Area Hotlist — Port Douglas - Daintree QLD

20 lifestyle anchors proven to sell property across the Port Douglas - Daintree area

Area Hotlist — Port Douglas – Daintree

1

Four Mile Beach

134 votes

This iconic stretch of golden sand defines the Port Douglas lifestyle — perfect for morning walks, sunset views and tropical beach days.

2

Macrossan Street

121 votes

The main street of Port Douglas, Macrossan is lined with boutique shops, cafés, bars and galleries just moments from the beach and marina.

3

Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina

115 votes

Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, this modern marina hosts tours, restaurants and luxury vessels — anchoring the town’s marine lifestyle.

4

Mossman Gorge

112 votes

Located at the southern edge of the Daintree, this lush rainforest retreat offers crystal-clear swimming holes and Indigenous-guided walks.

5

Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas

106 votes

Get up close with koalas, cassowaries and crocs in this immersive eco-park offering wildlife encounters in recreated natural environments.

6

Flagstaff Hill Lookout

103 votes

This scenic vantage point offers panoramic views over Four Mile Beach and the Coral Sea — a must-visit for photos and sunrise views.

7

Rex Smeal Park

99 votes

A popular spot for picnics, weddings and sunset views, this beachfront park is framed by palm trees and historic fig trees near the marina.

8

Port Village Shopping Centre

96 votes

Centrally located near Macrossan Street, this centre offers groceries, fashion, cafés and services within walking distance of the beach and resorts.

9

St Mary's by the Sea

93 votes

This historic timber chapel overlooking the ocean is a Port Douglas icon, famous for weddings and heritage charm on the waterfront.

10

Mossman State High School

90 votes

The region’s main public high school, serving families from Mossman to Wonga Beach, with vocational and academic pathways in a tropical setting.

11

IGA Port Douglas

88 votes

This convenient grocery store in the town centre offers fresh produce, pantry staples and local goods for residents and holidaymakers alike.

12

Daintree Rainforest

84 votes

One of the world’s oldest rainforests, the Daintree offers boardwalks, wildlife and a World Heritage experience like no other — just north of town.

13

Mossman Hospital

81 votes

Providing emergency and general medical care to the Douglas Shire, this regional hospital serves as a health anchor for the surrounding communities.

14

Douglas Shire Council Chambers

78 votes

Located in Mossman, the Council Chambers are the civic heart of the shire, supporting services, planning and local governance.

15

Port Douglas Markets

76 votes

Held every Sunday by the sea, these markets feature artisan crafts, tropical produce and handmade goods — a lively local tradition for over 20 years.

16

Oak Beach

73 votes

Just south of Port Douglas, Oak Beach offers a peaceful stretch of sand with beachfront homes and a secluded, nature-rich atmosphere.

17

Daintree Discovery Centre

70 votes

An award-winning interpretive centre offering canopy walks, aerial platforms and rich environmental education experiences in the heart of the rainforest.

18

Cape Tribulation

68 votes

Where the Daintree Rainforest meets the reef, Cape Tribulation is a stunning, remote destination offering eco-tourism, walks and unspoiled beaches.

19

Shannonvale Tropical Fruit Winery

65 votes

Set in lush surroundings near Mossman, this boutique winery produces exotic fruit wines and liqueurs unique to the region’s tropical bounty.

20

Daintree River Ferry

62 votes

This cable ferry is the gateway to Cape Tribulation and the northern Daintree, offering a slow, scenic crossing through crocodile country.