Reef Palms
41-47 Digger St corner McKenzie Street, Cairns, Queensland 4870 Australia
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#28 of 171 hotels in Cairns
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Welcome to Reef Palms, your Cairns “home away from home.” Reef Palms aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year.
For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting Cairns, Reef Palms Hotel is located a short distance from McLeod Street Pioneer Cemetery (0.5 mi) and St Monica's Cathedral (0.9 mi).
Rooms at Reef Palms Hotel offer a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a kitchenette providing exceptional comfort and convenience, and guests can go online with free wifi.
A pool and breakfast will also help to make your stay even more special. If you are driving to Reef Palms Hotel, free parking is available.
If you’re looking for a French restaurant, consider a visit to C'est Bon Restaurant Francais, Petit Cafe Cairns, or M Yogo, which are all conveniently located a short distance from Reef Palms.
If you are interested in exploring Cairns, check out a government building, such as Cairns District Court.
Reef Palms puts the best of Cairns at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Breakfast available
Free shuttle or taxi services
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Laundry service
Parking
Wifi
Outdoor pool
Fence around pool
Breakfast buffet
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Airport transportation
Shuttle bus service
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Self-serve laundry
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Room features
Air conditioning
Private balcony
Iron
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
Kitchenware
Flatscreen TV
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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Languages Spoken
English
Location
61Somewhat walkable
Grade: 61 out of 100
17Restaurantswithin 0.5 km
3Attractionswithin 0.5 km
41-47 Digger St corner McKenzie Street, Cairns, Queensland 4870 Australia
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We stayed only 1 night as it was conveniently located near the airport for our early morning departure. But we would have been happy staying a couple of night here. The room was large and super-clean. The beds comfortable and it all felt like nice quality, pool was lovely and clean and well maintained. Particularly for the price - we were surprised at how nice it was considering the price paid. All in all for a few night in cairns I would recommend this place.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Only one key for three of us, if one went out, the others would have the bathroom in darkness as it is attached to power tab. No mention of reusing towels in the room. Apparently the small print on their website says the room will only be serviced after day 4. They reluctantly gave us new towels. Three guests, four pillows (total) Drinking glasses were old plastic scratched glasses. How easy it could’ve been to have glass drinking glasses? Standard reply from reception “It’s company policy”
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
Room Tip: Bring your own drinking glasses and pillows.
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This was one of the worst experiences I have ever had. The motel was dirty, everything in the room was either broken or rusted along with plenty of filth. The curtains were half off the tracks. There was only 1 glass, teaspoon and no equipment to use the stovetop. I think the booking companies need to take this off their sites. It’s not good for their reputation
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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There is no longer breakfast. The airport shuttle doesn’t run. The guy at the front desk didn’t want to exchange our towels after 3 days of heavy use. Kitchen use was limited by cookware. Room was clean, beds were comfortable. Pool was nice, don’t be fooled by the odd colour of the pool.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: I would look elsewhere first. It worked for our family and budget but would look elsewhere first...
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Very dated, lots of broken items. No staff around after 7pm. There was no staff even for check out at 10am. My room was very noisy, it was at the back near the carpark, back door banging all day and night. I would not recommend.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Room Tip: A noisy hotel. It’s under a flight path so lots of planes flying over. A bit far from the centre...
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Very tired resort with the verandah being covered in grime and stains. Putrid area which needs a good clean. Room has the basics but would have been better if they supplied milk for the coffee!! They really need to do something about the flight paths in Cairns as most go right over the tourist strip area from 6am onwards. Don't recommend as too dingy and over-priced.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Room Tip: Better value elsewhere.
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The room was very dirty, there was a horrible smell. The hairdryer was broken and there were 3 cockroaches running along the bed and on the door when we woke up. Is not worth your Money. The receptionist was kind when we checked in.
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Don’t book here
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Big clean rooms with good beds. Our room also had a kitchen which helps reduce food costs. Hotel in north of town in quiet location close to airport rather than main town so good for people with a car
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Date of stay: March 2023
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I notified the hotel 9 days prior to my arrival that I will be arriving after hours and that if there are any issues with this to let me know and I'll book somewhere else. They said this is fine and that a key will be available for me to collect when I arrive. I arrived at the hotel, collected my key and made my way to my room. As I find it a man I have never met enters my room then a few minutes later leaves and says to me that he went into the wrong room. As I'm a single female traveller having someone I don't know enter and exit my allocated room at 2am isn't the most comforting thing. Upon entering the room both the taps were turned on full, there was no hot water from either of the taps or the shower, the smoke alarm was beeping every couple of minutes as it needs a battery replaced and a bowl of chicken stir-fry had been left from the last guest in the fridge. As it was 2am I knew none of these issues were going to be fixed and I also just wanted to get to sleep and on finding each of the problems I messaged the hotel to ensure they would be aware of these issues when I checked out the next morning. On check out I notified the guy at reception of how my stay was and all was told that sometimes the housekeepers don't lock the doors after they have cleaned and a couple of oh how strange. I then messaged the hotel and got a response from the manager saying that the state of the room was fully their fault and that they were busy the day before so he did not have time to check the room. Only apologies were given which I see as unacceptable due to be booking this accommodation for the pure purpose of being able to sleep and having a warm shower.…
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Room Tip: Just don't stay here
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Was there for a short business trip but had very friendly staff and accommodating. clean room and quiet not to noisy. Had a veary nice outdoor area, good to realx and unwide in the afternoon. Was reasonably priced and will definitely come again.
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled on business
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PRICE RANGE
USD 66 - USD 112 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
reef palms cairns, reef palms hotel cairns
LOCATION
AustraliaQueenslandCairns RegionCairns
NUMBER OF ROOMS
42
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Frequently Asked Questions about Reef Palms
Which popular attractions are close to Reef Palms?
Nearby attractions include Crackerbox Palace (0.3 km), Opal Art Global (0.2 km), and Landmark Gallery (0.5 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Reef Palms?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at Reef Palms?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Reef Palms?
Guests can enjoy breakfast, barbeque facilities, and complimentary tea during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Reef Palms?
Conveniently located restaurants include Guyala Cafe, Dunwoody's Tavern & Liquor Barn, and Blue Mango Cafe and Wine Bar.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Reef Palms?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Reef Palms have an airport shuttle?
Yes, Reef Palms offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Does Reef Palms have airport transportation?
Yes, Reef Palms offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Reef Palms?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.