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Lido Grande | Swim-out with Stunning Views
From check in onwards we felt at home, beautiful apartment that gave us ample space to relax, the walk out access to the pool was amazing ! I literally have nothing negative to say, 10/10 for our family, would definetly recommend it to any large families, so much space, thanks again to Bec 😊, from Jackie and family

Sea La Villa Port Douglas
We really enjoyed our stay at Sea La Villa. The villa was nicely furnsihed, well-equipped and spotless. The villa has direct access to a lovely shared pool and we were the only people to use it during our stay. The villa is 1 minute walk to the beach and a short drive to the town centre. Kerry is a friendly, responsive host. Highly recommend!

Bali Inspired Villa with Plunge Pool
This place is a true slice of paradise! The villa is pristine, luxurious, well equipped kitchen, all mod cons you’d ever need, stunning tropical garden and literally o can find no fault! It is our second time staying here, and we booked for next year even before we left this time! This place will be our family tradition holiday home we visit every year. 10/10 excellent

Villa Vei (With Heated Pool*)
Oppholdet har vært fantastisk. Det var rent og ryddig da vi kom, og kommunikasjonen med Fabian har vært nydelig! Han er alltid på tilbudssiden og gjør alt for å sikre at vår tur ble perfekt, som den også ble:)

Port Douglas~Hidden Gem~ Mountain Side Valley
Beautiful country setting, a short drive from Port Douglas. The cottage was spotlessly clean with every little detail thought through making our stay immensely enjoyable. We sat on the terrace enjoying the gardens while making a BBQ most evenings. Highly recommended for a peaceful retreat with easy access to the local attractions.

The Jungles of Kewarra Beach
Will was always contactable and forthcoming with information regarding our stay. The house was in a quiet residential area and the neighbours were friendly. The kids loved the pool and the layout of the bedrooms is great for a large family or multiple families (such as ours). We really enjoyed our stay at Will's place.

Alamanda Estate, Port Douglas – Pool & Ocean Views
La casa es genial, Esta en una zona muy tranquila y con privacidad pero a la vez estas a 5 min de Port Douglas. La casa es muy acogedora y practica. Tiene varios espacios para disfrutar en diferentes momentos del dia. Nos ha encantado.

Abode Palm Cove Ground Floor Swim Out
We had a wonderful family holiday at Dianne’s place. The apartment was perfect for our family with two young toddlers, beautiful setting, clean, comfortable and all the extras for kids, toys, pool toys and a great outdoor spa bath. We had a lot of fun at the resort beach pool and the location in Palm Cove is perfect, by the beach and restaurants. Would definitely recommend and would love to go back.
Quick stats about holiday rentals in Port Douglas
Total rentals
870 properties
Nightly prices starting at
$31 AUD before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
28K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
620 properties are a good fit for families
Pet-friendly rentals
40 properties allow pets
Rentals with a pool
810 properties have a pool
Your guide to Port Douglas
All About Port Douglas
Even without its top-drawer location in the north of Queensland, with the world-famous Great Barrier Reef on one side and Daintree Rainforest on the other, Port Douglas would still have no problem attracting visitors to its alabaster sandy shores. The area’s restricted build height makes it postcard perfect, with almost every beachfront holiday house in Port Douglas hidden under the shade of a souring beach palm, with the flip-flop-ready soft sand stretching out to the aquamarine water beyond. And that’s without mentioning the town’s world-class marina, lush rainforests, and the crystal creeks of Mossman Gorge.
The range of activities in the area reads like a lifelong bucket list, with world-class snorkelling and diving, hot-air ballooning, sunset sailing, rainforest and river tours, and four-wheel-drive safaris all on offer. Few miss out on a visit to the Great Barrier Reef, and there is no shortage of ways to experience this great natural wonder of the world.
The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Port Douglas
With warm temperatures and fairly minimal weather fluctuations, holiday rentals in Port Douglas are popular year-round. The busiest time of year to visit the area is from July to September, when the weather is cooler but still warm enough for those looking to avoid the country’s colder winter temperatures. January to March are the hottest and most humid months, when the higher rainfall makes for perfect diving conditions. Autumn is popular for its events, including a five-day sailing regatta and the town’s biggest event of the year, the Port Douglas Carnivale, when music and dancing fill the streets. October to December can see a tiny bit more rainfall, but the Port Shorts Film Festival in October is a great way to avoid the showers.
Top things to do in Port Douglas
Mossman Gorge
Take a bush walk through the rainforest at Mossman Gorge. The Kuku Yalanji are the original inhabitants of the land. Today they offer guided “dreamtime walks” where you can learn more about their local lores and sacred ceremonies. Freshwater swimming holes marked out by distinctive granite boulders make refreshing oases along the way.
Craft markets
Wednesdays and Sundays are great days to explore the town and peruse the weekly craft markets that pop up at the marina on Wednesday afternoons and at Rex Smeal Park on Sundays. Expect to find buskers, entertainers, street-food stalls, massage tents, and a wide range of local arts and crafts, fashion, and jewellery.
Steam Railway
The area’s historic, coal-fired trains offer daily excursions for those looking to immerse themselves in the nostalgic age of steam locomotion. The railway winds its way up the Mowbray Valley from the Crystalbrook Marina in Port Douglas to St. Crispin’s Station, where you can visit the local mangroves and spot resident crocodiles in their natural habitat.
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