We (myself, Mrs HS, 5 year old, 8 year old, Granny) stayed in a 3 bed apartment for 10 nights late June 2008. As I travel a lot with work I've become rather spoilt and fussy about where I stay and what I expect/need. I'm pleased to say the the Mandalay passed my Grumpy Old Man test with flying colours.... more

Our final stop on our trip to Australia,was the Mandalay and Shalimar luxury apartments in Port Douglas.We arrived around 9 pm and reception was closed,however there were instructions clearly telling us where our room keys were, and how to get to our room.The room was on the second floor and this was what we had requested at... more

My four sisters and I have just returned from four nights at Mandalay & Shalimar Apartments. We had booked a garden apartment but we were thrilled when we discovered we were upgraded to the beachfront section. After emailing Nicole (Reception) I knew I didn't have anything to worry about. She was very obliging and replied to my emails immediately. The... more

Mandalay apartments were wonderful they are not right in Port Douglas but a short walk to everything. What you expect is what you get no hidden surprises. The staff were extremely nice and gave honest opinions about different tour companies. You will not be disappointed. more

This is a great place to stay if you have young children . Port Douglas is a pleasant short walk away (much closer than most of the accommodation on offer). The pool we used was excellent - with a good sized shallow are for toddlers and a deeper area for more capable swimmers. The apartments are clean, spacious and well... more

We have just returned from a week staying in a 3 bedroom, beach front apartment (#23 in Mandalay). As a family of 4 with two teens the massive apartment, across the road from the beach was a perfect combination. The huge balcony is completely private with views of the pool and palms / mangrove, it was wonderful sitting reading on... more

We stayed in a 2 bedroom apartment for six nights overlooking the pool. Our apartment was extremely spacious and clean. The staff were very friendly and took care of arranging all our trips. I would strongly recommend staying at this apartment. more

Took my family of four to experience the reef. Children aged 13 and 17. Stayed in a 3 bedroom beachfront. Rooms were amazing so big - I thought one of the kids rooms was the masterbedroom.....you should see the master bedroom!!! We justed loved every bit of Mandalay & Shalimar. The location was perfect, not living on top of town... more

Very clean and spacious apartments with excellent facilities on site. Two lovely pools, tennis court, gas BBQ's, short walk to beach and 10 minute walk to town. We had a 2 bedroom apartment, two tv's, two bathrooms, two balconies both with seating areas, lovely big modern kitchen with good facilities, dining area, 2 couches and large lounge etc. Very pleased... more