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Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront aparthotel near Half Moon Bay Golf Course

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
One-Bedroom King Apartment - Pool/Garden View | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; beach views
One-Bedroom King Apartment - Pool/Garden View | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
On the beach, beach towels

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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12-14 Deauville Close, Yorkeys Knob Beach, Yorkeys Knob, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Yorkeys Knob Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Half Moon Bay Golf Course
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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One-Bedroom King Apartment - Pool/Garden View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

One-Bedroom King Apartment - Pool/Garden View

  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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One-Bedroom King with Sofa Bed - Garden View | Living area | 40-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, books

One-Bedroom King with Sofa Bed - Garden View

  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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One-Bedroom Queen with Sofa Bed - Pool/Garden View | Living area | 40-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, books

One-Bedroom Queen with Sofa Bed - Pool/Garden View

  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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One-Bedroom King with Sofa Bed - Top Floor | Living area | 40-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, books

One-Bedroom King with Sofa Bed - Top Floor

  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Premium One-Bedroom Queen Apartment with Sofa Bed | Living area | 40-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, books

Premium One-Bedroom Queen Apartment with Sofa Bed

  • 818 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Cairns

Beachside getaway.Within a 15-minute walk of this Yorkeys Knob aparthotel, you'll find Yorkeys Knob Beach and Half Moon Bay Golf Course. Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station is within 6 miles (10 km) and Reef Hotel Casino is within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Yorkeys Knob Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Half Moon Bay Golf Course - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station - 7 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Smithfield Shopping Centre - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Trinity Beach - 14 min drive - 6.4 miles

Getting around

  • Redlynch Station - 13 min drive
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Everyday Lover - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Yorkeys Knob Boat Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Boost Juice - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Trinity Beach Tavern - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort

4-star beachfront aparthotel near Half Moon Bay Golf Course
Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor tennis court, and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Cairns aparthotel.

  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Cairns aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Children's pool

Restaurants on site

  • Hidden@Yorkeys

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: AUD 15 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Walkway to water

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Basketball
  • Children's pool
  • Golf carts
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 3 floors
  • 32 units
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Reception hall
  • Soundproofing
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 4:30 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Reception hours are 8 AM-5 PM; hours are limited on weekends. Guests planning a late arrival must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 15 to 25 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. The property is professionally cleaned.

Property is also known as

Golden Sands Beachfront
Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort
Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort Yorkeys Knob
Golden Sands Beachfront Yorkeys Knob
Golden Sands Beachfront Hotel
Hotel Golden Sands Beachfront
Golden Sands Beachfront
Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort Aparthotel
Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort Yorkeys Knob
Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort Aparthotel Yorkeys Knob

Frequently asked questions

How close is Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort to the airport?

Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort is 10.6 mi (17-min drive) away from the Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort.

How close is Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort to the beach?

This aparthotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between AUD 15 and 25 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort?

No, there is no casino at this aparthotel, but Reef Hotel Casino (19-min drive) and Cazalys Cairns (21-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort?

This aparthotel offers free self parking.

Does Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort have a pool?

Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort have a restaurant?

Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort is home to Hidden@Yorkeys, which features pool views, a beachfront location, and al fresco dining.

Does Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this aparthotel.

How close is Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort to downtown Cairns?

Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort is 8.3 mi away from Cairns.

Reviews

Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

sally

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We loved it here. The apartment was spotless and fully equipped with super “Hidden” cafe downstairs. Right next to the beautiful beach, tropical pool and close to bus stops and shops. What a little piece of paradise. A place of tranquility and calm. Everyone very friendly too. Can’t think of anything we would change!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Cyndi

Traveled with family
Very quaint apt. It has the necessary appliances required to stay for short rental. We stayed for 10 days. The room was spacious & lots of seating areas. It is also very close to the beach & walking path. The bathroom door needs an update since it keeps getting stuck when you slide it. The fans & ducts does need some cleaning---noticeable dust has accumulated over time. The restaurant in the hotel has a lovely menu.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

TRACEY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So beautifully looked after. I love coming here
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

TRACEY

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing beautiful accommodation
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

