The Reef House Palm Cove
The Reef House Palm Cove – MGallery Hotel Collection is located a 25-minute drive from Cairns Airport (CNS). Nestled mere metres from Palm Cove Beach, on the edge of Williams Esplanade, and surrounded by boutique restaurants and bars, this hotel is the perfect place for lazy days along the crystal-clear water, snorkelling or fishing. The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest are also within easy reach from this charming seaside village.
Return airport transfers are not included in your stay, please plan accordingly. Complimentary undercover parking is included in your package.
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Hidden beneath a lush grove of palm fronds and ancient paperbark trees just a 25-minute drive from Cairns, Palm Cove wears her tropical credentials with elegant sophistication. From the cobbled paving of a waterfront promenade lined with whitewashed hotels, alfresco restaurants and intimate bars to a sweep of beach shaded by palm trees, Palm Cove exudes the tropical vibe that is the stuff of holiday dreams. and from the top-rated Reef House Palm Cove – MGallery Hotel Collection, it’s all within easy reach.
What You’ll Love…
The Hotel — Casual beach house elegance and a dedicated concierge
Set between the lush surrounds of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest and turquoise waters of the Great Barrier Reef, the Reef House Palm Cove – MGallery Hotel Collection provides guests with pure paradise just moments from the shores of Palm Cove Beach.
A stay at the charming Reef House Palm Cove – MGallery Hotel Collection is synonymous with romantic colonial style and casual beach house elegance. The resort is ranked in Tripadvisor’s top three properties in Palm Cove and features incredible facilities including a beautiful pool area (and adults-only pool), where you can relax and enjoy a refreshing complimentary sorbet every day at 3pm.
Attention to detail is key and it’s the little touches, like the dedicated Luxury Concierge, that set this resort apart from the rest. The concierge will contact you before your trip in order to create a bespoke experience filled with relaxing and memorable moments in the tropics – perfect for honeymooners or a romantic couples’ escape.
In homage to the colonial house’s rich history, the resort’s Brigadier’s Bar & Lounge is run on an honesty system and welcomes guests daily for the hotel’s famous complimentary punch and canapés at twilight.
When you’re not busy exploring the surrounding areas of Tropical North Queensland, make the most of the resort’s complimentary activities. Join in with aqua aerobics in the heated mineral pool, expand your cocktail repertoire with the interactive ‘Reef House Mixology’ class and enjoy unlimited use of vintage-style cruiser bikes to explore Palm Cove. Try your hand at fishing down at the famous Palm Cove Jetty with complimentary access to the resort’s fishing rods, explore the crystal blue waters with complimentary snorkelling equipment hire and take advantage of the resort’s extensive guest library, board games, and sketch kits for releasing your inner Picasso.
Your Upgraded Room — Sparkling wine and chocolates await on arrival
Lucky your stay includes a guaranteed 12pm late checkout — you won’t want to leave the breathtakingly spacious Verandah King Room.
Refresh with a cold towel and welcome gin cocktail on arrival before enjoying your complimentary room upgrade, with a private furnished balcony or terrace, sweeping pool or tropical garden views, and a plush king bed. Pop open your welcome bottle of sparkling and treat yourself to complimentary chocolates as you relax into Palm Cove life.
Spa Suite Upgrade: For that added touch of tropical luxury, upgrade to a larger Verandah King Spa Suite with a private king spa bath on your balcony and luxe APPELLES bath amenities in your ensuite for a romantic spa experience.
Longer-stay bonus: Extend your stay to 10 or 12 nights to receive a bonus A$100 dining credit per room, per stay (A$300 dining credit total). Ramp up the luxury with a 14-night retreat and enjoy an incredible A$400 dining credit per room, per stay.
