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.
Clifton Village Shopping Centre - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
Clifton Beach - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
Trinity Beach - 10 min drive - 9.7 km
Kewarra Beach - 12 min drive - 5.7 km
Getting around
Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 26 min drive
Redlynch Station - 20 min drive
Freshwater Station - 22 min drive
Cairns Station - 25 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Numi - 3 min walk
Trinity Beach Tavern - 10 min drive
Underground Palm Cove - 3 min walk
Nu Nu Restaurant - 12 min walk
Kewarra Village Take Away - 7 min drive
About this property
The Reef Retreat
The Reef Retreat offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Palm Cove Beach. You can take a morning swim in at the outdoor pool, and the Hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. A terrace and a garden are other highlights, and all apartments offer microwaves and free WiFi. Fellow travellers say good things about the pool and location.
Languages
English
At a glance
Property size
32 apartments
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Babysitting*
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Beach
Near the beach
Pool/Spa
Outdoor pool
Sunloungers
A hot tub
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self-parking on site
24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
On-site car hire
Family friendly
Babysitting (surcharge)
Food and drink
Fridge (mini)
Stovetop
Microwave
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shampoo
Free toiletries
Towels provided
Toilet paper
Soap
Living spaces
Library
Entertainment
HDTV
Outdoor areas
Terrace
Barbecue
Garden
Picnic area
Laundry
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Laundry facilities
Comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lifts
Tile flooring in room
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Tour/ticket assistance
Limited housekeeping
Local maps
Iron/ironing board
Luggage storage
Blackout curtains
Safe at front desk
Location highlights
Near the sea
Near the boardwalk
In a rural location
Things to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Fishing nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Kayaking nearby
Horse riding nearby
Scuba diving 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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
32 rooms
3 floors
Built in 1997
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of AUD 27 per person (one-way)
Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 4 and 11 costs AUD 14 (one-way)
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
This property is professionally cleaned.
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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Reef Retreat does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Reef Retreat?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Reef Retreat?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Reef Retreat?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by The Reef Retreat?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is AUD 27 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Reef Retreat?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at The Reef Retreat and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as fishing, hiking and horse riding. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. The Reef Retreat also has a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around The Reef Retreat like?
The Reef Retreat is a short 12-minute walk from Palm Cove Beach and 11 minutes' walk from Vie Spa Palm Cove. Travellers say that this aparthotel is in a good location.
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The Reef Retreat Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
11 Oct 2024
Perfect location and space to stay for a quick getaway. The room was set up nicely for what we needed with a bed, bathroom and convenient outdoor cooking space and area. The pool was close to the room and a lovely spot to relax
Demi
Demi, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Oct 2024
A lovely place to stay. Very leafy and calm with a fabulous outdoor kitchen on our balcony. We had a spa room and it was very spacious.
Tracey-Ann
Tracey-Ann, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Jul 2024
Fantastic Accomadation in a very convenient location. Highly recommend 😊
Verified traveller
14-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Sept 2024
Older rooms but great size
Jess
Jess, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 May 2024
Reef retreat excellent value.
Excellent value. Great location.
paul
paul, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Jul 2024
This place is well maintained, lovely surroundings around the pool and spa, all day. Clean and perfectly positioned, close to everything but as well tacked away. Lovely place to stay
Cecylia
Cecylia, 8-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 Aug 2022
Enjoyed our week, great location.. would definitely stay again
Rhonda
Rhonda, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Nov 2022
Beautiful place to stay 🙏
Great position and beautiful setting.
Delecia
Delecia, 8-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Oct 2024
Lovely setting
The Reef Retreat setting is very nice and tranquil. The only drawback for us was our room was a top floor one. We had lots of suitcases due to our cruise before we disembarked in Cairns. The location is very good and close to many restaurants. The room was comfortably and had everything we needed.
Pimjai
Pimjai, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Sept 2024
We loved our stay — the apartment was comfortable and well planned, and the trees in the central court provided shade and coolness. Will come again.
Patricia
Patricia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Apr 2024
Excellent position just off the beach, and lots of great restaurants nearby. Very quiet and relaxing, the pool is surrounded by large original trees, it’s like swimming in the rain forest.
Nigel
Nigel, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 Sept 2023
Pleasant stay
Timothy
Timothy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Feb 2024
Best place ever will be back again
Nicole Fay
Nicole Fay, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Sept 2022
Great location, nice hotel
Relaxed, good quality, fantastic location, everything we needed for a weekend break.
Jane
Jane, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Oct 2024
Felt like i was deep in the jungle with all the trees and the room was massive.
Andrew Clifford
Andrew Clifford, 6-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 Jul 2022
Great location!
Linda
Linda, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Oct 2023
Great relaxed atmosphere - everything we needed was on hand.
Ian
Ian, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
3 Jul 2022
Location was excellent, property was clean and comfortable. The pool and spa were excellent
Alan Gregory
Alan Gregory, 6-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 Sept 2024
Good room quiet paths were the only issue as they were very uneven so had to watch where you walked
Chris
Chris, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Apr 2024
Business Trip - Sales Rep Stay
Great place to unwind after a long day drive and seeing sales appointments.
Staff were amazing, room was super relaxing and everything I needed was in walking distance.
Highly Recommend staying here for a break away and or your next business trip!
Benjamin
Benjamin, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 Feb 2023
The hotel was in a perfect location for any restaurant or bar and everything was within walking distance
Ian
Ian, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
8 Oct 2023
The hosts were very friendly, generous and and accommodating.
The property was very conveniently located o the beach and restaurants/cafes.
I would stay here again.
Stephen
Stephen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Jun 2023
Great location for people wanting to walk around shops and see what’s around
Matt
Matt, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Nov 2022
Friendly and helpful staff, beautiful setting and close to all restaurants, cafes and beach. A good option for families.