Name: Mantra Amphora
Address: 49-63 Williams Esplanade, Cairns, Queensland, Australia, Cairns, Queensland, AU
Price range: US$150–US$214 per night
Rating: 8.33

What guests think

Mantra Amphora is praised for its beachfront location, walkability to restaurants, a large clean pool and well-kept grounds, and spacious apartments with balconies or ocean/pool views, with many guests highlighting friendly, helpful staff and a relaxed atmosphere.

However, several reviews note no elevator and many stairs, and that some rooms are dated or have maintenance issues. Guests also mention firm beds, noise from neighbouring rooms, occasional Wi-Fi or TV limitations, and uncomfortable pool loungers. Expect a beachfront stay with great pool time and convenient dining nearby, but check room type and access needs.

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Facilities

The lagoon-style pool and grounds are a highlight, but multiple reviews mention no elevator and many stairs. Some also report uncomfortable pool loungers and patchy or paid Wi-Fi.

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8

Tim

22 Aug 2024

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Stayed 10 nights

Good facilities. Comfortable apartment with good appointments. Unfortunately, no wifi despite advertised and a tv that kept rebooting. Reported but staff unable to rectify.

6

Alexandra

28 Mar 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Main issue is there is no lift and some rooms, like mine, are 3 floors up. This is very inconvenient of you have large bags.

10

Marissa

6 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Our room was right on the beach — beautiful, comfortable and perfectly located. If I had to be particular, it was slightly dated, but certainly nothing that would deter me from staying here again. The pool area was spotless and absolutely stunning. We’ll definitely be back!

10

Darren

7 Apr 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Very well kept resort and great pool

10

adam

14 Jan 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

The staff & the rooms are very well presented. I find having to pay for slow to medium wifi disappointing, especially when already paying a significant amount for the accomodation. The pool is nice but there is no shade for people while in the pool, especially for children. I raised this very same topic over 8 years ago & yet nothing has been done.

8

David

11 Jun 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

The hotel is nice, BUT there is no elevator/lift so if your room is on floor 3 you are carrying your bags up and down. The resturant adjacent to the the hotel is very, very good but not cheap. The view from the room/balcony was good, noting some room views do not look as great.

10

Helen

18 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Accommodation was clean & extremely spacious, the pool was well needed & kept clean with great childrens area & plenty of room to swim. great for relaxing with plenty of seating & sunbeds. Staff were incredibly friendly & very accommodating with enquiries. Really enjoyed our stay and would come back without hesitation.

6

Fanny

11 Apr 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Having stayed in many Mantra properties, I was really surprised by this one. While Mantra Amphora looks charming from the outside, it’s in serious need of some love and updates. The pool area is spacious and attractive, but the plastic lounge chairs were uncomfortable and had no cushions — you’ll need a few towels just to make it bearable. The room was a letdown. The jacuzzi barely worked, the bathroom fixtures were old, the tap leaked, the toilet seat was loose, and the flush was worn out. The “coffee fridge” area was fine, and the bed, while firm, was still comfortable. The TV wasn’t smart and had limited options — not a big deal for me, but worth noting. The worst part was the noise. I could hear everything — people watching TV next door, toilets flushing above — the walls are paper-thin. On the positive side, the staff were lovely, especially the woman at check-in, and I appreciated being able to use the back bathroom for a good shower before leaving. Sadly, this stay didn’t meet the standard I’ve come to expect from Mantra. With some care and updates, it could be great — but it’s not there yet.

10

Emma

2 May 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

Great family friendly place to stay, with a beautiful esplanade to enjoy and walk along and multiple dining options within a 5 minute walk.

8

Roger

19 Sept 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Seriously Uncomfortable sunbeds around pool

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Cleanliness

Rooms and common areas are generally clean and well kept. There are occasional complaints about pests or worn/unclean bathroom or crockery items.

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Andre

12 Aug 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Wouldn’t recommend, and this place was not a “4 star” hotel. Was meant to be an ocean view room, all we had a view of was the back service area of the restaurant next door. The air con didn’t work properly, the toilet seat was broken and the bathroom extremely rusty and grotty. Despite being a “hotel room” and not an apartment set up there was no daily servicing of the room.

10

Lisa

30 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, quiet and great location and faculties. The check in and check out is always quick and easy.

