An outdoor pool, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area are available at this motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, conference space, laundry facilities and tour/ticket assistance are on-site.
Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat offers 91 air-conditioned accommodations, with free toiletries. Televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat, you'll be within walking distance of Port of Airlie. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an outdoor pool. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
Free self-parking
Take a swim in the outdoor pool
Services include tour or ticket assistance, luggage storage and wedding services
On-site recreation includes mountain biking, hiking/biking trails and yoga classes
Just a 2-minute drive from Port of Airlie and a few minutes from Airlie Beach Market
Airport shuttle service available for a fee
Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
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 motel.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Internet access
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
Free uncovered self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Things to do
Bicycle tours
Hiking/biking trails
Mountain biking
Outdoor pool
Pilates classes
Yoga classes
Family friendly
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
Conference space
Meeting room
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Accessibility
No lift
More
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Designated smoking areas
Reception hall
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
24-inch TV with digital channels
More
Air conditioning
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
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
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.
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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
This property's front desk is open during the following times:
Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
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).
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 402 reviews
10 - Excellent
175
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 402 reviews
8 - Good
156
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 402 reviews
6 - Okay
51
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 402 reviews
4 - Poor
15
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 402 reviews
2 - Terrible
5
8.6/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tahlia Emily
19 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Clean room and the main reception person was absolutely lovely.
Tahlia Emily
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay
Leanne
17 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Room was very clean but very small and wasn’t what I expected however the staff at reception were very helpful and friendly we would come back again but would definitely pick a bigger room
Leanne
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good
Joanne
12 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean room and the staff were very helpful and friendly
Joanne
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Rudranil Prosad
23 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Reception desk is very co operative and helping always there to guide with right information.
Rudranil Prosad
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay
David
31 Dec 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Decent back packer style property but a little far out of town and reliance on buses required
David
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Nicola
6 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A lovely quiet stay.
Nicola
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good
Jake
27 Nov 2025
Liked: Room comfort, communication
Was really nice to be in with nature and the birds was extremely hot but it was saved with the air conditioning in the room
Jake
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julian
27 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place, will stay there again
Julian
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Fraser
8 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice tidy unit. All we needed. Gas hob didn't work in the communal kitchen so we used the bbq instead.
Fraser
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Prawesh
27 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely place for a short holiday, Mission beach is Epic in the morning.
Prawesh
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Cassandra
20 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Cassandra
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Hugo
12 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was super clean, very quiet T nights, non smoking areas. Amenities included including laundry making it convenient.
Staff was friendly and willing to help. The bus runs efficiently and so cheap. I would stay here again.
Hugo
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Katie
6 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic place to stay if you have pets. Friendly staff and great pool and facilities.
Katie
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jaylah
3 Mar 2024
Liked: Amenities
Was amazing stay facilities were great not far drive from Airlie
Jaylah
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Adrian
5 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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!
Adrian
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Douglas
8 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fabulous, economical accommodations at Airlie Beach.
Douglas
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Lorraine
19 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very comfortable villa,and staff very friendly and helpful.
Lorraine
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Tina
1 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is absolutely amazing!
Best part is it’s pet friendly
Tina
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
4/10 Poor
greg
15 Mar 2026
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Tv wouldn’t work they wouldn’t fix it advertises daily housekeeping saw no one in 4 days had to go the shops toilet paper sugar etc as they wouldn’t replace any of it rude n no good
greg
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Summa
31 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Would highly recommend Kipara for a quiet & friendly place to stay, surrounded by nature.
Summa
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christina
29 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean and comfortable with only minutes to Airlie Beach.
Christina
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay
Michelle
19 Sept 2025
Liked: Communication
The girls at front reception were very helpful and welcoming. We stayed in a pet friendly cabin it was clean, small but good for an overnight stay. Pool area is clean and inviting looks like it has recently had a refurbishment done. Short walk down the road to the convenience store, but a drive to go into town for dinner.
Michelle
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrew
28 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location out of busy Airlie. Great friendly and knowledgeable staff.
Staff were great rooms clean and bed comfortable.
The only bad complaint rooms way to far away from car park. Trolley would be great for luggage and other necessities. Had to make a few trips not great with bad ankle
Sue
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ozzy
16 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Lovely place to stay and the staff and reception are very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. Very nice place