Great Barrier Reef and Northern Queensland
The Reef House Palm Cove

Tranquil beach-side boutique hotel
Set beside a palm-fringed beach, this boutique property offers guests the best of peaceful beach house life in a stunning tropical setting. The hotel’s colonial style with South Pacific decor reflects its history and makes the most of its plantation-style ambience.
There are 67 rooms offering a choice of ocean, tropical garden or pool views. Some boast kitchen facilities, spacious outdoor entertainment areas or balconies.
Enjoy a light meal out at the pool, or take a table beneath the Melaleuca trees and palms at Reef House Restaurant and enjoy the ocean views as you dine on dishes created using the finest fresh produce from around North Queensland. At twilight enjoy a glass of tropical punch and selection of canapés at Brigadier’s Bar and Lounge. The elegant space is given a colonial feel with a collection of original artefacts displayed on the walls.
When not out lazing on the sun-drenched beach, you can make use of the exclusive day spa which boasts five treatment rooms, two swimming pools, Jacuzzi, and outdoor heated spa.
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Cycling
Kayaking
67 rooms
Restaurant and bar
Two swimming pools
Spa
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Culinary journeys start with world-class chefs who craft delicious meals using locally sourced produce. Menus are infused with international flair and each dining experience is bespoke, fully tailored to your preferences.
The island’s focus on well-being comes to life with sunrise beach yoga sessions, refreshing swims in the solar-heated pool and soothing massages.