Ferntree Rainforest Lodge

3.0 star property
Cape Tribulation lodge with 2 bars/lounges and outdoor pool

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Breakfast and dinner served, pool views
Loft, Garden Area (trundle bed by request)
Luxury Room
Breakfast and dinner served, pool views
Luxury Room

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Free parking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
Feel at home
  • Cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Fridge
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

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About the area

Map
36 Camelot Close, Cape Tribulation, QLD, 4873

What's nearby

  • Bat House Cape Tribulation - 1 min walk
  • Dubuji Boardwalk - 2 min walk
  • Myall Beach - 5 min walk
  • Cape Tribulation - 18 min walk
  • Daintree Rainforest - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 140 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mason's Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Turtle Rock Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪PK's Jungle Village - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cassowary Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Safari - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Ferntree Rainforest Lodge

Situated by the ocean, Ferntree Rainforest Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Cape Tribulation. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Cassowary Cafe, which serves breakfast and dinner. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 52 rooms
  • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 5 PM
  • The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [The Cassowary Restaurant]
  • Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • WiFi in public areas*

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
  • On-site parking is limited

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Room service

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby

Working away

  • Conference space (54 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Built in 1983
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Cot/infant bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Cassowary Cafe – This poolside café serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in public areas for AUD 10 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 14.00 to 26.00 for adults and AUD 14.00 to 26.00 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for AUD 10 per stay
  • Rollaway beds are available for AUD 25.0 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

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Ferntree Lodge
Ferntree Rainforest
Ferntree Rainforest Cape Tribulation
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Frequently asked questions

Does Ferntree Rainforest Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Ferntree Rainforest Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Ferntree Rainforest Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Ferntree Rainforest Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Ferntree Rainforest Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ferntree Rainforest Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Ferntree Rainforest Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as boat tours, hiking and horse riding. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include 2 bars and a picnic area. Ferntree Rainforest Lodge also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Ferntree Rainforest Lodge?
Yes, Cassowary Cafe offers poolside dining.
Does Ferntree Rainforest Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.
What's the area around Ferntree Rainforest Lodge like?
Ferntree Rainforest Lodge is a short 5-minute walk from Myall Beach and 18 minutes' walk from Cape Tribulation.

Ferntree Rainforest Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Fair

Ferntree was basic accommodation. Towels were shabby, lighting around the place was not sufficient at night, restaurant food was below par, the beds were uncomfortable and the noise between rooms was far too evident
2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The garden villa was very private! The staff were amazing and very friendly and always happy to help.
1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

4/10 Fair

Needs a LOT of TLC
Great location, extremely dated property, rooms not as described. Left a day early.
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

AN excellent location smack in the middle of Daintree. Close drives for sightseeing, freshwater swimming holes .
Michael, 3-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Excellent location in the rainforest so close to lots of activities that I think we didn't go more than 3km from the room for the first few days. Surprisingly good food - Aussie share platter & spicy chicken burger were tops. Friendly staff, great pool & aircon! The rainforest climate is harsh on all that timber though - boardwalks & walls in the resort need some upkeep. Will stay there again.
PDM, 4-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Mostly happy except a couple of annoying things
Mostly happy except a couple of annoying things. The room and restaurant quite nice. Staff friendly except a little annoyed when I asked for extra wifi. You get 200MB which I thought was per day and had a hard time getting another 200MB for 2nd day which coincidentally was on a separate booking. We probably used our 200MB watching a short news video ironically because no TV in the room despite the room pic and room description saying there was a TV. So no TV was the 2nd annoying issue. We actually cut our trip short preferring to stay south of the Daintree. But the hotel is mostly nice and would get higher score if the could fix the wifi and TV issues.
Mark, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Cape Trib visit
Love this area and accommodation was close to the beach and walks. Very friendly and helpful staff. Very clean and spacious cabin and lovely pool area. We even received a free upgrade... fabulous.
Cheryl, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

Stay at the Daintree
It wasn’t bad but rooms need renovation. The Cassowary restaurant is fabulous & very reasonably priced.
C, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great accommodation right in the rainforest, staff were friendly and professional. Beautiful location.
Will, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Great value
The property is a little run down but it is excellent value and a lovely ppace to stay in the rainforest. The dinner platter featuring kangaroo, crocodile and barramundi was delicious. Friendly staff, nice pool and close ro Cape Trib attractions. Our second stay here.
Kirsty, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

