The Palms at Palm Cove is a hotel destination wedding venue in Palm Cove QLD, Australia, hosting up to 150 guests (Aisle estimate), where a wedding for 80 guests costs about A$29,000 (our estimate), reached from Cairns International Airport (CNS), 50 minutes. Best months: July, August, September, October.
The Palms at Palm Cove
Built in the 1980s as a private beachfront residence, The Palms at Palm Cove has been thoughtfully transformed into a luxury destination wedding venue that preserves its architectural character while offering contemporary hospitality.
About The Palms at Palm Cove
Built in the 1980s as a private beachfront residence, The Palms at Palm Cove has been thoughtfully transformed into a luxury destination wedding venue that preserves its architectural character while offering contemporary hospitality.
Located directly on Palm Cove Beach in Far North Queensland, the property features 32 guest suites and operates with a 4.7/5 Google rating.
The venue transitions from intimate ceremonies on the sand to receptions in climate-controlled spaces with panoramic ocean views.
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Wow what a little gem xx beautiful and peaceful xx definitely a place to stay. Absolutely love palm cove hotel and it’s surroundings xx Anna the host was amazing xx thanks for a lovely stay xxx we will be back ❤️❤️
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Money
- A wedding for 80 guests
- About A$29,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
- Price
- A$150 to A$250 per headAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- CNS, 50 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 32 on-site guest suites allowing wedding parties to stay together
- Direct beachfront access on Palm Cove Beach with unobstructed ocean backdrops
- Indoor and outdoor event spaces accommodating 20–150 guests
- Full-service hotel amenities including restaurant, bar, and concierge
A sample wedding weekend
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- Afternoon / EveningGuest arrivals at The Palms; welcome drinks and dinner
- 10:00 AMCeremony on the beach or in beachfront pavilion
- 12:00 PMCocktail hour and photo sessions
- 2:00 PMReception dinner and dancing
- 10:00 AMFarewell brunch; guest departures
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- CNS · about 50 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Cairns International Airport.
- Weather window
- July – October
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 0493 027 331
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Questions about the venue
Can we have the ceremony on the beach?+
Yes. The Palms offers beachfront ceremony setups with the Coral Sea as your backdrop. Beach permits are arranged by the venue.
What's included in wedding packages?+
Packages typically include venue hire, catering, beverages, accommodation discounts for guests, and event coordination. Contact the venue directly for current pricing and customization options.
How many guests can the venue accommodate?+
The Palms can host ceremonies and receptions for 20–150 guests across multiple indoor and outdoor spaces.
What's the nearest airport?+
Cairns International Airport (CNS) is approximately 50 km south, roughly a 50-minute drive.
Can guests stay at the venue?+
Yes. The property includes 32 suites with ocean views, making it ideal for multi-day celebrations where out-of-town guests can stay on-site.
Could this be your venue?
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.