The Reef House Adults Retreat
Located mere metres from Palm Cove Beach on the edge of Williams Esplanade and surrounded by boutique restaurants and bars, The Reef House Adults Retreat is the perfect place to enjoy lazy days along the crystal-clear water. Further afield, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest are within easy reach of this charming seaside village.
The hotel is located approximately a 30-minute drive from Cairns Airport (CNS). Airport transfers are not included in your package, please plan accordingly.
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The Hotel – Beach house elegance meets bespoke luxury
Hidden beneath a lush grove of palm fronds and ancient paperbark trees just a 30-minute drive from Cairns, Palm Cove wears its tropical credentials with elegant sophistication. From the cobble-paved waterfront promenade lined with whitewashed hotels, alfresco restaurants and intimate bars, to a sweep of beach that’s shaded by palm trees, Palm Cove is a dreamy tropical paradise – and from the award-winning, adults-only The Reef House Adults Retreat, it’s within easy reach.
Set between the lush UNESCO World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest and the turquoise waters of the Great Barrier Reef, The Reef House Adults Retreat provides guests with pure paradise just moments from the town’s famed shores. The hotel offers a dazzling spread of facilities, including two beautiful pools, where you can relax and enjoy a refreshing complimentary sorbet every afternoon.
Attention to detail is king, and it’s the little touches, like the dedicated Luxury Concierge, that sets The Reef House Adults Retreat apart from the rest. The concierge will contact you before your trip to create a bespoke experience filled with relaxing and memorable moments in the tropics – perfect for honeymooners or a romantic couples’ escape. Especially cherished is the Brigadier’s Bar & Lounge, where an honour system pays homage to its rich history, allowing guests to help themselves to the fully stocked bar during the day and pay for their drinks upon checkout.
When you’re not busy exploring Far 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 fishing rods, or take advantage of the extensive guest library, board games and sketch kits for releasing your inner Picasso.
Your Handpicked Inclusions – Daily breakfast, nightly drinks, daily dining credit and more
Begin your escape with a cold towel and a welcome gin cocktail from the local Devil’s Thumb distillery before heading to your room for sweeping pool and tropical garden views, complete with a souvenir Reef House history book. Pop open your welcome bottle of sparkling wine as you embrace Palm Cove life.
Wake up and enjoy daily a la carte breakfast at the Reef House Restaurant. With the included daily A$100 dining credit (A$300 total for three-night stays), you’ll savour the freshest Palm Cove seafood, including oysters and Queensland tiger prawns alongside tender yellowfin tuna sashimi.
With an A$100 credit per person for the Reef House Day Spa included in your package, embrace Palm Cove’s reputation as Far North Queensland’s spa capital and indulge in a pampering treatment. For the ultimate day of extravagance, head poolside at 3pm for icy-fresh sorbet, with flavours rotating daily. In the evening, the timelessly elegant Brigadier’s Bar & Lounge serves nightly punch and canapes hosted by the resort’s friendly staff between 5pm and 6pm.
The hotel’s famed ‘Signature Inclusions’ boast a dazzling suite of complimentary activities – shake it ‘til you make it at the hotel’s ‘Reef House Mixology’ masterclass, or savour time with the sommelier at the hotel’s wine and digestif tastings. Reconnect with body and spirit at beachfront yoga or let your troubles melt away at the twice-weekly stretch and breathe class.
You may also want to embark on a cultural journey with Shaun ‘Yalankurr’ Creek in the hotel’s Aboriginal Interpretation, attend aqua aerobics classes in the hotel’s mineral pool or borrow a book or DVD from the hotel’s library. From 11am daily, toast to your stay without leaving the comfort of your lounge chair with poolside butler service and enjoy luxurious deep sleep with a Sleep Easy guide. It’s all complimentary and all yours to enjoy.
Fancy a wander elsewhere? Complimentary bicycle hire and fishing rods guarantee an unforgettable Far North Queensland escape, and a snoozy 12pm late checkout means you’ll be able to savour every last minute.
Upgrade to the Moore Reef Full-Day Tour package to dive into crystal-clear waters teeming with vibrant marine life. Snorkel in the natural lagoon or explore through a semi-submersible and glass-bottom boat, slide down a 30-metre spiral waterslide, enjoy a gourmet lunch and marvel at the underwater world from the pontoon observatory.
Queensland Tourism Awards 2025 Best Five-Star Luxury Accommodation Gold Winner
- Reef House Restaurant
- Brigadier’s Bar & Lounge
- Two swimming pools
- Reef House Spa
- Boutique
- Luxury Concierge service
- Complimentary bike and fishing equipment hire
- Complimentary board games and sketch kits
- Onsite activities and classes, including yoga, aqua aerobics, cocktails and wine tasting
- Parking
- Wi-Fi
- Check-in: 3pm / Standard checkout: 11am
Surcharges may apply to select facilities and services