Port Douglas is a town where livelihood of people is mainly dependent on the mining and timber industry. But in the recent past, tourism has also turned into a major contributor to its economy, thanks to the rise in the numbers of Port Douglas Hotels.The cities and towns in the coastal parts of Australia are just heaven for vacationers. Thousands of tourists from all corners of the world gather in the coastal areas of Australia, especially during the summer to enjoy vacation on the lap of nature where green forests have met the deep blue sea. Located in the Northern end of Queensland, Australia, Port Douglas is one such coastal town which remains thickly populated with foreign tourists during the summer months (May- September). Named in the honor of John Douglas, former Queensland premier.
You will find lots of hotels and resorts in different parts of Port Douglas, but the best place to stay and enjoy the scenic beauty of this coastal town is the Four Mile Beach. There are several hotels on and near the sandy surface of Four Mile Beach to choose from. Frangipani, Oak Beach Villa, Queensland Holiday Apartments and Newport Luxury Holiday Apartment are some of the most reputed names as far as accommodation at Four Mile Beach is concerned. Most of the rooms in these hotels and holiday apartments are sea facing and thus you can enjoy the scenic beauty of Port Douglas simply by sitting in front of the window. Otherwise you may relax lying or sitting on the soft sandy surface of the beach or may opt for swimming.
Located mostly on and near the beach areas, the resorts and hotels in Port Douglas are excellent places to enjoy summer vacations. Luxurious accommodation facility along with warm hospitality is offered by almost all hotels and resorts in the town but what attract international tourists most is the cozy atmosphere. Being located on the beach, most of the resorts and hotels in Port Douglas offer a grand view of the pristine blue sea and the breathtaking sunrise and sunset on its water.
