clean rooms - great location close to beach and main strip - helpful staff - warm pool - well-equipped kitchenette - refund offered by manager even though late cancellation.

Can recommend.

The location was perfect: right on the beach and close to shops and restaurants. The resort was quiet and shady with plenty of space to sit and eat out. Nice little kitchen and bathroom witha great shower and spa bath.

I was surprised to have to pay for the laundry facilities; this wasn't the case in the two previous places I'd stayed in up the coast. No airer or clothes-horse was provided, so there was no choice but to stump up for the drier. Not very eco-friendly :-(

Visually lush and beautiful surrounds.attractive design of whole resort.walking distance to heart of Palm Cove.Very relaxed atmosphere and nice decor in room.Reception staff excellent, friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable.

We had a fantastic time at this luxurious hotel. The rooms were clean and spacious, and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The hotel is located in a lively area, right off the main street, and is just a short walk from the beach. The highlight of our stay was the amazing BBQ area where we enjoyed delicious meals and relaxed in the comfortable lounge area. The pool and spa pool were also great, providing a perfect place to unwind and soak up the sun. We would highly recommend this hotel to our family and friends.

The hotel is set in beautiful rainforest surrounds and is very peaceful. There was no disturbance by other guests and is just 50 meters from the most beautiful sandy beach which was fantastic for long walks with my partner. The spa in our room was also a great additive to a long day on the reef. The self contained kitchens was also a plus.

The bed was hard making it a little bit uncomfortable for me & hard to sleep as I prefer a soft bed as I suffer from circulation problems due to migrains.

The owners were very nice and helpful. we loved the tropical garden as well as the nice balcony. We had a wonderful time a the reef retreat and would recommend to anyone to spend their holidays there.

Had a great time over thanksgiving beach holiday, the complementary breakfast basket was a nice touch and the daily room clean was appreciated. The location was perfect, just a short walk to the beach and lots of shops and restaurants nearby. The room was also spacious and had a lovely balcony with a nice view.

The air-conditioning was not very effective and made sleep difficult. the walls were quite thin and we could hear our neighbours talking and moving about, which was disruptive.

Ideal location and fantastic rainforest-like gardens. Balinese style architecture and beautiful pool/spa area. It's like an oasis but just a few steps to restaurants and the beach. This with very friendly and helpful hosts make the Reef Retreat a real gem. We will definately return.

We really liked the location of the Reef Retreat - just off the Palm Cove Esplanade -so out of the beach winds, but close enough to swim at the beach and go to the restaurant strip. We loved our balcony view to the mountains and breezes there. We loved the open plan of the unit - seemed more spacious than it probably was. Nice kitchen to cook our own meals. Clive and Mary were fantastic with their local knowledge, and tour bookings . Great local bus service to supermarket at Clifton Beach. We`d highly recommend the Reef Retreat for a quiet holiday.

Maybe the kitchen could have had an oven, but we managed with stove top and microwave.

Tropical oasis with relaxing pool, great value for money, close to beach and restaurants, helpful owners.

Nothing all good.

The location was perfect not too far from the airport especially as we only had a short stay there. The owner was very helpful in all aspects of our stay, gave us good impartial information on trips, never felt we were pushed into one trip or another. Nothing was too much trouble. The accomodation was fantastic everything we hoped for, and would certainly recommend.

We loved staying at this hotel. Some of the best aspects were the convenient location close to all the restaurants at night. The hotel had great facilities such as a lovely pool and bbq area. The friendly staff provided us with helpful transportation and tour ideas. Moreover, cleanliness of the hotel was impressive.

Nothing to dislike.

Clive was extremely helpful in recommending tours that met our family needs as we met our daughter, son-in-law and grandchildren in Palm Cove. We only spent one night at The Reef Retreat because we rented a house for one week. If we ever return to Palm Cove, we will definitely stay here again.

Excellent location and fantastic value for money. The resort's design and use of timber create a relaxing and tropical atmosphere. The rooms reflect the surrounding environment and are inviting and cheerful. The bed was comfortable and the crisp, white sheets added a touch of luxury. The pool and jacuzzi were heated, making for a pleasant swim. The resort's commitment to nature is commendable, as they work with, not against, the environment. I had a wonderful stay at Reef Retreat and would highly recommend it.

The hotel is situated at a perfect location, with many restaurants just a few minutes walk away. The lush surroundings of mature trees and gardens give it a forest-like feel, which is relaxing. The hotel staff were kind and accommodating, and the outdoor dining area and pool were enjoyable.

The smoking area on the balcony was a bit disappointing as it blew smoke over the eating area. The rooms were a little outdated, and the amenities weren't as shiny as modern options.