Curated luxury hotels in East Coast Australia

Located on a clothing-optional private beach, this resort caters to adults only and the LGBTQIA & ALLIES community, providing safe and enjoyable accommodation in a tropical location. It offers luxurious rooms with private balconies overlooking the ocean or gardens. It features a swimming pool and a hot tub.

All air-conditioned rooms are bright and airy, and feature cane and wood furnishings. Each room has a TV, refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities, as well as water, fruits and a free drink voucher. Most rooms include 42-inch flat-screen TVs.

Turtle Cove Beach Resort - Adults Only LGBTQIA & Allies is located 15 minutes’ drive from the Port Douglas city centre. Mossman Gorge is a 25-minute drive away.

Guests can relax in the clothing-optional hot tub or exercise in the well-equipped fitness centre. The resort shop is the perfect place to purchase a special souvenir to take home.

The Turtle Cove Restaurant serves a range of light lunch options, an extensive à la carte dinner menu, and a barbecue buffet on Sundays. The Sand Bar offers a variety of refreshing cocktails.

“A NEW 'Day in your Life’ at Turtle Cove Beach Resort”
“Your Stay Your Way™” - for the Ultimate Adults-Only Getaway!

Imagine having the freedom to design your own perfect stay - your way - at Turtle Cove Beach Resort. Be as extravagant or budget conscious as your heart desires whilst waking up to the sounds of the waves gently rolling in on the beautiful shoreline, the sun rising over the magnificent Coral Sea.

At Turtle Cove Beach Resort, we offer you the tools to customize your stay for the perfect trip of a lifetime while giving you the flexibility of working within your individual budget.

For our amazing returning guests, please note: Our restaurant & bar will no longer be in full operation, however, below is our trial plan to add value to your stay, while you do things your way, further adding to our social edge & vibe, “Your Stay Your Way™”!

Getting Here:
How will you be arriving? Start your Turtle Cove Beach Resort experience with ease, using our private transfer service.

Once you arrive at Turtle Cove Beach Resort, tap into our car share options for exploring nearby attractions, picking up anything you need, or travel out to Palm Cove or Port Douglas for sight-seeing, both only 20 mins away.
• Private Transfer
• Car SHARE
• Sexy Tours by Valet Vroom

Settle In & Stock Up:
Forgot to grab food or drinks on the way? Not a problem! You can customize your stay by using our online food and drink delivery service for next-day convenience.

Want something extra special? Book an in-house chef to create a personalized dining experience in any area of the venue or maybe a private beach dinner, perfect for groups, celebrations, or simply adding some sparkle to your getaway.
• Have your food & drink mixers delivered
• Get inspired with recipes
• Indulge with a private chef

Forgot something? Don’t stress, we have vending machines onsite with all your meal, snack, mixer and liquid refreshment needs.

Dine Your Way:
Whether you’re cooking solo, as a couple, or with a group, our variety of kitchen options lets you craft your meals to suit your vibe.

Choose from our:
• Beachside BBQ areas for a fun, relaxed outdoor feast
• Boat shed kitchen for a cozy, communal cooking experience
• Open kitchen for simple cooking
• Commercial kitchen for a full gourmet spread

Feeling social? Share recipes, swap cooking tips, and turn meal prep into a party!
• Have your food & drink mixers delivered
• Get inspired with recipes
• Indulge with a private chef



Bar & Entertainment:
Keep it fun by customizing your own drinks in our BYO self-serve bar. Become your own mixologist while your mates dance, laugh, and maybe even test out their moves on the dance pole in the centre of the dance floor. Turtle Cove is all about creating unforgettable memories with your crew and meeting amazing, likeminded people for your special escape. “Your Stay, Your Way™”!

Unwind or Keep the Party Going:
The choice is yours. Whether you want to chill or turn it up, we’ve got options to suit every mood:
• Dive into our large 24-hour pool and spa.
• Hit the gym for a midnight workout.
• Gather around a fire pit on our clothing-optional private beach.
• Jump onto our dance floor & start the vibe
• Drink & dine your way with our many options available
• Order in your personalised massage via our spa room

At Turtle Cove Beach Resort, every moment is tailored to YOU. Relax, recharge, and let loose in a space where everyone is welcome. Unforgettable experiences await.

So, what are you waiting for? Customize your stay and let Turtle Cove Beach Resort be the backdrop for your perfect adults-only escape!

“Your Stay, Your Way”!

With a stay at ibis Mackay in Mackay (South Mackay), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Mackay Basketball Stadium and Harrup Park. This hotel is 2.5 mi (4 km) from BB Print Stadium and 2.6 mi (4.3 km) from Great Barrier Reef Arena.

Situated in Mackay, 200 metres from Far Beach, Ocean International Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Guests can make use of a bar.

The rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. With a private bathroom fitted with a bath and a hairdryer, some rooms at the hotel also boast a balcony. The units have a wardrobe.

BB Print Stadium Mackay is 1.5 km from Ocean International Hotel, while Mackay Entertainment & Convention Centre is 4.2 km from the property. Mackay Airport is 2 km away.

