Our children gave us a 3 day stay as a Christmas present and we are planning to make it our annual trip up to treat ourselves.

Great location as it was away from the hustle and bustle of the central area. Only a short walk to the Marina and the restaurants. The facilities were well kept, plants and pool looked lovely and well maintained. Staff were very helpful with coordinating day trips and tours.

Our room was the nicest room we have ever stayed at we were extremly happy with our choice for our first holiday as husband and wife. the room was imaculate and everything was of such a high quality. we loved walking out our door and into the pool or using our very own Jacuzzi. the kitchen was well equipt if we felt like staying in and Shantara was close to the main street we loved walking down there and working our was through the list of delicious restaurants and cafes that were on offer close by YUMM. we will definatley be back there is so much more we would like to do. although the best bit was probably doing very little and just enjoying the whole experience.

Absolute luxury! Apartment was spacious, clean and extremely comfortable. We used the pool and BBQ facilities to cook local fish we had bought. Perfect location, easy access to main streets and quiet. We would definitely stay again and highly recommend to others! Thanks

Shantara serves as one of the best places I have stayed at both here and overseas. The furnishings were modern, the area was quiet, the staff were very helpful - overall creating a very relaxing and serene atmosphere. I would go back there in a heartbeat.

We have stayed at Shantara twice, both times in a pool view room. Can't speak highly enough of this place. Really lovely clean and modern facilities and very quiet. Terrific location, just off the main street and close to the beach. Couldn't be more perfect and we can't wait to be back.

I''m in Melbourne looking out at rain and hail and dreaming of Shantara. I have had a couple of holidays masquerading as study breaks for daughters while they were finishing year 12. We often talk about our wonderful stay at Shantara. Right off the beach, close to town, quiet location, beautiful pool, lounging on the balcony, amazing apartments...we''ve found our spot in Port Douglas and will always come back.

We stayed at Shantara 2 yrs ago and have another stay booked in a couple of weeks. we are coming back because of the facilities being so clean and new, it is modern and airy with views of the pool. With no kids staying makes the place ideal for a couple. Location is great so you can walk into town. This is why we are coming back

My husband and I spent a week at Shantara for our babymoon and it was perfect. A nice easy stroll to shops and the beach made it the perfect place to stay. Lovely staff helped us pick the best tours to take. And being able to sit on our decking with my feet in the pool was just what my pregnancy swollen ankles needed! Our baby is almost 1 now so it might be time for us to come back to Shantara for a break!!

This box won''t be big enough to write everything. Shantara and its people are amazing. In June 2012 they helped me plan a surprise proposal for my now wife. The team at Shantara found the magic spot, set everything up, prepared everything and she even said yes... We are itching to get back there