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 9.6 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 9.5!

  • 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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Stuart
Australia Australia
V good central location, in a lovely, sheltered, tropical garden. The warm water pool, within the garden, was relaxing, Staff were v helpful.
Segal
United States United States
Our room had an exterior porch that overlooked a center courtyard which was very wooded and green with a pool in the middle. It was quite private. It looked like most of the other rooms were similar.
Olivia
France France
The Unit is great, spacious, clean, well-located, well-equipped. The staff member we saw at reception great and friendly.
Bek
Australia Australia
Clean, luxurious property, quiet. Lovely staff. Heated pool and spa on site. Small kitchen on the room laundry, tour desk…. What’s not to love???
Roseanne
Australia Australia
Ecellent service from staff ie taking luggage to and from second storey apartment, very friendly and helpful. Apartment utensils and equipment new and plentiful, for self service apartment.
Michael
Australia Australia
Very good central location. Spaceous well laid out apartment
Joanne
Australia Australia
Unexpected renovation of the kitchen. And painting of the townhouses. Nice large rooms.
Lisa
Australia Australia
Friendly convenient, close to everything , tropical, clean The team are amazing, friendly informative, hard working. A pleasure to stay. A little hidden oasis. We will be back for a 3rd visit.
Ducat
New Zealand New Zealand
Loved our stay, great layout in apartment & close to everything.
Mary0264
Australia Australia
*spacious rooms. *nice to have a dishwasher provided *plates, glasses, kitchen utensils - all necessities for self cooking *clean and tidy

Area info

Resort facilities at The Reef Retreat Palm Cove

Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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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.
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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 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.

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