The Reef House Adults Only Bespoke EscapesvsCairns Central YHA Backpackers Hostel
Both hotels are recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, The Reef House Palm Cove - MGallery Collection scores significantly higher than Cairns Central YHA Backpackers Hostel. The Reef House Palm Cove - MGallery Collection ranks #5 in Cairns with accolades from 4 sources including Frommer's, Jetsetter and Lonely Planet.
The Reef House Adults Only Bespoke Escapes
99 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove, Queensland 4879
From $172/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Verandah Spa rooms have a Jacuzzi on the balcony, overlook the pool, waterfalls, and lush gardens, and have extra touches... and balconies within earshot of the ocean." Full review
Fodor's
"There's a lovely beach just across the street, but if the ocean doesn't call you... there are three pools (one saltwater) in the resort complex, as well as two hot tubs." Full review
Jetsetter
"Tropical home away from home with an award-winning spa, pretty pool and topnotch eats a short drive from the Great Barrier Reef." Full review
Afar Magazine
"I recently spent some time in Far North Queensland, Australia. While I can’t vouch for every hotel in the Cairns area, I can provide the highest recommendation based on my own experiences..." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Located in the heart of Palm Cove village in North Queensland, this one-time family home on Williams Esplanade still practices some of its old traditions." Full review
Frommer's
"The old colonial-style Reef House has a romantic feel about it—the white walls are swathed in bougainvillea, the beds are draped in mosquito netting, and rooms have white wicker chairs" Full review
Cairns Central YHA Backpackers Hostel
20 - 26 McLeod St, Cairns, Queensland 4870
From $11/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Pool
Rough Guide
"Large, friendly and well-kept hostel with good security and a cool pool. Lots of doubles and some family rooms. Dorm $30, double $79."
Lonely Planet
"Bright, spotless and professionally staffed. Our independent authors have visited Cairns Central YHA and selected this as one of our recommended hostels in Cairns." Full review