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The Reef Retreat Frommer's Very Highly Recommended

Address
10-14 Harpa St
Location Palm Cove, On the Northern Beaches
Transportation Bus: 1, 1B 1X, 2X, or N
Phone 07/4059 1744
Fax 07/4059 1745
Web site www.reefretreat.com.au
Room Information 36 units, all with shower only
Prices A$180 (US$162/£81) studio double; A$195 (US$176/£88) suite; A$310 (US$279/£140) 2-bedroom villa for up to 4; A$245 (US$221/£111) town house for up to 4. Extra person A$25 (US$23/£11). Children under 3 stay free in parent's room with existing bedding. Crib A$25 (US$23/£11)
Credit Cards AE, MC, V
In Room Amenities A/C, TV/DVD, dataport, kitchenette, fridge, coffeemaker, hair dryer, iron
Parking Free parking

Frommer's Review

Tucked back one row of buildings from the beach is this little gem -- a low-rise collection of contemporary studios and suites built around a swimming pool in a grove of palms and silver Paperbarks. All the rooms have cool tile floors and smart teak and cane furniture and were renovated and refurbished in 2006. The studios are a terrific value and much larger than the average hotel room. Some suites have two rooms; others have a Jacuzzi and a kitchenette outside on the balcony. There are also two-bedroom villas, and across the road from the complex is a two-bedroom town house, both of which sleep up to six people. There's a barbecue and a Jacuzzi on the grounds. There's no elevator. Units are serviced once for every 5-day stay. Extra cleanings are A$18 to A$48 (US$16-US$43/£8.10-£22).

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Facilities:
Outdoor saltwater pool; nearby golf course; nearby tennis courts; Jacuzzi; tour desk; car-rental desk; coin-op laundry; laundry service; dry cleaning

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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