Our
story

Built in 1878, the Central Hotel is the oldest pub in Port Douglas. Originally named the North Australian Hotel, it was damaged in the 1911 cyclone and was rebuilt as the Central Hotel, a two storey structure which still stands today as the very special and unique 'old' part of the pub.

She's a grand, old and much-loved Queenslander well worth a visit, with renovations adding open timber decks, giant sail structures and lush tropical landscaping alongside the 'old' pub.

The Central has three bars. The old pub's famous Public Bar is home to Keno and an air conditioned pokie room where you could get lucky on Dragon Link Jackpot.

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The place the locals meet

Our
menu

Serving fresh, local produce to locals and tourists 363 days of the year! Come and enjoy some fair dinkum pub grub at The Central. Generous servings & a variety of daily specials, we cater to everyone. Our delicious food can be enjoyed throughout the hotel and all are welcome!

Enjoy our famous lunch specials and a pot of icy cold beer perched on one of the Central's footpath stools. Check out our what's on page for our exciting daily food deals and free nightly entertainment.

You might like to enjoy one of our juicy burgers on the deck while watching the AFL, or enjoy our legendary fisherman's basket with a glass of rosé by the Verandah Bar.

Bring the family down to enjoy mouthwatering steaks and seafood in our Garden Bar beneath the palms in our lush garden setting. We are family friendly with high chairs and kids menus available.

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Events & Parties

2 glasses of sparkling wine served at The Central Hotel Port Douglas.

Upcoming party, celebration, presentation, event? Whatever the occasion, The Central Hotel is the perfect place for your next function or event.

Catering options range from informal gatherings, to cocktail parties to business presentations or sit down dinners. Our professional team will manage your event from first enquiry to last drink.

The large areas of the hotel cater for small groups on a walk-in basis.

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Bottle
shops

The Central Hotel has two conveniently located bottle shops, close to the hotel in the town centre.

Whether you are after a chilled bottle of wine to accompany you at a BYO restaurant or want to stock up for the week, our bottle shops are sure to please.

Our bottle shops offer a wide selection of wines, sparklings, champagnes, beer, spirits and ready to drinks.

Bottleshop Specials