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Mai Tai Resort

4.0 star property
Adults-only guesthouse with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

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Property amenity
Executive Villa | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker
Garden
Executive Villa | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe
Breakfast area
Mai Tai Resort provides a peaceful mountain getaway with an outdoor swimming pool and garden setting. Guests can use the barbecue grills during their stay, while the front desk remains staffed around the clock with multilingual personnel ready to help with any needs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Day bed
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Day bed
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Villa | Floor plan

Executive Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Kitchen
  • 250 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Shannonvale, Mai Tai Resort is in a rural area and near the beach. Macrossan Street and Port Village Shopping Centre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wet Tropics of Queensland and Mount Lewis National Park. Wildlife Habitat and Four Mile Beach Park are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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Map
Lot 78 Mossman Mt. Molloy Road, Shannonvale, QLD, 4877

What's nearby

  • Four Mile Beach - 17 min drive - 12.8 miles
  • Port Village Shopping Centre - 19 min drive - 13.7 miles
  • Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina - 19 min drive - 13.7 miles
  • Macrossan Street - 19 min drive - 13.9 miles
  • Sugar Wharf - 19 min drive - 13.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lobby Café - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tin Shed - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Origin Espresso - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Court House Hotel - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Feast - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Mai Tai Resort

Upscale guesthouse in the mountains
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Mai Tai Resort. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, wedding services, and multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and furnished patios, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and day beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with DVD players
  • Coffee/tea makers, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2003
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Day bed
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Mai Tai Cassowary
Mai Tai Resort
Mai Tai Resort Cassowary
Tai Resort
Mai Tai Port Douglas
Mai Tai Hotel Port Douglas
Mai Tai Resort Guesthouse
Mai Tai Resort Shannonvale
Mai Tai Resort Guesthouse Shannonvale

Frequently asked questions

Does Mai Tai Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Mai Tai Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Mai Tai Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mai Tai Resort?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Mai Tai Resort?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Mai Tai Resort located?

Situated in the mountains, this guesthouse is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Wet Tropics of Queensland and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Shannonvale Tropical Fruit Winery. Mount Lewis National Park and Edward Said Nature Refuge are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Mai Tai Resort Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 74 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay here. Beautiful, peaceful location, great accommodation and Andre is an excellent host. Will come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marylin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pretty property in a very secluded beautiful wooded location. The owner is an extremely nice person that has gone through recent tragedy in life and all support is appreciated. The property has a hippy vibe. It is not far from the town of Port Douglas but will be a 15 minute drive. The owner has two Australian Cattle Dogs (Blue Heelers) that are extremely friendly, beautiful, and very intetilligent. They are quite fun to play with.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Israel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

serene and romantic stay

We had a phenomenal stay at the Mai Tai. Not only were the views incredible; the room super romantic (with a very cool outdoor tropical shower); and the location perfect for exploring the Great Barrier Reef, Mossman Gorge, and the Daintree Rainforest; Andre (the host) was so warm and welcoming that we felt right at home from the moment we arrived. I highly recommend this place if you are looking for a serene and romantic stay in the most gorgeous rainforest location.
views from the breakfast terrace
view from our room
view from the pool
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Great great great we loved it at Mai tai I wanted to stay longer everything was perfect we can not wait to go back,great vibes,breakfast was very tasty,our stay was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful tranquil setting. Surrounded by rainforest. Great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stunning

I would go back here in a heart beat, such a beautiful place to stay.

10/10 Excellent

Kia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful quiet resort, great place to go and forget about all your worries. The owners are so lovely and so knowleable about the surrounding area. Exactly what we needed, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful, tranquil oasis.

The hosts are very affable, informative and caring. The beds are super comfy. The breakfasts are excellent. And the view is sublime.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Terry & Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet and peaceful

Had a relaxing time in a perfect setting with very helpful and attendtiff owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Anisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hosts were terrific , genuine , polite , helpful and friendly . The sceneries were beautiful , nice views all round . Property was relaxing .
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bernie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A little Bali in Port Douglas

Excellent facilities lovely peaceful retreat in the surrounding hills of Port Douglas Anthony our host was brilliant attention to detail was excellent Would definitely go back
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely private retreat close to Port Douglas

Great place if you want to escape the crowds. Very private with excellent hosts who are proud of their property and very knowledgable about the things to do in the local area. Highly recommended.

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Glorious spacious apartment with stunning views, tranquility & the opportunity for a well earned rest & relax. Easy access to restaurants, shops & markets. A thoroughly enjoyable weekend getaway a must for the discerning traveller. Attentive & helpful hosts Anthony & Andre make this resort a place of first class enjoyment & friendliness. My Grateful thanks Aidan
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unusual boutique hotel

Boutique hotel in nice location with excellent views. Personal service from very attentive staff made the stay extremely enjoyable. The only very minor annoyance was the traffic noise from the nearby road. There is not much traffic, particularly at night. Other than that, the resort is very tranquil and relaxing.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I'll be back!

My stay was exactly what I wanted and needed. Andre and Anthony have set a benchmark hard to beat. Hosts par excellence. Surroundings and ambience absolutely stunning and serene. Looking forward to returning.

8/10 Good

Karyne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful and Relaxing

Anthony and Andre are wonderful and gracious hosts at this luxury Bed and Breakfast. It is beautifully decorated with a fabulous view. The bed is comfortable and the shower wonderful. They really go the extra mile to make their guests comfortable. Our only complaint is internet access in the area is intermittent but that is a problem in Queensland right now.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent service with an magnificent view

The resort is situated on a hillside with an amazing view over Daintree Forrest. If you stay in the orchid suite then you have a garden with a view over this beautiful area. It’s calm and you hear birds chirping from early morning to late evening. The room we had was big. You fit two people with suitcases easily. Very beautiful and romantic decorated room with a comfortable bed, also romantically decorated. You have a fan that is perfectly located so it’s giving fresh wind on your legs more that’s on the head (we liked that). You also have aircon if you need. You will need a car to stay here. By car it’s 15 min down to Port Douglas where you find lots of restaurants and bars. Andre will give you recommendations for where to eat. Andre also makes the best breakfast with different fruits, toast, yaourt, jam, cereals and more all tasting really good. You also can enjoy the swimming pool with the same view over the Forrest. Bring a beer from the minibar and take a swim and then enjoy your beer in the very nice lounge bed beside the pool. This place is not by the beach but had a perfect location for those who loves a quiet place that has everything for a romantic stay with a loved one. We would recommend this place to all of you who appreciate small romantic and nice details in the room and in the place where you stay. And that likes to have a more personal feeling of the service you can get. Andre helps you to plan your days with snorkelling, guided tours etc. All with local peop
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dejan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful tranquil tropical resort. Fantastic location and André the owner is a wonderful host and a warm soul. If you want to relax, but also have a base that is central to everything, this is the place. 5 stars is not enough.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

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