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Daintree Rainforest Retreat
3.5 star property

Comfortable motel in Cow Bay with free parking

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Daintree Rainforest Retreat

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
Twin Suite | View from room
Queen Suite with Kitchenette | Bathroom sink
Front of property

Overview of Daintree Rainforest Retreat

Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

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Map
1473 Cape Tribulation Road, Cow Bay, QLD, 4873
  • Popular LocationDaintree Discovery Centre12 min walk
  • Popular LocationDaintree National Park19 min walk
  • Popular LocationCafe Crocs3 min drive
  • Popular LocationSpirits of Daintree5 min drive
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Room options

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Family 5

Family 5

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 Large Twin Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Queen Suite | View from room

Queen Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family 6 | Private kitchenette

Family 6

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Twin Suite with Kitchenette | Private kitchenette

Twin Suite with Kitchenette

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes, WiFi

Twin Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family 4

Family 4

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Queen Suite with Kitchenette

Queen Suite with Kitchenette

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (264)
The price is CA $174
per night
CA $191 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
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About the area

Cow Bay

Located in Cow Bay, Daintree Rainforest Retreat is in a national park and near a boardwalk/promenade. Daintree Rainforest and Wet Tropics of Queensland reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Daintree Discovery Centre and Daintree Wild Zoo. Hook-A-Barra and Daintree Mangroves Wildlife Sanctuary are also worth visiting. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like horse riding, mountain biking, and hiking/biking trails, or hop on a bike rental nearby and take a self-guided tour around Cow Bay.
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What's nearby

  • Daintree Discovery Centre - 12 min walk
  • Jindalba Boardwalk - 4 min drive
  • Daintree Rainforest - 9 min drive
  • Daintree Mangroves Wildlife Sanctuary - 27 min drive
  • Daintree Village - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • Daintree Teahouse Restaurant - 27 min drive
  • Cape Trib Beach House - 8 min drive
  • Daintree Wild Bed & Breakfast - 24 min drive
  • Lync-Haven - 6 min drive
  • Julaymba Restaurant - 25 min drive

About this property

Daintree Rainforest Retreat

Motel in a national park
A terrace, a garden, and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at Daintree Rainforest Retreat. Adventurous travelers may like the ziplining at this motel. In addition to conference space, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and 2 meeting rooms
  • Books and helicopter/airplane tours
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as high-speed internet.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and soap
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free covered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Books
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 269 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from September 5 2023 to October 31 2023 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Meeting facilities
  • Recreation facilities
  • Spa/Beauty services
This property will be closed from September 5 2023 to October 31 2023 for renovations and will resume operation once the renovation is complete (completion date subject to change).
 

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and 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

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Daintree Rainforest Retreat
Daintree Rainforest Retreat Motel
Daintree Retreat
Rainforest Retreat Daintree
Rainforest Retreat Motel
Daintree Rainforest Retreat Daintree Region/Cow Bay
Daintree Rainforest Retreat Hotel Cow Bay
Daintree Rainforest Retreat Motel Cow Bay
Daintree Rainforest Retreat Cow Bay
Daintree Rainforest Retreat Motel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Daintree Rainforest Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. One of the pools will be unavailable from September 5 2023 to October 31 2023 (dates subject to change).

Is Daintree Rainforest Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Daintree Rainforest Retreat?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Daintree Rainforest Retreat?

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

What time is check-out at Daintree Rainforest Retreat?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Daintree Rainforest Retreat located?

Situated in a national park, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Wet Tropics of Queensland, Daintree Discovery Centre, and Kaba-Kada Nature Refuge. Daintree National Park and Jindalba Boardwalk are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Daintree Rainforest Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 149 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 149 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 149 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 149 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 149 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Edward

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
When we arrived, the entire place appeared abandoned suddenly, no one there, some room doors open. We called out and no one responded. The place was in disrepair and dirty. The experience was creepy and we left, to find another motel. We want our money back!

2/10 Terrible

Catherine

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was nothing to like. They were out of business. The grounds were disgusting. Windows we’re broken and had plywood of plastic over them. Bed frames and garbs
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Craig

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Booked and paid for accomodation only to arrive and find the place has closed down, so we had nowhere to stay for the night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

robin

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Even though we received a message the day of our arrival we coming us they we closed. Property was very unkept. Very hard to find. No cell service.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Alex

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Being in the middle of the rainforest was amazing, especially at night when a massive rainstorm came through. The place has a rustic charm. There is only one staff person and he does the best he can to make you comfortable. The location to the ferry and Cape Tribulation is perfect.

2/10 Terrible

Clint

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wanted to love the place...but don't.
I wanted to enjoy this place...but the check in was brutal. Closed for the first hour, the place looked deserted. After an hour, I was called and said check in was finally ready. Checked into the room, it was less than clean - long black hairs everywhere, no towels for a shower. Black mold on the kitchen walls. I have photos of all this. In speaking with the check in person, from check in, I was promised towels. I texted him once, reminded him again while he was walking about .. yet never received any towels. In speaking with other guests, they informed me it took them three days to get towels. They had an extra clean one they gave to me .. The place advertises Wifi, but it isnt in the rooms, only in one common area. It also advertises AC, but again, no AC in the actual rooms. I am not one to negatively review a place...I've stayed at a lot of hotels in the last couple of years...this place takes top spot in categories that you don't want to lead in ..
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort was quiet and peaceful and conveniently located close to things. The staff were very pleasant. There was a problem with the plumbing which interrupted the water supply for a few days.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

Anusha Vijay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The room and the property was clean and good. But the room did not had fan working in poor condition, it was difficult for us to tolerate the heat. On asking for a better alternative we were told this is a forest and we shld make do with it. The Wi-Fi was crap too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Trent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful setting and quiet location. It is a little away from food and meal options so BYO or be prepared to drive up to Cape Trib and in-between for lunch or dinner options. Limited breakfast options. Rooms have a microwave and basic crockery and utensils, but no sink and there is no camp kitchen in the BBQ area which makes cleaning difficult in the bathroom sink. The site is on generator power so be prepared for some small hiccups but nothing dramatic at all. Wifi is available but good for messages only, not websites or social media.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022