Skip to main content
Aparthotel

The Reef Retreat

Property class: 4

Choose dates to view prices

Located close to Palm Cove Beach, The Reef Retreat provides a terrace, a garden and a library. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and car hire on-site.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room

See the benefits you'll enjoy with VIP Access

Get more when you're a member

  • Save 15% or more on select VIP Access properties when you reach Silver tier or above
  • Experience top-rated quality and exceptional service
  • Get an in-stay perk at select properties, plus free room upgrades, early check-in, and late check-out when available

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 14 of 14 rooms

View all photos for Standard Studio Suite (Spa)

A compact kitchen with a microwave, wooden cabinets, and a dining area with a round table and wicker chair.

Standard Studio Suite (Spa)

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Studio Standard Spa Suite

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a balcony, and a ceiling fan.

Studio Standard Spa Suite

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Escape Package - Standard Spa

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a balcony, and a ceiling fan.

Escape Package - Standard Spa

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 3 Bedroom Townhouse

A modern building with a pool, featuring a light blue exterior, a balcony with blue railings, and a small garden area with a bench.

3 Bedroom Townhouse

  • 180 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Apartment

A modern living room with a sofa, TV, and dining area with a table and chairs.

Family Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a Bosch dishwasher, and an oven.

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

A neatly arranged hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, chair, window with blinds, and an air conditioning unit.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Studio

A neatly made bed with a green headboard, a bedside lamp, and decorative pillows.

Studio

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

A spacious living area with two sofas, a coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • Garden view
  • 119 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a view of the adjacent room.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 116 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Suite (Spa)

A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, a table, chairs, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Superior Suite (Spa)

  • Garden view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free Wi-Fi

You may also like

Ad
Front of property – evening/night

Crystalbrook Bailey

Cairns Central Business District
  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,001 reviews
The price is AU$279
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Crystalbrook Bailey
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the area

Located in Palm Cove, a neighbourhood 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. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Cairns travel guide
View more Aparthotels in Cairns
Map
10-14 Harpa Street, Palm Cove, QLD, 4879

What's nearby

  • A sandy beach with palm trees and ocean waves.
    Palm Cove Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A coral reef with various coral formations and clear turquoise water.
    Macalister Range National Park
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • A large public swimming pool with people swimming and playing, surrounded by buildings and mountains in the background.
    Cairns Esplanade
    24 min drive - 27.6 km
  • Vie Spa Palm Cove
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Clifton Village Shopping Centre
    3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Kewarra Village Takeaway
    7 min drive
  • Burger Inn
    9 min drive
  • Palm Cove Tavern
    6 min walk
  • The Bluewater Tavern
    11 min drive
  • Tuk Tuk by the Sea
    10 min drive

About this property

The Reef Retreat

  • Upscale aparthotel near Palm Cove Beach
  • Located close to James Cook University, The Reef Retreat provides a terrace, a garden and a library. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and car hire on-site.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
    • Free self-parking
    • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge) and barbecues
    • Smoke-free property, tour/ticket information and a front desk safe
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the pool
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at The Reef Retreat boast comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Free toiletries and hairdryers
    • 55-inch HDTVs with digital channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, microwaves and toasters

Similar properties

Outdoor pool
Mantra Amphora
Palm Cove
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Kids’ pool
  • Air-conditioning
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 1,001 reviews
The price is AU$280
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Mantra Amphora
Compare similar properties

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 transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Car hire
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels
  • 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

  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Weekly housekeeping

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
  • Snorkelling 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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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)
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee
  • 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 that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

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?

Checkout 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 1 mi (1.6 km) from Palm Cove Beach, and within 9 mi (15 km) of James Cook University and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.