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10 - 14 Harpa St, Palm Cove, Queensland 4879, Australia
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The Reef Retreat Palm Cove
4.5 of 5 stars 75 Reviews
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Sydney, Australia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
“The Reef Retreat: Staying at Palm Cove from the 29/12/2011-04/01/2012”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2012

The accommodation is gorgeous and you have access to the towns, the beaches without any trouble. At the Reef Resort we stayed in a Tropical Bungalow suite with Spa, and swam in the Lagoon Pool almost every day..check it out at night too the lights were a nice touch! The beach is only a few minutes’ walk, and the accommodation is surrounded by palm trees and tropical flora - the perfect secluded getaway, while still being able to get to the sand! The staff where very helpful, what I appreciate the most was they gave us plenty of space you almost felt like you had this special place all to yourself. Recommend it for couple; it’s a relaxed, natural little hide away.

Kat.B

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  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Melbourne, Australia
2 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“just wonderfull!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2012
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my husband & i had a12night stay at the reef retreat,and we were so happy with our accomodation, our superiour spa suite was very well furnished with a very comfy king bed, not easy to find nowadays!a very private balcony overlooking the pool area, everything in the room was spotless & very well presented. we recived a very warm welcome from clive & mary who took good care of us, nothing was to much trouble.our room was very good value & have no complaints at all, we look forward to returning at the end of this year, we really enjoyed the reef retreat.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Brisbane
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“A real Treat staying at the Reef Retreat”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2012

While traveling in Queensland, we stayed at the Reef Retreat at Palm Cove in September 2011. We had the warmest welcome from Clive, Mary & Sarah on arrival who showed us to our lovely apartment which was stylish, modern & very clean. It is in a great location, just minutes walk to the beach, shops & restaurants. Ideal for families with great facilities, a beautiful pool to cool off in & BBQ area to just sit & enjoy the tranquility that surrounds you. Our hosts were so helpful with advice on day trips in the area & interesting places to visit. We will definitely be returning to stay at the Reef Retreat in the near future.

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Sydney, Australia
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“Simply a Pleasure”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 January 2012
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My partner and I have just returned from 8 days at The Reef Retreat in Palm Cove and I have to say it was a treat. The resort is set back from the main street but still only a 2 minute walk to the beach.
We stayed in the spa suite which was very nice with a king size bed and a great idea of an out door kitchen on the balcony which overlooked the tropical gardens and swimming pool.
This resort mostly caters for couples so it is not only completely relaxing but so so quiet.
Still close to all the great restaurants and watering holes but just far enough away to feel that your in the middle of a tropical rain forest.
So if your thinking of going to Palm Cove for a break I highly suggest that you book yourself in to The Reef Retreat where Clive and Mary will certianly look after you.

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  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Christchurch, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“jenny N jamie”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 November 2011
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What a delight, stayed in October 2011, beautiful, spotlessly clean, very friendly and informative staff, Clive Mary and Sarah, you have a lovely piece of the world. Close to the beach, good choice of restaurants, a must if you are visiting this part of Cairns.

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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10 - 14 Harpa St, Palm Cove, Queensland 4879, Australia
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