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Reviews of Drift Palm Cove 4.5 stars

Cnr Vievers Rd & Williams Esplanade, 4879 Palm Cove, Australia

#90 of 130 hotels in Palm Cove

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Review score

Based on 1869 hotel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.1

  • Comfort

    8.2

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: 27 September 2024

    9.0
    Enjoyable stay thank you
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Family Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Limited kitchen facilities

    Centrally located. Spacious apartment

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2024

    8.0
    A very nice relaxing time.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 10 nights

    We were on the fourth floor and required the lift to vacate. On our day of check out lift maintainence was being carried out at 0900hrs preventing us from using the lift. This sort of thing needs to be carried out at a time so as not to disrupt guest travel plans.

    A quiet, comfortable apartment.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 September 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Family Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    cold pool, noisy , smelly diesel leaf blower

    Beautiful tropical garden and giant gums entwined in the decking make ot very private, an old gem, but just lovely, we were on ground level, pool is a bit cool, but great to refresh after sunbake, loved it, would definitely go back!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2024

    8.0
    Perfect 🤩
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Family Apartment
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Beds were a bit small as my husband is tall. Weather Could’ve stayed longer, but we run out of time

    Everything, location, friendly helpful staff, cleanest tidy facilities and rooms were comfortable. Very nice would recommend and stay again. Nice area for the kids to swim and for the parents to also sit and be able to see the kids in pool or spa.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2024

    8.0
    Really lovely and a great relaxing week… could have been even better with a couple of tweeks.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Family Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The second “bedroom” for an adult is awkward in that the bed is too big for the area, making it very difficult to get in/out of and make. It is not a full bedroom in that you close sliding bi-fold smoked glass windows and a door to close it off from the main bedroom to give you some level of privacy. I think two single beds (or at the very least just a double bed) might be better in this space rather than a bigger bed. The kitchen had an odd assortment of plates and barely any bowls. Made eating cereal interesting! The placement of the lift was quite interesting given its positioning to the main desk. I felt for those whose rooms were above reception who had to walk all the way down the corridor to access the lift, then all the way back to their rooms. The pool was FREEZING (in August) while the ocean was quite pleasant.

    Fabulously located in Palm Cove, a short walk from the beach. A convenience store across the road, and good restaurants (and the tavern) within walking distance. The pool is massive and spa big enough to enjoy with a group of friends. We used the bbq down in the pool area and it was beautifully clean. The apartment itself was roomy, with a lovely balcony with comfy furniture. The common areas in the resort are well maintained.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 September 2024

    7.0
    We made it great.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Family Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We stayed at the resort 6 years ago and the apartment was quite modern and comfortable. We had a different apartment this time and it was a bit outdated. Some of the area could have been cleaner. We walked in and the fridge door was open and there was a puddle of water on the floor. The range hood filters have probably never been cleaned. The furniture was stained and outdated, not very comfortable, except for the main bed.

    The facilities were great, swimming pool is amazing and BBQ. The outside area is kept quite clean. The location is fantastic, close to restaurants and shops.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2024

    8.0
    It was comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Executive Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking wasn’t the best and couldn’t park close to the apartment

    The location

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2024

    7.0
    Resort was very attractive
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Bedding not comfortable, no ice tray in freezer,insufficient tea coffee etc for 5 day stay

    Unfortunately had 2 disturbances at night. One when alarm woke us up for an emergency and we were told to evacuate immediately and another when people decided to take a spa at 3.20 in the morning and were yelling

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2024

    9.0
    Location great rooms could be updated and Pool coud be heated in cooler months.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Family Apartment
    • Stayed 8 nights

    Pool tempeture to cold and unfortunately put customers off. Rooms could be updated

    Pool size was fantastic, location and room were good

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Family Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was looking a little tired in some places

    Location - space in apartments - pool - staff

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2024

    9.0
    Lovely apartment resort with good amenities
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The folded sheet and blanket arrangement on the bed meant by day three I was in a tangled mess. Would have preferred a doona.

    The pool and gardens around it are absolutely beautiful

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Family Apartment
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Need to have reception available for a longer period of the day. Building and rooms need some maintenance.

    The parking and pool area.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2024

    8.0
    Great location. Nice room had an enjoyable break .
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Family Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    On arrival staff member was not able to direct us to the nearest supermarket or bottle shop. Or where to get bus to shopping centre. Sent us in complete wrong direction. Would have thought should be an easy request. Wasted a lot of holiday hours .

    Location. Pool , staff .

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2024

    9.0
    Great location, beautiful pool
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Family Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights

    some dishwashing supplies for dishwasher and for hand washing dishes. Only one nights supply.

    Clean, beautiful pool and spa. Great location

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I would suggest a better colour scheme in the halls ways. The two tone walls makes it feel like a hospital .

    Pool areas beautiful

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2024

    8.0
    Lovely stay, great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Family Apartment
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms are a bit tired looking, could do with a refresh. Pools were a bit cool but kids still enjoyed.

    Spacious rooms, comfortable beds and well equipped kitchen. Central location.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2024

    9.0
    Great 42nd anniversary location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean, great gardens and pool

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2024

    9.0
    We really enjoyed the stay and the pool and spa
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Family Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked the pool and the spa, also we were next to a beach

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2024

    8.0
    A very pleasant stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pool could’ve been warmer, it was very very cold. The bed as a little uncomfortable.

    The amenities and the whole property was very well kept and the staff were very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2024

    9.0
    Gteat pool, great location, short step to the beach and any problems ask for Fiona.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Family Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The decor of rooms is tired somewhat but loved having two double beds and two bathrooms with excellent hot water.

    The first room we were shown into was below expectations. It was on road side, very unattractive view and smelt as though smokers had been there. We went and spoke to the wonderful Fiona and she immediately offered two alternatives. We ended up with a lovely view of pool area and were very happy. Fionna was outstandingly helpful and kind to us during our stay at Palm Cove -truly went above and beyond!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Family Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    close to beach n restaurants

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2024

    9.0
    First visit to Palm Cove and we had a brilliant holiday, very pleased with accommodation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 10 nights

    Room furnishings looking a bit worn and old including carpet.

    Pool area was amazing, plenty of space and sun loungers. Pool cleaned every day and area always clean and tidy. View from balcony over pool was excellent. Great location, easy walk to beach and all restaurants. Convenience store across the road and also lovely 20 minute bush walk to Coles supermarket.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2024

    7.0
    Great place to relax and enjoy North Queensland
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Executive Apartment
    • Stayed 12 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms are a little tied and pool doesn’t get a lot of sunshine

    Great holiday Overall it was a very good property and staff were very friendly and accommodating

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2024

    9.0
    Lovely.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Family Apartment
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would be great if the pool was heated but you can’t have everything!

    Fantastic location and area to relax with family.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2024

    8.0
    satisfactory
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 10 nights

    need cleaning utlities at barbaque area

    location

    Stayed in August 2024

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