5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Lovely to have a quiet, natural escape after an active day.
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Daintree Crocodylus
161 Buchanan Creek Road Cow Bay QLD
The price is AU$122 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$122
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly lodge in Cow Bay. Enjoy free parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Popular attractions Daintree Rainforest and Baralba Corridor ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (176 reviews)
Very warm welcome. Very clean rooms. Big kitchen with all utensils. Beautiful swimming pool. Clean washroom. Nice location. Would love to stay again.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Moo Creek Rainforest hideaway
Cow Bay QLD
Stay at this holiday home in Cow Bay. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Daintree Rainforest and Cow Bay are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)
I loved everything about my stay here. The property is so quirky that it instantly feels like home. We were so blessed to see so much wildlife right at the door step, we even had critters trying to join us when we had a fire to cook. My friends that I travelled with became a little overwhelmed when ...
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Port Douglas Road Port Douglas QLD
The price is AU$369 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$369
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Port Douglas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 12 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Staff were so welcoming and helpful, they really went out of their way to make our stay feel special. The room was beautiful and very clean. A nice touch was the on tap sparkling and chilled water in the corridor.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Moo Creek Rainforest hideaway
Cow Bay QLD
Stay at this holiday home in Cow Bay. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Daintree Rainforest and Cow Bay are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)
I loved everything about my stay here. The property is so quirky that it instantly feels like home. We were so blessed to see so much wildlife right at the door step, we even had critters trying to join us when we had a fire to cook. My friends that I travelled with became a little overwhelmed when ...
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Shantara Resort Port Douglas - Adults Only Retreat
27-31 Davidson St Port Douglas QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Port Douglas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (812 reviews)
Nice building clean friendly
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Hibiscus Resort & Spa
22 Owen Street Port Douglas QLD
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Port Douglas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Four Mile Beach and Macrossan Street are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (210 reviews)
Great location to beach and town Reception was friendly and informative
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Daintree Discovery Centre
4/5(7 reviews)
Enjoy an outing to Daintree Discovery Centre during your stay in Cow Bay. Wander the lush rainforests in this relaxing area.
Jindalba Boardwalk
5/5(5 reviews)
You can take time to visit Jindalba Boardwalk during your travels to Cow Bay. Wander the rainforests in this relaxing area.
Acaciavale Nature Refuge
Explore the great outdoors at Acaciavale Nature Refuge, a lovely green space in Cow Bay. Wander the rainforests in this relaxing area.
Activities
Daintree River Rainforest: Crocodile & Wildlife Cruises (DG)
AU$40
per adult
Cape Tribulation & Daintree Wilderness Tour with River Cruise (TCT)
AU$255
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
1-Hour Daintree River wildlife cruise
AU$35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cape Tribulation Ocean Safari - Great Barrier Reef Adventure
AU$207
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Morning Daintree Tour with River Cruise from Port Douglas
AU$146
per adult
Daintree Rainforest Night Walk in Cape Tribulation
AU$55
per adult
Reviews of Cow Bay
4.3
Top destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Quiet
4/5 - Good
Michelle
Very peaceful and a few eating options, but there's not a lot at Cow Bay - more food options etc further north.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Small town with a lot of activities. Must try the ice cream place down the road.
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