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Daintree Wilderness Lodge

3.5 star property
Boardwalk/promenade lodge with free breakfast and restaurant

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Reception
Twin/Tripe Rainforest Cabin
Lounge
Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished
Hiking

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$412
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May

Explore the area

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83 Cape Tribulation Road, Diwan, QLD, 4873
  • Daintree Discovery Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Daintree Rainforest
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Daintree Entomological Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin/Tripe Rainforest Cabin

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Rainforest Cabin

Cabin

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Diwan

At Daintree Wilderness Lodge, you'll be 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Daintree Discovery Centre and 5.4 km (3.4 mi) from Daintree Rainforest. Highlights at this lodge include free cooked-to-order breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, CYCAD, is open for breakfast and dinner. The lodge's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a hot tub. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Diwan lodge include Thornton Beach and Marrdja Botanical Walk.
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What's nearby

  • Daintree Discovery Centre - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Daintree Rainforest - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Daintree Entomological Museum - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Jindalba Boardwalk - 8 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Alexandra Bay Waterfall - 9 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 121 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Daintree Teahouse Restaurant - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Lync-Haven - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Crossroads Cafe - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Cape Trib Beach House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Julaymba Restaurant - ‬36 min drive

About this property

Daintree Wilderness Lodge

Boardwalk/promenade lodge with free breakfast and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A hot tub, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Daintree Wilderness Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Diwan lodge is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 8 buildings
  • Built in 1991
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Daintree Wilderness Lodge offers 7 accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Indonesian

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8 AM to 9 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • CYCAD

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Library

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 4 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests requiring dinner at the lodge and planning to arrive after 4 PM must contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 10 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 10 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children 10 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Daintree Lodge
Daintree Wilderness Lodge
Wilderness Lodge Daintree
Daintree Wilderness Hotel Diwan
Daintree Wilderness Lodge Diwan
Daintree Wilderness Diwan

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Daintree Wilderness Lodge?

Daintree Wilderness Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Daintree Wilderness Lodge?

As of 18 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Daintree Wilderness Lodge on 12 May 2025 start from NZ$411.50, including 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 parking available at Daintree Wilderness Lodge?

Yep, Daintree Wilderness Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Daintree Wilderness Lodge?

The closest beach to Daintree Wilderness Lodge is Myall Beach (15.7 km).

What makes Daintree Wilderness Lodge a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and al fresco dining, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Daintree Wilderness Lodge.

Does Daintree Wilderness Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, free cooked-to-order brekkie is available daily between 8 AM and 9 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Daintree Wilderness Lodge?

No, Daintree Wilderness Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Daintree Wilderness Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Daintree Wilderness Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Daintree Wilderness Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Daintree Wilderness Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 98 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Damien

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

Forest Oasis!

Hidden gem in the Daintree, individual cabins immersed in the rainforest. Onsite restaurant serving surprisingly good grub given the remote location! Rooms are spacious, comfortable and clean. Fabulous base from which to explore the Daintree. Great Barrier Reef easily accessible from nearby Cape Tribulation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Katie, Calgary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Nice location that is quiet. Beware that there is no wifi in your room or cable. They have dvd players but the movies they have are old. Some maintenance does need to be completed on the room and some extra cleaning in certain areas that collect dust.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staying in a cabin in a rainforest is always going to be unique. The cabin was well equipped and spacious. The dining system worked well and our hostess was knowledgeable and helpful. We particularly liked the walk available around the property which was marked out by pink ribbons.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great one night stay. The cabins were thoughtfully set up to ensure a comfortable stay. The cabins were light and airy and really maximised the experience of staying in the rainforest. Also saw a cassowary come feed near the main board walk - the experience was surreal!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lynne

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff went out of their way to accommodate our needs. We appreciated the very eco conscious approach.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah, Tallahassee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We saw a cassowary close up within a few minutes of our check in! The food was very good (limited menu). The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was nothing we didn’t like. Loved the wilderness environment and its quiet seclusion, the Nature Walk and the dining experience. Special thanks to Ann who made every effort to help us sight Cassowaries, and who was a delightful staff member. It was my second time at the lodge and lived up to every memory. Angela and Di.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Warren

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
It's an eco lodge don't expect 5 stars
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Piotr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Five star location, three star resort

The location is beautiful amongst the trees. The cabins and public area's are tired and need repair. From a price point the cabins are quite expensive and not well maintained.
Cabin
Bed inside cabin
inside cabin
bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cody, Floral Park

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Secluded rainforest accommodation in need of reno

We recently spent a night at the Daintree Wilderness Lodge as part of our honeymoon. The location was gorgeous being within the Daintree rainforest, however this also meant it was quite isolated. Despite there being a restaurant onsite with limited menu selections, other dining options were about a 26 minute drive away. Unfortunately the cabins were in need of a refresh, as they felt quite old and rundown. The cabins had an old and small tv, an aircon which wasn’t adjustable, and the rooms had an overall dark and damp feeling to it. All staff were really lovely and friendly. A nice place to stay if you’re after a remote stay in the rainforest, however we didn’t feel it was a good value for money given the high price and condition of the accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abhishek

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cool cabins emersed in the rainforest
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Karen

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I felt that you don't get value for money!!! Spa a non event with lack of time availability and no where to sit comfortably around the area and to order anything eg drink from the bar you have to go to reception to ring for service and feel like you are interrupting no blow-dryer in the room as mentioned in ammenties which was annoying discovering this on the day of checkout when i wanted to ne better presented for the Airport. I generally felt the whole stay lacked a nice welcoming vibe

10/10 Excellent

Dr Graeme

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Lodge exceeded our expectation. The individual lodges were very well appointed and tucked away in the forest. When we arrived the staff were very helpful, as they were throughout our four day stay. The meals were varied and imaginative ... well done chef! Diwan is centrally located in the Daintree so the Lodge is a good spot from which to explore. We loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved the Daintree Wilderness Lodge's location and charm. Each cabin is surrounded by beautiful fan palms making you feel encapsulated by rainforest. Highly recommend for a true Daintrew experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Shelley

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

A Little Slice of Heaven

This was an amazing getaway for Antoine who wants to experience the true serenity and beauty of the Daintree Rainforest!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a unique experience. Was amazing waking up to the sound of rain in the middle of the rain forest
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Very much in the ‘Daintree feeling’ and close to nature. Very basic accommodation which is not a problem at all, just not for the price paid.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

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

We will be back

We really enjoyed our stay at the Wilderness Lodge. We really felt a part of the Daintree by staying in our little cabin amongsth the rainforest and being able to watch the cassowaries walk past our door was very special. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a amazing little place. Great food, lovely host, and on the footstep to the forest Awesome bathroom view! We'll be back for sure
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Vicki, Sunshine Coast

Travelled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location surrounded by rainforest is excellent with lots of birds around. Staff were pleasant. I stayed here years ago when it had been recently built and it was gorgeous. However it's a bit run down now. The airconditioner was on a 2 hour time limit but there was no point even turning it on as it barely worked and the little bit of air coming out was warm. We tried to open some windows instead and a couple nearly fell out of their frames so we couldn't open and close regularly. The room was so hot (even overnight when ambient temperature cooled down a bit and even with the fan going all night on the highest (noisy) speed) that it was really uncomfortable. Also the advertised free WiFi was not available. We were told this was because "the phone lines are down" but we asked other businesses in the area and they said that wasn't the case. We asked for help with the aircon on the first night but the staff member on duty didn't know how to use it. We also mentioned these problems to the manager when we were leaving and she said she thought the windows had been fixed and didn't seem to understand the problem with the airconditioning. It was still a nice place to stay but does need some maintenance.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019