Silky Oaks Lodge

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jul 2026

Adrian

Such a beautiful setting to recharge and relax. Thoughtful inclusions mean you can sit back and decide whether you need to leave the hammock/bath/riverbank for afternoon cocktails. (But do, they are worth it!)

Self

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2026

Ann

Gorgeous, great food and staff. Loved it.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Feb 2026

Jonathan

We had a wonderful stay. Great lodge, super clean, very well appointed, lovely bar and restaurant with delicious food. The setting is amazing, you are in the rainforest with a stretch of river to swim in, the pool is also unique! The spa treatments we had were extremely good and reasonably priced. The stay was made extra special by the wonderful staff, everyone was warm and welcoming and went out of their way to make our stay magical. We hope to return one day!!!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Aug 2025

Helen

One of the best places I have stayed in. Beautiful location, staff were lovely, fab facilities and food was stunning. Can’t recommend it enough.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jul 2025

Verified traveler

This is a magical place nestled near the entrance to the Daintree Forest. My family hiked the nicely maintained and well-documented trails next to the Mossman river, swam in it, also enjoyed the pool that the hotel maintains.

The wine and cocktail tastings every evenings are a great way to wind down the day, the meals were simply sumptuous - breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We had so much good food!

The guest houses the property maintains are also lovely, with sleek modern bathrooms, ample space, and short walks back to reception or the mossmann river.

This is a beatiful spot to rest and relax in - staff were consistently fantastic, lovely, and friendly. They take very good care of the place and it shows.

Lastly, while the property maintains a free guest laundry, I suggest you use the service instead. The guest use clothes dryers on the property are not really performant.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jun 2025

Ann

Fantastic service and surrounds.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jan 2025

William

Where to start!! Stay at the Silky Oaks Lodge was truly a dream come true. The staff is amazing and made us feel so welcomed and special from the moment we arrived. Our room was perfect - very clean and the mini bar was stocked with everything you could need. Our view was in the middle of the rainforest with river views and total privacy. We enjoyed time on the patio together and the bathtub was heavenly. Every meal was delicious. Such a dream!!!

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

29 Nov 2024

Kyle

A breathtaking spot in the nature; friendly staff. SOL runs a try-to-be exclusive vibe but not quite there given the cost, they need to scout some managerial individuals from Aman, Six Senses or One&Only.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Nov 2024

Grayce

We loved it here! Gorgeous property and location. So much to do or do nothing and relax. Service is fantastic. Food and selection is excellent. Wallaby out our back door. Had one of the best massages ever and so did my husband.

Zero complaints! Absolutely lovely.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Sep 2024

John

Serenity and luxury all in one

Great location, terrific staff and a beautiful serene environment.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2024

Harlin

X

10/10

Exceptional

08 May 2024

Stephen

Stunning luxury in beautiful rainforest. Superb food. Brilliant service. Stylish accommodation

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Mar 2024

Arley

We recently spent 3 nights at Silky Oaks Lodge in early February 2024. We couldn't have asked for a better experience! The resort itself was gorgeous! We loved our bungalow and the view of the Mossman River. The staff was over the top friendly and accommodating. We arranged some day trips through the front desk, ABC Snorkeling to the Great Barrier Reef and Walk About Cultural Tours to explore the beach and the Mossman River Gorge. Both experiences were life altering. I wish we had made time to go to the spa - we received a personal tour before we left. We'll definitely do that next time. We made wonderful friends with the staff and cannot wait to return. Thank you for taking such great care of us!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Nov 2023

Carol

Our family (parents 3 20s children) had the most amazing stay in 2 treehouse rooms. It was like an enchanted forest with great food (included) and drink. Very relaxing and just the thing for the last 4 days of a long and busy trip. We just enjoyed our surroundings and didn’t even feel the need to venture outside the resort. Our adult children loved it too. Highly recommend.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Nov 2023

Betty

Beautiful location at a relaxing resort.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

05 Aug 2023

Verified traveler

Beautiful surroundings, friendly staff. Facilities are new. Overall very satisfied.

