Newell Beach, Port Douglas, Mossman & Surrounds Guidebook
Sightseeing
There are a large number of boat operators who go out to the reef daily from Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina in Port Douglas. You can opt for 1/2 day or whole day boat trips.
Helicopter tours are another option if you are not fond of boating or if you love the idea of a flight over the Great Barrier Reef.
To explore options go to: www.tourismportdouglas.com.au
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Great Barrier Reef
There are a large number of boat operators who go out to the reef daily from Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina in Port Douglas. You can opt for 1/2 day or whole day boat trips.
Helicopter tours are another option if you are not fond of boating or if you love the idea of a flight over the Great Barrier Reef.
To explore options go to: www.tourismportdouglas.com.au
The Daintree river is approx 30 minute drive (35km) from Newell Beach. The Daintree River is a popular tourist attraction located in the UNESCO World-Heritage-listed Wet Tropics of Queensland.
The Daintree river courses through the Daintree rainforest, there are many boat tour operators offering daily tours and wildlife and croc spotting.
Solar Whisper is one tour that other guests have enjoyed. You can find a range of options on: www.tourismportdouglas.com.au
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Daintree River
The Daintree river is approx 30 minute drive (35km) from Newell Beach. The Daintree River is a popular tourist attraction located in the UNESCO World-Heritage-listed Wet Tropics of Queensland.
The Daintree river courses through the Daintree rainforest, there are many boat tour operators offering daily tours and wildlife and croc spotting.
Solar Whisper is one tour that other guests have enjoyed. You can find a range of options on: www.tourismportdouglas.com.au
The Mossman Gorge Centre is about a 10 minute drive from BALA Beach House with plenty of parking onsite.
The Mossman Gorge Centre is the gateway to the world’s oldest rainforest, the Daintree Rainforest, as well as a unique link to the lives, cultures, and stories of Australia’s Indigenous people and their connection to the natural environment.
You can do a self-guided walk or organise a Dreamtime walk. There is a cafe and restrooms, a gift shop, art gallery and a shuttle bus (fee for this) to take you to the walking trails.
For more information visit: www.mossmangorge.com.au
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Mossman Gorge
The Mossman Gorge Centre is about a 10 minute drive from BALA Beach House with plenty of parking onsite.
The Mossman Gorge Centre is the gateway to the world’s oldest rainforest, the Daintree Rainforest, as well as a unique link to the lives, cultures, and stories of Australia’s Indigenous people and their connection to the natural environment.
You can do a self-guided walk or organise a Dreamtime walk. There is a cafe and restrooms, a gift shop, art gallery and a shuttle bus (fee for this) to take you to the walking trails.
For more information visit: www.mossmangorge.com.au
A super close tropical 18 hole golf course (2mins drive from BALA Beach House)- on the corner of Newell Rd and the highway to Mossman.
Open 7 days a week with club and cart hire available. Bar to purchase drinks for during your game (carts have esky's) or to relax at after your golf game.
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Mossman Golf Club
Newell RoadA super close tropical 18 hole golf course (2mins drive from BALA Beach House)- on the corner of Newell Rd and the highway to Mossman.
Open 7 days a week with club and cart hire available. Bar to purchase drinks for during your game (carts have esky's) or to relax at after your golf game.
City/town information
So many amazing restaurants and eateries, great shopping and a weekly Sunday morning market. A great day out! While you are there take a walk on the famous four mile beach or go up to the lookout.
Port Douglas has a Coles and an IGA for all your grocery needs, there are a few bottle shops and a chemist.
TIP: many of the popular dining options will book out in advance (especially for evening bookings). It definitely pays to book in advance if you are planning a special night out or a larger group meal. There are a range of pubs and more casual eateries that you can find a meal at without booking (e.g. Courthouse Hotel).
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Port Douglas
So many amazing restaurants and eateries, great shopping and a weekly Sunday morning market. A great day out! While you are there take a walk on the famous four mile beach or go up to the lookout.
Port Douglas has a Coles and an IGA for all your grocery needs, there are a few bottle shops and a chemist.
TIP: many of the popular dining options will book out in advance (especially for evening bookings). It definitely pays to book in advance if you are planning a special night out or a larger group meal. There are a range of pubs and more casual eateries that you can find a meal at without booking (e.g. Courthouse Hotel).
Most things you need you can find in Mossman- groceries (large Woolworths Store), ice, bottle shops, fuel, chemist, hospital, butcher etc. All a short 5 minute drive away.
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Mossman
Most things you need you can find in Mossman- groceries (large Woolworths Store), ice, bottle shops, fuel, chemist, hospital, butcher etc. All a short 5 minute drive away.
Newell Beach, although small has a golf course nearby and a great takeaway shop for when you are having a night in and prefer not to cook. We highly rate the fish n chips at the Newell Beach Takeaway- a short walk down Marine Parade.
