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Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

3.0 star property

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space
$94
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10

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2614 Shute Harboour Road, PO Box 562, Jubilee Pocket, QLD, 4802
  • Port of Airlie
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airlie Beach Lagoon
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Coral Sea Marina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room with Private Bathroom | Terrace/patio

Single Room with Private Bathroom

  • 154 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Vintage Villa

  • 285 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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2 Bedroom Villa

  • 388 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Budget Double Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Quad Cabin | Living area | 24-inch TV with digital channels

Deluxe Quad Cabin

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Vintage Cabin

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 Bedroom Accessible Cabin

  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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1 Bedroom Cabin

  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Queen Room

  • 142 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Dog friendly cabin

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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2 Bedroom Cabin

  • 388 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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About this property

Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

3-star Jubilee Pocket aparthotel close to Port of Airlie
An outdoor pool, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area are available at this aparthotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, conference space, laundry facilities, and tour/ticket assistance are onsite. Each apartment offers a TV with digital channels, plus a shower and free toiletries.
Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat offers 91 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool.

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

Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat features an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. For a surcharge, an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is offered to guests. This Jubilee Pocket aparthotel also offers tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and laundry facilities. Onsite uncovered self parking is complimentary.

Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat has designated areas for smoking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch TV with digital channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total
  • Fee: AUD 50 per pet per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms
  • Food and water bowls

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Vending machine
  • Wedding services

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Pilates classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Segway rentals/tours nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Window guards
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 91 units
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Bicycle parking
  • Garden
  • Reception hall

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 6:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:30 AM - 4:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of AUD 50 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 20 per person (one-way)
  • Pet fee: AUD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and window guards
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 373 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 147 out of 373 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 373 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 373 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 373 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Denise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small but clean and comfortable Bonus light continental breakfast Girl on front desk was so helpful and accommodating and pleasant Left our bags till transfer arrived Pool Good value for money as I booked through wotif Early checkin not a problem
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely quiet stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prawesh

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place for a short holiday, Mission beach is Epic in the morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Zenko

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
We were luckily in one of the newer cabins, so the accommodation itself was fresh and upgraded compared to others around the site. Not a particularly thorough job when it came to the cleaning - attention to detail in certain areas were lacking. We had to swap towels a few times are they were given to us with stains on them. The communal areas need revamping and improving as they feel dirty and run-down. Breakfast was poor - really limited options and when things ran out they weren't replaced (despite reporting these to reception). So much more could be done with the breakfast hall! Location was perfect for what we needed and a really short drive away from the main town of Airlie and other local walks. Free onsite parking was also super convenient. An average stay overall, but did the job for a few nights.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karenina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely gorgeous rainforest retreat. Nice simple breakfast options. Bed was super comfy. It is quite a way from the town centre (not walkable or at least a LOOONG walk) but that added to the quietness.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

milagro

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
all good
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cool location with nice units. The only letdown is lack of wi-fi in the rooms. We had to go to the kitchen for a connection.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lourda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff made you so welcoming and helpful as I was travelling solo very safe so beautiful I even stayed an extra night highly recommend and didn’t want to leave Lou Lou 🇮🇪
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Ally

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fay

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great place for a retreat! Clean and great staff

Both Melanie and Rene were amazing! Very helpful and informative. Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous, economical accommodations at Airlie Beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Kiara

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was reasonable price for my short stay. Unit was immaculate and very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable villa,and staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good however the wifi signal is poor and wouldn’t connect.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Very comfortable

Very peaceful place, perfect to be chill and relax as I wanted. I got always instructions via email about my trip related with check in and check out as well, definitely I would come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay if you have pets. Friendly staff and great pool and facilities.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This place is absolutely amazing! Best part is it’s pet friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location out of busy Airlie. Great friendly and knowledgeable staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jamie-lee

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
our room was outdated , but clean and priced very well for what it was . would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here at Kipara. The property exceeded our expectations and we just lived staying here. Reception was super helpful with booking all our tours and providing recommendations for dining and local activities. We will be back, thank you
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024