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4.8 out of 5

"We had a great stay and will be back again " More

By a verified traveller on Mon 18 Mar 2024

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Hotel Description

By The Sea Port Douglas places you in the center of Port Douglas, within a short 5-minute stroll of Four Mile Beach and Macrossan Street. Highlights at this beach aparthotel include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi.

Each apartment is individually decorated and features a Smart TV with cable channels, along with free wired internet, an iPod dock, and a DVD player. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a refrigerator, a microwave, and a stovetop. A Tempur-Pedic bed and premium bedding welcome you to a good night's rest, and other nice touches include free toiletries. A TV, a rice cooker, and a pillow menu are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.

This smoke-free aparthotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a library, and a terrace. Other amenities include free use of bicycles, laundry facilities, and in-room fitness. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle.

Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-star Port Douglas aparthotel include Anzac Park and Sugar Wharf.

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Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
NZ$184* Per night/room 26 Apr. - 27 Apr.

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By The Sea Port Douglas ratings based on 159 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.8 out of 5 5.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for By The Sea Port Douglas

Everyone (63) Couples (70) Family (21)
5 out of 5
We had a great stay and will be back again

Posted by on 18 Mar. 2024

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4 out of 5
The staff were amazing, and always helpful and easy to chat too. My husband had some difficultly with the stairs. Parking underneath was hard to sort out

Posted by on 11 Mar. 2024

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5 out of 5
Fabulous location, great friendly staff who are very accommodating Has everything you need from esky’s to beach chairs Easy walk into town centre or beach Loved our stay here would definitely recommend and I will be back

Posted by on 25 Feb. 2024

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5 out of 5
very nice reception staff very nice service like reminding weather condition,road condition etc. sort of concerns. perfect location to 4 miles beach and downtown. just lacking of a smalk elevator to the 3rd floor.

Posted by on 21 Jan. 2024

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5 out of 5
Staff were so friendly and helpful. Excellent position close to beach, walking trails and shops. So much equipment to borrow, loved riding bikes on beach. Can’t wait to come back.

Posted by on 3 Sep. 2023

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5 out of 5
Close to 4 mile beach and the shopping precinct all in walking distance. Friendly staff and a puppy that can play soccer with you 😁

Posted by on 20 Jul. 2023

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5 out of 5
Location good. Small, but well appointed. Staff friendly.

Posted by on 10 May 2023

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5 out of 5
Great equipped kitchen. Staff were so friendly and happy to help with any queries. Free bike hire, DVDs and all beach equipment.

Posted by on 1 May 2023

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5 out of 5
This place has everything you will need for a self contained holiday, every need has been thought of. Great location!

Posted by on 19 Jan. 2023

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5 out of 5
The girls have thought of every necessity to make your stay comfortable. Very friendly and helpful staff

Posted by on 15 Jan. 2023

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Property Features

Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at By The Sea Port Douglas like an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. This Art Deco aparthotel also offers a garden and a terrace. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of By The Sea Port Douglas was completed in May 2017. This 4-star Port Douglas aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • DVD player

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Parking

Free self parking , Parking (limited spaces) , Free parking nearby

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

By The Sea Port Douglas offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and DVD players. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Tempur-Pedic beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Port Douglas aparthotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. 50-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include rice cookers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided on request.

  • In-room kitchen
  • Tempur-Pedic beds
  • IPod dock
  • HD television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Netflix
  • DVD player
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Stove
  • Rice cooker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenware
  • Luxury bedding
  • Pillow options
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Blackout drapes
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • In-room fitness

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 1:30 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 3:30 PM

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 front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 3:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Guests arriving after 3:30 PM will find a letter for them on the Late Arrivals notice board at the reception, containing their check-in instructions.

By The Sea Port Douglas offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation 48 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM.
Guests arriving after 3:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 2 weeks before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • No lifts
  • Front desk opens daily at 8:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 3:30 PM
  • Debit cards
  • Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Guest will receive an email before arrival 2 weeks
  • Property uses a professional cleaning service
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 52 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: AUD 25 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)
  • Housekeeping fee: AUD 40 per day; may vary based on length of stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Sea Apartment Port Douglas
  • Sea Port Douglas
  • By The Sea Port Douglas Hotel Port Douglas
  • Sea Port Douglas Apartment
  • By The Sea Douglas Douglas
  • By The Sea Port Douglas Aparthotel
  • By The Sea Port Douglas Port Douglas
  • By The Sea Port Douglas Aparthotel Port Douglas

National Rating

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.