If you head towards the main road to Mossman-but turn right instead (right after the golf course) towards Daintree, the first turn on your left is an amazing little farm store. Fresh fruit and Veg, local foods and bakery goods that arrive 3 times a week (pies, bread, pastries). If you want to double check when the bakery delivery is call Scomazzon Farm Store: (07) 4010 8313.
Newell Beach will soon have an all tide boat ramp (one block away from BALA Beach House) and is an amazing and quiet beach to stroll along.
Newell
Newell Beach, although small has a golf course nearby and a great takeaway shop for when you are having a night in and prefer not to cook. We highly rate the fish n chips at the Newell Beach Takeaway- a short walk down Marine Parade.
If you head towards the main road to Mossman-but turn right instead (right after the golf course) towards Daintree, the first turn on your left is an amazing little farm store. Fresh fruit and Veg, local foods and bakery goods that arrive 3 times a week (pies, bread, pastries). If you want to double check when the bakery delivery is call Scomazzon Farm Store: (07) 4010 8313.
Newell Beach will soon have an all tide boat ramp (one block away from BALA Beach House) and is an amazing and quiet beach to stroll along.
Food scene
Good pub food in Port Douglas with live music frequently (check website for details). No booking required- walk in and find a table.
Please do check out the menu in advance to see if the offerings and prices are suited to you!
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The Court House Hotel
18-20 Wharf StGood pub food in Port Douglas with live music frequently (check website for details). No booking required- walk in and find a table.
Please do check out the menu in advance to see if the offerings and prices are suited to you!
Port Douglas restaurant, booking advised- book in advance to avoid disappointment!
Please do check out the menu in advance to see if the offerings and prices are suited to you!
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Melaleuca
22 Wharf StPort Douglas restaurant, booking advised- book in advance to avoid disappointment!
Please do check out the menu in advance to see if the offerings and prices are suited to you!
Port Douglas restaurant, booking advised- book in advance to avoid disappointment!
Please do check out the menu in advance to see if the offerings and prices are suited to you!
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Salsa Bar and Grill
26 Wharf StPort Douglas restaurant, booking advised- book in advance to avoid disappointment!
Please do check out the menu in advance to see if the offerings and prices are suited to you!
Booking advised- book in advance to avoid disappointment!
Please do check out the menu in advance to see if the offerings and prices are suited to you!
If steaks are your thing check out the range of beef including dry aged beef (if you are walking by you can have a look at the beef cuts displayed in the fridge).
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IronBar Saloon, Restaurant and Gaming Lounge Port Douglas
5 Macrossan StBooking advised- book in advance to avoid disappointment!
Please do check out the menu in advance to see if the offerings and prices are suited to you!
If steaks are your thing check out the range of beef including dry aged beef (if you are walking by you can have a look at the beef cuts displayed in the fridge).
At the Port Douglas Marina. Bookings accepted for groups of 4 or more only. Plenty of seating for walk-ups for smaller groups. Beautiful views of the marina. Tip- can be super busy on weekends!
Please do check out the menu in advance to see if the offerings and prices are suited to you!
Craft beer lovers can taste a range of beers and there are many cocktails to choose from (espresso martinis are on tap).
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Hemingway's Brewery
44 Wharf StAt the Port Douglas Marina. Bookings accepted for groups of 4 or more only. Plenty of seating for walk-ups for smaller groups. Beautiful views of the marina. Tip- can be super busy on weekends!
Please do check out the menu in advance to see if the offerings and prices are suited to you!
Craft beer lovers can taste a range of beers and there are many cocktails to choose from (espresso martinis are on tap).
Booking required- we suggest you book wayyyyy in advance to avoid disappointment! This is a very popular place and can be booked out weeks/months in advance.
A chilled outdoor (mostly under cover) cocktail bar at the Marina in Port Douglas. Barbados offers a range of share style food.
Please do check out the menu in advance to see if the offerings and prices are suited to you!
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BARBADOS Port Douglas
44 Wharf StBooking required- we suggest you book wayyyyy in advance to avoid disappointment! This is a very popular place and can be booked out weeks/months in advance.
A chilled outdoor (mostly under cover) cocktail bar at the Marina in Port Douglas. Barbados offers a range of share style food.
Please do check out the menu in advance to see if the offerings and prices are suited to you!
Located in Port Douglas: NOTE- Jimmy Rum's is a cocktail lounge, it is not a restaurant and does not serve food.
No booking required- walk ups only.
Please do check out the cocktail menu in advance to see if the offerings and prices are suited to you!
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Jimmy Rum's
53-61 Macrossan StLocated in Port Douglas: NOTE- Jimmy Rum's is a cocktail lounge, it is not a restaurant and does not serve food.
No booking required- walk ups only.
Please do check out the cocktail menu in advance to see if the offerings and prices are suited to you!
