Mantra Amphora Palm Cove

Mantra Amphora Palm Cove is a four-star apartment hotel at 49 Williams Esplanade, directly across from the beach and the Coral Sea. Its position places guests within easy reach of Palm Cove’s shops, cafés and restaurants, with Vivo immediately nearby and several other dining options a short walk along the esplanade. Cairns International Airport is about 24 kilometres away, making the resort a practical base for a coastal stay north of Cairns.

Accommodation ranges from hotel rooms to one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, including options with balconies and ocean or sea views. The larger apartments can sleep up to seven people, while the one-bedroom options accommodate up to three, giving couples, families and small groups some flexibility. The apartments are self-contained, and the combination of separate bedrooms and living space makes them suited to guests who want more room than a standard hotel room.

The main leisure feature is a large free-form lagoon pool, designed with shaded coves and nooks among the palm trees. There is also a heated spa and a wading pool for children, creating a relaxed setting for swimming and downtime without leaving the property. Complimentary parking is available subject to availability, although spaces have a 2.2-metre height restriction. The hotel is non-smoking, air-conditioned and does not allow pets.

Mantra Amphora suits travellers who want Palm Cove’s beachside setting and nearby dining within a resort-style property. Families are well catered for by the apartment layouts and children’s pool, while couples can choose a smaller room or apartment and spend time around the lagoon. Larger apartments provide a practical option for a group holiday. The property holds a 4.2 Google rating from 562 reviews, while the supplied hotel listing records a 4.4/5 guest rating from 1,296 reviews.