Business hours of reception: from 08:30 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. The Port Douglas Retreat is conveniently situated in a central location just 300 m from the centre of the enchanting Port Douglas Village and a short stroll to the beautiful 4 Mile Beach or Marina Mirage. Nestled among palm fronds and dense tropical vegetation, the studio apartments feature traditional North Queensland architecture with extensive use of timber in the entry and walkways. Built on 2 levels, the Retreat blends harmoniously with its garden surroundings - a haven for colourful native birds and butterflies. Macrossan Street is packed with world-class shops and restaurants. After stocking up on your tropical resort wear, or buying a special piece for your home, sip a daiquiri, a wine or an ice-cold beer before indulging in some sumptuous local seafood or an Aussie beef steak. Port Douglas' restaurants epitomise the eclectic character of contemporary Australian cuisine: fresh, innovative and reasonably price. Port Douglas is a popular base from which to explore the northern areas of North Queensland's reef and rainforest. You can sail, scuba-dive or fish on the Great Barrier Reef or take an escorted tour of the Daintree River and National Park. More than 100 day tours depart from Port Douglas each day.