily. From the station, the motel is a short ride away.
In the evening, you can walk to Macrossan Street, the main strip, where restaurants and bars line the street. The hotel's own restaurant is a convenient option for dinner. For a drink with a view, head to the marina, about a 10-minute stroll away, where you'll find bars like Hemingway's Brewery and Choo Choos @ The Marina. The Court House Hotel, a local pub on the corner of Macrossan and Wharf Streets, is another spot for a relaxed evening. After dinner, a short walk to Four Mile Beach is nice for a moonlit stroll.
Yes, Port Douglas Motel is a great base for exploring the town. You can walk to Wavelength Reef Cruises in 3 minutes, ABC Reef Safaris in 4 minutes, and both Trinity Bay Lookout and 4 Mile Beach Lookout in 4 minutes. The town's main strip, Macrossan Street, is just a short stroll away, with shops and dining nearby. For further sights, Wildlife Habitat is 4.5 km away, and Mossman Gorge is 13.9 km, so you will need a car or a tour for those. The motel's own restaurant offers a convenient on-site dining option. From here, you can easily join reef cruises and rainforest day trips.

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