Resort★★★★
The Reef Retreat Hotel
Cairns, Australia
About The Reef Retreat Hotel
The Reef Retreat Hotel is a resort in Cairns, Australia. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 8.4 out of 10 across 53 reviews. Facilities include beachfront, swimming pool, spa, airport transfer, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 21 km from the centre of Cairns. The nearest beach is 100 m away. The nearest airport, Cairns International Airport (CNS), is 17 km away.
- Type
- Resort
- Star rating
- ★★★★
- Check-in from
- 13:00
- Check-out until
- 10:00
- Rooms
- 36
- Floors
- 2
- Opened
- 1997
- Last renovated
- 2010
- Pets
- Pets allowed
- Other stays within 500 m
- 22
Hotel prices in Cairns by month
10-14 Harpa Street reefretreat.com.au
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How The Reef Retreat Hotel scores
Better rated than 47% of hotels in Cairns
- Guest rating 8.4
- Location 6.7
- Facilities 6.7
- Spa & wellness 6.5
- Beach access 10.0
Cairns average
Rating on Google
4.4/5
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Amenities
BeachfrontSwimming poolSpaAirport transferFree parkingFree Wi-FiPets allowed
Pool & wellness
- Swimming pool
- Spa
- Hot tub
- Massage
Food & drink
- Breakfast
Leisure
- Beachfront
- Terrace
Internet
- Free Wi-Fi
Parking & transport
- Free parking
Services
- Airport transfer
- Shuttle
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
In the rooms
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- In-room safe
- Coffee or tea maker
Policies
- Pets allowed
Based on the property listing at our booking partner.
Location
- Location score
- 6.7/10
- Walk grade
- 48/100 Somewhat walkable
- Restaurants & cafés within 500 m
- 31
- Shops within 500 m
- 1
- Sights within 1 km
- 0
| Nearest beachPalm Cove | 100 m2 min walk |
|---|---|
| Nearest airportCairns International Airport (CNS) | 17 km38 min drive |
| Distance to the centreCairns | 21 km47 min drive |
Everyday places nearby
| Food shopCafe Veivers (Palm Cove) | 330 m5 min walk |
|---|---|
| PharmacyBotanical Chemist Palm Cove | 270 m4 min walk |
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Compare The Reef Retreat Hotel with nearby hotels
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- Paradise on the Beach Resort Apartment 80 m away9.0
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- Melaleuca Resort Resort ★★★★ 100 m away9.0
- Sarayi Boutique Hotel Apartment 170 m away7.9
- The Reef House Adults Retreat Hotel ★★★★★ 210 m away8.6
- Drift Palm Cove Apartment 240 m away8.7
Questions about The Reef Retreat Hotel
How do guests rate The Reef Retreat Hotel?
The Reef Retreat Hotel has a guest rating of 8.4 out of 10 from 53 reviews, which is better than 47% of rated hotels in Cairns.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Reef Retreat Hotel?
Check-in starts at 13:00 and check-out is until 10:00.
Does The Reef Retreat Hotel include breakfast?
Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.
Does The Reef Retreat Hotel have a pool?
Yes, The Reef Retreat Hotel has a swimming pool.
Is there parking at The Reef Retreat Hotel?
Yes, the listing mentions free parking.
How far is The Reef Retreat Hotel from the airport?
The nearest airport, Cairns International Airport (CNS), is 17 km away in a straight line.
Is The Reef Retreat Hotel close to the beach?
The nearest beach is 100 m from the hotel.
When did The Reef Retreat Hotel open?
The Reef Retreat Hotel opened in 1997 and was last renovated in 2010.
How many rooms does The Reef Retreat Hotel have?
The Reef Retreat Hotel has 36 rooms on 2 floors.
Are pets allowed at The Reef Retreat Hotel?
The listing says pets are allowed. Contact the property for size limits and fees.
Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. How we score