these are spacious holiday apartments in a secluded beachside location, just metres from the beautiful 4 mile beach and minutes from the port douglas village centre. with tours of the great barrier reef and daintree rainforest daily from your doorstep, port douglas is australia at its finest. fringed by the spectacular reef and world heritage-listed rainforests, the township is a delightful blend of modern style and tradition charm.

port douglas is located on the tropical north queensland coast, just a 50 minute drive from cairns and the international airport.

an ideal base for visiting the great barrier reef and daintree rainforest, this contemporary resort provides comfortable accommodation in the popular coastal resort of port douglas. conveniently located close to the area’s amenities and landmarks, such as four mile beach (400 metres), the meridian at port douglas is also within an hour’s drive of cairns and an ideal starting point for day excursions, including safaris and diving. all of the meridian’s self-contained apartments are situated on upper levels of the resort and feature a small balcony. they are suitable for up to 2 adults and are equipped with one queen-size bed and a fully-fitted kitchenette.

picturesque port douglas, is the hub of the region, just a short drive north of cairns international airport along a spectacular scenic coastal drive. you will love port douglas’ natural beauty and excellent year round climate. its has a relaxed seaside village ambience which blends in with the vibrant atmosphere of tropical style and sophistication. visitors over the years have made port douglas one of their favourite international destinations. port douglas is situated at the end of a peninsula, the tranquil waters of a natural harbour on one side of the village embrace a lively marina. the other side of the peninsula stretches the breathtaking sandy sweep of beautiful four mile beach. you can soak up the sunshine on the beach, stroll among the village shops, galleries, historic buildings and the seaside sunday market. play a round of golf, visit a rainforest wildlife centre, relax over sundowner drinks at a boardwalk café, or dine on a delicious tropical dinner at one of the many fine restaurants port douglas is the closest gateway to the great barrier reef. a natural wonder abundant with incredible biodiversity. colourful coral gardens of every shape and form, home to an abundant array of tropical marine life. there’s a reef tour to suit every style, making it so easily accessible that everyone can experience this extraordinary underwater world. the world heritage rainforests are also within easy reach of port douglas. the lush green coastal strip of the daintree, cape tribulation region to the north of port douglas is home to some of the oldest forests in the world and is a treasure trove of rare plant and animal species.

a haven of relaxation, this luxurious resort is nestled amid 15 acres of tropical gardens, just a short stroll from four mile beach and a 2-minute drive from port douglas. the rendezvous reef resort provides comfort, space and tranquillity in each of its two-storey villas. with 110 m² of living space, each villa features a fully-fitted kitchen, bathroom and a choice of one, two or three bedrooms. offering 3 lagoon-style pools, a lap pool and a gym, you'll never want to leave the resort. yet, if you want to explore the surroundings, the hotel is ideally situated at the meeting point of 2 world heritage sites - the great barrier reef and daintree rainforest.

stroll for 2 minutes and you are on the famous 4 mile beach. directly opposite is a convenient shopping centre, including restaurants. all tour operators pick up from our door and can take you to the wonders of this area. the charming village of port douglas is close by. places of interest nearby - the world-renowned great barrier reef, daintree rainforest, atherton tablelands and lots of adventure activites.

situated an hour north of cairns and only 10 minutes from port douglas, hotel mai tai resort is an exclusive, adults-only retreat perched high on a mountain top and nestled amongst five acres of private lush tropical surroundings. catering for a maximum of only 8 discerning guests at any one time, mai tai offers complete privacy, making it the perfect destination for romance-seekers, honeymooners and special occasion guests. guests will stay in a beautiful balinese-style setting with spectacular views across the daintree rainforest, thornton's peak and newell beach. on-site features include wireless internet access throughout (surcharge) and a saltwater swimming pool. providing outstanding hospitality and valuable local knowledge, mai tai hosts speak english, german, spanish and italian.

after an hour's drive from cairns, along breath taking coastal roads, you will arrive at the rendezvous reef resort hotel, port douglas. this 4 star great barrier reef resort hotel is excellently positioned for discovering the natural wonders of the coral sea, as well as the daintree and cape tribulation tropical rain forests, all of which are world heritage sites. within this tropical paradise, residents forget the stresses of daily life while on a tropical get away or on a fun-packed family holiday. while staying in one of the rendezvous reef resort hotel's luxury villas, you can choose to laze around the sparkling waters of the pool area and the lush tropical gardens, enjoy a bbq or venture out to explore this magical corner of australia by car or by bike, both available for hire from the hotel. 2 tennis courts, a state-of-the-art gym and pitch and putt golf course are just a few of the superb facilities on offer, providing endless occasions for keeping fit and competitive fun. there is also a resort gift shop on site, restaurant and bar. get back to nature and revitalise your mind, body and soul!