We are a mature couple who spent 6 weeks on our first visit to Australia in Dec/Jan. We decided to base ourselves in Palm Cove, North Queensland and booked through Mercury Direct a package inc. flights. After the trial of a long haul flight we were delighted when we arrived at our home from home for 6 weeks at Marlin... more

We have just returned from a wonderful 3 week stay at this apartment property. I can't speak too highly of the property and of the managers. Our apartment was very clean and comfortable and was fully equipped with everything you might need. More than that though, I don't think there is a property in Palm Cove in a better location.... more

This has to be the best value and best located holiday apartments in Palm Cove. Why pay more than $250 per night at the resorts when you can get a lovely 1 bedroom apartment where you have uninterupted views of the beach, which is directly across the esplanade. This was perfect for my wife and I with our 4 month... more

We have just spent 7 nights staying here and were not impressed with the overall condition of the unit. It was the little things that let it down. The quilt/doona cover needed replacing, the additional blanket had holes in it and needed washing. The curtains weren't properly fitted, they hung on the floor. In the living area, the cane furniture... more

We stayed in the Coral Sea Beachfront Apartment, looked in Marlin Waters Apartment. Top floor of Marlin Waters. wonderful apartment well stocked with all the things you need - full kitchen and laundry if required. Lovely balcony to look out at the birds in the trees and the sea. Great staff who were happy to advise on trips and things... more

We spent 5 nights at Marlin Waters in January of 2007. This is not a luxury hotel, but suited our needs perfectly. We were in a second floor, very clean, apartment with an excellent ocean view The "room" is a fully self-contained one bedroom apartment providing meal and laundry flexibility. This apartment had the best television of twelve accomodations we... more