A Port Douglas favourite for house baked bread, pastries and handmade pies and coffee. Breakfast-brunch-lunch-afternoon tea. Dine in or takeaway. Walk-up, no booking required.
Grant Street kitchen are usually at the Sunday Morning Market in Port Douglas too!
Please do check out the menu in advance to see if the offerings and prices are suited to you!
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Grant Street Kitchen
Macrossan StreetA Port Douglas favourite for house baked bread, pastries and handmade pies and coffee. Breakfast-brunch-lunch-afternoon tea. Dine in or takeaway. Walk-up, no booking required.
Grant Street kitchen are usually at the Sunday Morning Market in Port Douglas too!
Please do check out the menu in advance to see if the offerings and prices are suited to you!
A short 700 metre walk from BALA Beach House. Great fish n chips, milk bar. Closed on Mondays. Check online or phone for opening hours 07 4098 2494.
Please do check out the menu in advance to see if the offerings and prices are suited to you!
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Newell Beach Takeaway and Cafe
42 Marine ParadeA short 700 metre walk from BALA Beach House. Great fish n chips, milk bar. Closed on Mondays. Check online or phone for opening hours 07 4098 2494.
Please do check out the menu in advance to see if the offerings and prices are suited to you!
Located in Port Douglas, recommended by guests- check out their reviews and menu to see for yourself.
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Wrasse & Roe
56-64 Macrossan StreetLocated in Port Douglas, recommended by guests- check out their reviews and menu to see for yourself.
Health
LiveLife Pharmacy
63 Front StreetIn the plaza next to Woolworths in Mossman.
Livelife Pharmacy Port Douglas
21 Macrossan StOn Macrossan Street in Port Douglas.
Mossman Memorial Bowls Club
6-8 Johnston RdIn plaza next to Woolworths, Phone: (07) 4098 1248
Hospital Emergency Department, 9 Hospital Street Mossman phone: (07) 4084 1200
Mossman Multi-Purpose Health Service: Emergency Department
9 Hospital StreetHospital Emergency Department, 9 Hospital Street Mossman phone: (07) 4084 1200
Total Teeth
33 Front StreetDental Clinic in Mossman Mon-Fri 8am-5pm (07) 4098 3129
Essentials
Woolworths Mossman
63 Front St
The Bottle-O - Mossman Hotel
9 Front StreetRight next to Woolworths!
Australia Post - Mossman Post Shop
24-26 Front StreetIn main Street of Mossman 24-26 Front Street.
Mossman Meats
3 Junction RoadMossman Butcher, 3 Junction Rd Mossman.
Coles Port Douglas
17 Macrossan StColes, in Macrossan St Port Douglas.
IGA SUPA Port Douglas
Captain Cook HighwayIGA Supermarket - Captain Cook HWY
Malone's Butchery, shop 24, Port Village Shopping Centre near Coles/Khub in Port Douglas-Macrossan St.
Malones Butchery
11-17 Macrossan StMalone's Butchery, shop 24, Port Village Shopping Centre near Coles/Khub in Port Douglas-Macrossan St.
Fresh Fruit and Veg and local goods. Bakery goods delivered 3 times/week. Turn right onto hwy after Mossman Golf Club (towards Daintree) and its the first rd on your left. LOT 16 Scomazzon Rd (07) 4010 8313
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Scomazzons Roadside Stall
LOT 16 Scomazzon RdFresh Fruit and Veg and local goods. Bakery goods delivered 3 times/week. Turn right onto hwy after Mossman Golf Club (towards Daintree) and its the first rd on your left. LOT 16 Scomazzon Rd (07) 4010 8313
Markets
Every Sunday 8am-2pm, Market Park-Wharf St Port Douglas.
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Port Douglas Thai Massage
9 Grant StEvery Sunday 8am-2pm, Market Park-Wharf St Port Douglas.
Every Saturday in Mossman 7am-1pm beneath the rain trees in Mossman (next to historic church).
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Mossman Saturday Market
5 Foxton AveEvery Saturday in Mossman 7am-1pm beneath the rain trees in Mossman (next to historic church).
Marina Markets
44 Wharf StBoutique market held every Wednesday 11am-5pm at Port Douglas Crystalbrook Marina.
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Cómo moverse
A hire car is the best way to get around…..
A hire car is essential as Newell is a 5 minute drive to Mossman and a 20 minute drive to Port Douglas. Hire cars from the airport can be in short supply during peak time- book hire cars in advance!
If you want to have a night out in Port Douglas, but you don’t want to drive you can try these options:
1. Port Douglas Taxis: 131 008
2. Sizzling Wheels: 0449 982 783
3. CMB Transfers (Mossman): 0409 729 109
TIP: Book in advance to ensure your ride is confirmed, either earlier in the day or the day before. Ask what the fare is so you know the cost before making your decision.