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The Summit Rainforest Retreat

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

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Outdoor spa tub
Front of property
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Panoramic House, 4 Bedrooms, Valley View, Mountainside | Living room
Superior Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Living area

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Business services

Room options

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
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

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

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Mabi Room, Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

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

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Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
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

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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 | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

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

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
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

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

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 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Superior Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

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

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Four Bedroom House

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

King Room with Mountain View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Two Bedroom Apartment With Garden View

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
22 Twelfth Ave, Atherton, QLD, 4883

What's nearby

  • Hallorans Hill Conservation Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Crystal Caves - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Platypus Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Mt. Baldy - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Crater Lakes National Park - 16 min drive - 12.8 miles

Getting around

  • Tolga Station - 8 min drive
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 76 min drive

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

Upscale family-friendly guesthouse near Crater Lakes National Park
Located close to Curtain Fig National Park, The Summit Rainforest Retreat provides a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with in-room WiFi (surcharge), and guests can find other amenities such as a fireplace in the lobby and a business center.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Extended parking, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, babysitting (surcharge), and bicycle parking
Room features
All guestrooms at The Summit Rainforest Retreat have amenities such as WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and phones

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 10 km
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 3 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2004
  • Colonial architecture
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

More

  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
6 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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 is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children under 8 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Summit Rainforest Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is The Summit Rainforest Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Summit Rainforest Retreat?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Summit Rainforest Retreat?

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

What time is check-out at The Summit Rainforest Retreat?

Check-out is at 9:30 AM.

Does The Summit Rainforest Retreat provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is The Summit Rainforest Retreat located?

Located near the airport, this family-friendly guesthouse is 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Curtain Fig National Park and 11.1 mi (17.8 km) from Crater Lakes National Park. Mount Hypipamee Crater and Millaa Millaa Falls are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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The Summit Rainforest Retreat Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 83 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chantel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sandrine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view, place was clean, we had a very relaxing time, thank you
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay in the Majestic Suite was delightful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob

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

8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time at this beautiful location, enjoy staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this property was very clean and spacious
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the views. Will come back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Helen

It was a convenient place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Ranjini

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

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely quiet location with beautiful views over Atherton
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Anthony

No air conditioning where it was most needed, in the bedroom …..
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No WIFI. DURTY SECURITY ZERO 10 KM to Shoppung Center No personal.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

scott

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

10/10 Excellent

Birgitte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spotlessly clean and spacious with a useful kitchen
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rae-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness
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
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean property Plenty of room in the units

8/10 Good

Cassandra

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

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
quiet until other guests came home late in lounge area
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Darren

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

2/10 Terrible

Bianca

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

6/10 Okay

Simon

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

6/10 Okay

Joyanne

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

4/10 Poor

Michele

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

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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