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Reef Palms

Reef Palms

41-47 Digger Street, Cairns, 4870, Australia

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Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Spa

Spa tub

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Reef Palms

Welcome to the spectacular Reef Palms, a charming 4-star motel nestled in the vibrant city of Cairns, Queensland! Just a short 1.1mi from the city center, you’ll be perfectly positioned to explore the best of what this tropical paradise has to offer. Slip into relaxation mode with prices starting from only $101 per night and indulge in your dream getaway with access to our alluring amenities and stunning views.

Dive into adventure with some thrilling snorkeling (extra charges apply) or lounge in our glorious outdoor swimming pool surrounded by lush gardens. Need a little extra pampering? Our on-site spa and soothing spa tub provide the ultimate backdrop for unwinding after a day of exploring. Whether you're cooking a delicious meal in your kitchenette or enjoying a cocktail at the bar, you’re bound to feel right at home. With private parking and free Wi-Fi to keep you connected, you won’t want for anything during your stay.

But don't just take our word for it! With over 1750 glowing reviews, our guests rave about their delightful experiences at Reef Palms. Picture yourself sipping on a drink from your private balcony, taking in the beautiful mountain views, or enjoying leisurely afternoons on the sun deck with beach umbrellas and loungers at your disposal. Come experience the vibrant spirit of Cairns at Reef Palms, where relaxation meets adventure!

Unwind by our gorgeous outdoor swimming pools; choose from two sparkling experiences! Our saltwater oasis welcomes all ages, ideal for splashing around and soaking up the tropical sun. If you're seeking a bit of serenity, the adults-only pool offers a peaceful escape for those moments when relaxation is key. With loungers and beach umbrellas at the ready, you can sip refreshing beverages while lounging under the bright Cairns sky—what could be better?

As the sun sets, the fun doesn’t stop! Gather with friends or family in our inviting outdoor areas, perfect for stargazing or sharing stories of your adventurous day. From mesmerizing trips to the Great Barrier Reef to exploring the culinary delights of the city, come back to Reef Palms and relive your exciting day. You might even want to host a little cookout with our communal facilities—just picture a lively evening with delicious barbecues and laughter echoing through the gardens.

And for those moments when you'd like to take a break from adventure, the allure of your room awaits! With a variety of accommodation types ranging from cozy studios to spacious apartments, you'll find the perfect home base suited to your needs. Whether it’s a romantic getaway for two or an action-packed family vacation, our accommodations are designed to keep you comfortable while providing easy access to all the fun that Cairns has to offer. So come, immerse yourself in the ultimate Cairns experience at Reef Palms, where every stay is filled with endless charm and joyful memories!

Closest airports

Cairns International Airport

1.6mi

Most popular amenities

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Spa

Spa tub

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Mountain view

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Patio

Kitchenware

Garden view

Kitchenette

Garden

View

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Balcony

Soundproof

Rooms

Twin Room - Studio in Reef Palms

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Studio, 2 Twin Beds

2 Queen Size Beds

450 sqft

Mountain view

Garden view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

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x3

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This spacious, air-conditioned studio has a balcony, a dining area and a lounge area with a flat-screen TV. Guests enjoy free airport drop off service (departing from hotel at 08:00 and 10:00 from Tuesday to Friday). Please note that the rate is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 4 guests (see Hotel Policies).

Quadruple Room - Studio in Reef Palms

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Studio, Quadruple

2 Twin Beds

1 Queen Size Bed

450 sqft

Mountain view

Garden view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

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Experience the natural beauty of the mountains and garden from the comfort of your Twin Room - Studio, featuring a spacious 452 sqft layout. With two Queen size beds, this room can accommodate 4 adults and 3 children, and includes a kitchen, private bathroom, balcony, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, and free toiletries.

Deluxe Family Room in Reef Palms

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Deluxe Family

2 Twin Beds

1 Double Bed

450 sqft

Mountain view

Garden view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

x8

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x4

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Welcome to our Deluxe Family Room, a spacious and luxurious 452 sqft haven perfect for families. With breathtaking mountain and garden views, a fully-equipped kitchen and kitchenette, a private bathroom with a bathtub, and a cozy balcony and terrace, this room provides a peaceful and comfortable retreat for your family getaway. Accommodating 4 adults and 3 children in two twin beds and one double bed, this room ensures everyone has a restful stay with top-notch amenities such as air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and free toiletries.

Triple Studio in Reef Palms

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Studio, Triple

1 Twin Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

450 sqft

Mountain view

Garden view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

+

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Experience comfort and convenience in our spacious Triple Studio, featuring a stunning mountain and garden view. This room boasts a kitchen, private bathroom, balcony, and a flat-screen TV, perfect for a relaxing stay with your loved ones.