The Food — Daily breakfast, A$200 dining credit and nightly punch with canapés
Wake up and enjoy your included daily à la carte breakfast for two at the award-winning Reef House Restaurant. Having taken out the title of 2019 ‘Cairns Restaurant of the Year’, this incredible eatery invites you to feast on your choice of big breakfast, eggs benedict, smashed avocado or pancakes with grilled banana and hazelnut praline, alongside a selection of fresh fruit and freshly baked pastries
Indulge in delicious cuisine onsite with A$200 food and drinks credit to use at either the Brigadier’s Bar & Lounge or the candlelit Reef House Restaurant, where standout dishes include seared scallops and pork belly, tiger prawn linguini and herb-crusted kangaroo fillet with beetroot chips.
When the sun sets, head to the timelessly elegant Brigadier’s Bar & Lounge for nightly punch and canapés hosted by the resort’s friendly staff.
See & Do — Tropical North Queensland adventures and spa indulgence
Palm Cove is the kind of place that lets you take things at your own pace – whether that involves leisurely bike rides to nearby beaches or something a little more adventurous. The drive from Palm Cove to Port Douglas will take you around an hour, but is well worth it for the stunning views along the way. Drive 20 minutes further and you’ll reach Mossman Gorge, located in the southern part of the Daintree Rainforest and home to spectacular hikes.
Chase the Waterfall Circuit during the wet season, a 100km drive from Cairns to the Atherton Tablelands, ticking off Millaa Millaa, Zillie and Ellinjaa Falls, with plenty of foodie pitstops along the way. Of course, you’re also perfectly placed for adventures in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest and Great Barrier Reef, from snorkelling and diving to more leisurely cruises.
Two A$25 vouchers for the on-site spa are included in your package (minimum spend is A$100 per voucher), so embrace Palm Cove’s reputation as Tropical North Queensland’s spa capital and indulge in a pampering treatment.
Want to know more about Palm Cove? Our insider travel guide includes handpicked places to eat and drink, the best activities in the area, and special experiences to make your trip memorable.
- Three pools (one adults only), heated in winter
- Two outdoor heated spa pools
- Spa
- Brigadier’s Bar, guest lounge and honesty bar
- Reef House Restaurant
- Wi-Fi
- Guest library and DVD rental
- Free parking
- Complimentary bike hire
- Complimentary use of snorkelling and fishing equipment
- Onsite activities
- Rooms serviced daily
Surcharges may apply to select facilities and services
Valid for travel until 31 October 2022 (bookings must be made before 31 August 2022).
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Child Policy: Children aged 11 years and under are not permitted. Babies (aged two months and under) are permitted, see Baby Policy for each room.
Verandah King Room — Packages are valid for two adults.
Maximum Room Capacity: The maximum room capacity is two guests and one baby. Additional guests are not permitted.
Baby Policy: One baby (aged two months and under) may stay free of charge and will count towards the maximum room capacity. A cot is available free of charge upon request.
Verandah King Spa Suite — Packages are valid for two adults.
Maximum Room Capacity: The maximum room capacity is three guests and one baby.
Extra Guest Policy: One additional guest (aged 12 years and over) may stay for a surcharge of A$40 per night, sleeping on a rollaway bed (subject to availability – advance notice is essential) with accommodation only. Breakfast is available for a surcharge of A$29 per day. Payable directly to the resort.
Baby Policy: One baby (aged two months and under) may stay free of charge and will count towards the maximum room capacity. A cot is available free of charge upon request.
Connecting rooms are available, strictly subject to availability.
Dining inclusions do not include beverages (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.
Please note: The included dining credit and spa vouchers must be used during your stay. Any unused credit or vouchers will be forfeited and are not transferable or redeemable for cash or accommodation credit.
Spa voucher: To use towards treatments at the onsite spa. The vouchers cannot be combined. Minimum spend is A$100 per voucher. Redeemable only at The Reef House Spa, one voucher per treatment of A$100 or more OR two vouchers equalling A$50 may be put towards a spa experience of A$200 or more. Please present your voucher upon request of service. This cannot be used in conjunction with other special offers, discounts and on public holidays.
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