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Drift Palm Cove

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

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Cnr Veivers Rd Williams Esp, Palm Cove, QLD, 4879
  • Vie Spa Palm Cove
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Palm Cove Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Clifton Village Shopping Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 118 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Condo | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

Condo

  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 2 King Beds, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

  • 1249 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • 829 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Loft, 1 Bedroom | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

Loft, 1 Bedroom

  • 829 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 1249 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 883 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

  • 409 sq ft
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Apartment

  • 1249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Three Bedroom Family Apartment

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Two Bedroom Executive Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

One Bedroom Loft Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Two Bedroom Executive Ocean Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

1 Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

One Bedroom Ocean Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Two Bedroom Family Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Three Bedroom Condo

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About this property

Drift Palm Cove

4-star aparthotel in Palm Cove
Guests of this beach aparthotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as a hot tub and a fitness center. Each apartment boasts a jetted tub and offers free WiFi and a kitchen. For a bit of entertainment, a flat-screen TV comes with digital channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences like a washer/dryer and a refrigerator. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Drift Palm Cove offers 65 accommodations with washers/dryers and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision.

In addition to a children's pool and an outdoor pool, Drift Palm Cove provides a hot tub and a fitness center. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. For a surcharge, an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is offered to guests. This luxury aparthotel also offers a terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. Concierge services and wedding services can be provided. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

Drift Palm Cove is a smoke-free property.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On a sandy beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times for a surcharge
  • Car rental
  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • Alarm clock
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: AUD 44 per day

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Location highlights

  • In an entertainment district
  • Near the ocean
  • On the Strip
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 4 floors
  • 65 units
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Reception hall

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 44.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 30 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: AUD 10 (one-way), (up to 15 years old)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 44.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7 AM to 9 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Imagine Drift Palm Cove Apartment
Grand Mercure Rockford Esplanade Palm Cove Apartment
Mercure Rockford Esplanade
Mercure Rockford Esplanade Apartment
Palm Cove Grand Mercure
Grand Mercure Rockford Esplanade Hotel Palm Cove
Mercure Hotel Palm Cove
Mercure Palm Cove
Grand Mercure Rockford Esplanade Apartment
Grand Mercure Rockford Esplanade
Imagine Drift Apartment
Imagine Drift

Drift Palm Cove Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 357 out of 790 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 275 out of 790 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 790 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 790 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 790 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Marica

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

laura

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pool. Odd layout for access to elevator , long walk down hallway as lift at the end. Unit was nicely refurbished, but could use new mattress. Overall great stay., our second visit to the Drift. Close to good restaurants, pubs and grocery.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Milica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Brenton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good, great location.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach was super close. Pool was a good size!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ildiko

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Fantastic place to relax. Fabulous pool area.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing large pool surrounded by tropical plants, very friendly staff allowing late check out plus letting our luggage in locker room. 50 min or even less from the beach..across little supermarket. Great coffee straight below resort. Peaceful athmosphere. Only thing could have been better is the kitchen was very little equipped for us cooking family dinners but still it was not a biggie. We certainly will be back !!!! Loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mac

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pool and facilites. Good room. Hallway outside of room smelt of smoke
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant, pool area is fantastic, staff friendly and helpful, rooms are very roomy
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Alicia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Drift was nice, it had very basic supplies and would have been enhanced by provision of a few key extra things (I.e salt and pepper, a few more knives and forks). It was also quite noisy, we could hear the neighbours playing music early and late in the day. It was fine but not the best.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property. Great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Helena

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Position was great with a beautiful setting kept clean. When you asked for something the response was positive and quick. We stayed in a studio apartment so had kitchen facilities that were okay but with no room to organise a meal. That is no bench at all. We had no table and chairs to sit at to have a meal neither in the room or on the balcony. A table would have helped in the organisation of food.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mary Louise

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location. Short stroll to restaurants, beach and express supermarket. Great pool and spa. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Paola

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location - close to everything and ample parking spaces. Also quiet position as property is away from central palm cove. Staff friendly and helpful. Unfortunately the property has had its day and we had expected more from ratings and advertised pics. Room was run down, bed was falling apart, couch and curtains were sticky and dirty, thick dust behind couch, tv units, coming out of air vents and lamps, carpet not vacuumed (ever?!) and stained. Constant damp smell, and cockroaches found in kitchen and coming out bathroom sinks every night. Common for this to occur in Northern Qld apparently for older properties?! Gardens are pretty, and pool is lovely- shame water was too cold to swim in. Hot tub was good temp and grounds were well maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pasquale

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was a very good experience the facilities were excellent the staff were very helpful. I would recommend the property to all.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kerryn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had booked 2 bedroom with 2 double beds ( ie) a double bed in each room. On arrival I we had a master bedroom with double bed. The second room looked like a study with 2 single beds in it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious. Lacked nothing. Excellent gym. beautiful setting. Helpful front desk.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Karyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location of the Drift Palm Cove has everything you need in easy walking distance. Size of the pool is great and there is also a decent size heated spa. I stayed in a two-bedroom apartment which was ample in size and had the bonus of direct access to the pool. Would stay at the Drift Palm Cove again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Relaxing Tropical Week Stay
Firstly, Palm Cove is lovely with a laid-back island-like feel. Restaurants, bars, spas galore. Drift has a tropical resort feel with beautiful pool-area & friendly, accommodating staff & is in a very convenient location. Staying in a 1 bedroom beach-view apartment, we found it to be very clean & mostly comfy & we enjoyed the sounds of the waves & beach view. The combined bath/shower could certainly do with an update as can the sofa which has little support becoming uncomfortable if sat in for too long. Still, it did have all that we needed & included a relaxing day-bed on the rather large balcony & an extra powder-room with laundry facilities. We would stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jerume

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great place to stay, clean and well priced for the spot, shame the restaurants out front werent open when we visited due to storm damage. Would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very nice. Room was a good size. This location is close to all the good restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024