8

Barbara

29 Apr 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Our stay at Amphora was pleasurable. The unit was clean, largish for 2 people. We had a nice view of pool area. Only disappointment was crockery not very clean, old and mis-matched. There were plenty of wine / beer glasses! Mantra is in z very good position at Palm Cove, close to everything.

6

Kerry

21 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

cockroaches in room very big ones

10

Helen

18 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Accommodation was clean & extremely spacious, the pool was well needed & kept clean with great childrens area & plenty of room to swim. great for relaxing with plenty of seating & sunbeds. Staff were incredibly friendly & very accommodating with enquiries. Really enjoyed our stay and would come back without hesitation.

10

Lauren

31 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was lovely and clean, very large, nicely refreshed and renovated (much nicer than the pictures). What a bargain. Would stay again.

10

Lisa

20 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Another fabulous stay! Excellent service and amenities. The room was very clean and very quiet. Everything and more was provided for an another fabulous return visit. We can’t wait to stay at the Mantra Amphora again soon.

8

Casey

15 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were very friendly and helpful and room was clean and comfy

10

Leanne

23 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean and spacious! And the view from the balcony was fantastic!

10

Lauren

12 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We had a wonderful stay at the Mantra Amphora. Our apartment was very clean, spacious and had everything we needed for a nice stay. We could use the pool area and restrooms after our checkout which was very useful.

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Rooms

Apartments are spacious and comfortable with balconies and ocean or pool views. Some units feel dated, with firm beds, noise transfer, and occasional Wi-Fi or TV limitations.

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Lily

18 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Really stunning room. But why no smart tv functions like netflix / stan / anything! Just satellite tv is so old school these days!!

8

Tim

22 Aug 2024

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Stayed 10 nights

Good facilities. Comfortable apartment with good appointments. Unfortunately, no wifi despite advertised and a tv that kept rebooting. Reported but staff unable to rectify.

8

Josephine

13 Aug 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

I always stay at Mantra Amphora Palm Cove, I’ve never tried anywhere else as always happy there. Having said that, the quality of the room/apartment on each visit has been a mixed bag. The one bedroom apartment, 815A, was outstanding! Poolside no less! It could have been a tad cleaner, but the bed was super comfy, it had a full sized kitchen and plenty of lounges and a dining table. Also well stocked with crockery and utensils. Palm Cove is gorgeous, beach across the road and loads of amazing restaurants to choose from. There is a frequent bus service to and from the city if required. Word of advice, if self catering there is a small local supermarket but HUGELY expensive! I saw loads of Mantra holiday makers having online food delivery from Coles and would do the same next time. Hope this is helpful!

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Fanny

11 Apr 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Having stayed in many Mantra properties, I was really surprised by this one. While Mantra Amphora looks charming from the outside, it’s in serious need of some love and updates. The pool area is spacious and attractive, but the plastic lounge chairs were uncomfortable and had no cushions — you’ll need a few towels just to make it bearable. The room was a letdown. The jacuzzi barely worked, the bathroom fixtures were old, the tap leaked, the toilet seat was loose, and the flush was worn out. The “coffee fridge” area was fine, and the bed, while firm, was still comfortable. The TV wasn’t smart and had limited options — not a big deal for me, but worth noting. The worst part was the noise. I could hear everything — people watching TV next door, toilets flushing above — the walls are paper-thin. On the positive side, the staff were lovely, especially the woman at check-in, and I appreciated being able to use the back bathroom for a good shower before leaving. Sadly, this stay didn’t meet the standard I’ve come to expect from Mantra. With some care and updates, it could be great — but it’s not there yet.

10

Barbara

21 Nov 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The condo was more than we expected! Spacious, beautifully appointed and everything we needed. The covered balcony was an added bonus.

8

Stephen

4 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The bed was hard/firm & difficult to get to sleep. Were told at reception all rooms had the same bed. Apart from this had an enjoyable stay & love coming to Palm Cove.

10

Lisa

9 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Fantastic room with great ocean views for a romantic getaway. The room was very clean and comfortable. Excellent customer service.

8

Deborah

18 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff are wonderful the rooms are in need of a freshen up as they are dated.

10

Leanne

23 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean and spacious! And the view from the balcony was fantastic!

8

Narelle

5 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The Mantra was nice, pool great. Only issue is the noise transfers through the ceiling so I could hear a lot from upstairs

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly and helpful, with smooth check-ins, upgrades, and early check-in accommodated. A few reviews report limited housekeeping, no luggage assistance, or issues not resolved promptly.

