It takes more than swaying palm trees, a beautiful beach and the blue water to create a special holiday retreat and Alamanda Palm Cove in tropical Queensland knows the secret.

It is the only absolute beachfront resort in the charming village of Palm Cove that offers apartments with direct ocean views, a heated pool and a multi-award winning beachfront restaurant.

Starting with a seamless limousine transfer from Cairns Airport 30 minutes away, a tropical drink and a warm welcome, guests can choose from one, two and three- bedroom apartments with pool or ocean views.

The apartments are family friendly and offer full kitchens with coffee machines, laundry facilities and spacious en-suites.
There are three swimming pools with the beachside adults-only pool fringed with pretty cabanas, while children head to the heated rock pool. A new gym is a great place to work out and a playroom keeps youngsters happy.

Talented chef Nick Holloway who made an appearance on Masterchef a while back, presides over Nu Nu restaurant creating tasty dishes with fresh local ingredients.
Feel like some pampering – then head to the tranquil Alamanda Spa and start with a refreshing hibiscus iced tea. Relax with a gentle seaside massage or treat yourself to the decadent Champagne and Chocolate Indulgence with the sound of waves in the background.

The resort sits at the gateway to the dazzling marine life of the Great Barrier Reef and the glorious Daintree Rainforest is just a short drive away.