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Daintree Crocodylus

2.5 star property
Boardwalk/promenade lodge with a fitness center and a coffee shop

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Fitness studio
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Pool

Room options

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Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Tree House, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Tree House, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, Multiple Beds (Rainforest Bungalow)

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Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
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  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 6 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Family Room (Safari Hut)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
  • 18.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
161 Buchanan Creek Road, Cow Bay, QLD, 4873

What's nearby

  • Daintree Discovery Centre - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Jindalba Boardwalk - 12 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Daintree Rainforest - 14 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Cape Kimberley - 16 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Thornton Beach - 19 min drive - 10.0 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 121 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lync-Haven - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Crossroads Cafe - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Cape Trib Beach House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪On the Turps - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Daintree Tea Company - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Daintree Crocodylus

Family-friendly lodge near Daintree Discovery Centre
Located close to Jindalba Boardwalk, Daintree Crocodylus provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like ecotours and archery at this lodge. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site soul food restaurant, Jungle Nest, offers breakfast, dinner, and al fresco dining. In addition to a playground and an arcade/game room, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a reception hall, and a billiards/pool table
  • ATM/banking services, a front-desk safe, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Daintree Crocodylus feature comforts such as furnished balconies and separate sitting areas.
Other amenities include:
  • Highchairs, children's dinnerware, and children's books
  • Communal kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, and stovetops
  • Separate sitting areas, cookware/dishes/utensils, and musical instruments

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish, Thai

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 4 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Crocs Bar
  • Jungle Nest

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Ecotours
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Musical instrument
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 15 buildings
  • Built in 1987
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early 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 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 4 to 15 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
24-hour pool access

Property is also known as

Crocodylus Daintree
Crocodylus Hostel
Daintree Crocodylus
Daintree Crocodylus Hostel
Crocodylus Village Daintree Region/Cow Bay
Crocodylus Village Hotel Cow Bay
Daintree Crocodylus Lodge
Crocodylus Lodge
Crocodylus
Daintree Crocodylus Region/Cow Bay
Daintree Crocodylus Lodge
Daintree Crocodylus Cow Bay
Daintree Crocodylus Lodge Cow Bay

Frequently asked questions

Does Daintree Crocodylus have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

Is Daintree Crocodylus pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Daintree Crocodylus?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Daintree Crocodylus?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Daintree Crocodylus?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Daintree Crocodylus located?

This family-friendly Cow Bay lodge is located on the boardwalk/promenade, within 3 mi (5 km) of Daintree Discovery Centre and Jindalba Boardwalk. Daintree Rainforest and Thornton Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Daintree Crocodylus Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 165 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 165 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 165 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 165 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 165 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Loved Loved this place. Especially the limited wifi and power - great for teens!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

Great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10

Great to experience a night in the rainforest although not for the faint hearted! The sounds at night were a bit scary if you’re not used to it and a large branch or something fell onto our cabin and scared the life out of me! The heavy rain kept me awake most of the night as was very loud! I could not relax for fear of a tree falling but that’s just my anxiety as I’m sure it was quite safe! The showers and toilets were very clean as was the cabin. The pool was lovely to cool off in. The food choice was good but sorry to say the feta pasta and salad far too salty and therefore inedible. The pudding was also far too sugary but lovely! Maybe that’s the way they cook out here , I don’t know, but not to my personal taste. The ice cream place at the end of the road- flora fauna was so nice and an interesting place to visit much nicer than the Daintree ice cream. Owners were nice and friendly. Overall a good experience and I would recommend a night here. Daintree village the other side of the river is a lovely quaint place with lovely views of the river and we did a croc cruise from there and saw the biggest croc ever!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

Our family had a great stay. It is what it says it is. Great atmosphere chilling out in communal space. Kids enjoyed connecting with some other kids. Steve and staff were friendly and helpful. Nice clean linen and towels
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

What a wonderful surprise to stay at this property. The tent style accommodation was a bit confronting at first, but as soon as you lay down and listened to the wildlife outside you soon realised how special Crocodylus is. Getting your bags to your gut was a bit of an effort, but, hey, how much “stuff” do you really need? We enjoyed our two night stay very much and would tell anyone interested to give it a go. Obviously, it’s not a 5 Star Hotel, but does offer something different that not all 5 Star Hotels can/do.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

