March 14, 2022
Pet Friendly Port Douglas
After you have enjoyed the stunning 55-minute coastal drive from Cairns, you will arrive at Port Douglas. Many of the bars and cafes allow pets to accompany their owners, and there are some good accommodation options to choose from too. Read on to find out more about pet friendly Port Douglas.
Pet-Friendly Accommodation
Tropic Breeze Caravan Park
Set in a tropical garden, this park always books out fast due to its excellent location, friendly staff and well-maintained amenities.
Pets are not allowed in the unpowered section, tents, camp kitchen, pool, and units. When you make a reservation please inform the staff of the type of pet you have and how many – there are only allowed a certain number of pets in the park. Pets on a leash at all times and as usual it is asked that you don’t leave pets unattended.
24 Davidson Street, Port Douglas 4877
T 07 4099 5299
Executive Retreats
Pets are permitted at select premium holiday retreats in Port Douglas and Tropical North Queensland.
Offering a premium portfolio of beachfront houses and villas, luxury and lifestyle retreats and resort-style apartments, they offer an unprecedented standard and service to their clients.
Contact for further details if bringing pets to Executive Retreats.
T 07 4098 1418
Bali Hai 3 Sorrento
This comfortable 2 bedroom cottage/beach house that sleeps up to 4 people is eco-friendly. The house has a double bedroom, twin bedroom, two-way bathroom, lounge/dining, kitchen, and full laundry. While pets are allowed, they are not to go on furniture or in bedrooms. There is a large back garden with barbeque and table and chairs, and only a 2-3 minute stroll to 4 Mile Beach or approximately 250 metres
Pink Flamingo
Well-behaved pets are welcome to the award-winning resort in Port Douglas. Pink Flamingo offers 10 unique 1-bedroom private garden villas and 2 garden studios, which are set in beautiful tropical gardens with sculptures and brightly decorated surroundings. Enjoy lounging in a hammock, swimming in the large pool or walking to Four Mile Beach. For other pets check with management first.
115 Davidson Street, Port Douglas 4877
T 07 4099 4571
Newell Beach Caravan Park & Holiday Units
This pet-friendly park is located 15 minutes away from Port Douglas and offers 30 shaded powered sites, salt-water swimming pool, communal BBQ area with TV, free book exchange and a modern amenities block with laundry. The units are protected and many people use the covered area as an extended living area when staying – it is preferred that larger pets stay here. Please bring a litter tray for cats.
Marine Parade, Newell Beach 4873
T 07 4098 1331
Mossman Leisure Park
Guests staying at the park have access to a swimming pool and gymnasium. Pets are welcome to stay as long as they are not left unattended and are with their owners at all times. Animals must be kept quiet and are prohibited from the camp kitchen, beer garden, and laundry area.
Corner Foxton Avenue & Park Street, Mossman 4873
T 07 4098 2627
Pet-Friendly Cafes & Pubs
While in town, a visit to the Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina is a “must” and many of Port Douglas’s cafes welcome pets. We visited Hemingway’s Brewery where dogs will be just as at home as their human owners in the outdoor area.
Hemingway’s Brewery
This brewery serves award-winning craft beers that are produced in the Far North.
Pets are welcome but it is advised that you call ahead first as it can get busy. Be sure to try their gin paddles!
Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina, 44 Wharf St, Port Douglas 4877
The Court House Hotel
This fun venue is located at the end of Macrossan Street on the main drag towards Flagstaff Hill Lighthouse, and has outdoor covered seating where dogs can join their owners. Enjoy bistro food, live music and TAB facilities, plus a rooftop bar with a verandah and outdoor tables
18-20 Wharf St, Port Douglas 4877
Chilly’s Pizza & Trattoria
This casual dining restaurant cooks up decent homestyle Italian fare and has outdoor tables where you can be joined by your pooch. The pizzas are delicious!
2 Mowbray St, Port Douglas 4877
9 St Crispins Ave, Port Douglas 4877
Sightseeing
You can stop off at the Captain Cook Highway Rock Stacks, an obligatory destination for Instagram-worthy snaps. The origins of who started the rock stacks remain unknown, which only adds to their intrigue. They’re located just before the Rex Lookout but it’s important to take care when pulling in here as the stopping bay is positioned for south-bound traffic.
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