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The Summit Rainforest Retreat

4.0 star property
Family-friendly Atherton guesthouse with outdoor pool, connected to the convention center

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Outdoor spa tub
Panoramic House, 4 Bedrooms, Valley View, Mountainside | Living room
Front of property
Property amenity
1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Nestled close to Curtain Fig National Park, The Summit Rainforest Retreat offers a serene escape with a spa tub and an outdoor pool. Unwind in the garden or lounge by the fireplace in the lobby, where you can also stay connected with WiFi.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Internet access

Main amenities (12)

  • Outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Babysitting
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Shopping center shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $84
$92 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7

Room options

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View all photos for Majestic Room, Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Kind Bed, Valley View, Mountainside, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Majestic Room, Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Kind Bed, Valley View, Mountainside, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Highchair
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Private kitchen | Highchair

Superior Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Mabi Room, Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Highchair
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Fern Room, Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Highchair
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Panoramic House, 4 Bedrooms, Valley View, Mountainside | Living room

Panoramic House, 4 Bedrooms, Valley View, Mountainside

Highlights

Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
  • 400 sq m
  • Sleeps 9
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Pantry Room, Basic Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor

1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Pantry Room, Basic Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Highchair
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Living area

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private plunge pool
Kitchenette
  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
22 Twelfth Ave, Atherton, QLD, 4883

What's nearby

  • Crystal Caves - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Platypus Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Chinatown - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Hou Wang Temple - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Crater Lakes National Park - 16 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 76 min drive
  • Tolga Station - 8 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Tolga Hotel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Khan's Curries - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Summit Rainforest Retreat

Enjoy your visit to Atherton with a stay at The Summit Rainforest Retreat. Guests can get a morning swim in at the outdoor pool, and the hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. Other highlights at this Colonial guest house include a children's pool, a terrace, and a garden.

Languages

English

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 3 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 9:30 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Up to 6 children (2 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • Babysitting*

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • WiFi in rooms*

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Onsite extended parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Free offsite parking nearby

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available on request)*

Offsite

    • Area shuttle within 10 km*
    • Shopping center shuttle*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Safari nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Skiing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Conference center (581 square feet of space)

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike storage
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2004
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bicycle parking
  • Hot tub
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Colonial architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
ROOM

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shampoo
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • WiFi (surcharge)
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Highchair

More

  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guestrooms for AUD 15 per day (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Area shuttle and shopping center shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 10.0 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 8 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 40 mi (65 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.
This property is professionally cleaned.

Also known as

Summit Rainforest Retreat
Summit Rainforest Retreat Apartment
Summit Rainforest Retreat Apartment Atherton
Summit Rainforest Retreat Atherton
Summit Rainforest Retreat Aparthotel Atherton
Summit Rainforest Retreat Aparthotel
The Summit Rainforest Retreat Atherton
The Summit Rainforest Retreat Guesthouse
The Summit Rainforest Retreat Guesthouse Atherton
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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at The Summit Rainforest Retreat?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at The Summit Rainforest Retreat?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Summit Rainforest Retreat?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Summit Rainforest Retreat?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Summit Rainforest Retreat?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 9:30 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Summit Rainforest Retreat and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and hiking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes game viewing, safari tours, and ecotours. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. The Summit Rainforest Retreat also has a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around The Summit Rainforest Retreat like?

The Summit Rainforest Retreat is located a short 13-minute walk from Hallorans Hill Conservation Park.

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The Summit Rainforest Retreat Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Accomodation Type
Adults
View
Bed

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Was a wonderful time spent there. Had everything we needed in the room and was clean and tidy. The view was amazing and would stay there again.
Chantel, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Amazing view, place was clean, we had a very relaxing time, thank you
Sandrine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A fantastic place for a group or family stay lot's of room.
Rob, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

This is a nice place to stay. It's clean and quiet but it could do with air conditioning. The 9.30 am checkout will have some scrambling to meet the exit time.
Trevor, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

It was a convenient place to stay.
Helen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely quiet location with beautiful views over Atherton
Karen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was very convenient and affordable for my needs.
Ranjini, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

