Port Douglas Retreat is a picturesque, peaceful complex nice and close to the heart of Port Douglas - and yet not so close to be noisy or have much traffic. It was a great place to relax after a busy day sightseeing, the room was fine for what we needed, and David & Joyce couldn't do enough for us. The... More

From the moment I arrived, as David came to the airport transfer bus to help with my luggage, I felt welcome. He and Joyce were very helpful and friendly. The location is excellent; close to the beach, shops and restaurants and not far from the harbour. The room was spacious and well equiped with a balcony overlooking trees. The pool... More

We have just returned from an 8 day stay, and found Port Douglas Retreat to be just that - a wonderful, peaceful spot, fantastic location just 5 minutes from the beach and shops, with a stunning garden and wonderful birdlife. Contrary to the previous comments, the lovely trees around the beautiful pool offer welcome respite from the Queensland sun, and... More

From the outside the premises look lovely and are built in a colonial style, but it's a shame guests can't take advantage of the balmy climate on the beautiful pool and decking area. Mostly there is very little direct sunshine on the sun terrace as it is surrounded by trees. I was not the only one who found this disappointing... More

David and Joyce, lovely couple, most helpful managers, made our stay enjoyable. Lovely location, near the shops and the beach, but far enough away from the noisy pubs to ensure a quiet night's sleep. Boo to all whingers who complained about having to sweep the floor. It's self-serviced apartments, so fair enough. We stayed 8 nights which means you get... More

We have been overseas and just returned to Australia and chose to have a month's holiday to enable us to settle down again. We are so glad we chose to return to this Retreat. We just sat around the gorgeous pool for a few days and soaked in the sun with others of a like mind. The BBQs are here... More

My husband and I stayed for four nights in a pool view room on a “sunset sail” deal. Our initial impressions on arrival were good, but there were a few things that let us down during the stay, and would make us try somewhere different next time. The location was perfect, just a short walk to both the town centre... More

The Carins tourist office in Cairns recommended this hotel and got us a discount as well! It was the best hotel we stayed in during our holiday in Australia. Each room had a cooker and microwave and there were BBQ facilities in the pool area. After eating out for 3 weeks it was a really nice change to be able... More

David and Joyce were extremely helpful in helping me to select day trips to the rain forest and snorkeling. I was late arriving to Port Douglas from Cairns, but Joyce was waiting for me, helped me with my luggage to my room, and told me where to go for a late night meal. The room was very clean and tastefully... More