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Luxury
4.0 star property
9.0

Wonderful

Upscale hotel near Cooktown History Centre

Located close to Eliabeth Guzsely Gallery and James Cook Museum, Sovereign Resort Hotel provides a free roundtrip airport shuttle, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. The on-site restaurant, Balcony, offers breakfast and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a wooden desk with a television, a cabinet, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A neatly made bed with a white textured bedspread, two dark brown pillows, and a dark wooden headboard.

Deluxe Resort Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, dark headboard, and a speckled floor.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 62 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, and a tiled floor.

Resort Room Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A room with two single beds, a ceiling fan, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with blinds.

2 Bedroom Family Apartment

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 62 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, and a view through a sliding door.

Resort Room Twin

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Cooktown is home to Sovereign Resort Hotel. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bicentennial Park and Cooktown Botanic Gardens, while Cooktown History Centre and Eliabeth Guzsely Gallery are cultural highlights. James Cook Museum and Cook's Landing Tourist Centre are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Cooktown travel guide
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128 Charlotte Street, Cooktown, QLD, 4895

What's nearby

  • Eliabeth Guzsely Gallery
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • James Cook Museum
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bicentennial Park
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cook's Landing Tourist Centre
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cooktown Botanic Gardens
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Cooktown, QLD (CTN)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Caritta's Pizzas at the Food Shed
    5 min walk
  • Gilld and Guttd
    8 min walk
  • Restaurant 1770
    9 min walk
  • Top Pub
    5 min walk
  • Driftwood Cafe
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: AUD 4 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Balcony
  • Cafe Bar

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Cafe Bar]
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 4 to 25 per person
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Sovereign Resort Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Sovereign Resort Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sovereign Resort Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sovereign Resort Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Sovereign Resort Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 6:30 AM–6:00 PM on request.

Where is Sovereign Resort Hotel located?

Situated in Cooktown, this hotel is steps from Cooktown History Centre and Eliabeth Guzsely Gallery. James Cook Museum and Bicentennial Park are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Sovereign Resort Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 185 out of 303 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 303 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 303 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 303 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 303 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great stay. Appreciated the upgrade. Excellent service. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay, great rooms and facilities - Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
In centre of town, nice meals reasonable prices.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and good staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a good overnight stay, the pool was nice and pool towels provided. We ate at the adjoining restaurant, the meal was lovely! You have to pay and order at the counter which unfortunately wasn't explained when we were shown to our booked table. The rooms did have a strong wood polish smell. A gorgeous sunset view from our room, facing the main street. Mirrors in the bedrooms would be helpful, the only one was in the bathroom, but overall was a good place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and peaceful - close to dining options, nice pool!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The meals were wonderful best food on our trip facilities were great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing and the facilities lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel for Cooktown

Very nice stay, we asked for a room on a higher floor and were given an upgrade to a delux room which was much appreciated, lovely comfy bed, excellent bathroom and all the amenities you would want
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

kerry

Great location. Restaurant and cafe on site.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location, easy walking around town. Comfy beds, well appointed rooms. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Vic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, quiet and excellent dining options with a well appointed comfortable room. Very nice pool and setting.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cooktown holiday

Lovely and friendly service, clean and comfortable. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nick

Great pool
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cooktown holiday

Lovely and friendly service, clean and comfortable. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Satunya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfy and quiet area
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort in the middle of town,easy walking distance to everything.The staff were all really friendly.The pool was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Ronda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant garden and surroundings. Enjoyed the food in the restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location for easy access to walkway, bowls & RSL Club. Cooktown was an amazing place to visit with so much history. The Sovereign was a real treat to stay at, the amenities were great, clean and tidy-worth the money to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Vic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and facilities, standard room had private patio, so quiet and overlooking a freeform pool, excellent dining options including room service-extended our stay and staff so helpful to keep our same room-top show!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved it. Quiet and peaceful in such a laid back township.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Sovereign Resort is a great place, lovely meals, excellent staff, facilities, restaurants, pool & all areas well kept & overall very professional presentation. We will be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Mattresses so comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024