The facilities are a bit tired, but ok. The so-called "breakfast buffet" has little to offer, and what runs out is not necessarily replenished- eg no yoghurt once the first load is used up. I had toast with butter 3 days in a row. One day even cutlery was missing. The best: Staff on the floor are friendly and helpful. But the overall organisation seems lacking, as seems the will to spend any money on the business. The worst: we got overcharged by $520, and it took hours of emails and ph calls to get our money back. We got the refund about 24hrs before the deadline we had set for going to the small claims court. We were told on 3 occasions that the money was on the way, on 2 occasions were even given what on the surface appeared to be a genuine proof of payment, only to find out later that the money had not been transferred at all. Whatever relaxation benefit our stay in the lovely surrounds of Cape Tribulation had given us evaporated quickly in the aftermath of our stay. The overall feel was that of a dying business- we would not go there again.
3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This property is about as unique as it gets. It was beautiful, lush and has a tranquil and inviting freshwater pool. Fantastic and well priced options at the restaurant - the Utopia Australian platter for $50 was more than enough to feed three people - the best value quality restaurant we’ve come across in Queensland - the crocodile skewers with lemon myrtle, rib eye, kangaroo steak with pomegranate jus, calamari were all delicious and perfectly cooked. Our family loved the loft lodges which are in a private setting nestled within the rainforest - clean rooms, good towels, bed a little too firm for my liking but fine. There isn’t any phone coverage or internet in this remote area but you can purchase a wifi card and log in to wifi on your device at the restaurant. Important to note there are no TVs in the rooms. As this property is set within the Daintree there is an abundance of plants and trees, and wildlife. If you like remote and unique destinations, close to rainforest waterholes and jump off point to outer reef snorkeling trips, you’ll enjoy this one.
2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I felt like i was in the rain forest the whole time. Relaxing and quite
1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

Must be a monumental task maintaing a hotel in damp rainforest conditions, though it doesn't look like much was achieved during recent 3 month dry spell. The place looks a little run down and tired, as do the backpacker staff.
2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful property, great location, about 5 min walk to the beach or less (but no stinger nets so you can't swim there anyway). We ate at the restaurant which was great (barramundi, croc spring rolls and salt and pepper squid) we ate the same meals two nights in a row because they were so good. Great Melbourne-style coffee nearby at the Turtle Rock Cafe.
2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

First impressions of this eco accommodation had me a little hesitant and disappointed – & I didn’t think I’d stay more than 1 night. To check in we found the place abandoned. We had to walk down to the second driveway where the restaurant is located & found a young lady who checked us in. It is rustic & a little dilapidated in spots. The place was probably magnificent in its heyday and still has so much potential. The edges of our veranda were succumbing to a bit of rot and the door to our bathroom has seen much better days too – it was flaking paint & literally falling apart. The lighting is so dim, it hardly makes a difference. I understand it must be incredibly difficult to keep up with maintenance in this tropical climate but there’s no excuse for some things eg. the sink plug was mouldy & should have been replaced & the cabin had a musty smell, which we rectified with some tea tree oil. Now for the positives – & there are so many! Our beautiful loft was bright and sunny during the day, extremely clean & the huge bed is very comfortable. We slept so well. The shower is great. There’s ceiling fans & an air conditioner if you need some cool – however there is no television or hairdryer, which was not an issue & keeps in with the whole ecology movement. The grounds of the lodge have spectacular vegetation. The pool is great & so is the restaurant. The breakfast at $10 for cereal & toast is too expensive when you can get better down the road.
3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Fabulous private location amongst the trees ! A little ‘tired’ but still perfectly comfortable and satisfactory. Great staff. Wonderful pool and gorgeous dinning area !
Linda, 4-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Gorgeous setting amongst the rainforest, delicious meals at the restaurant and lovely staff. Just a pity our room smelled like mould. The dampness of the rainforest has definitely taken its toll on this gorgeous property,
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Very basic but had what we needed. The room was one of four in a building with a lovely wrap around verandah, surrounded by rainforest. However any movement in the other rooms, opening of a sliding door or walking on the verandah could be quite well heard and/or felt, but would be fine with quiet neighbours. Location was great. A little bit of a walk from the car park to the room, but fine if not carting too much luggage. Overall, a lovely rainforest feel to the place as a whole, good location and good budget pick.
Jane, 3-night romance trip
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