VINAYAKA

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was great place with beach nearby, too bad we missed dining at the hiding because of new years but a lovely place with the pool the children enjoyed in. The instructions were clear and we had no problem checking in late in the night
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

renee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Loved our stay at The Golden Sands Resort

Loved our stay at The Golden Sands resort!!! The communication was awesome and the hotel itself was lovely it was very clean and nice and easily accessible, had a great loogan style pool, the area is very quiet overall we had a great time and if we travel up that way again we will definitely be visiting again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Richard

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic spot. Great hospitality, cleanliness and communication from the staff. Very comfortable room, huge bed, well shaded picturesque pool, right next to a strip of rainforest that separates you from the beach by just 150m. Warm evening walks on the beach with access to two good restaurants, Hidden@Yorkeys and Ten06. I was considering giving a negative review so I could keep this secret all to myself.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Harley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Everything was good apart from the malfunctioning bed
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The pool is gorgeous and gardens. How’s the serenity.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The apartment was clean. Carl was amazing with helping us with an early check in and so accommodating. A great place to stay. Everything was easy and close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Pleasant Stay

The one bedroom apartment was clean and comfortable. Shower and air conditioning were good. Location is in quiet street with good parking. The apartments are not serviced. This is fine but given the savings on cleaning the complex makes when you stay a week I would have expected supplies of toilet rolls etc to have been replenished. It’s a minor thing but somewhat annoying. Overall a good stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Bob

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property had a very relaxed feeling with a lovely lagoon. I enjoyed the tennis and basketball courts. It was nice being outside of the hustle and bustle of Cairns. My only feedback would be upgrade the bed, as a sensitive sleeper it was very bouncy as my partner moved throughout the night. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here to be near the beach which was feet away. The apartment was quaint with patio to hang out. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location nestled amongst mature palm trees and a stone’s throw from the beach. 2 clean spacious units were perfect for 2 adults and 3 kids and perfect for self catering. Lovely mildly heated pool and the tennis court kept us all occupied when we weren’t out and about. Carl and Mandy were awesome and super helpful. Would definitely come back and recommend if you’re hitting the Cairns area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Hotel review

Excellent 11 night stay having arrived in Cairns for relocation. Hotel is in a wonderful location right on the beach and within walking distance to small shops, bar and cafe. There is a lovely tropical pool onsite too along with a small restaurant/bar. Our room had everything you would require and was clean and tidy. The hosts communication was brilliant and we couldn’t recommend the hotel enough.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Spacious, calm, little cleanliness and comfort

It is a correct place, in a very quiet place. The photos correspond to the place. The good: there is no noise, it is spacious, it has a very well-equipped kitchen, the bed is good, the bathroom is spacious. What we didn't like: we were 3 adults, the person who slept on the sofa bed had very average nights. It was very uncomfortable, the person would slide because it was not horizontal and did not have enough support. The room was never cleaned, they left us vacuumed, but we expected a minimum of cleaning for a week. It was our responsibility, even, to take out the trash. We had a washing machine, but it was dirty, the clothes came out stained. There is a terrace, full of dust, leaves and dirt. There are no elevators. Although we were on the lower floor, I can't imagine the discomfort for those who have rooms on higher floors, carrying luggage up the stairs. The pool does not look clean. It's pretty, but it looks like settled water, which doesn't inspire confidence about cleanliness. It is in the middle of plants, which drop leaves and look yellow. The beach is not as close as it seems in the description. The bathroom does not have comfortable spaces for use by 3 people. The amenities are the most basic and of very standard quality. We did not expect this quality of accommodation, considering the location and the price paid. There is no safe and reception availability is limited. There is no safe and reception availability is limited.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Amanda, Moorooka

Traveled with partner
Property looked tired. Needs refreshing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would thoroughly recommend this accommodation. Very helpful and professional staff, willing to help when required. Lovely apartment that was well equipped and spacious. Great pool and surroundings
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca, Grand Terrace

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
In a residential area, can walk to three cafes and the beach. Large room with washer and dryer
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the perfect place, clean and quiet. Outside the city in a peaceful area, very short walk to the beach. Wonderful pool on site. Having a car is recommended to get around but very close to attractions in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Lovely location

Lovely spot to stay. Simple accomodation with everything you need.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023