We stayed here on the last leg of our busy Qld holiday - and I was very glad we chose Meridien! The apartment was truly spectacular, I requested no stairs as we have small children, so we got the garden apartment, which is quite private but walks out onto the beach strip.
The apartment was the largest we stayed in anywhere in Qld, and is beautifully appointed with everything you could possibly want, including a spa bath. Meridien is on the same strip as many cafes, restaurants, kiosks and a deli, so you can walk everywhere, but is far enough away for quiet in the evenings. Trinity beach is palm fringed and gorgeous, and Cairns is only a short drive away if you HAVE to go there. After one short trip there we preferred to stay at Meridien!
Barb and Ian are so laid back and friendly and will help you with any tour or reef advice you need. The whole Meridien experience was sooo wonderful, I didn't want to leave!