The Reef House Adults Retreat
Treat yourself to a slice of tropical indulgence at this adults-only retreat just a 25-minute drive from the centre of Cairns. Revel in a superb selection of over 28 signature experiences and activities – find your sunrise yoga flow on the beachfront, sample the perfect pina colada at the Reef House Mixology masterclass, properly rejuvenate with deep-sleep sessions and discover Palm Cove’s local history and lore on an Indigenous cultural journey.
Frolic and swim at Palm Cove, named Condé Nast Traveller’s number one Best Beach in the World for 2024, savor a sumptuous seafood lunch at the Reef House restaurant before enjoying canapes and punch at the Brigadier’s Bar at dusk. Later tempt your tastebuds with the degustation menu while dining under the stars (surcharges apply). Here, old-world elegance, bespoke luxury and laidback beach house vibes guarantee an escape unlike any other.
Located mere metres from Palm Cove Beach, on the edge of Williams Esplanade and surrounded by boutique restaurants and bars, The Reef House 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 from this charming seaside village.
The Reef House is located a 25-minute drive from Cairns Airport (CNS). Airport transfers are not included in your stay, please plan accordingly.
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The Hotel – Casual beach house elegance meets bespoke luxury
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 a dreamy tropical vibe – and from the award-winning, adults-only The Reef House, it’s all 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 provides guests with pure paradise just moments from the town’s famed shores. The hotel has earned a Tripadvisor Traveller’s Choice Best of the Best Award in 2023, ranking it in the top 1% of properties worldwide, and offers a dazzling spread of facilities, including two beautiful pools, where you can relax and enjoy 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 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. Especially cherished is the Brigadier’s Bar, where an honour system pays homage to the colonial house’s rich history and allows 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 the resort’s fishing rods and take advantage of the resort’s extensive guest library, board games, and sketch kits for releasing your inner Picasso.
Your Handpicked Inclusions – Daily breakfast, nightly drinks, gourmet seafood platter and much more
Begin your escape with a cold towel and a welcome gin cocktail before enjoying your complimentary room upgrade, with a private furnished balcony or terrace, sweeping pool and tropical garden views and complimentary bottled water and a souvenir Reef House history book. Pop open your welcome bottle of sparkling wine as you embrace the Palm Cove life.
Wake up and enjoy your included daily a la carte breakfast at the award-winning Reef House Restaurant. Indulge one lunchtime during your stay with an extravagent seafood platter and bottle of wine for two at the Reef House Restaurant. Savour the freshest of Palm Cove seafood including a dozen natural oysters, Moreton Bay bugs, Queensland tiger prawns and even 10g of Kaluga Queen Caviar alongside natural and salmon caviar bilinis and tender yellowfin tuna sashimi while sipping a glorious bottle of sparkling wine.
Two A$100 credits for Reef House Spa are included in your package – embrace Palm Cove’s reputation as Tropical North Queensland’s spa capital and indulge in a pampering treatment (with a minimum total spend of A$250). For the ultimate day of extravagance, head poolside at 3pm for icy-fresh sorbet. In the evening, the timelessly elegant Brigadier’s Bar serves nightly punch and canapes hosted by the resort’s friendly staff between 5pm and 6pm.
The hotel’s famed ‘Signature Inclusions’ include a dazzling suite of complimentary activities – shake it ‘til you make it at the hotel’s ‘Reef House Mixology’ masterclass, savour time with the sommelier at the hotel’s wine and digestif tasting, 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 consider embarking on a cultural journey with Shaun ‘Yalankurr’ Creek in the hotel’s Indigenous Interpretation, attend aqua aerobics classes in the hotel’s mineral pool or borrow a book or DVD from the hotel’s library. Want more? From 11am daily, toast to your stay without leaving the comfort of your lounge chair with poolside butler service and enjoy luxurious deep sleeps with a Sleep Easy guide and support session. 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.
Longer Stay Bonus: Extend your stay to five or more nights and enjoy A$200 dining credit per package, or seven or more nights to receive A$400 dining credit per package to use at either the Brigadier’s Bar or Reef House Restaurant.
Exclusive Travelshoot Upgrade: Gone are the days of low-quality selfies, awkward poses and blurry images – Travelshoot will coordinate a one-hour professional photoshoot experience to help you capture natural, candid, and heartwarming memories of your Palm Cove escape. In partnership with local, trusted photographers, you can enjoy your own private photoshoot designed to take in the breathtaking landscapes of Far North Queensland. Travelshoot photographers are skilled at knowing where to go to get the ultimate travel images, and can recommend locations close to your accommodation with an array of scenery to choose from.
Before the shoot, you will be connected online with a recommended local photographer to view their portfolio and ask any questions before your session. On the day of your shoot, meet at your selected location while your photographer guides you through the session. Afterward, samples will be provided within 48 hours, and you’ll receive a full album of 20 edited professional photos within seven days through a link to a private online gallery where you can view, share and download your high-resolution photos.
Outback Tasting Tour Upgrade: Taste your way through the diverse Atherton Tablelands with a full-day foodie tour sampling some of the region’s best food and wine. Cruise through rolling hills and past flowing waterfalls, on a tour around boutique farm stores, local cafes, and hidden culinary gems. Enjoy delicious breakfast, morning tea, a gourmet lunch, afternoon tea and a variety of tastings throughout the day.
- Reef House Restaurant
- Brigadier’s Bar & Lounge
- Two swimming pools
- Poolside butler service
- Reef House Day Spa
- Boutique store
- The Reef House Book Bar
- Guest library and DVD rental
- Personal 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
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Check-in: 3pm / Checkout: 11am
Surcharges may apply to select facilities and services
Valid for travel until 24 December 2025 (bookings must be made before 24 October 2025).