Daintree Crocodylus are very clear in what they are and what they are not. We found their advice to be very accurate. Yes, they are "very JUNGLY" and that was great for us. My two kids had a great time and really enjoyed being in the rain forest with all the sounds. We met lots of great people in the communal area. We purchased food and it was great (leaning toward spicy for dinners so you might want to consider that with kids). My wife was impressed with the cleanliness of the toilets and showers. Check-in is casual. You can usually turn up about 12pm and check your room out. Actual formal checkin is at 5pm. I'd recommend exploring more of the Daintree and then arriving later for a swim in their pool. DC give good advice on what you can do. Before crossing the car ferry on the way up, consider doing a crocodile cruise at Daintree Village with Daintree Crocodiule Tours or similar. We did this and it saved an extra car ferry trip ($$). Saw 3 crocs :)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

6/10

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

Best Daintree experience for the family. Great food and stay, such a good vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10

The safari tent experience is fantastic, the owners are lovely and cook great meals.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

8/10

Gorgeous setting. Friendly welcome. Tents are solid as they withstood a very windy and rainy night. We didn't mind the limited availability of power. Food was tasty. One minor suggestion to managment - blankets could do with replacement.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

8/10

Loved the rainforest feel of this place. It rained all night and listening to it hit the roof of our room was very relaxing. Unfortunately someone was smoking outside the room next door and came straight through our room all night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10

Liked it’s isolation and minimalist approach. Simple but comfortable. No TV and limited electronic media devices. No a/c - just a fan. Jungle walk was a highlight.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10

A quiet place to immerse in a jungle setting. Sleeping to the sounds of the rainforest at night is wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10

We loved our stay. The friendly staff, Steve and Sally. Great home cooked food. Beautiful forest experience and loved the night forest walk. Kids loved the pool too. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

8/10

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

8/10

I'll be honest and say I didn't read reviews of Crocodylus before we stayed. I saw a tent with a bathroom and I was in. Great communication from Sally prior to our stay regarding things to do and we booked the night walk. It's quite an experience staying here. The noise from the arguing scrub fowls is incredible. Bring earplugs! Power on at 7am for a few hours, back on at 5pm and off again at 10:30pm. If you are out and about after 10:30 make sure you have a torch. It's very, very dark as my partner found out... Follow the rules and do not leave food of any kind in your huts. We had a couple of clip lock bags with meds in them. A Menomys got into one that had been left open and had a chew on some blood thinning tablets! We got a picture of it still in the bag but let it out unharmed after it's photo op. The double bed is really small when you're used to a bigger bed. Maybe as they come up for replacement put queen beds in some of the cabins? Sally is a great cook!! Sally's dinners and breakfasts were excellent. Steve makes a mean coffee. Beer and cider was very reasonably priced. We didn't use the pool but it was clean and virtually leaf free, amazing considering the trees that surround it. Bring a pack of cards with you and either headlamps or a battery lamp to use in your hut after power off. If we return to the Daintree I'm pretty sure we'll stay another couple of nights at Crocodylus.
Pender was our hut
Great breakfasts from Sally
Our hut from the rainforest
Day time inside the hut
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10

Basic accommodation in a superb setting. If you don’t come expecting luxury and want a real slice of living amid the rainforest then you’ll love it. Super Friendly welcome. Good quality, excellent value meals if you decide not to cook in the well set-up communal kitchen . The night walk is well worth it
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

8/10

Very friendly and helpful hosts. A most interesting location and style of accomodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

2/10

Wasn’t very friendly or kid friendly. We arrived and we had 2 mice in room and we got blamed we just got there and had been in room for 30 mins when we found them.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10

Das Personal war super nett. Der Ort selbst ist ein ganz besonder
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10

The setting is beautiful but the family who are the current caretakers made the experience outstanding. They are wonderful people, great cooks, and helpful hosts in every way. They made this the highlight of our Australia trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10

If you are looking for a rainforest experience to watch birds, look no further. The location is great - a trail starts from your room. An added plus is a large self-service kitchen complete with everything you need to prepare your meals and a large outside dining area. Nice vibe to the place. We stayed in one of the safari tents, very thin walls requiring consideration of your neighbors! Overall, a great experience and a good chance to see cassowary.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10

If you want to hear the amazing sounds of the rainforest stay here. Friendly staff. Have no problems recommending this place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019