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Thala Beach Nature Reserve

4.5 star property
Luxury resort on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools

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2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; ocean views
Reception
Lobby sitting area
Escape to the tranquil Thala Beach Nature Reserve, nestled near Four Mile Beach. Soak up the sun on your private beach or by one of two outdoor pools, and enjoy activities like hiking/biking and beach yoga. Savor a delicious meal at Osprey's Restaurant with ocean views or unwind with a spa treatment.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Spa

Room options

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Coral Sea Bungalow

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 484 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Terrace/patio

Sandpiper Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
  • 700 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Eucalypt Bungalow

Eucalypt Bungalow

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

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Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Jungle Walk Bungalow

Jungle Walk Bungalow

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Birdwing Suite

Birdwing Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
HDTV
  • 700 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Kingfisher Suite

Kingfisher Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
HDTV
  • 700 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Birdwing Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Eucalypt Bungalow

  • Sleeps 2

Family Bungalow

  • Sleeps 4

Jungle Walk Bungalow

  • Sleeps 2

Bungalow Coral Sea

  • Sleeps 2

Kingfisher Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Sandpiper Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Map
Private Road. 5078 Capt Cook Highway, Oak Beach, QLD, 4877

What's nearby

  • Oak Beach - 11 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Four Mile Beach - 21 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Four Mile Beach Park - 21 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Macrossan Street - 25 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina - 26 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

  • Kuranda Station - 55 min drive
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Turtle Cove - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Shack - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Aluco - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Barrier Tavern - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Devil’s Thumb Distillery - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Thala Beach Nature Reserve

Luxury resort near Four Mile Beach
Shopping on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Thala Beach Nature Reserve. With a private beach, sun loungers, and kayaking, this resort is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, reflexology, or a body treatment. The on-site restaurant, Osprey's Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and ocean views. Enjoy onsite activities like hiking/biking, ecotours, and beach yoga. In addition to a library and a bar, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Additional perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a video library
  • A 24-hour front desk, concierge services, and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 83 individually furnished rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like desk chairs and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and free toiletries
  • HDTVs with digital channels and DVD players
  • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and free infant beds

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 15 km
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 42 for adults and AUD 22 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Osprey's Restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 24-hour pool access
  • Beach yoga
  • Books
  • Ecotours
  • Games
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • Video library

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • DVD player
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room crib
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center (1,615 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • 83 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1998
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately AUD 42 for adults and AUD 22 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 60 per person (one-way)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent

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 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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
24-hour pool access
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Thala
Thala Beach
Thala Beach Lodge
Thala Lodge
Thala Lodge Beach
Thala Beach Hotel Port Douglas
Thala Beach Resort
Thala Beach Nature Reserve Hotel
Thala Nature Reserve Hotel
Thala Beach Nature Reserve
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Thala Beach Nature Reserve Resort
Thala Nature Reserve Resort
Thala Beach Lodge
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Thala Nature Reserve Oak
Thala Beach Nature Reserve Resort
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Thala Beach Nature Reserve Resort Oak Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does Thala Beach Nature Reserve have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

How much does it cost to stay at Thala Beach Nature Reserve?

As of Aug 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thala Beach Nature Reserve on Aug 24, 2025 start from CA $458.51, 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.

Is Thala Beach Nature Reserve pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Thala Beach Nature Reserve?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thala Beach Nature Reserve?

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

What time is check-out at Thala Beach Nature Reserve?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Thala Beach Nature Reserve provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs at scheduled times. A fee of AUD 60 per person applies.

Where is Thala Beach Nature Reserve located?

Nestled on the beach, this Oak Beach resort is within 12 mi (20 km) of Four Mile Beach, Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina, and Rex Smeal Park. Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station is 25 mi (40.3 km) away.

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Thala Beach Nature Reserve Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 431 out of 582 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 582 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 582 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 582 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 582 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location - feel like you are part of nature and the food was very good at their restaurant.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serena Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a stunning place! We loved the natural features and the serenity of the reserve. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing. Will be back. Like having your own private little national park to stay in
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyndele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful resort placed in the middle of a wonderful nature park with private beach. Highly recommend. Also the coconut tour was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rainforest bliss

what an amazing hotel; lovely staff, amazing rooms, golf buggies to get you around… We were in heaven!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place with a fantastic story
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thala Beach Nature Reserve is a wonderful escape! We wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Great food
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eshan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay at. Friendly staff and very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and beach. Great staff, delicious breakfast and dinners, onsite birding & nature .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Paradise

Always amazing to stay here
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

jayendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is located on a nature reserve, so it very quiet. There are a couple of walks the stargazers is worth doing it is step access so to stay here you do need to be mobile steps to your rooms and to reception it is in the middle of nowhere so if your happy to have one choice of restaurant it is fine
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our stay at Thala Beach. Such a relaxing getaway in a wonderful location. Our private bungalow was perfect and we spent most of our stay exploring the properties many walks, lookouts and beach, and thanks again for organising the day tour to Cape Tribulation for us, it was fantastic! Can't wait to come again, and already sending others your way!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bowie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting, fantastic staffs, love the wallabies and birds!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barclay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great resort, no weaknesses
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is amazing. Bungalow style rooms scattered through the rainforest, connected by very walkable paved paths. The staff was great. The food was good. But it is the property itself that makes this place special.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic customer service! Property is remote and it truly is a lovely get away. Transportation to the nearest town can be arranged by the hotel but times may not be the most convenient. Dining was great, service very good.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb rainforest setting. Attentive staff. Good food.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property with friendly and helpful staff. We really enjoyed our stay here and was fantastic for a few days relaxing and exploring the area up to Daintree and Port Douglas. We spent two nights eating in the restaurant and the food was top class. If I had any improvement it would be to heat the pool as it was freezing at this time of the year so we only used it for a quick dip and where the ones I saw use it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hollee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is wonderful, just south of Port Douglas. Right in the bush! Right in nature! Great facilities, bungalow up to date and luxurious.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful secluded rainforest property with its own beautiful beach. Good size room; eco friendly but parking was not near the room and restaurant was so/so
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved being away from any built environment, nestled amongst the trees, ocean and cliffs, lots of birds and feeling of being in nature. The restaurant is a stunning location but the food is hit and miss, limited menu, and expensive. Staff are warm and friendly. The resort has a slightly worn fee about it. But if you’re looking for a slightly rustic eco retreat vibe, it’s great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Couldn’t give five starts because no internet in rooms and fairly poor even at the lodge- this is important to almost everyone now, get it fixed!
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2024