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Guesthouse Hillcrest Guest House

Hillcrest Guest House

130 Hope street, 4895 Cooktown, Australia – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.1/10! (score from 323 reviews)

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9.0
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323 reviews
  • Facilities

    8.9

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.1

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Location

    9.1

  • Total

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

Host Katrina was very welcoming and exceptionally helpful, organising our river cruise for us. The room was generously proportioned and comfortable. Guests have access to the kitchen, bathrooms were clean, swimming towels available for the pool, and tea and coffee available any time (additional to room facilities). Position is close to CBD and all facilities. The building is a grand old lady with polished floors and high ceilings. Rates very reasonable and breakfast ample with cereals, fruit salad, juice and milo and a great variety of breads, crumpets and toppings. Yoga session free some mornings if interested!

Sally Australia

Good laundry and great location with a very helpful and friendly owner.

Robert Australia

Katrina the manager very helpful with info on the tourist attractions

Rodney Australia

Very hospitable, unique old home fully renovated.pool!

M Australia

Talks with Katrina and other guests at breakfast. A good quiet night's sleep. Choice of food at breakfast. Location in Cooktown.

Jane United Kingdom

I loved the convenience, the cleanliness and the breakfast. Katrina was very helpful with recommendations. Don’t hesitate to stay here!

Joann United States of America

This was a great place to stat. It was very co.fortable, well presented and spotlessly clean. The hostess was very welcoming and informative about the area. I wouldnt hesitate to recommend to others

Kevin New Zealand

It felt like home away from home. Beautifully clean, lovely grounds and pool, and an excellent breakfast. Katrina is an exceptional host and made us feel very welcome. Would definitely stay again.

Ruth Australia

Staff were very friendly and the location was excellent

Maree Australia

Best continental breakfast I’ve had in any hotel. The fresh fruit salad, variety of yogurts, cereals and breads made for a great start to the day. Convenient location.

Jessica Australia

Staff

9.6
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  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Host Katrina was very welcoming and exceptionally helpful, organising our river cruise for us. The room was generously proportioned and comfortable.”
    Sally Sally Australia Australia
  • “Good laundry and great location with a very helpful and friendly owner.”
    Robert Robert Australia Australia
  • “Katrina the manager very helpful with info on the tourist attractions”
    Rodney Rodney Australia Australia
  • “Very hospitable, unique old home fully renovated.pool!”
    M M Australia Australia
  • “Talks with Katrina and other guests at breakfast. A good quiet night's sleep. Choice of food at breakfast. Location in Cooktown.”
    Jane Jane United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “I loved the convenience, the cleanliness and the breakfast. Katrina was very helpful with recommendations. Don’t hesitate to stay here!”
    Joann Joann United States of America United States of America
  • “This was a great place to stat. It was very co.fortable, well presented and spotlessly clean. The hostess was very welcoming and informative about the area. I wouldnt hesitate to recommend to others”
    Kevin Kevin New Zealand New Zealand
  • “It felt like home away from home. Beautifully clean, lovely grounds and pool, and an excellent breakfast. Katrina is an exceptional host and made us feel very welcome. Would definitely stay again.”
    Ruth Ruth Australia Australia
  • “Staff were very friendly and the location was excellent”
    Maree Maree Australia Australia
  • “Best continental breakfast I’ve had in any hotel. The fresh fruit salad, variety of yogurts, cereals and breads made for a great start to the day. Convenient location.”
    Jessica Jessica Australia Australia

Renovated in 2011, Hillcrest Guest House is housed in a classic Queenslander building built in the 1880s. Just 2,300 feet from James Cook Museum, it offers a 30 feet swimming pool, free parking and free WiFi access.

Offering a self-contained studio and guest rooms with shared or private bathrooms, all accommodations is equipped with a fridge and a flat-screen TV. The studio is in the main house whereas the rooms with attached bathroom are set within the gardens and detached from the main house.