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Lisa

31 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The customer service provided, the fabulous room and early check in were much appreciated during our weekend away. Our favourite place to stay, we can’t wait to return. Always relaxing and a fantastic place to stay!

8

Darrin

8 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

A few things broken and not working in the room but where fixed the next day

10

Peter

13 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was lovely and the reception staff went out of their way to accommodate us.

8

Ian

24 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

great service and enjoyed our stay, they upgraded our accomadation

10

Mandy

2 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic position and great service

10

Lisa

20 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Another fabulous stay! Excellent service and amenities. The room was very clean and very quiet. Everything and more was provided for an another fabulous return visit. We can’t wait to stay at the Mantra Amphora again soon.

8

Casey

15 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were very friendly and helpful and room was clean and comfy

6

Jennifer

31 Jul 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

There is no service after check in. Do not expect help with your luggage. There is no room service of the bed linen etc unless you stay for 8 days or more. If you have mobility issues check which level you’re on as there are no lifts. Pool is nice.

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Trevor

30 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property itself was very good. We arrived late and checked in. The toilet in our room was not working. I tried ringing down to reception but the phones were out of order. There was another number to ring but it would not connect me to reception. When I walked down to reception, the person there was not helpful suggesting that it was our fault (Are you pressing just one button at a time!!). When I said I couldn't connect to reception, he just looked at his phone and said "I don't have any missed calls". We were told every room was booked and we couldn't change. By midday the next day it was fixed, but it was not handled at all well initially.

10

Michael

25 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic staff who helped me out with an error I had made on my booking, very approachable and friendly

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Location

Excellent spot on the Palm Cove esplanade, directly across from the beach and an easy walk to restaurants and shops. One reviewer noted it’s far from Cairns city and the Reef Terminal.

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Judy

24 Nov 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great location opposite beach. Overlooking pool. Very nice

10

Chris

21 May 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Loved this Resort,you can hear the waves breaking on the beach.The pool is cleaned everyday and is impeccable. Get out of Cairns and STAY here. Catch bus to Cairns half hour away and so cheap,bring your Seniors card if you have one.brillant pubs and clubs with pick up free buses.

10

Sandra

25 Oct 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Loved the hotel - clean, convenient, self sufficient. Beach just across the road and went swimming in the flagged area. Good food on offer at restaurants/cafes in easy walking distance.

10

Lesley

20 Sept 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

It was lovely being so close to the beach and eateries. So great to have such a beautiful pool and surrounds. And our room was in a quiet spot. Very relaxing.

10

Lisa Rogers

9 Apr 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice property but far from the city and Reef Terminal in Cairns. Property could recommend closer options for water sports. I ended up renting a car once I realized how far it was from the Cairns Marlin Marina. The property did not have an elevator make sure you can carry you bags the 3 plus flights Palm Cove is quaint. The restaurants in the area walkable from the property.

10

Rani

5 Dec 2022

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Stayed 19,330 nights

Great location. Very clean and neat

10

Emma

2 May 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

Great family friendly place to stay, with a beautiful esplanade to enjoy and walk along and multiple dining options within a 5 minute walk.

10

Leanne

12 Jun 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We had a beautiful apartment with a patio and lounge room that overlooked the beach. A very comfortable stay at the Mantra which was right in the heart of shops and restaurants in Palm Cove. Perfect!

10

Richard

8 Oct 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Centrally located

10

Maree

3 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Smooth check in with reception. Excellent directions. Great location. Restaurants near by. View of the beach.

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Month	Average price
January	US$151
February	US$133
March	US$143
April	US$141
May	US$137
June	US$156
July	US$209
August	US$221
September	US$186
October	US$171
November	US$142
December	US$144

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $152	2 $177	3 $214
4 $214	5 $176	6 $164	7 $152	8 $153	9 $164	10 $164
11 $195	12 $195	13 $195	14 $214	15 $214	16 $214	17 $194
18 $152	19 $153	20 $152	21 $153	22 $153	23 $153	24 $153
25 $153	26 $152	27 $153	28 $153	29 $153	30 $153	31 $152

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Two-Bedroom Ocean Dual Key

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Three-Bedroom Ocean Dual Key

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27 $174	28 $161	29 $150	30 $153