Deluxe Studio with Spa Bath in Reef Palms

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Deluxe Studio

1 Queen Size Bed

420 sqft

Mountain view

Spa tub

Garden view

Kitchen

x5

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x3

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Experience a spacious Deluxe Studio with a soothing Spa Bath, offering stunning Mountain and Garden views. This Double room features a fully equipped Kitchen, Private Bathroom, and a cozy Balcony or Terrace for you to enjoy your stay.

Queen Room - Studio in Reef Palms

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Studio, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

390 sqft

Mountain view

Garden view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

x5

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x3

More details

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Standard, Queen/Twin

1 Queen Size Bed

1 Twin Bed

x4

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x3

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Deluxe Studio, Jetted Tub

Spa tub

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

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Standard, 2 Queen Size Beds

2 Queen Size Beds

1 Twin Bed

x4

+

x3

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Two Queen Beds

Apartment Deluxe

1 Queen Size Bed

x10

+

x6

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Studio Apartment, Accessible

1 Queen Size Bed

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Deluxe

1 Queen Size Bed

x4

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x3

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Guest reviews

7

1,750 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Margaret

8.2

December 2023

Older style but very clean and comfortable with good instructions for late night entry. Close proximity to the Cairns Esplanade and some lovely coffee shops for breakfast. Arrived after midnight on a late flight - this hotel is one of the closest to the airport - only $19 for taxi. Hotel cost just over $100, a real bargain, given an unexpected overnight stop thanks to Jetstar changes to an international flight.

Carrying luggage up stairs (only one flight) might be problematic for some people.

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O

8.2

January 2024

The size of our accommodation/ room. The price and how wasy it was to just unpack and enjoy. The staff was super friendly. Location is close to convenience stores and essentials. Our room/ apartment was plenty big enough for 3 adults and 1 teen to have enough space and enjoy ourselves. The pool is beautiful. The air-conditioning was great and welcoming

Some of the dishes in the kitchen were unclean/ dirty. Which is why i mention it as it is listed as something the visitors need to do before checking out, clean up after themselves. Apart from that, it was a great place... The weatherwas so blah, hot and sticky but obviously Palms hasnt got anything to do with that

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Ian

8.2

July 2023

The room was a good size - with a double and two single beds, and being an older property, it had quite a big kitchen area, including a good-size fridge. The balcony faced a nice park area, and was quite (we couldn't hear street noise). There was a nice pool and BBQ area that we didn't use - but it was attractive. The shuttle service to the airport at 8:00 am was very convenient.

There were a few minor maintenance issues (such as lights not working) that we discussed with the manager, and they were addressed - nothing too major. It's not located right in the centre of Cairns, so it's a bit of a walk (around 2.7 km each way) - but it's quite close to the waterfront esplanade, so the walk was scenic.

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Christina

9.1

September 2023

Overall a great little motel. Location amazing. Steps from the seaside and bus stops. Bus or walk to Tabuk swimming pool and huge Botanic Gardens. Soap, shampoo, conditioner and body lotion in bathroom. Drying board, iron and board along with brush and pan provided. Plenty of drawers and wardrobe space. More than sufficient cooling fans and ac.. Nice size balcony.

No pots or pans, I would have been happy to even hire these for my stay. Could use some plastic items ie spatula, measuring jug, microwave tubs. No printoff in rooms to advise were bus stops, swimming pool, shops and beech are all located. Could also do with directions to laundry and bins. Arrangement of furniture. Seats, dining table and TV on same wall.

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Brittany

10

February 2023

the property was amazing , and such good value for money ! we absolutely loved our stay and would 100% recommend this place to our friends and family !! we were so close to the beach , about a 2 min walk ! we had a kitchen we could cook in which was a surprise to us ⭐️⭐️ the owners are so friendly and helpful and are really lovely to talk too and ask for advice ! there is a pool and bbq in the back to use which is also a lovely touch as well as laundry facilities that we used and were so grateful for .. thank you guys for being so helpful and making our stay so special .. we will be back ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

nothing really .. but if I had to pick something then maybe only getting 1 key ??

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Sharon

8.2

April 2023

the bedrooms were big

Not claiming the money at the correct time and on a business day. this caused untold stress as I was at the airport on a Saturday when told the card was declined but my bank said it was pending and would go through next business day. I had to make very urgent arrangements to pay on the phone or my reservation would be cancelled by 5pm. We were not arriving from Perth until 8pm. I think this was shambles and not a great start to my holiday. The bank took 4 days to release the funds as they said Reef Palms may still call for it.

