Port Douglas Accommodation Guide: Resorts, Apartments and Prices
Port Douglas is the premium alternative to Cairns — a small, sophisticated resort town 70km north of Cairns with direct Great Barrier Reef access, the Daintree Rainforest an hour away, and a higher-end accommodation offering than Cairns. If Cairns is where backpackers and budget travellers base themselves, Port Douglas is where couples and families go when they want a more curated tropical experience. ## Port Douglas vs Cairns: which is right for you? **Choose Port Douglas if:** - You want a relaxed, boutique resort atmosphere over a busy tourist city - You prefer Four Mile Beach over Cairns E