Self-service laundry facilities are available on site. Guests can prepare simple meals in the shared kitchen.

The daily continental breakfast includes cereals, toast, yogurt and fresh fruit.

Cooktown Hillcrest Guest House is 1.2 mi from the botanic gardens and 1.9 mi from Finch Bay. Various local shops and restaurants are 1,650 feet away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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낍 Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

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

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    3,650 feet from property

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9.0
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  • Staff9.6
  • Facilities8.9
    • Guests liked the breakfast
  • Cleanliness9.5
  • Comfort9.1
  • Value for money9.0
  • Location9.1
  • Free WiFi 8.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Sally Australia

    “Host Katrina was very welcoming and exceptionally helpful, organising our river cruise for us. The room was generously proportioned and comfortable. Guests have access to the kitchen, bathrooms were clean, swimming towels available for the pool, and tea and coffee available any time (additional to room facilities). Position is close to CBD and all facilities. The building is a grand old lady with polished floors and high ceilings. Rates very reasonable and breakfast ample with cereals, fruit salad, juice and milo and a great variety of breads, crumpets and toppings. Yoga session free some mornings if interested!” Read more

  • Robert Australia

    “Good laundry and great location with a very helpful and friendly owner.”

  • Rodney Australia

    “Katrina the manager very helpful with info on the tourist attractions ”

  • M Australia

    “Very hospitable, unique old home fully renovated.pool!”

  • Jane United Kingdom

    “Talks with Katrina and other guests at breakfast. A good quiet night's sleep. Choice of food at breakfast. Location in Cooktown.”

  • Joann United States of America

    “I loved the convenience, the cleanliness and the breakfast. Katrina was very helpful with recommendations. Don’t hesitate to stay here!”

  • Kevin New Zealand

    “This was a great place to stat. It was very co.fortable, well presented and spotlessly clean. The hostess was very welcoming and informative about the area. I wouldnt hesitate to recommend to others”

  • Ruth Australia

    “It felt like home away from home. Beautifully clean, lovely grounds and pool, and an excellent breakfast. Katrina is an exceptional host and made us feel very welcome. Would definitely stay again. ”

  • Maree Australia

    “Staff were very friendly and the location was excellent”

  • Jessica Australia

    “Best continental breakfast I’ve had in any hotel. The fresh fruit salad, variety of yogurts, cereals and breads made for a great start to the day. Convenient location.”

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  • hi, do you have portacots for hire

    I have a small timber cot for guest use.


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  • Thanks for that Ray. If we book the room, any chance we have access to the pool area? Or its part of the guest house?

    Good morning, The pool is for all guests to use. Thank you, Rays wife, Katrina.


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  • Katrina, I've stayed with you a few times now. Hoping to come up for 1 night stay 14th August. Does your family room with 2 bunks have a door to separate from double bed? $145. Thanks

    The room has a curtain dividing the Queen bed from the bunks and a separate door out onto the hallway.


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  • Hi guys What time is check in and check out?

    2pm - 6pm check in. 10am check out. Thankyou.


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    Asked about: Family Room with Shared Bathroom
  • Hi. We’re planning to stay there over the weekend just for 1 night. We saw your place when we pass there last week. Just wanted to staycation and enjoy the pool. We’re just down here from lakeland.

    Hi, At the moment we are only renting the Ensuite Rooms which are detached from the Guest House $145 per night. Including breakfast. Thank you. Ray.


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  • Hi We are planning on booking for August what's the best cheapest room for a couple and child who is 6yrs old. Kind regards

    Good morning, Depending on availability, we have a twin room with shared bathroom including breakfast for $135 per night.. Thank you, Katrina.


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  • Do we have own bathroom

    Please quote a reference number or name as i have no idea who you are or what you have booked. Thankyou Katrina.


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  • Hello, we are wanting a room for the nights of 27th & 28th August. Do you have self contained suites with private (non-shared) facilities such as kitchen and bathroom. Many thanks, A. B.

