We wanted to go to the Great Barrier Reef while in Australia and the Sheraton Port Douglas is the Marriott hotel we chose for being the closest entry point for reef tour. Check In -German greeted us at the lobby and warmly welcomed us. He told us we were upgraded to a Mirage Studio room with direct lagoon access and that our room was located close to the lobby. Room - The room was spacious and we appreciated the Welcome Amenity of Fruit Plate and wine, plus the upgrade. The Green Choice program, where you forgo housekeeping, gives you F/B credit of $10. day. Breakfast - The breakfast buffet was good and had the standard fare, including fresh squeezed orange juice, Asian soup (on a daily rotation) and outstanding guacamole. The service is professional and the Egg Station chef is super friendly. Location- The hotel is about a mile from Port Douglas town. You could walk there on the beach or take the SR Coach shuttle which in my opinion is a bit pricey. About $6. each way. We had a lovely dinner at Melaleuca, in town. There's also a grocery store (for snack/beverages) and Bottle Shop. Restaurant -Onsite Lagoon House restaurant at the pool was lovely and the chef met with us to tell us about the dishes and made recommendations of the Papyrus Salad and the Chicken Larb. They were so delicious, healthy and huge (we were full). Pool - the pool area is huge and there's salt and fresh water, with swim up bar. We spent one day on the loungers and enjoyed the sun. On our last day, we left a small gift and note for the hotel manager, Joseph and he came to find us at breakfast. We appreciated the friendly staff, the upgraded room, Welcome Amenity fruit plate and wine, the breakfast buffet. The hotel is alittle on the dated side. We were there during summer, which is their rainy season and low occupancy after the holiday crowds. Luckily, we avoided much of the rain. Highly recommend a snorkel trip on the Great Barrier Reef.