By-the-Sea is the ideal spot if you want great value and a quiet place to relax. The staff were friendly and the many free items available, from books and DVDs to bicycles, deck chairs, and beach towels were a welcome surprise. Being asked to sign a statement acknowledging that this is a quiet resort was a big relief on arrival.... More

Just returned from a 3-night stay at By the Sea. We booked By the Sea due to the availability of free, unlimited, fast (for the area) internet. Also, the ladies who run By the Sea are very responsive over email, which was much appreciated. First, the pros: *Location. Very close to the beach and walking distance from everything in town.... More

Took a punt on this hotel as the last hotel I stayed in Port Douglas got delusions of grandeur and tripled their prices in 3 years. Located 50metres from the beach, with top floor rooms having partial views to the beach - albiet for a few trees along the beach line that can't be helped (although the height did help... More

We just returned from a 5 night stay. Could not have asked for more! My nine year old son and seven year old daughter, never wanted to leave.My daughter actually cried, when it was time to pack and leave. Had a gorgeous and homely seaview superior (room 18). Jodie was fantastic and went out of her way to look after... More

Awesome atmosphere, very relaxing - enjoyed the stay. Very close to town and 4 Mile Beach. Very friendly helpful staff. AND.... the best thing is once you pay for your accommodation most other activities are FREE.

The location is perfect; literally step onto the footpath, turn left and you're 50m away from the beach. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff; all the comforts of home supplied free of charge. Books to read, movies to watch. Towels, beach chairs, ice, eskys for the beach. Bicycles to get around on. Ponchos for the odd shower. I... More

An excellent location, great service and a beautiful room!!! It was a shame we only stayed one night, but alas thats how it is sometimes... But definately a place we would like to come to stay at again for a longer period of time.. The staff were super friendly and went out of their way to make our stay extra... More

After weeks of pouring over reviews (Thank goodness for Trip Advisor!), we decided to try By The Sea. It was the best! Small, fairly quiet, just steps away from the beach, and everything they promised was absolutely true. I had several email conversations with "the girls" prior to arrival and they were SO helpful. I told them we'd be celebrating... More

What a fantastic trip thanks to the girls at By The Sea, they provide everything you need to have a wonderful hassle free holiday, at no charge and no fuss you can get everything for a day at the beach from kids bucket and spade to esky with ice, even iPads. They provide free bikes to get around, free DVD's... More