No air conditioning where it was most needed, in the bedroom …..
Anthony, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great little hideaway, a few more signs would help get there. Great look over Atherton
scott, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Spotlessly clean and spacious with a useful kitchen
Birgitte, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A quiet, peaceful place to stay. Our unit was very clean and roomy. Loved the king bed. Would highly recommend.
Cassandra, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean property Plenty of room in the units

2/10 Poor

No WIFI. DURTY SECURITY ZERO 10 KM to Shoppung Center No personal.
Karina, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was great except that the toilet has a major leak so we found out in the morning when nearly slipping in a puddle of water on the tiles in the bathroom. Otherwise the trip and room were great. We would definitely come back again
Rae-Marie, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

This is a great location. The only thing that could be more apparent when you book is that you are getting a room within a house. So there is a lot of shared spaces that you need to be aware of. If you are taking the whole place it has great view and grounds

2/10 Poor

Not available last minute and could not find the property or call at the last minute early in the morning after booking on day of stay after a huge work commitment driving grain cairns to Mareeba to Atherton to Turn around and drive all the way back to Cairns after 0200. Was a shame as was looking forward to staying there it seemed a lovely place to stay at the lady minute. Maybe next time
Bianca, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

The name is misleading, didn't see any rainforest, just a bit of bushland on the drive up the dirt road to the retreat. While clean, the room is sterile and date, with minimal appointments. The bathroom is much too small for 2 adults let alone for a room that is fitted out to accommodate 5 people. No staff on site while we were there. No air con control so we were not able to make the room comfortable. We would have been more comfortable in a cabin in a caravan park and it would have cost us 1/3 the price.
Michele, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Expedia rebooked us into this property, which is associated with Blue Gum B&B and Summit B&B, neither of which provide breakfast. The instructions for collecting the keys at Blue Gum provided a phone number and required us to phone at least 24 hours prior to arrival to receive the instructions. The phone number didn't work and after trying to contact the property for well over 24 hours we contacted Expedia. Likewise they couldn't contact the property so rebooked us at what turned out to be an associated property. The view from Summit was great and we were lucky that the other guests were nice people but the facilities were overpriced and we didn't receive value for money.
Joyanne, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

When we booked the accommodation it was showing that it’s for up to 6 people but we got charged $40 as we were 4 adults and 1 child. In addition, we paid $20 for the internet but it still did not work. Very poor internet. So, in total we got charged $60 which should’ve not been charged.
2-night trip

4/10 Fair

It was raining and on twilight when we arrived, we had to drive up a gravel road, past some storage tanks to what looked like a deserted place, an automated lockbox that we then had to work out where to go. Turns out we were in a room in a shared house . It was seriously creepy and we felt isolated as there was nothing around except bushes and no lights or civilization . If I was there on my own, I would have turned around found somewhere else to stay . It was clean and smelt sterile . The blinds in the room had broken slats which didn’t help with the feeling that we were in a deserted house high on a hill above Atherton in the middle of the night. Just to top it off, someone came into another room in the middle of the night just to freak us out more ! It would be great for 4 couples to take over whole house , on ur own , no !
Shane, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Upon arrived, there was no staff to greet guests. Only a box with security codes. Pool covered over, looked abandoned and scarce. Not like the pictures online. “Unit” 3 was clearly a conference room. Table against the wall no chairs. Positive if we wanted to run a classroom we had a projector and a white board along with tables under the TV to educate them. Also included sauna bedrooms so if the temperature rose dramatically we would have to luxury of sweating our butts off due to no air conditioning. If you want a stay that’s run like a seminar then this is for you! Can’t complain about the service as there was none.
Dianna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Phil, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Dissapointed

Average stay. Tv didnt work, flat batteries in remote. Sons bed sheet was dirty. Didnt look like a damp cloth used in bedroom. Very dusty, mirror was very dusty. Smelled of mould when we opened door. Toaster was full of crumbs. Not sure when this was last cleaned. Only one towel per person and no pool towel. No spare bin bags. Tried to call office at 4.30pm but just got message. The web page suggested nice views, only for some. Ours was a blank wall from the verandah or a telstra tower. The front doors were all glass and looked straight at the bunk beds. No curtain or blind for privacy.
Rick, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Paul, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay in the Majestic Suite was delightful
Steve, 1-night trip