The Summit Rainforest Retreat

See all properties

Choose dates to view prices

Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

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

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Pool

Parking included

Laundry

Business services

Explore the area

22 Twelfth Ave, Atherton, QLD, 4883

Hallorans Hill Conservation Park
13 min walk
Crystal Caves
3 min drive
Chinatown
4 min drive
Mareeba, QLD (MRG)
22 min drive

Room options

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

25 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Superior Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

25 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Mabi Room, Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

20 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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

15 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Panoramic House, 4 Bedrooms, Valley View, Mountainside

400 sq m
Sleeps 9
2 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

60 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

12 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bunk Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

75 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Similar properties

Pool

Hot tub

Kids pool

Parking included

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

5 Dec - 6 Dec

About this property

Family-friendly guesthouse with free parking connected to the convention center in Atherton

This smoke-free guesthouse features an outdoor pool, a conference center, and a spa tub. Self parking is free. Additionally, a business center, conference space, and a children's pool are onsite. Housekeeping is not available.

The Summit Rainforest Retreat offers 3 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. This Atherton guesthouse provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested.

An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a spa tub are on site.

Children under 8 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

With your stay at The Summit Rainforest Retreat, you'll be connected to the convention center and within walking distance of Hallorans Hill Conservation Park. Enjoy features like free self parking, plus an outdoor pool and a conference center.

Free self parking
WiFi for a fee
Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the spa tub
Services include babysitting, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Curtain Fig National Park and 11.1 mi (17.8 km) from Crater Lakes National Park
Airport, shopping center, and local-area shuttle service available for a fee

The Summit Rainforest Retreat offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor pool, and a spa tub. A business center and a meeting room are available. Event space at this guesthouse measures 581 square feet (54 square meters) and includes a conference center. An area shuttle within 10 km and an airport shuttle (available on request) are available for a fee. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly The Summit Rainforest Retreat. Free self parking is available. The property offers extended parking privileges.

This Colonial Atherton guesthouse is smoke free.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: WiFi (AUD 15 per day)

Parking and public transport

Free self-parking on site
Motorhome/coach/lorry parking on site
Extended parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Free off-site parking
Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
Airport shuttle on request
Local area shuttle (surcharge) up to 10 km
Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)

Things to do

Bike parking
Bike storage
Children's pool
Outdoor pool
A hot tub

Family friendly

Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's pool
High chair
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool

Guest services

Change of towels (on request)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
No housekeeping
Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

Business centre
Conference centre (581 square feet of space)
A meeting room

Outdoors

BBQ grill(s)
Garden
Picnic area
Pool sunloungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
This property does not have any lifts
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

100% renewable energy
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive recycling policy
Fireplace in reception
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Smoke-free property
TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bed sheets
Blackout drapes/curtains

Bathroom

Shampoo
Towels

Free local calls
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Phone
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Contactless check-out available

Express 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 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

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! Up to 6 children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Fee for in-room wireless internet: AUD 15 per day (rates may vary)
Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

This property is professionally cleaned

The Summit Rainforest Retreat offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. This property does not have a front desk. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information and key retrieval information. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance.

We should mention

Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the guesthouse before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Up to 6 children 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is 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

The Summit Rainforest Retreat 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

6/10 Okay

Simon

Business traveller

11 Aug 2024

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Shane

Travelled with partner

8 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Staff & service

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 !

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Joyanne

Travelled with partner

15 Jul 2024

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

2 Jul 2024

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ranjini

Travelled with family and small children

16 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It was very convenient and affordable for my needs.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

david

Travelled with partner

29 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

quiet until other guests came home late in lounge area

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Travelled with partner

27 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

A fantastic place for a group or family stay lot's of room.

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with family

6 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Second time at this beautiful location, enjoy staying there.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family

1 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Bianca

Business traveller

8 Oct 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

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

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Michele

Travelled with partner

24 Sept 2023

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities

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.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Birgitte

Travelled with family

26 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Spotlessly clean and spacious with a useful kitchen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Helen

Travelled with family

24 Jul 2023

It was a convenient place to stay.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jamie

Travelled with family

18 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Dianna

Travelled with family and small children

14 Jul 2023

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

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.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Travelled with family

28 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Darren

4 Jan 2023

Liked: Staff & service, amenities

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

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Travelled with family and small children

4 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Clean property Plenty of room in the units

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with partner

19 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Lovely quiet location with beautiful views over Atherton

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Business traveller

18 Aug 2022

Liked: Room comfort

Great place to stay. Great location.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

scott

Travelled with family

13 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great little hideaway, a few more signs would help get there. Great look over Atherton

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Cassandra

Travelled with family

8 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Phill

Business traveller

15 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Clean and tidy

Clean and tidy room. Good bed with decent pillows and a good shower.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Travelled with partner

29 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice, quiet, clean and relaxing Downside property didn’t contact me back regarding how to check in past the said check in Raine stated on the website, got there with the only direction of a code (had to ask another guest where to go), tried calling the property to find out where exactly our room was located, they didn’t answer, there is also no maps or signage showing where rooms are so we wandered around for a bit looking for the room. Made for a stressful start

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Riva

Travelled with partner

7 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Great view! Excellent patio, deck pool and spa area. Attention in the majestic room is required for timber sliding and security doors. Top and bottom sliders not matching holes. Unable to lock doors. Aluminium windows do not slide in well. Shower taps dripping and toilet flushing system constantly noisy and leaking. On a personal note I didn’t like the shared experience due to my food being eaten by other guests and noise coming from the kitchen after midnight.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022