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Reviews of Daintree Rainforest Retreat Motel 4 stars

1473 Cape Tribulation Road, 4873 Cape Tribulation, Australia

Review score

Based on 229 hotel reviews

6.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    6.6

  • Comfort

    6.8

  • Location

    8.1

  • Facilities

    6.2

  • Staff

    8.1

  • Value for money

    6.7

  • Free WiFi

    4.7

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  • Reviewed: 22 July 2023

    6.0
    Part of our adventure.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room - 5 Guests (#9)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property had been damaged 3 weeks previously and there was water in many of the rooms. The motel only had power for our one room. I felt a little concern for the safety of the place, and would have appreciated knowing about the situation previously. This is a lovely motel, but could do with some work as well as the repairs.

    The approachability of the staff. The host was very willing and available. The atmosphere of the place was lovely, relaxed. We were glad they were able to accommodate us.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 December 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Queen Triple Room - 3 Guests (#7)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    too hot and mozzi

    closer ro Daintree discovery centre good location

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 3 December 2022

    7.0
    stunning area
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room - 5 Guests (#9)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    it needs some investment by the owners. could be amazing and fill many niches in the area. there are few food options so make sure you stop off in Mossman and get food before you take the barge over.

    centrally located. a great base for a stay in the Daintree. the manager Cameron is very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 25 October 2022

    5.0
    Accommodation reasonable for tropical rainforest but lacking on some basics.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Kitchenette - 2 Guests (#1,3,4,6)
    • Stayed 1 night

    We stayed only briefly so to be too critical would be unfair. Overall, the room looked/felt tired and also lacking in some basic facilities (eg. only one cup and plate for 2-person room). The greatest annoyance were some chain-smokers outside their room. We had to keep our door closed - not ideal in hot humid conditions. A smokers corner away from bedrooms is needed.

    Location was lush and green. It's Daintree - what's not to like about that. Reception on arrival was very good. Pleasant local man who showed us around and to our room. Well rehearsed info and thorough in his knowledge of district.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 23 October 2022

    7.0
    A comfortable and peaceful place in an extraordinary location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room - 2 Guests (#8)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are a few improvement opportunities in the buildings and the room facilities. The facility itself has good potential.

    Peaceful and great location

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2022

    7.0
    General manager tried to accommodate our needs within the restraints of the location, very friendly
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room - 6 Guests (#11)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Location, gardens

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 4 October 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room - 5 Guests (#9)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Barbeque needs replacing. Bathroom could be cleaned a little better, mould in corners.. Need better selection of glasses, coffee mugs. 3 single beds in cramped space, only 2 were needed as booked for kids. TV didn't work in the room. Wifi not consistent/ hardly worked.

    Welcomed by friendly staff, given a tour, lovely grounds, places to relax and chill. Quiet. Location amongst rainforest ...beautiful. Pool area lovely. Double bedroom lovely. With nice bedside tables and lamps.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 September 2022

    7.0
    Perfect for an overnighter to experience all that this amazing area has to offer.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room - 4 Guests (#10)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No hot water but as it is solar in the middle of the rainforest I wasn’t really expecting it. Wifi was patchy but again to be expected. We didn’t use the pool as were only there overnight.

    Lovely location. Neat and comfortable rooms.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 September 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Kitchenette - 2 Guests (#1,3,4,6)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mouldy room cigarette butts left in tray outside rooms. No TV in room no access for phone calls. Water turned off because of leaks in other room

    Good location and reasonable price

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with Kitchenette (#2)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Water supply to our room disappeared 3 times during our 2 day stay. Problems with the bore system apparently was the reason given.

    Surrounded by forest and bird sounds was magical. The pool ringed with exotic trees was a fabulous place to spend a hot afternoon. Very welcoming and helpful staff.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2022

    5.0
    This could be fabulous and has a lot of potential.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with Kitchenette (#2)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Needs a bit of a clean.

    Great location. Beautiful surrounds. Sheets and towels clean. Little sitting area in the room was great.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2022

    7.0
    Great value for staying comfortably in the middle of the rainforest.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room - 4 Guests (#10)
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place needs some TLC overall.

    Good size rooms and nice common areas.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2022

    5.0
    Get what you pay for
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Triple Room - 3 Guests (#7)
    • Stayed 1 night

    Managers dog was all over the place

    Good size room. Quiet

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2022

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Kitchenette - 2 Guests (#1,3,4,6)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    unkempt

    natural environment

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2022

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room with Kitchenette (#2)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no TV in the room, poor wifi connection, the room needed a good clean as did all the outdoor areas

    There was very little to like. The placed felt unloved and all areas needed a good clean

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 26 July 2022

    5.0
    Saved by the bell "popcorn"
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room - 5 Guests (#9)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No air con, tv didn't work

    He offered us popcorn while walking past ✌️

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 26 July 2022

    7.0
    Was like staying at faulty towers (as in the TV show)
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Triple Room - 3 Guests (#7)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Communal kitchen as unable to prepare meals in units

    No breakfast offered

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2022

    7.0
    Motel is very basic but quite spacious. It has become quite tired and run down but has great potential to become somethi
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room - 4 Guests (#10)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bbq area needs an upgrade, carpet needs to be replaced in the bedroom, there are no coffee cups, only tiny tea cups. The kitchenette would benefit from a small cooktop and oven as dining options are very limited in the area. There is no tv in the rooms either

    The location deep in the Daintree forest is quite magical. The rooms are quite large, the beds are comfortable and the water is hot. The pool is also nice.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room - 5 Guests (#9)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Property was a bit tired. Needs some TLC.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2022

    5.0
    If it had hot water it would be value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room - 6 Guests (#11)
    • Stayed 1 night

    No hot water

    the location

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2022

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room - 4 Guests (#10)
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The motel is desperate for updating. There is not enough towels , cutlery , plates or cups to go around all the rooms. Bbq area is grotty. It is a lovely location which could be incredible with some love and care.

    Location was beautiful. Cam is a wonderful host who tries really hard to make his guests comfortable. Cam is knowledgeable about the area and gives good advice. Pool is lovely.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2022

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room - 5 Guests (#9)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pool wasn't functioning, tv not working, poor internet, bbq area tired and dirty, mismatch of crockery in the kitchen and not enough of it. A bit tired and needs TLC.

    Comfortable beds, quiet, location.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 7 July 2022

    7.0
    Pleasant stay in Cow Bay Area, just north of Daintree River crossing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room - 2 Guests (#8)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only one teabag in room and even though I asked for more, they never materialised.

    Lovely aspect in the rainforest. Room overlooked grassed courtyard. En-suite facilities, wifi, limited kitchen in room. Very pleasant, clean and quiet. Manager Cam was very chilled and helpful, suggesting places to go/eat. He recommended Lync-Haven for an evening meal, but we found we weren’t able to eat there as we weren’t staying there! Went to Crocodylus Village in Cow Bay instead and it was excellent.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 30 June 2022

    6.0
    Clean, quiet boutique motel. Good location. Basic but perfect to experience the Daintree
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room - 4 Guests (#10)
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location. Met some lovely people. Quiet and relaxing.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2022

    6.0
    If Cameron was better supported, resourced, budgeted, he could do amazing things with this location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room with Kitchenette - 2 Guests (#1,3,4,6)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    That it is not living up to potential

    The property has soooo much potential, however, Cameron (manager) is NOT supported by his head company. He is working so hard and often subsidising his parent company with basic hotel expenses. Shame on Birch hotel group.

    Stayed in June 2022

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