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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
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Property amenity
4 bedrooms, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Mountain view

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Internet access
Main amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Spa tub
  • Babysitting
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Shopping center shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The price is $88
includes taxes & fees
$79 per night
Dec 1 - Dec 2

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

4 bedrooms, 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
  • 269 sq ft
  • 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
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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4 bedrooms, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Mabi Room, Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Highchair
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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4 bedrooms, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

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

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Highchair
  • 161 sq ft
  • 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
  • 4306 sq ft
  • 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 | 4 bedrooms, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 646 sq ft
  • 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

4 bedrooms, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

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

Highlights

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

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Living area

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Highlights

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

Standard Room with Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Triple Room with Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

One Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Studio with Garden View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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4 bedrooms, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Four Bedroom House

  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 King Bed

King Room with Mountain View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Interior entrance

Atherton Blue Gum

Pool
Airport transfer
Free parking
Connecting rooms available
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (114)
The price is $85
includes taxes & fees
$77 per night
Nov 29 - Nov 30
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About the neighborhood

Map
22 Twelfth Ave, Atherton, QLD, 4883

What's nearby

  • Hallorans Hill Conservation Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Crystal Caves - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Platypus Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Crater Lakes National Park - 17 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Tinaroo Dam - 18 min drive - 16.7 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 spa 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

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

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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 will receive an email with special 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

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
  • Spa 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 amenities

Home comfort

  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • 4 bedrooms
  • 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

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'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 security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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

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 spa 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.

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

John, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

this property was very clean and spacious
Kenneth, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The advert for this property is not clear and should state that its a shared homestead. Its an acreage home that has multiple bedrooms with ensuits, a lounge and kitchen shared with others. There is no fridge in the rooms, just a shared fridge in the main kitchen, No AC - just a small convection heater for those cold nights and completely see-through curtains leading out onto an open rear deck.... the advert actually states blockout curtains? There are no staff on site so a code is required to collect your keys on arrival and being at the end of a dirt road with limited lighting on site, i would be cautious if travelling alone especial in the late hrs.
Simon, 2-night business trip
Verified Wotif guest review

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 romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

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 romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sandra, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

It was very convenient and affordable for my needs.
Ranjini, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very Good

quiet until other guests came home late in lounge area
david, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Second time at this beautiful location, enjoy staying there.
Kim, 2-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

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 family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

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 business trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

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 romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Spotlessly clean and spacious with a useful kitchen
Birgitte, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

It was a convenient place to stay.
Helen, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very Good

Jamie, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

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 family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Adam, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

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
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Clean property Plenty of room in the units
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Lovely quiet location with beautiful views over Atherton
Karen, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

Great place to stay. Great location.
Michelle, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

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

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 family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very Good

Clean and tidy
Clean and tidy room. Good bed with decent pillows and a good shower.
Phill, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review