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Carol

9.1

October 2023

The room size was quite large. The beds were comfy. The bottom floor is best with luggage. They put key in lockbox for us as we arrived at a ridiculous time. They were very helpful. It is only 1 block off the esplanade but quite a long walk to the shopping area. Would definitely stay again.

The first time we stayed was on the 2nd floor which was a mission with heavy bags up stairs. Definitely ask for ground floor if you have heavy bags.

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Tom

8.2

July 2023

Room was fantastic - Every possible appliance present. Lovely big balcony with great view over harbour & marina. Infinity swimming pool & jacuzzi was an added bonus. Secure underground parking & lovely receptionist - nothing was too much trouble for.her - Thankyou.

Wi-fi was diabolical. In this day and age wi-fi should work everywhere. We were told that the the walls stopped it working!! I think they should invest in wi-fi boosters! i have them at home and only cost around £30 each.

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Shane

8.2

March 2023

First time I have stayed at the Reef Palms and was not disappointed. The room was clean, comfortable and functional. The staff were friendly and very helpful. Free (ample) parking on site made coming and going a breeze. Being on the northern end of the esplanade I was a little worried about cafe options within walking distance (<400 metres) so was very pleased to find the Guyala Cafe not far away. Great food, great ambience, great everything. Both the Reef Palms and the Cafe get a big tick from this traveler.

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Pauline

8.2

October 2023

The proximity to the city - far enough to ensure a substantial walk, without it being too far. It was also close enough to the Botanical Gardens, which are beautiful to wall through and around. The staff were great, as we'd flown on an overnight trip and although we weren't able to check in early, they made space available for us and did actually give us the room earlier than planned.

Points of Interest Around Reef Palms

Attractions

Cairns Botanic Gardens

1mi

Centenary Lakes

1mi

Cairns Aquarium

1mi

Michaelmas Cay

1.2mi

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

1.3mi

Rusty's Markets

1.4mi

Great Barrier Reef

1.4mi

Green Island

1.5mi

Barron Gorge National Park

10.1mi

Kuranda

10.4mi

Australian Butterfly Sanctuary

10.6mi

Hartley's Crocodile Adventures

12.9mi

Lake Barrine

24.7mi

Atherton Tablelands

24.7mi

Granite Gorge Nature Park

28.7mi

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Salt water
  • Shallow end

Availability

  • All season

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Salt water
  • Shallow end

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Reef Palms

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Spa

Spa tub

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Mountain view

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Patio

Kitchenware

Garden view

Kitchenette

Garden

View

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Balcony

Soundproof

Stay rules - Reef Palms

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Reef Palms

When are the check-in and check-out times for Reef Palms?

For a pleasant stay at Reef Palms, guests can check in from 02:00 PM to 11:30 PM and should check out by 10:00 AM.

Is there parking available at Reef Palms?

Yes, parking is available at Reef Palms hotel. It is free and conveniently located on site. No reservation is required for parking. Plus, the hotel offers private parking for the guests' convenience.

What's the nightly rate at Reef Palms?

The base rate at Reef Palms is approximately $101. Be informed that this can vary depending on your room choice and booking dates. Enter dates for a tailored price.

What types of rooms does Reef Palms offer?

Reef Palms hotel offers a variety of room types, including Twin Room - Studio, Deluxe Family Room, Deluxe Studio with Spa Bath, Quadruple Room - Studio, Triple Studio, and Queen Room - Studio. All rooms are non-smoking and have different occupancies ranging from 2 adults and 1 child to 4 adults and 3 children. Bed sizes include Queen, Twin, and Double beds, and the room sizes range from 388 sqft to 452 sqft.

What is there to do in Reef Palms?

Guests at Reef Palms can spend their time enjoying the leisure amenities available at the hotel. They can relax by the outdoor swimming pool, which features a shallow end and offers a saltwater experience. The pool is open all year round, allowing guests to enjoy it regardless of the season. For adults looking for some quiet and relaxation, there is another pool that is exclusively for adults.

In addition to the pools, guests can also take advantage of other activities offered by the hotel. They can engage in snorkeling, horseback riding, diving, hiking, canoeing, and fishing. For those who prefer indoor activities, the hotel provides board games and puzzles to keep them entertained. Guests can also indulge in some spa treatments at the hotel's spa facilities or simply relax in the spa tub. The hotel also has a golf course for guests who enjoy a round of golf.

Is there a swimming pool at Reef Palms?

The hotel has two pools. Pool 1 is available all season, located outdoors, and features saltwater and a shallow end. Pool 2 is also available all season, located outdoors, and has age restrictions for adults only.

Can I use my credit card at Reef Palms?

Yes, you can use your credit card at Reef Palms. The accepted payment methods include American Express, Visa, Mastercard, and Eftpos. Cash is also accepted as a payment method.