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Aparthotel

The Reef Retreat

4.0 star property
Aparthotel with free parking, near Palm Cove Beach

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Dining
Superior Suite (Spa) | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
Outdoor spa tub
Superior Suite (Spa) | View from room
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Escape to The Reef Retreat, an upscale aparthotel near Palm Cove Beach. Unwind by the outdoor pool with sun loungers or relax in the spa tub. Enjoy a peaceful stroll through the garden and visit the library for some quiet time. With free in-room WiFi, dry cleaning/laundry services on site, car rentals available and self parking at your convenience.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Laundry
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster

Standard Studio Suite (Spa)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
3 bedrooms
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Standard Spa Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
3 bedrooms
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Escape Package - Standard Spa

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
3 bedrooms
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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3 Bedroom Townhouse | 3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

3 Bedroom Townhouse

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Dishwasher
  • 180 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Apartment | Living area

Family Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
3 bedrooms
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Studio | 3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
3 bedrooms
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Dishwasher
  • 119 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 4 Twin Beds

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | 3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
3 bedrooms
  • 116 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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Superior Suite (Spa) | 3 bedrooms, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Suite (Spa)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
3 bedrooms
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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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. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Map
10-14 Harpa Street, Palm Cove, QLD, 4879

What's nearby

  • Palm Cove Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Clifton Village Shopping Centre - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Clifton Beach - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Kewarra Beach - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Trinity Beach - 11 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Espresso&Co - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Palm Cove Tavern - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Vivo Palm Cove - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nu Nu Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Rattle n Hum Palm Cove - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Reef Retreat

Aparthotel with free parking, near Palm Cove Beach
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free aparthotel has a hot tub and dry cleaning. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a library, and tour/ticket assistance. Each apartment features free WiFi, a microwave, and a stovetop. A ceiling fan, a hair dryer, and an iron/ironing board are among the other amenities that guests will find. Weekly housekeeping is available.
The Reef Retreat offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided weekly.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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
  • Mini-fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • HDTV
  • 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

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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

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 available for AUD 10.0 per day

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
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per day
  • 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

Property is also known as

Reef Retreat
Reef Retreat Hotel
Reef Retreat Hotel Palm Cove
Reef Retreat Palm Cove
The Reef Retreat Hotel Palm Cove
Reef Retreat Apartment Palm Cove
Reef Retreat Apartment
The Reef Retreat Palm Cove
The Reef Retreat Aparthotel
The Reef Retreat Aparthotel Palm Cove

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 at The Reef Retreat?

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 0.6 mi (1 km) from Palm Cove Beach and within 9 mi (15 km) of James Cook University and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station. Wildlife Sanctuaries & Zoos is 18.7 mi (30.1 km) away.

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