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The Reef Retreat

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Located close to Palm Cove Beach, The Reef Retreat provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and car rentals on site.

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

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A compact kitchen with a microwave, wooden cabinets, and a dining area with a round table and wicker chair.

Standard Studio Suite (Spa)

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a balcony, and a ceiling fan.

Studio Standard Spa Suite

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a balcony, and a ceiling fan.

Escape Package - Standard Spa

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern building with a pool, featuring a light blue exterior, a balcony with blue railings, and a small garden area with a bench.

3 Bedroom Townhouse

  • 180 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern living room with a sofa, TV, and dining area with a table and chairs.

Family Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a Bosch dishwasher, and an oven.

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly arranged hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, chair, window with blinds, and an air conditioning unit.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a green headboard, a bedside lamp, and decorative pillows.

Studio

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A spacious living area with two sofas, a coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • Garden view
  • 119 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a view of the adjacent room.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 116 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, a table, chairs, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Superior Suite (Spa)

  • Garden view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

APARTMENT TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

APARTMENT TWO BEDROOMS

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

APARTMENT KING BED TWO BEDROOMS

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Palm Cove, a neighborhood in Cairns, The Reef Retreat is in a rural area and near the beach. Palm Cove Beach and James Cook University are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Cairns travel guide
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4879, QLD, Palm Cove, 10-14 Harpa Street

What's nearby

  • A sandy beach with palm trees and ocean waves.
    Palm Cove Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A coral reef with various coral formations and clear turquoise water.
    Macalister Range National Park
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • A large public swimming pool with people swimming and playing, surrounded by buildings and mountains in the background.
    Cairns Esplanade
    24 min drive - 27.6 km
  • Vie Spa Palm Cove
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Clifton Village Shopping Centre
    3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Redlynch Station
    20 min drive
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kewarra Village Takeaway
    7 min drive
  • Burger Inn
    9 min drive
  • Palm Cove Tavern
    6 min walk
  • The Bluewater Tavern
    11 min drive
  • Tuk Tuk by the Sea
    10 min drive

About this property

The Reef Retreat

  • Upscale aparthotel near Palm Cove Beach
  • Located close to James Cook University, The Reef Retreat provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and car rentals on site.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
    • Free self parking
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and barbecue grills
    • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the pool
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at The Reef Retreat offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Free toiletries and hair dryers
    • 55-inch HDTVs with digital channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, microwaves, and toasters

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Car rental
  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: AUD 40 per day

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Weekly housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 3 floors
  • 32 units
  • Built in 1997
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 5:30 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9 AM - 2:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 40.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 27 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: AUD 14 (one-way), (from 4 to 11 years old)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 40.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Does The Reef Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Reef Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Reef Retreat?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Reef Retreat?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does The Reef Retreat provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of AUD 27 per person applies.

Where is The Reef Retreat located?

Located in Palm Cove, this aparthotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Palm Cove Beach and within 9 mi (15 km) of James Cook University and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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