Blackout Dates & Surcharges: A non-refundable surcharge per room, per night may apply, payable at the time of booking. Dates and prices are identified in the Booking Calendar. Blackout dates may apply.
7-Day Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee: Things don’t always work out. Our 7-day Change of Mind Guarantee is there to help. Bookings (except for cruise bookings, flights and deposit fee, if applicable, which are subject to the cancellation terms of the relevant supplier) may be cancelled with a full refund provided that cancellation occurs strictly within 7 days from the date of purchase and provided that the cancellation is made no less than 14 days prior to the check-in date. Excludes flight and service fee, if applicable.
- Cancellations outside of the 7-Day Change of Mind period will not be provided, except as required by Australian Consumer Law, your local law or as otherwise provided for in the Fine Print.
Flexible Cancellation: You can cancel your booking for credit up until 45 days prior to the original check-in date. This can be done via self-service in your ‘My Escapes’ account. Your credit will be valid for 12 months from the date of cancellation. Credits are not transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Excludes service fee, if applicable.
Please note this does not apply to flights booked with us. Flight fulfilment is provided by the airline(s) selected at the time of finalising the booking. For your air travel, you are bound by the terms and conditions and fare rules of the selected airline(s).
Date Changes: If you need to amend your booking, you are permitted ONE date change up until 45 days before your original check-in date. Please contact our 24/7 customer service team to enquire. Subject to availability and surcharges.
Please Note:
- Dining inclusions do not include drinks (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.
- Food and drink credit: The included food and drink credit must be used during your stay. No minimum spend applies. Any unused credit will be forfeited and is not transferable or redeemable for cash. Valid for use at Reef House Restaurant, Pool Side and Brigadier Honesty Bar. Excluding room service.
- Spa credit: Spa credits cannot be combined. The minimum spend is A$250 per credit. Redeemable only at Reef House Spa – one credit per A$250 treatment or two credits per A$500 treatment or more. Please present your proof of credit upon request of service. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other special offer, discount or on public holidays. Any unused credit will be forfeited and is not transferable or redeemable for cash.
- Breakfast is available a la carte daily at Reef House Restaurant from 6.30am to 10am and includes bottomless espresso coffee and cold press juice.
- Seafood platter valid for lunchtime at Reef House Restaurant includes: 12 natural oysters, three extra-large Moreton Bay bugs, eight Queensland tiger prawns, 10 grams of Kaluga Queen Caviar, six natural blinis, six blinis with lime, chantilly beetroot cured salmon and salmon caviar and 100 grams of Yellowfin tuna sashimiwith cocktail and ponzu sauce and a bottle of sparkling wine. 24 hours notice required, wine may change (subject to supplier availability).
- Brigadier’s Bar free-flow punch and canapes hour is from 5pm to 6pm nightly.
- Daily complimentary sorbet is served poolside at 3pm. Sorbet flavours vary daily.
- All onsite activities and experiences are subject to seasonal changes.
- Please book all yoga, wine tasting and cocktail classes in advance with the hotel to avoid disappointment.
- Reef House Mixology class runs Tuesdays and Fridays from 2pm to 2.45pm at Brigadier Lounge. Wine appreciation sessions run Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2pm to 3pm at Brigadier Lounge.
- Welcome gift in-room on arrival is Reef House History Boook for guests to keep as a souvenir.
- Guests must wear a helmet while on a bicycle as per Queensland law.
- Sleep Easy support guide is provided in-room on arrival, plus a selection of blogs, videos and audio files that explain the importance of sleep. Guests can partake in Sleep Easy sessions throughout the week with the Director of Sleep & Rejuvenation.
Travelshoot Inclusions & Fine Print
- Includes: One-hour photoshoot session at one location; an album of 20 edited, professional photos provided within 7 days; access to a private online client gallery to easily view, share and download images; online access to meet and communicate with your photographer before the shoot.
- Travelshoot will email you within 1–2 business days to book in your desired date.
- Rates are for up to six people.
- Infants of all ages may attend and are included in group numbers.
- This experience excludes: any physical photo product (images are provided online to download).
- A car or other transportation is not included. Please note some experience destination preferences require a vehicle to complete.
Outback Tasting Tour Inclusions & Fine Print
- Includes: Full-day outback and Atherton Tablelands food and wine tour; return transfers from accommodation; seven food stops to cover: full breakfast, morning tea, gourmet lunch, afternoon tea and all tastings.
- Not available Sunday – Tuesday. Tours run Wednesday – Saturday: Departs 8am; returns 5.30pm (approximately).
- Cancellations: No fees apply for cancellations made more than 48 hours before the departure date. 100% cancellation fee applies for cancellations within 48 hours of departure date. Late arrivals and no-shows voids offer. 48 hours’ notice is required to change a booking you have made.
- Excludes additional meals and drinks, souvenirs, optional gratuities. Any additional personal expenses must be paid directly to vendor(s).
- Please note any dietary requirements. Gluten free or vegetarian lunch and lactose-free cheese available on request.
- Must be aged 18+ for alcohol consumption and provide a valid ID.
- Minimum numbers apply for tour to proceed. If a tour fails to satisfy minimum numbers, the trip may be cancelled or rescheduled.
- Tour itineraries, routes and stops may change or be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to weather conditions, road hazards or venue availability.
We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Refer to the website’s terms and conditions.
*Images are for illustrative purposes and may not be reflective of the package purchased. See individual offers and packages for details.
