Located on the waterfront, Melaleuca Resort is in Palm Cove, a neighbourhood in Cairns. Vie Spa Palm Cove and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Clifton Village Shopping Centre and Smithfield Shopping Centre. Hartley's Crocodile Adventures and Tanks Arts Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
Macalister Range National Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Cairns Esplanade - 24 min drive - 27.6 km
Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 28 min drive - 30.4 km
Getting around
Redlynch Station - 21 min drive
Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
Nu Nu Restaurant - 10 min walk
Kewarra Village Takeaway - 7 min drive
Ellis Beach Bar & Grill - 6 min drive
Il Chiosco - 11 min drive
Tuk Tuk by the Sea - 10 min drive
About this property
Melaleuca Resort
Guests at this beach aparthotel will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as barbecue grills and a picnic area. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop, a microwave and a dishwasher. Guests will appreciate conveniences, such as a washer/dryer and a dining area, while a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a DVD player provide a bit of entertainment.
Melaleuca Resort offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Accommodation at this 4-star aparthotel has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8 AM - 6 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8 AM - 4 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Reception hours are from 8 AM to noon on public holidays.
Access methods
Staffed front desk, lockbox
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: AUD 34 per person (one-way)
Airport shuttle fee per child: AUD 18 (one-way), (from 2 to 11 years old)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Property # 1142618
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
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
National rating
This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.
Frequently asked questions
Does Melaleuca Resort have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Melaleuca Resort pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Melaleuca Resort?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Melaleuca Resort?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Melaleuca Resort?
Checkout is at 10 AM.
Does Melaleuca Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of AUD 34 per person applies.
Where is Melaleuca Resort located?
Located in Palm Cove, this beach aparthotel is within a 15-minute walk of Vie Spa Palm Cove and Palm Cove Beach. Macalister Range National Park and Wet Tropics of Queensland are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Melaleuca Resort Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The rooms are basic, comfortable bed the pool area is nice.Location is excellent and the best was beach views from the lounge room.
Elizabeth
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Wendy
23 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very close to all amenities we had a lovely day
Wendy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sunil
7 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good place to stay
Sunil
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John
17 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location was amazing, just steps from the beach. The room was clean and comfortable with all the amenities we wanted for a few day's stay including clothes washer and dryer and full kitchen. The pool and pool area was beautiful. There were jets for a relaxation, nice lounge chairs and even a grill for cooking out. Would highly recommend.
John
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Noemi
18 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Amazing host , beautiful and clean , fantastic stay
Noemi
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tsuyoshi
7 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Nice hotel
Great environment and location, lovely interior, very kind manager Lisa, very nice owner, my wife and I had a wonderful and comfortable time.
Tsuyoshi
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Toby
10 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice location, convenient and relaxing.
Toby
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elaine
27 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
A beautiful restful view from our balcony, clean well equipped unit. Lisa welcomed us and made sure we had everything we needed. Super swimming pool
Great location in centre of town, accommodation adequate but some areas/items needed upgrading. No information in apartment and every time we went to office nobody was there to arrange hire car, trips etc.
paul
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ashley
22 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is the third time we have been to the Melaleuca and will definitely be back, it’s in a amazing central location, the rooms are clean and have everything you need, across from the beach it’s the best place.
Ashley
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dave
29 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Another excellent stay. Clean, quiet and a great view.
The location is perfect, the rooms were clean and well appointed, the beds are comfortable, the manager is a delight. The pool and gardens are beautiful and well maintained. We loved watching the sun rise over the ocean from our deck.
Sherry
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bill
24 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay, even got to stay after check out time! Great position, Great staff, and great amenities within the room!
Bill
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kaz
26 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Location was awesome, Margaret was a lovely host, very clean , view of the beach
Kaz
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michelle
23 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property with balcony - overlooking water. I enjoyed the quiet retreat when travelling for work. Palm Cove has a range of restaurant options. Some really awful and some very tasty. Staff very welcoming and great communication.
Michelle
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Anthony
16 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great location, clean appartment. Friendly owners and great value.
Anthony
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Anke
30 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful garden and pool area; Beach is cross the road; walking distance to restaurants, cafes and shops.
Anke
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Anna
29 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hosts were excellent, helpful and friendly. Pool setting is lovely and room was exceptionally clean. Would definitely stay again.
Apartment was very spacious, clean and handy to all amenities.
Did wonder why we were unable to have a room with a view to the beach. Our view was a white wall while other apartments had a lovely view of the beach. A few of these units did appear to be vacant.
Pauline
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
terry
6 Oct 2023
Liked: Amenities
Excellent hosts. Very friendly and helpful
Resort is perfect position opposite the beach. Great rooms and pool
Highly recommend resort
terry
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Catherine
27 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect location amd beautiful property. Will definitely be back.