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Reviews of By The Sea Port Douglas 4 stars

72 Macrossan St, 4877 Port Douglas, Australia

#3 of 185 hotels in Port Douglas

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 997 hotel reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.9

  • Facilities

    9.6

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Free WiFi

    9.3

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  • Reviewed: 13 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio Apartment with Partial Sea View - First Floor
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No breakfast

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2024

    10
    Can’t wait to be back
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio Apartment with Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Everything. Free to use bicycles, eskies, golf clubs, beach toys, beach towels and heaps more. Staff super friendly. High chair, bath and portacot in the room ready to go with no charge. Perfect location, quiet, 50m from the sand, 5 mins walk to the pub. Could not fault it. Exceptional.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2024

    10
    The staff is what makes this property so appealing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    The staff went above and beyond to make our stay so pleasurable

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    9.0
    Amazing friendly property & Exceptionally well equipped.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio Apartment with Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Unfortunately the area behind our room has been cleared to make way for a new house. We were only affected by slight noise on the last day. As compensation we received 35% off our stay. Which I thought was a kind gesture. The ladies couldn’t have been more helpful and it not affect the enjoyment of our stay.

    The location, the ladies who worked there, the room, all the information that was provided, use of chairs, inflatables, towels, books games etc. What ever we needed was available to use free of charge. And not forgetting Ryan the dog and his amazing football skills.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    10
    Perfect spot to experience the best of Port Douglas
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio Apartment with Partial Sea View - Second Floor
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Excellent location steps from the beach and in a quiet spot on the main shopping and restaurant area. Staff all lovely and helpful. Bed comfortable and all facilities well maintained.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Floors felt a little sticky.

    Clean rooms, well-maintained. The cooking equipment was great, even oil was provided..

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    9.0
    Great location, everything you need
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Studio Apartment with Partial Sea View - First Floor
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing it was all good.

    This is a home away from home, has everything you need and more. The owners were fabulous, friendly and unintrusive at the same time. Located 3 min walk from the main shopping area which means its quiet at night but conveniently close by.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    10
    Lovely couple of days in paradise
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio Apartment with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent location Parking for large vehicles Friendly staff Amenities +++ I.e. umbrellas, boogie boards, books, games etc Information

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    10
    Celebrating our 24th wedding anniversary with a week away By the Sea Port Douglas was the perfect accomodation choice, t
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio Apartment with Superior Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved everything, we were so surprised it was such good value for money. The girls in reception were always so cheerful and helpful. This is on our list of “we’re going there again”.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    10
    Caters for a range of travellers and experiences.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio Apartment with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    Close to beach and Main Street. A lot of complementary facilities to borrow whilst there to keep the whole family entertained. Staff very friendly and welcoming. Accommodation comfy and very cute.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio Apartment with Superior Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff were so helpful. So many extras provided to make a really fun stay.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio Apartment with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Girls were amazing. Super friendly, helpful and knowledgeable of the area and surrounds. The room was the cleanest I have ever stayed in and the amount of free amenities was unbelievable. They really have thought of everything you could ever want or need when going on holiday. It was like a home away from home. I would definitely stay again if I am ever back in Port Douglas. Thank You x

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    10
    Fantastic, girls did everything to make stay special. Fantastic facilities, can't fault it brilliant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio Apartment with Balcony
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Great location, great facilities, great welcome

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior Studio Apartment with Partial Sea View - Second Floor
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing location with the absolutely nicest staff. So many things to borrow - basically everything you need in towels, beach chairs and even bikes!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    10
    Perfect! ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Studio Apartment with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I have nothing bad to say! It was spotlessly clean, staff were friendly, location was great, ammenities were beyond my expectations!

    From the moment we arrived we were made comfortable and had everything you could ever need for an amazing holiday! Would definitely stay again! I would recommend this accommodation to anyone!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed was Soft

    Staff Location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    9.0
    Great holiday stay on 4 Mile Beach!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio Apartment with Superior Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stairs

    Location, location, location. Short walk to restaurants, shops, and coffee. Super friendly and helpful staff. Anything that one could want for a fun day - beach towels, sand chairs, coolers, bikes, etc., all right there.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    10
    We liked it so much, we returned a week later!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We had a "Cute Cozy" room and it was exactly that; plus very clean and comfortable. The little patio was lovely, the little kitchen was everything we needed, and the decor was fun. We especially appreciated the friendly, accommodating and chill vibe that The Girls at By the Sea have created. They truly care that their guests have a great experience at their place. Check-in was easy and friendly, and they provided super helpful information. What was truly exceptional was the entire room of things that guests were welcome to use; from beach toys to coolers to wagons and even bicycles.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    10
    Absolutely amazing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio Apartment with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We didn’t dislike anything about this property,would definitely stay there again.

    We loved everything about this property,so clean bright and modern.Staff were absolutely amazing,so friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    10
    Fantastic stay!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio Apartment with Superior Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    wish we had more time here. We did not eat at Rattle and Hum and I really wanted to but we ran out of time!

    The place was FANTASTIC! I was nervous about the after hours check in (1am) when no one was there but it could not have been easier! The room was cozy, super clean and you could tell every detail had been attended to. View to the beach was good and you had everything in the room and small kitchen you could need. Tons of fun stuff in the reception area for guests (books, DVD's, bikes, floats, etc). Every employee we spoke to was super nice, welcoming and helpful. Hats off to the ladies!! We loved strolling down the main drag to shop, go to the grocery, and even walk to the marina to get our snorkel trip. I wish we could have stayed longer!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    9.0
    Fabulous spot, already recommended to someone, happily stay again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio Apartment with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The cyclone! ....far too much rain, even the beach was out of bounds!

    Central, lovely helpful friendly staff, loved the pool, very clean and tidy had everything we needed.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    10
    B
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • The Terrace - Superior Two Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing!be

    The location was excellent right by the beach. The apartment and resort was well appointed with many whimsical pieces of artwork and decorations. Very family friendly with lots of equipment that could be borrowed! Wish we had booked a longer stay!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio Apartment with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Leaving

    This place is a treasure! Clean and fresh, playful touches, super close to the beach, friendly hosts and an amazing array of items you can borrow inc beach toys, bikes, eskies, DVDs and books. We will definitely stay here again !

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    8.0
    We had a wonderful stay at By the Sea and would recommend it.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Villa with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, great space, configured the beds exactly as I needed them in each room. Very friendly staff. Good information for how to use all appliances and tv. Beach chairs, games, movies, coolers, etc for use.

    Stayed in April 2024

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