Guesthouse Hillcrest Guest House
130 Hope street, 4895 Cooktown, Australia – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.1/10! (score from 323 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
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!
AustraliaGood laundry and great location with a very helpful and friendly owner.
AustraliaKatrina the manager very helpful with info on the tourist attractions
AustraliaVery hospitable, unique old home fully renovated.pool!
AustraliaTalks with Katrina and other guests at breakfast. A good quiet night's sleep. Choice of food at breakfast. Location in Cooktown.
United KingdomI loved the convenience, the cleanliness and the breakfast. Katrina was very helpful with recommendations. Don’t hesitate to stay here!
United States of AmericaThis 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
New ZealandIt 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.
AustraliaStaff were very friendly and the location was excellent
AustraliaBest 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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Hillcrest Guest House
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Sally
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Robert
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Rodney
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M
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Jane
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Joann
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Kevin
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Ruth
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Maree
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Jessica
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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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Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
Free Private Parking Available On Site
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Queen Room with Shared Bathroom
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Queen Suite
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Family Room with Shared Bathroom
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Large Family Room with Shared Bathroom
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Studio
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Single Room with Garden View
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Popular Beaches Nearby
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Finch Bay Beach
3,650 feet from property
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- Guests liked the breakfast
See what guests loved the most:
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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
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Robert
Australia
“Good laundry and great location with a very helpful and friendly owner.”
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Rodney
Australia
“Katrina the manager very helpful with info on the tourist attractions ”
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M
Australia
“Very hospitable, unique old home fully renovated.pool!”
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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.”
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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!”
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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”
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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. ”
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Maree
Australia
“Staff were very friendly and the location was excellent”
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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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About Hillcrest Guest House
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Hosted by 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
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Finch Bay Beach3,650 feet
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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
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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
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Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
- Secure parking
Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
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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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
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Crib by request
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AUD 20 per child, per night |
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Extra bed by request
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AUD 35 per child, per night |
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Extra bed by request
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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
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.
