21 Baird Road, 4895 Cooktown, Australia
#1 of 15 hotels in Cooktown
Guests' ChoiceBased on 384 hotel reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.8
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.8
Free WiFi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 20 April 2024
Jennifer
Australiaamazing location, spectacular view, spacious room with fantastic facilities.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Tanya
AustraliaLoved it. It was amazing ❤️❤️.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 25 February 2024
Tim
AustraliaOne night was just not enough ;(
Everything! Absolutely perfect in every way
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 22 February 2024
Michael
JapanNot applicable. I was more than satisfied with this accommodation in every way. Please stay here - you will have a great experience.
This is a beautiful place to stay. Friendly hosts, immaculately clean, and amazing views of the Endeavour River. I highly recommend this wonderful place.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 21 February 2024
Michael
AustraliaUsed the prime account , awesome what he’d reacher
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 11 February 2024
Joyce
AustraliaGave the feeling of being home
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 8 February 2024
Tee
AustraliaAlthough it was earmarked as a non smoking property, on of the guests in the neighboring room smoked outside pretty much the whole time which was really disappointing as the overpowering smell permeated the whole place and made sitting outside uncomfortable.
It was a lovely location, very clean, excellent value for money and great, welcoming host.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 3 December 2023
Mriah
AustraliaThe most unreal view over the river was to die for, the pictures don't do it justice. Literally sat and just looked out for hours in the afternoon it was so beautiful. Terri was very friendly and welcoming, and this was probably one of the cleanest places I've ever stayed. Bed was comfortable, room was spacious and aircon worked well. Location is great, a very short drive into town (literally like 4 mins). Could not recommend this place enough, and I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again on my next trip to Cooktown.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 30 November 2023
Raymond
AustraliaNothing really
An excellent and pleasant experience staying Riva-La-Vista Cooktown. Our family booked the two rooms, 1 room has a ensuite and the other has amenities 5 meters away. Please don’t let this even deter you. The rooms are large and extremely clean and so comfortable. When we first arrived Terri was there ready to greet us and explain the layout and the finer details of the property. Terri was very friendly, helpful and had strong local knowledge. The Views are unreal, my wife and I loved eating breakfast, swinging on the dual chair swing looking out over the harbour, The sunset from here is another unique and priceless experience. The facilities include, BBQ, fridge, washing machine and microwave, all in excellent condition. The negative, if we only booked one room, we may have received the room without the ensuite. We will definitely be returning to Cooktown to do more exploring, and for us the is only one place worth staying and that is with Terry at Riva-La-Vista Cooktown.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 28 November 2023
Philip
AustraliaNothing .
Great view over the Endeavour River , and to watch the sunset . The perfect location to catch the ocean breezes . Handy to town & Grassy Hill lookout .
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 25 November 2023
Barbara
GermanyAmazing view from the outside kitchen , excellent host, very kind
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 21 November 2023
Thomas
AustraliaGreat views, great staff, great spot, clean and comfort rooms
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 18 November 2023
Mignon
AustraliaNeighbours shifting in at a late hour
Location great as away from the resort. Great sunset & view over the harbour Ability to self cater
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 13 November 2023
Taron
AustraliaGreat spot, views, cleanliness and hosts.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 9 November 2023
Craig
AustraliaA nespresso macjune
Breakfast was not expected so bread and raisin bread and jam in fridge were a pleasant surprise. There was instant coffee and nespresso capsules supplied but no nespresso machine. Small matter.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 7 November 2023
Caroline
AustraliaThe view and staff
The view for guests was magnificent
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 7 November 2023
Cheryl
AustraliaNothing. Wished we could have lingered longer.
The View! The sunset over the water! Our room was very comfortable and clean. The kitchen and laundry were well appointed with everything one could need. I would return in a flash.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 6 November 2023
Eric
AustraliaNothing, they were great hosts, nothing needs improving
Accomodation & hosts were extremely helpful , left brochures & met us & gave us details about good eating places, places of interest and far exceded our expectations, left food and condiments for us, would go back to same place without hesitation
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 5 November 2023
Stuart
AustraliaNothing
Everything! It was a very pleasant stay
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 24 October 2023
Chris
AustraliaNothing it was fantastic
Can't say enough this place is 10 star
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 27 September 2023
Cassandra
AustraliaNothing
Everything! The view is amazing, the room clean & spacious, big comfortable bed, good wifi.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 26 September 2023
Macscot
AustraliaAll was perfect.
The house, amenities, view and hospitality provided by Terri.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 25 September 2023
Pino
AustraliaNothing not to like
Excellent accomodation with incredible views. Room was tidy and clean. Kitchen was well stocked with simple breakfast options. Terri and her husband were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 23 September 2023
Darren
AustraliaFinding it but well worth the search.
Great setup. Fabulous view. Great facilities.
Stayed in September 2023
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