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Reviews of Oskar's Rain Forest Retreat

5 Trana Court Nelly Bay, 4819 Nelly Bay, Australia

#3 of 84 hotels in Nelly Bay

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Review score

Based on 40 B&B reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.6

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.4

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 5 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was the perfect location for us. Private and quiet to rest and relax. Supplied breakfast was delicious.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful deck and rainforest backdrop! Bed very comfortable and Debbie is a really friendly and helpful host. Easy walk into Nelly Bay

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2023

    9.0
    Delightful rainforest oasis
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really friendly. Relaxing place. Loved sitting on the deck watching the birds. Feels wonderfully secluded.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing everything was great

    Thankyou Debbie for catering for our every need during our stay whilst also remaining uninvasive

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 October 2022

    10
    Paradise!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    From the moment we arrived we felt like we had stepped into a secret piece of paradise ✨️ The room and bathroom were well designed and presented beautifully. Relaxing on the verandah with the wildlife and lush tropical gardens made for a perfect escape. The breakfast provided each morning was a scrumptious way to start the day!! Will definitely recommend and will surely be back!!

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful location, host went above and beyond to prepare the room which was extremely homely and exceeded all expectations.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the room and decking are in deep shade so there is not much sunlight. I think this is so you get to see the wildlife close up. also the chap at the property uses the afternoons to hose and wash the decking below which can be a bit of a nuisance if you are there. we asked for this to stop and it did.

    immaculate presentation. beautifully furnished, attention to detail. very comfy bed, excellent shower, gorgeous outdoor decking looking directly at rainforest. cockatoos looking straight back at you! lovely fridge style breakfasts too. the dawn chorus of birds is magnificent, but noisy! also, wallabies come and go. delightful! the property is quite a way out of Nelly bay but the excellent bus service runs right by a minute away. don't hire a car, they can't go anywhere that the bus can't. day ticket on bus $6. car hire for a day $70 minimum.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2022

    10
    A perfect place to soak up the natural gifts of Magnetic Island, and be spoilt with charm.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing - well done!

    This is the perfect little oasis from which to explore Magnetic Island and retreat back to your own little slice of rainforest. The attention to detail in every aspect of this accommodation, from lovely natural scented toiletries to local themed artworks and vintage styling - it was a perfect escape. I also can't leave a review without mentioning the extravagant full breakfast that the host provided each morning, complete with delicious tropical fruits.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2022

    10
    Beautiful rainforest retreat. Very comfortable and relaxing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stunning property set in the forest. You feel that you are tucked away in the rainforest but the town is so close by so it is the perfect location. Relaxing on the balcony listening to all of the wildlife is a very special experience. The host is so lovely and goes out of her way to make your stay very comfortable. Highly recommended.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 13 July 2022

    9.0
    Rinforest sanctuary not far from town. Idyllic.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The 4 poster bed although ornate was a little soft and did rattle a bit more than I would like.

    Breakfast was excellent with great fresh fruit platter, cereals and toast. The location is beautiful with abundant wildlife right out the backdoor. A true Queensland rainforest experience. The place is beautifully furnished with antique furniture.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 July 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Weather is not perfect, colder than expected.

    Garden is beautiful. Bed is very comfortable. Bathroom and shower are nice and clean. The whole house is tastefully decorated. Debbie is a great host briefing us with very useful local info.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2022

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights

    It is a lovely and cosy place. Every morning, we woke up with cockatoos in front of our windows, flying around from tree to tree. The bus stop is just 3 minutes away, and we really appreciated that the house wasn't too close to the main areas, as the place was peaceful and we enjoyed the nature sound. We recommend this place 100%

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 January 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I love the location really peaceful

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2021

    9.0
    Quiet and restful but plenty to do if you wanted to.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Oskar’s was a real surprise. The accommodation was in the middle of a private rainforest which attracted a variety of birds included white cockatoos, lorikeets, spangled drongos, paddy melons just to name a few.. the plants and trees were magnificent and very well looked after. The decor in the accommodation was beautiful and the bed and chairs etc all very comfortable. The breakfast was enough. Debbie was a great host.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2021

    10
    Would definitely recommend to anyone who dislikes resort accommodation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Could work out the TV.

    Facilities exceeded the photos. Stylish, quirky and private. We had everything that we needed and Debbie’s assistance with things to see and do were great.

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: 15 July 2021

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    we had a massive plate of local fruits and breads. There was cereal available. Everything about this b and b was first class. We had a great time, the locals are very helpful and friendly. It was our first time on the island, we will schedule another trip in the future.

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2021

    10
    So worth a visit!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful accommodation with lots of gorgeous and unique vintage furniture, and lots of local birdlife and wildlife to add to that tropical retreat atmosphere (we loved having breakfast on the beautiful private balcony in view of our new bird friends). Lovely unobtrusive host who was quick to respond if needed, showed us around the room and told us a bit about the island on arrival - and also offered additional heating options when there were unusually cold evenings for the region (being from the Adelaide Hills we barely noticed and found the existing extra blankets sufficient!). Generous breakfast that keeps you going all day - perfect for those big days out hiking and snorkelling! It was difficult to leave and we'd love to stay again another time!

    Stayed in June 2021

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2021

    9.0
    A lovely place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights

    It was a delight to stay at Oskars. The location was easy to get to either by bus, walking or scooter. Debbie made us feel very welcomed and gave us lots of local information. Breakfast was lovely and fresh each morning. It was a great way to start the day amongst the trees with the local birds and the little rock wallabies joining us. We would go back again and recommend Oskars for a lovely quiet place to stay and relax.

    Stayed in May 2021

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2021

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike

    Peaceful, beautiful close to everything and lovely hosts

    Stayed in May 2021

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2021

    9.0
    Really enjoyed our stay on Magnetic Island.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Elegant old queenslander located right among the rainforest. Beautifully decorated and very functional furniture. Great breakfast.

    Stayed in May 2021

  • Reviewed: 6 January 2022

    10
    a beautiful rainforest retreat, central location, clean, spacious, thoughtful extra touches, breakfast and wine included
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    spacious, lovely decor, clean, well equipped, delicious breakfast, free wine, great view from deck

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2021

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A separate kitchen sink would be the only improvement I could think of for any guests wanting to self cater more

    Beautiful location, sitting on the deck really does feel like you're in the middle of the rainforest. The room was very comfortable

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in August 2023

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