With a stay at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns, you'll be centrally located in Cairns, steps from Cairns Esplanade and within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Central Shopping Centre. This hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Reef Fleet Terminal and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Cairns Private Hospital.

Just 5 minutes’ drive from Rockhampton city centre, Rocky Gardens Motor Inn features an outdoor swimming pool and a restaurant. Guests also enjoy on-site BBQ facilities and a bar.

All rooms and suites offer a flat-screen TV with cable channels, DVD player and tea/coffee making facilities. A refrigerator and microwave are also standard.

Ferns restaurant serves breakfast and dinner every day using local produce. A selection of seafood, steak and pasta dishes are available.

A DVD library is offered at reception. There is free parking on site and free Wi-Fi access in all rooms. A complimentary airport and train station shuttle is available.

Rockhampton Railway Station is 3 minutes’ drive from Rocky Gardens Motel. Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Rockhampton Golf Club are each 5 minutes’ drive away.

Located in Rockhampton (Parkhurst), Casa Nostra Motel is within a 5-minute drive of Limestone Creek Conservation Park and Rockhampton Heritage Village. This motel is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Central Queensland University.

Located in Mackay (West Mackay), Country Plaza Motor Inn is within a 5-minute drive of Caneland Central and Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre. This motel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Jubilee Park and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Bluewater Lagoon.

With a stay at Mayfair Motel Emerald in Emerald, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Rifle Range Nature Refuge and Emerald Botanic Gardens. This casino motel is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Emerald Golf Club and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Central Highlands Visitor Information Centre.

In the heart of Yeppoon, Coral Inn Boutique Resort is within a 5-minute drive of Yeppoon Central Shopping Centre and Capricorn Coast Visitor Information Centre. This luxury hotel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Keppel Kraken and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Yeppoon Golf Club.

Situated just 500 metres from the famous Four Mile Beach, Cayman Villas Port Douglas offers spacious self-catering villas, a refreshing outdoor swimming pool and a relaxing spa pool.

Each of these modern villas has a large living area and spacious private balcony. The kitchens have granite bench-tops and European appliances.

The Cayman Villas provides poolside gazebos and barbecues for casual outdoor dining. Surrounded by tropical gardens, it is an ideal setting for relaxing after a day at the beach.

Cairns Airport is located approximately 1 hour’s drive from the Port Douglas Cayman Villas. An airport shuttle service can be arranged by request. Free on-site car parking is also available.

Cayman Villas will be closed between the 27th January 2025 to 28th February 2025 (inclusive) for onsite property maintenance.

With a stay at Mackay Seabreeze Apartments in Mackay (Slade Point), you'll be a 1-minute drive from Lamberts Beach and 12 minutes from Caneland Central. This beach motel is 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Artspace Mackay and 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Bluewater Lagoon.

With a stay at Route 66 Motor Inn in Emerald, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Emerald Botanic Gardens and Emerald Golf Club. This motel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Central Highlands Visitor Information Centre and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Emerald Hospital.

With a stay at Mercure Cairns, you'll be centrally located in Cairns, just a 4-minute walk from Cairns Esplanade and 8 minutes by foot from Cairns Central Shopping Centre. This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Reef Fleet Terminal and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Cairns Performing Arts Centre.

Enjoy free Wi-Fi and accommodation with a flat-screen TV at Abode37 Motel Emerald. It is located 3 minutes’ walk from the centre of town and offers free undercover parking.

Relax in the comfort of your air-conditioned room, which offers a microwave, electric kettle and a refrigerator. Most have a kitchenette with a stovetop.

Abode37 Motel is 5 minutes’ drive from the Emerald Showground and the lovely Emerald Botanic Gardens. Emerald Airport is 10 minutes’ drive away.

With a stay at 201 Lake Street Apartments, you'll be centrally located in Cairns, steps from Cairns Esplanade and 14 minutes by foot from Cairns Central Shopping Centre. This luxury hotel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Reef Fleet Terminal and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Cairns Private Hospital.

With a stay at Citywalk Motor Inn, you'll be centrally located in Rockhampton – a 5-minute walk from The Cathedral College and a 2-minute drive from Nissan Navara Arena. This motel is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Pilbeam Theatre and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Hillcrest Rockhampton Private Hospital.

With a stay at The Western Heritage Motor Inn in Moranbah, you'll be a 3-minute walk from Binda Park and 8 minutes by foot from Moranbah Fair. This motel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Lions Park and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Moranbah Library.

Located in Mackay (West Mackay), Casa Nostra Motel Mackay is within a 5-minute drive of Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens and Pioneer Valley. This motel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Mackay Base Hospital and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Harrup Park.

When you a stay at Shakespeare Motel in Mackay, you'll be in the suburbs, within a 5-minute walk of Jubilee Park and Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre. This motel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Caneland Central and 0.7 mi (1 km) from Artspace Mackay.

With a stay at Emerald Central Palms Motel in Emerald, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Emerald Hospital and Emerald Racecourse. This motel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Emerald Aquatic Centre and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Emerald Golf Club.