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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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Relax in a serene hot tub surrounded by lush greenery and breathtaking mountain views.
Relax in a serene outdoor space with comfortable seating and lush greenery.
Relax in this inviting living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a patio area offering a view of the outdoors.
Relax in this serene space with a large bed and sliding door leading to an outdoor area with a view of lush greenery.
Relax in this stylish living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a TV on a wooden cabinet, surrounded by a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

Popular amenities

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

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22 Twelfth Ave, Atherton, QLD, 4883
  • Crystal Caves
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Platypus Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Crater Lakes National Park
    ‪16 min drive‬

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Room options

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

1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

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

  • 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

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Mabi Room, Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Mabi Room, Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Fern Room, Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

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

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Panoramic House, 4 Bedrooms, Valley View, Mountainside

Panoramic House, 4 Bedrooms, Valley View, Mountainside | Living room

Panoramic House, 4 Bedrooms, Valley View, Mountainside

  • 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 | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 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

1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 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 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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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi

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

About the neighborhood

Atherton

The Summit Rainforest Retreat places you 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Curtain Fig National Park. This 3-room, 4-star guesthouse has an outdoor pool along with free self parking and a hot tub. It's connected to the convention center in central Atherton, and a short drive from Crystal Caves and Hallorans Hill Conservation Park.
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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

Family-friendly guesthouse with free parking connected to the convention center in Atherton
At The Summit Rainforest Retreat, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee (available on request). Staff members are on hand to provide tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage. Other amenities at this family-friendly guesthouse include a conference center, a business center, and express check-in.
Guests can stay connected with WiFi. Free local calls are also included. Housekeeping is not available.
An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot 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.

Languages

English

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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
  • Smoking not allowed

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 must contact the property in advance for 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 6 kids 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 9:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available on request), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The guesthouse can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the guesthouse at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

What can I see near The Summit Rainforest Retreat?

This guesthouse is located in Atherton, just steps from Hallorans Hill Conservation Park. You'll also find Crystal Caves and Platypus Park within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Summit Rainforest Retreat?

As of Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Summit Rainforest Retreat on Aug 6, 2025 start from $83.41, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at The Summit Rainforest Retreat?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse. Accessible parking, RV/bus/truck parking, and bicycle parking are also available.

Does The Summit Rainforest Retreat have a casino at the property?

No, The Summit Rainforest Retreat doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Summit Rainforest Retreat?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Summit Rainforest Retreat?

There are many amenities for couples at this guesthouse, including an outdoor pool plus some accommodations feature private plunge pools and fireplaces.

Are there hot tubs at The Summit Rainforest Retreat?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does The Summit Rainforest Retreat have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Summit Rainforest Retreat doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Summit Rainforest Retreat allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Summit Rainforest Retreat.

Are there connecting rooms at The Summit Rainforest Retreat?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Summit Rainforest Retreat?

Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse offer a deck where guests can enjoy garden or mountain views.

The Summit Rainforest Retreat Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 86 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

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

8/10 Good

Trevor

Business traveler
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

Chantel

Traveled with family
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

6/10 Okay

Rick

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness

Dissapointed

Average stay. Tv didnt work, flat batteries in remote. Sons bed sheet was dirty. Didnt look like a damp cloth used in bedroom. Very dusty, mirror was very dusty. Smelled of mould when we opened door. Toaster was full of crumbs. Not sure when this was last cleaned. Only one towel per person and no pool towel. No spare bin bags. Tried to call office at 4.30pm but just got message. The web page suggested nice views, only for some. Ours was a blank wall from the verandah or a telstra tower. The front doors were all glass and looked straight at the bunk beds. No curtain or blind for privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

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

Marine

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

6/10 Okay

John

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rae-Marie

Traveled with family
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

8/10 Good

Kenneth

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

6/10 Okay

Simon

Business traveler
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

Traveled with partner
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

Traveled with partner
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

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ranjini

Traveled with family and small children
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

Traveled with partner
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

Traveled with partner
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

Traveled with family
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 traveler

Traveled with family
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 traveler
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

Traveled with partner
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

Traveled with family
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

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