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By The Sea Port Douglas

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A sign for a hotel with amenities including ocean views, a quiet location, full kitchens, fast internet, sky sport & movie channels, free beach towels & chairs, and a heated pool. - By The Sea Port Douglas (Port Douglas)
A modern living room with white sofas, blue cushions, a glass coffee table, and a large window with a view of greenery. - By The Sea Port Douglas (Port Douglas)
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. - By The Sea Port Douglas (Port Douglas)
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a balcony with chairs, and a ceiling fan. - By The Sea Port Douglas (Port Douglas)
A beach with palm trees and a clear view of the ocean. - By The Sea Port Douglas (Port Douglas)
Located close to Four Mile Beach and Macrossan Street, By The Sea Port Douglas provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

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View all photos for Superior Apartment, Sea Views

A beach with palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.

Superior Apartment, Sea Views

  • Sea view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Superior Apartment, Partial Sea Views

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a view, and a ceiling fan.

Superior Apartment, Partial Sea Views

  • Partial sea view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for By the Sea Standard Apartments

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and a balcony with outdoor furniture.

By the Sea Standard Apartments

  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Studio with Patio

A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a bathroom visible in the background.

Studio with Patio

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for The Terrace - Superior 2 Bedroom

A modern living room with white sofas, a coffee table, a TV, and artwork on the walls.

The Terrace - Superior 2 Bedroom

  • 89 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Loft 2 Story - Superior 2 Bedroom

A hotel room with a large bed, two nightstands, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Loft 2 Story - Superior 2 Bedroom

  • 75 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Studio Apartment for 4 People

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a balcony with curtains, and a ceiling fan.

Studio Apartment for 4 People

  • Garden view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Sadie s Den Superior 1 Bedroom apartment

A modern living room with a round dining table, a sofa, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

Sadie s Den Superior 1 Bedroom apartment

  • 62 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Seaside Seclusion 2 bedroom apartment

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a balcony with chairs, and a ceiling fan.

Seaside Seclusion 2 bedroom apartment

  • Partial sea view
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Superior Studio with Partial Ocean Views

A balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

Superior Studio with Partial Ocean Views

  • Partial ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for The Canopy - One Bedroom Apartment

A hotel room with a large bed, two nightstands, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

The Canopy - One Bedroom Apartment

  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for The Terrace Superior 1 bedroom apartment

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a wardrobe, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

The Terrace Superior 1 bedroom apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 89 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

Located in Port Douglas, By The Sea Port Douglas is in the city center and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Four Mile Beach and Anzac Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina. Don't miss out on a visit to Wildlife Habitat. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Port Douglas travel guide
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Map
72 Macrossan Street, Port Douglas, QLD, 4877

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a clear blue sea, a sandy beach, and lush green hills in the background.
    Four Mile Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A street lined with trees decorated with lights, a bar named 'IRON BAR', and parked cars.
    Macrossan Street
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A marina building with a sign reading "Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina Port Douglas".
    Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A coastal landscape with a white building on stilts, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
    Sugar Wharf
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Port Village Shopping Centre
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
    65 min drive

Restaurants

  • Paddy's Irish Pub & Grill
    8 min walk
  • N17 burger co
    7 min walk
  • Zinc Port Douglas
    2 min walk
  • Rattle n' Hum
    5 min walk
  • Jungle Fowl
    11 min walk

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Sandy beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Pool loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM on request
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • High chair
  • Pool gate

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Bedrooms

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player
  • Library
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Housekeeping (on request) (for a fee)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a shopping district
  • In the city center
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Workout equipment
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 24 units
  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Water dispenser

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 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), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 56 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: AUD 28 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)
  • Housekeeping fee: AUD 40 per day; may vary based on length of stay

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 onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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 By The Sea Port Douglas have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is By The Sea Port Douglas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at By The Sea Port Douglas?

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at By The Sea Port Douglas?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does By The Sea Port Douglas provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6:00 AM–7:00 PM on request. A fee of AUD 56 per person applies.

Where is By The Sea Port Douglas located?

Located in the heart of Port Douglas, this beach aparthotel is steps from Four Mile Beach and Macrossan Street. Anzac Park and Sugar Wharf are also within 15 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

By The Sea Port Douglas Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 613 out of 744 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 744 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 744 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 744 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 744 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Property was well located, clean and had everything we needed. The front desk host was very friendly and helpful with recommendations, etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This is the place to stay in Port Douglas. Everything is fabulous about By The Sea but it is the staff who make your holiday the absolute best. Friendly, cheerful, helpful, nothing is too much trouble. The accommodation is excellent & everything is there for you to have a wonderful holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
I cannot recommend staying here enough. I was so SO happy with the stay. All amenities were catered for, the staff were wonderful and the facilities were 11/10 Thank you so much for an excellent stay
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
very friendly staff and amenities is nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We loved our four night stay. Staff very friendly and helpful. The room was very clean. We would go back and stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property, staff wonderful. Right at the beach but also close to good dining.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Property was very clean, close to 4 mile beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Excellent location. two minute walk to the beach and on the same street as all the restaurants and shops. Our room was super clean when we arrived and I was pleasantly surprised that there was a wand in the shower. The staff were so very friendly and helpful. My only negative comment would be that there are no electrical outlets by the night stands (at least in our room). We had to run an extension cord from the other side of the room to the night stand so that I could use my cpap machine for sleeping. Otherwise, everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
By The Sea Port Douglas is a very friendly and excellent place to stay in Port Douglas. It’s location, right off 4 Mile Beach is very unique, and the staff, rooms and ambiance of the hotel made our stay there very enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The whole stay was great very close to everything and staff where great well done.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff were amazing, room was spotless and the facility had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Lovely Staff, great place. Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Location, friendly helpful staff and cleanliness.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice Very helpful great referral’s on what to do an eat in port Douglas
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great friendly hotel next to beach

Nice local motel next to the beach, excellent and helpful staff, short stroll to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The staff was super friendly! The room was well equipped and spotless. Loved all the beach goodies they had an available for use.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved this property and the staff were super helpful. We will be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Walking distance to water and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean room, great service even for late arrival.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Enjoyed our stay. Right on the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location is perfect for going to Four Miles Beach and most restaurants and shops are within walking distance. Staff is friendly and communicating well.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
friendly staff, well located right next to the beach and 2 mins walk to main street for dining and grocery
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

By the Sea scores highly

Great stay. Friendly hosts and great facilities.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Probably the nicest boutique hotel that I have stayed at.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Very nice place and the people are amazing, thank you!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025