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Daintree Crocodylus

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A beach with trees in the foreground and a calm sea in the background. - Daintree Crocodylus (Cow Bay)
A bed with a white canopy and a view of a forest through a window. - Daintree Crocodylus (Cow Bay)
A dense tropical forest with a variety of green foliage and a wooden structure. - Daintree Crocodylus (Cow Bay)
A room with a large window overlooking a dense forest. - Daintree Crocodylus (Cow Bay)
An outdoor wooden deck with chairs and a table, surrounded by dense tropical foliage. - Daintree Crocodylus (Cow Bay)
Located close to Jindalba Boardwalk and Daintree Discovery Centre, Daintree Crocodylus provides a terrace, a garden, and a playground. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like archery and ecotours at this lodge. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In addition to an arcade/game room and a library, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

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A green-roofed structure surrounded by dense tropical foliage.

Family Room, Multiple Beds (Rainforest Bungalow)

  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 6 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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A room with a bed, a small table, and a door leading to an outdoor area with a wooden deck and greenery.

Tree House, Ensuite (Tropical Cabin)

  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A room with a bed, a chair, a window, and a green screen.

Economy Tree House, 1 Double Bed

  • Garden view
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A green-roofed structure surrounded by dense tropical foliage.

Family Room (Safari Hut)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A bed with a white canopy and a view of a forest through a window.

Economy Tree House, 2 Twin Beds

  • Garden view
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Cow Bay, Daintree Crocodylus is in a national park and on the boardwalk/promenade. While the natural beauty of Jindalba Boardwalk and Daintree Rainforest can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Marrdja Botanical Walk. Traveling with kids? Don't miss Daintree Discovery Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Cow Bay travel guide
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161 Buchanan Creek Road, Cow Bay, QLD, 4873

What's nearby

  • A waterfall cascading down a steep cliff surrounded by lush greenery and a visible rainbow.
    Wet Tropics of Queensland
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, clear blue waters, and a forested hillside.
    Daintree National Park
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The entrance to the Discovery Centre with a sign, a staircase, and a large potted plant.
    Daintree Discovery Centre
    5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Baralba Corridor Nature Refuge
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Daintree Rainforest
    12 min drive - 7.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
    121 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lync Haven
    8 min drive
  • Julaymba Restaurant
    28 min drive
  • Thornton’s
    14 min drive
  • Crossroads Cafe
    25 min drive
  • Ricid
    6 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

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

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

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
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

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

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
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

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?

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: anytime.

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).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Daintree Crocodylus Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 191 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 191 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 191 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 191 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 191 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

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Pleasant hosts. At one with the surrounds.Food was delicious 😋
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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A wonderful way to experience the rain forest in a raw and real manner. Wonderful for switching off and returning to nature. Don't expect all the bells and whistles, expect friendly travellers and staff, loud birds and heaps of rain.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This place was brilliant. The staff were fantastic and always had time to chat and recommend great spots. Breakfast and dinner was always great with good portion sizes to keep you fed. We had an amazing visit to the rainforest and I would recommend the crocodylus to anyone who wants to stay IN the rainforest (and doesn’t mind the power being off at night). Also! If you have the opportunity to go on the night walk it really is a must do. Our guide Odin was unbelievably tuned in to everything going on, he spotted things we would’ve walked straight past and could tell us about all of it. We saw some incredible animals and plants and it was a highlight of the whole trip to NQ.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved our jungle experience here. We saw a cassowary when we first parked! The staff was helpful, the communal kitchen was always clean and the common area was a great place for the kids to play games while we chatted. A must do for travellers wanting a unique experience in the Daintree.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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What a fabulous location to experience the beauty of the Daintree. Will definitely return if ever in the area again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

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Great easy check in and so good to live in the Forest with a Cassowary calmly walking by
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very warm welcome. Very clean rooms. Big kitchen with all utensils. Beautiful swimming pool. Clean washroom. Nice location. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great little place amongst the rainforest. Friendly, welcoming staff. Simple rooms but loved feeling like we were in nature. Their night guided tour was excellent! So cool to see so much wildlife all around us and very knowledgeable guide.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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What an amazing, nature immersive stay. Relaxed staff. Beautiful surroundings. Delicious food. 10/10 can recommend. (Take some bug spray!)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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This spot is a hidden gem! Completely inside the rainforest and the staff is amazing. They only use reusable silverware and dining ware even for cooking in your own. The bathrooms are very clean and near the room and the room is right in the rainforest. It started pouring rain in the middle of the night which sounded incredible!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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If you like the forest this place is for you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Just like the picture great place to really appreciate the sound of the rainforest. Would highly recommend and will be back to bring the family !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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FANTASTIC EXPERIENCE- Extremely nice family running the place, some of the best bacon and eggs I have ever had, Monty the dog was awesome, beautiful atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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great place to wind down.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved Loved this place. Especially the limited wifi and power - great for teens!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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My only feedback is please provide an internal lock on the rooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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It is the perfect place for caom.No electricity after 1030pm. in the middle of nowhere. Sleep to the sound of the djungle in totaldarkness.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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4/10 Poor

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The setting is truly exceptional. But I barely slept for two of my three nights in Milkwood 1, due to constant noise from guests passing just 1 meter from my head, along my unit, on a gravel path. A quieter room was given on my last night — but I wish this had been addressed sooner
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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Exactly what we were told :)

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 2 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice chilled place, nice and simple, nice energy, makes you feel like your in the Daintree not just at some hotel somewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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大自然を一日中感じられます。虫、鳥、動物の鳴き声が絶えず聞こえます。私たちは心地よく感じましたが、苦手な方には向かないと思います。 食事は朝食のみ注文しましたが、とてもおいしく満足しました。朝夕とも自炊されている方も多かったです。 スタッフの方の笑顔が素敵でとても感じがよかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025