Seaview Motel Cooktown

Seaview Motel Cooktown

Accommodation Features:

• Air-conditioning
• TV including Foxtel
• Toaster
• Tea/coffee making facilities
• Bar Fridge
• Direct dial phones
• Balcony or Patio with Table & Chairs
• Ensuite

Sea View Cooktown Motel Accommodation

The Sea View Motel has the ultimate prime position of all Cooktown accommodation being located on the Endeavour River bank - capturing beautiful scenic views of Endeavour River and surrounding landscapes. Great fishing on the river and the reef is right at your doorstep.

There are several holiday accommodation types at Seaview Motel in Cooktown. Boasting Two Bedroom Townhouses, a self contained Family Unit and Motel Rooms including Budget Motel Rooms loaded on the hillside for an elevated view, Standard Motel Rooms, Semi Self Contained Motel Rooms and 4 Star Deluxe Motels Rooms with private balconies.

All rooms have air-conditioning, all linen provided, colour TVs, tea and coffee facilities, bar fridges and telephones. Also boasting lovely gardens across the motel property. 

Please note, rates are based on 1-2 guests. Additional rates apply for additional guests.

The Motel has its own private swimming pool; BBQ area where you can grill some locally caught Mackerel or Barramundi, and guest laundry facilities.

There is an afterhours caretaker onsite for any assistance after hours.

The management at Seaview Motel Cooktown provide a hospitable and friendly service which is indicated by the amount of return visitors they receive each year. Seaview Motel Cooktown is both comfortable and affordable and is a great place to stay while travelling up the coast or to base yourself while on an exploration or fishing holiday around Australia. Seaview Motel Cooktown Australia is child friendly so make sure to bring the little ones along (or not).

There are two options for Disabled Access Rooms - both ground floor.  Standard Motel Room or a Deluxe Motel Room offers access for those with a disability.

Location

Cooktown is located nearly four hours North of Cairns City by a sealed road. For some real action and adventure travel on the four wheel drive road through the Daintree Rainforest and past Cape Tribulation until you reach Cooktown. Then on your return you can choose to take the comfortable Highway One tablelands route which is a new fully sealed road (via Mareeba). 

Getting to Cooktown:
Inland Road - The Inland drive on the Mulligan Highway, which is completely sealed, provides an introduction to the great Australian outback and a way of life which has remained unchanged for decades. Cairns to Cooktown 331kms, Port Douglas to Cooktown 265kms.

Coast Road - (4WD vehicles only) The Coast Road takes you through the World Heritage Rainforests of Cedar Bay and Cape Tribulation. After Cape Tribulation the road is road is unsealed (80kms) and may be closed during the Wet Season. Cairns to Cooktown 250kims, Port Douglas to Cooktown 194kms.

Cooktown Guided Tour - To really appreciate the region and gain an insite to this unique destination, check out our 3 Day, 2 Night Guided Trip or 2 Days Guided Tours which includes overnight stay in Cooktown.

Things to do in Cooktown

Experience the beauty of Cooktown and enjoy the Australian scenery and fascinating history of Cooktown. Take a walk along the Heritage Trail to take in the scenery and discover the history. Ensure to visit The Captain Cook statue and cannon and Old Town Well takes you back to yesteryear. Each year in June the Bicentennial Park located in the heart of Cooktown is the setting for the re-enactment of Captain Cooks landing - Ensure book early! 

The original Cooktown Council Hall built in 1885 is now the RSL Club and a regular spot for locals visitors. Next door is the The Elizabeth Guzsely Gallery showcases art from local Aboriginal artists.  Kuku Bulkaway Aboriginal Art Gallery is also a must see. 

Take a hike through the aussie busland and explore the awesome walking trails.  A relaxing walk through Cooktown's beautiful Botanic Gardens will lead you to Fiches Bay, continue on the track to Cherry Tree Bay if you are feeling adventurous.  Mount Cook is a must for any avid hiker.

Check out the awesome view of the entire bay from the top of Grassy Hill, be sure to bring your camera!

Visit the spot where Captain Cook beached the HM Bark Endeavour that is marked with a granite rock with a plaque and inscription. The Cooktown post office, which was built in 1876 was the original home of the post and telegraph office.

Fishing is a popular past time in Cooktown, plenty of reef and fishing tours running throughout the year, and you can hire a tinny or drop a line at the local Fishermans' Wharf.  

History of Cooktown

Discovered by Captain James Cook in 1770, Cooktown remains Australia’s most significant historical township. After Captain Cook landed in hot water- so to speak- running his ship aground on coral reefs in Cape Tribulation he sought shelter on the beaches of Cooktown. Captain Cook spent 48 days in Cooktown while repairing his ship, The HM Bark Endeavour. At The James Cook Museum in Cooktown you can take a glimpse at one of the most amazing trust museums open to the public. The museum houses a fascinating collection of Captain Cook’s memorabilia, documents and records and also showcases collections pertaining back to the regions maritime, mining, indigenous and Chinese history.

One hundred years after the discovery of Cooktown by Captain Cook, the town became a gold mining community because of the rich gold deposits frequently found in the Palmer River. Cooktown was the site of Australia’s largest gold rush and the small town prospered significantly before being virtually wiped out by two large cyclones and the economic depression.

Cooktown is again coming to life after its abrupt devastation boasting a pristine environment, world class game fishing, stunning coral reef, picturesque scenery and rich Aboriginal culture. Cooktown’s old charm is sure to impress and you will feel as if you have stepped back in time while visiting this Frontier Town.