The Reef House Adults Retreat

5.0 star property
Adults-only beachfront hotel with Access to hot tub
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for The Reef House Adults Retreat

2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Front of property
Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
On the beach, beach towels
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Guests liked:

Friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
99 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove, QLD, 4879
  • Palm Cove Beach
    2 min walk
  • Vie Spa Palm Cove
    15 min walk
  • Clifton Village Shopping Centre
    4 min drive
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    28 min drive

Room options

Studio Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
TV
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Verandah King Spa Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Pillow menu
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Verandah King Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Pillow menu
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

One Bedroom Premier Spa Apartment

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
TV
  • 51 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Brigadier King Studio

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Designer toiletries
  • 70.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Villa Casablanca 4 Bedroom Spa & Plunge

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private pool
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
  • 162 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 King Beds

Reef Suite Ocean View Spa Apartment

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 63 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Brigadier King Spa Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Two Bedroom Spa Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 63 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Ocean View King Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
TV
Pillow menu
  • 47 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Cairns

A luxury stay in Cairns awaits you at The Reef House Adults Retreat. You'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Palm Cove Beach and 13.9 km (8.6 mi) from Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a full-service spa and a restaurant. .A day of pampering at Reef House Spa can include massages, detox wraps and body wraps along with aromatherapy and mani/pedis. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site Hot tub and pool loungers. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a snack bar/deli. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of car rentals on site. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 5-property class Palm Cove hotel include Hartley's Crocodile Adventures and Barron Gorge National Park.

What's nearby

  • Palm Cove Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kewarra Beach - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Trinity Beach - 11 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Rainforestation Nature Park - 24 min drive - 23.1 km
  • Kuranda Koala Gardens - 29 min drive - 28.2 km

Getting around

  • Redlynch Station - 22 min drive
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Numi - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Trinity Beach Tavern - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Underground Palm Cove - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nu Nu Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kewarra Village Take Away - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Reef House Adults Retreat

Adults-only beachfront hotel with Access to hot tub
The Reef House Adults Retreat offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, Access to hot tub, and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury The Reef House Adults Retreat. Free self parking is available.

This Colonial Cairns hotel is smoke free.

  • 67 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Reef House Adults Retreat offers 67 accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished. A pillow menu is available. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include dressing gowns, slippers, designer toiletries and hairdryers.

This Cairns hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary newspapers, safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Reef House Spa has 4 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and detox wraps. The spa is equipped with a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Korean

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: AUD 33 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Colonial architecture
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.4 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 16 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 16 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 40.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately AUD 33 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 40.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.4 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.

Property Registration Number 18386276853

We should mention

  • Pool access is available 24 hours a day.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 16 years old aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

Reef House Hotel
Reef House Hotel Palm Cove MGallery Collection
Reef House Palm Cove MGallery Collection
Reef House Palm Cove MGallery Collection Hotel
Reef House MGallery Collection Hotel
Reef House MGallery Collection
Reef House Hotel Palm Cove
The Sebel Reef Hotel
Sebel Reef Hotel
Reef House Palm Cove MGallery Sofitel
Reef House MGallery Sofitel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Reef House Adults Retreat?

The Reef House Adults Retreat offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Reef House Adults Retreat?

As of 3 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Reef House Adults Retreat on 21 Dec 2024 start from AU$669.81, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Reef House Adults Retreat?

Yep, The Reef House Adults Retreat has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Reef House Adults Retreat?

Yep, The Reef House Adults Retreat is a short 2-minute walk from Palm Cove Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and windsurfing. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at The Reef House Adults Retreat?

Yep, Reef House Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs.

Does The Reef House Adults Retreat have a pool?

The Reef House Adults Retreat has 2 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 24 hours.

Is The Reef House Adults Retreat family-friendly?

No, The Reef House Adults Retreat is an adults-only property.

Does The Reef House Adults Retreat serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Reef House Adults Retreat?

No, The Reef House Adults Retreat does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Reef House Adults Retreat?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Reef House Adults Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Reef House Adults Retreat?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Reef House Adults Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 417 out of 693 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 693 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 693 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 693 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 693 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had never visited Palm Cove and were delighted from the moment we checked in we were welcomed and well looked after The Reef House Retreat was bliss and we’ll be back !
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara-Jae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Inclusions were good value, pools were lovely & staff accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing experience!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kiran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was just perfect. The staff made us feel so welcomed and it couldn’t get any better than that. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Elina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff are absolutely wonderful. The hotel is dated. It had its hey day in the 70s and everything is still from that era. The mattress is lumpy and old. The shower is tiny and it’s impossible not to get your hair wet with the rain shower that was obviously installed afterwards and does not belong in the tiny shower stall. The porcelain sink had hundreds of hairline cracks. You will need to buy your own toiletries if you don’t want to smell like a man-cedarwood and juniper. I want to finish on a good note and reiterate that the staff is top notch, from the concierge to the front desk and restaurant staff. The hotel just needs a lot of updating from the 70s
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Srdjan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time at beautiful Reef House. We are made feel very special from the day one. Staff is just beautiful and lovley. We will come back again for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matheus Teodozio De

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pefect location accompanied by great price
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zaida

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

marc

Travelled with partner
Great time
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful and Convenient
I loved staying at Reef House. The grounds are beautiful and we especially loved the mineral pool and spa. The bed is very comfy and the location is great. We would definitly come again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely helpful and friendly staff. Personal touches, and many complementary inclusions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing experience from the moment we walked in. The property is beautiful, the cocktails a plenty and the staff were so friendly and accommodating. A perfect romantic, relaxing getaway for special occasions. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service- adults only
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome and quiet- great service and inclusions
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best ever 10 out off 10
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regina, Belmont

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am so happy I found this place. I have a gluten allergy and every meal was appetizing and prepared safely! The hospitality of the staff was amazing. It really stood out as the best place I stayed throughout all of Australia.

10/10 Excellent

JOY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old world charm with excellent service
Delightful property Old world charm Excellent staff Beautiful surroundings Client focused Restaurant has an excellent menu Would suit couples wanting a relaxed atmosphere with a quiet ambiance Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Jack da

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reef House was excellent, fantastic staff led by Cedric - they all were friendly, helpful and could not do enough to make our stay more memorable. Great food, position at Palm Cove
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Rosealie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The grounds and pool were very good but the rooms had very minimal furniture. The room area was large but had very little furniture. The kitchenette was a small bar fridge, sink and microwave and it was located outside the room on the verandah. Not a very clean environment for prepping food.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Paradise
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021