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Daintree Crocodylus

2.5 star property
Family-friendly lodge with fitness centre and coffee shop/cafe
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Exterior
Hiking
Breakfast, dinner served; soul food, al fresco dining
Family Room (Safari Hut) | Property grounds
Outdoor pool

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Tree House, Ensuite (Tropical Cabin)

Tree House, Ensuite (Tropical Cabin)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Tree House, 1 Double Bed

Economy Tree House, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, bed sheets

Economy Tree House, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, bed sheets

Family Room, Multiple Beds (Rainforest Bungalow)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 6 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, bed sheets

Family Room (Safari Hut)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 18.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Daintree Discovery Centre - 2 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Jindalba Boardwalk - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Daintree Rainforest - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Daintree Entomological Museum - 14 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Thornton Beach - 15 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 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 travellers can enjoy amenities, such as 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/games 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), luggage storage and a front desk safe
  • A billiards/pool table, tour/ticket information and a reception hall
Room features
All guest rooms at Daintree Crocodylus include comforts, such as furnished balconies and separate sitting areas.
Extra amenities include:
  • Highchairs, children's dinnerware and children's books
  • Communal kitchens with fridges, 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 transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8 AM to 10 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

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Highchair
  • 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 lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

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 more details, 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.

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Daintree Crocodylus located?

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

Daintree Crocodylus Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 162 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 162 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 162 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 162 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 162 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 Excellent

Kurt

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

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Ray

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved Loved this place. Especially the limited wifi and power - great for teens!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best Daintree experience for the family.
Best Daintree experience for the family. Great food and stay, such a good vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The safari tent experience is fantastic, the owners are lovely and cook great meals.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Jungle experience.
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 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sleeping in the rainforest
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 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Camping in the Daintree
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 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic spot in Heart of the rainforest
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 Good

Shane, Toowoomba, australia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful hosts. A most interesting location and style of accomodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

2/10 Terrible

Tasha, Townsville

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
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 Excellent

Daryn, Visalia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay near Daintree NP
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 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff. Very peaceful place to stay.
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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying in the forest with minimal barriers between our room and the morning bird calls. Very warm, helpful staff - a joy to be around.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Amazing experience sleeping out with the sounds of the rainforest, but still having the protection of canvas walls, roof and mosquito nets. I would definitely not call this glamping and found my cabin a little overpriced for two basic, unmade single beds with not a hook or table to rest anything on. I would've been just as happy on a camp stretcher in a lightweight sleeping bag, which I would pay half the price for. The food was also a little overpriced for few options and how basic it is. But there are not alot of other places to eat so good to have something available - though it is also just for an hour or two twice a day.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019