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Set among groves of paperbark trees, The Reef Retreat offers 4-star accommodations 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 14 mi 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 in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-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 2 miles)

Fishing

Hot tub/Jacuzzi


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 king bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
2 king beds
Bedroom 2:
1 twin bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 3:
1 king bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've 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
7.6
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See what guests loved the most:

  • David
    Australia Australia
    Great location Comfortable good value unit and terrific pool
  • L
    Lisa
    Australia Australia
    Would have loved less shade or a sunny area around pool and maybe a gym
  • Michael
    Australia Australia
    Staff went the extra to fix a problem when it was identified. Great pool! I have seen comments about leaves in the pool being a problem. The pool is SURROUNDED by TREES! They do their best to keep that under control but what do you get when the...

Area info

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

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • 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
  • Snorkeling
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    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 available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage 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
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Car rental
  • 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
  • Saltwater pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Fenced pool
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 16 and above will be charged as 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 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 35 per child, per night
Crib upon request
AUD 10 per child, per night
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 35 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs 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
Must-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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

FAQs about The Reef Retreat Palm Cove

  • The nearest beach is 500 feet from The Reef Retreat Palm Cove. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

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

  • Check-in at The Reef Retreat Palm Cove is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Room options at The Reef Retreat Palm Cove include:

    • Studio
    • Suite
    • Apartment
    • Double

  • The prices at The Reef Retreat Palm Cove may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Reef Retreat Palm Cove is 1,000 feet from the center 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
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Horseback riding
    • Beach
    • Swimming pool