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Set among groves of paperbark trees, The Reef Retreat offers 4-star accommodation just 1 minute's walk from the beach at Palm Cove. All rooms include spacious private balconies with pool and garden views. Each room at The Reef Retreat Palm Cove features air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Also available are three-bedroom apartments located off-site, which feature a full kitchen and a terrace or balcony with street or pool views. Palm Cove’s upscale restaurants and shops are a short walk away. Facilities include a large heated swimming pool. There is an impressive terraced barbecue area in the shade of the surrounding tropical trees. Palm Cove offers award-winning dining, boutique shopping and world-class golf. It offers easy access to the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, Cape Tribulation and Kuranda. The Reef Retreat is 22 km from Cairns Airport. Free covered parking is available. The Reef Retreat Palm Cove is classified “self-catering” – this is not the same as a hotel. The Reef Retreat Palm Cove does not offer restaurants, bars, concierge, 24-hour front desk or daily room servicing.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Palm Cove, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

Golf course (within 3 km)

Fishing

Hot tub/Jacuzzi


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 extra-large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
2 extra-large double beds
Bedroom 2:
1 single bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.6
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
7.7
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  • R
    Rebecca
    Australia Australia
    We came to Palm Cove over the Easter weekend. We were not expecting it to be so quiet at The Reef Refreat! No kids!! And we even had the pool area to ourselves for a few hours on a Saturday. I said to my partner I wanted to go to a place that felt...
  • Reesman31
    Australia Australia
    The location was great close to the beach and all the restaurants. The beds were big and comfortable. The pool was beautiful, and so was the spa.
  • Pina
    Australia Australia
    Great location and all the facilities you will need

Property surroundings

Resort facilities of The Reef Retreat Palm Cove
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoor swimming pool
  • Open all year
  • Heated pool
  • Salt-water pool
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Fence around pool
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 14:00 to 17:30

Check-out

From 08:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
AUD 35 per child, per night
Cot upon request
AUD 10 per child, per night
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 35 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos American Express Cash is not accepted The Reef Retreat Palm Cove accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

The Studio, One-Bedroom Suite, Superior Spa Suite and Two Bedroom Villas are serviced once during a 5-night stay. Please note that stays of 4 nights or less do not include a service, but this can be arranged at an additional charge. Clean towels are available upon request from reception on days when the room is not serviced. Please note that early departures will still be subject to full charge.

Please note that construction work is going on nearby from 06:30 to 18:30 until the end of April 2022 and some rooms may be affected by noise.

Please inform The Reef Retreat Palm Cove in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about The Reef Retreat Palm Cove

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at The Reef Retreat Palm Cove is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Reef Retreat Palm Cove on this page.

  • The Reef Retreat Palm Cove is 350 yards from the centre of Palm Cove. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Reef Retreat Palm Cove offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Horse riding
    • Beach
    • Swimming Pool

  • Room options at The Reef Retreat Palm Cove include:

    • Studio
    • Suite
    • Apartment
    • Double

  • The nearest beach is just 150 yards from The Reef Retreat Palm Cove. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at The Reef Retreat Palm Cove may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.