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Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

3.0 star property
3-star aparthotel near Port of Airlie

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space

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2614 Shute Harboour Road, PO Box 562, Jubilee Pocket, QLD, 4802
  • Place, Port of Airlie
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Airlie Beach Lagoon
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Coral Sea Marina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, 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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Vintage Cabin

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

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Queen Room

  • 142 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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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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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1 Bedroom Cabin

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

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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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Budget Double Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Dog friendly cabin

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

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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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Double Room With Private Bathroom | Terrace/patio

Double Room With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Jubilee Pocket

In Jubilee Pocket .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Jubilee Pocket aparthotel, you'll find Port of Airlie and Boathaven Beach. Airlie Beach Market and Airlie Beach Lagoon are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Port of Airlie - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Boathaven Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Airlie Beach Lagoon - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Airlie Beach Market - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Coral Sea Marina - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Proserpine Station - 25 min drive
  • Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Magnums Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Nomads Airlie Beach Hostel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Marina - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Whitsunday Sailing Club - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

3-star aparthotel near Port of Airlie
As a guest of Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat, you'll find an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Jubilee Pocket aparthotel.

  • 91 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Convenience store
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat offers 91 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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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: AUD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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

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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat to the airport?

Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat is 25.8 mi (36-min drive) away from the Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of AUD 20 per person, one-way.

How close is Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat to the beach?

This aparthotel is 1.7 mi (3-min drive) from Boathaven Beach and 1.8 mi (4-min drive) from Airlie Beach Lagoon. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat offer free breakfast?

Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this aparthotel.

What time is check-in at Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat?

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

Is there free parking at Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat?

This aparthotel offers free self parking.

Does Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat have a pool?

Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat features an outdoor pool.

Does Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this aparthotel.

How close is Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat to downtown Jubilee Pocket?

Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat is 0.7 mi away from Jubilee Pocket.

Reviews

Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 382 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 150 out of 382 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 382 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 382 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 382 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another fantastic stay at Kipara, I have stayed here many times and it is clean, cmfortable and affordable. good location, easy parking and good facilities. will be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Kipara Rainforest retreat

Overnight stop only. Room was Ok. Clean and functional. Limited breakfast selection is provided if required
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marie-Claire

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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

Verified traveler

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