    Not available for those dates, sorry.


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  • hi, do you have portacots for hire

    I have a small timber cot for guest use.


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  • Thanks for that Ray. If we book the room, any chance we have access to the pool area? Or its part of the guest house?

    Good morning, The pool is for all guests to use. Thank you, Rays wife, Katrina.


    You found this answer helpful

    You found this answer unhelpful

  • Katrina, I've stayed with you a few times now. Hoping to come up for 1 night stay 14th August. Does your family room with 2 bunks have a door to separate from double bed? $145. Thanks

    The room has a curtain dividing the Queen bed from the bunks and a separate door out onto the hallway.


    You found this answer helpful

    You found this answer unhelpful

  • Hi guys What time is check in and check out?

    2pm - 6pm check in. 10am check out. Thankyou.


    You found this answer helpful

    You found this answer unhelpful

    Asked about: Family Room with Shared Bathroom
  • Hi. We’re planning to stay there over the weekend just for 1 night. We saw your place when we pass there last week. Just wanted to staycation and enjoy the pool. We’re just down here from lakeland.

    Hi, At the moment we are only renting the Ensuite Rooms which are detached from the Guest House $145 per night. Including breakfast. Thank you. Ray.


    You found this answer helpful

    You found this answer unhelpful

  • Hi We are planning on booking for August what's the best cheapest room for a couple and child who is 6yrs old. Kind regards

    Good morning, Depending on availability, we have a twin room with shared bathroom including breakfast for $135 per night.. Thank you, Katrina.


    You found this answer helpful

    You found this answer unhelpful

  • Do we have own bathroom

    Please quote a reference number or name as i have no idea who you are or what you have booked. Thankyou Katrina.


    You found this answer helpful

    You found this answer unhelpful

  • Hello, we are wanting a room for the nights of 27th & 28th August. Do you have self contained suites with private (non-shared) facilities such as kitchen and bathroom. Many thanks, A. B.

    Not available for those dates, sorry.


    You found this answer helpful

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Hosted by Katrina Wright (Proprietor) and Laura Armstrong (Manager)

Host Review Score 9.6
Katrina Wright (Proprietor) and Laura Armstrong (Manager)

Katrina Wright (Proprietor) and Laura Armstrong (Manager)

A tropical paradise tucked away in the heart of Cooktown, The Hillcrest Guest House, can be found nestled into the foot of Grassy Hill, just 500m away from the hustle and bustle of the town’s main street. Set within private luscious grounds, The Hillcrest Guest House is the perfect place to escape the normality of day to day living. The Guest House offers 12 very special rooms, each equipped with air-con, flat-screen TV and a fridge…for keeping your treats cool. Meanwhile, while you relax and recharge in the serene and wholesome environment that encompasses The Hillcrest Guest House, our staff will be on hand to provide a professional and personal service to ensure your stay is nothing but exceptional.

Languages spoken: English

Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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Beaches in the Neighborhood
  • Finch Bay Beach
    3,650 feet
How to get to Hillcrest Guest House from Cairns Airport
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    Free parking is available.
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Amenities of Hillcrest Guest House Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Refrigerator
Pets
  • Pets are not allowed.

Activities
  • Yoga classes
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Bottle of water
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Special diet meals (on request)
Internet
  • Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking

    Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Secure parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/out
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Air conditioning
Health & Wellness Facilities
  • Pool/Beach towels

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2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Until 10:00 AM

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above are considered adults at this property.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib by request
AUD 20 per child, per night
Extra bed by request
AUD 35 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed by request
AUD 35 per person, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Cards accepted at this property

Mastercard Visa Hillcrest Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Hillcrest Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Please let Hillcrest Guest House know your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.
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  • Staff9.6
  • Facilities8.9
  • Cleanliness9.5
  • Comfort9.1
  • Value for money9.0
  • Location9.1
  • Free WiFi 8.8
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