10/10

Exceptional

23 Apr 2023

Daniel

What an incredible hotel, on the border of the Daintree. Stayed here for two nights, and would have loved a third - it goes too quick.
As we arrived at the hotel, we were faced with a gate to the Lodge. We buzzed, and by the time we'd parked a porter and receptionist were coming to greet us at the car. Our luggage was taken, and our incredible time here started.
Where to start... the room was lovely, with a hammock on the front balcony. A bath was on the back, facing the lush greenery. A fridge stocked with wine, cheese - and cupboard stocked with crisps, crackers, cookies and more. Everything you could want to enjoy your time in the room, and restocked each day.
The reception is in a large open building, that continues through to the restaurant. The restaurant looks over the river, which you can hike along if there hasn't been too much rain. The height of the ceilings give a large open, airy feeling - and helps to give a feeling of calm and relaxation.
The pool was a nice escape, with drinks offered from the bar. Unfortunately no pool service, but the bar wasn't too far away. They were happy to bring it down to the pool.
The river itself was stunning, and is quite safe to swim in (we were told) due to the colder temperature, the constant flow of water, as well as the rocks that are on either end of the river. Kayaks and other swimming gear is provided on the riverbank.
Highly recommend the Rapids trail. You wont be disappointed.
A beautiful stay, would recommend.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

02 Mar 2023

AVI

An amazing property and location. It’s hard to leave this place.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Nov 2022

Verified traveler

The best of everything all in the one spot. The dinner menu is mind blowing. Total relaxation and luxury.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Oct 2022

Shari

Lovely time, would recommend for couples or solo

I visited with my boyfriend for two nights during and we had a lovely time. Whole property was exactly as pictured. Everything was immaculately cared for and pristinely clean. Very relaxing, peaceful but also opulent vibe. Doesn’t seem like a spot that would interest children, definitely more couples or solo retreat-appropriate.

Our treehouse was fantastic. Spacious, clean, temperature controlled, beautiful bathroom and peaceful interior. Bit unusual not to have TVs but we both have streaming services on our iPads and the wifi was fine so no big deal. Very weak bathroom lighting and no alternative well-lit area elsewhere in the room so I couldn’t see a thing when putting on makeup but that’s pretty common in hotels.

Our favourite part was the constructed rock pool. We really enjoyed swimming in there, beautiful temperature, very serene - and being a quiet lodge with limited guests, we had the pool to ourselves.

My only gripe was that the arrival “chat” and commune feel felt quite overbearing. When we arrived, we were taken out to the back verandah for welcome drinks and a check-in/greeting. The lady was very friendly/kind but the greeting discussion dragged on for well over an hour before we were finally allowed to see our room.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Oct 2022

Barbara

We love the location, layout of the lodge surroundings and particularly the upgrade of the main lodge and the treehouses. This was our 2nd visit and strangely found ourselves in no. 37 again - bathroom upgrade is fabulous. Loved the food and staff were wonderful. Great spa experiences.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

18 Sep 2022

Georgia

this is a beautifully appointed lodge. Very peaceful with very attentive staff. We would have liked a choice of simpler food alongside the very way out dishes that were served.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jul 2022

Stephen

That place was stunning. The setting is amazing; it's green, peaceful and tranquil with the river bubbling in the background; the staff and service was impeccable; the quality of the food and drink was impressive. We'll be back.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jun 2022

Lorrie

Beautiful property and wonderful staff.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Feb 2022

Verified traveler

Exceeded our expectations!

My husband and I decided on a short holiday to relax and enjoy the tropics. Whilst we knew from the website pics that it would be luxurious accommodation and surroundings, we didn’t anticipate the exceptional quality of the food and overall dining experience. Hats off to the chef and all the staff at Silky Oaks. We will return for sure.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 Nov 2019

Anita

Incredible and Idyllic

Incredible Lodge. We loved it. We stayed in the River Treehouse and it was great. The river was low b/c it hasn’t rain much. The service was outstanding. We stayed 4 nights and ate in the hotel everyday for breakfast and every evening for dinner. The food was very good. We went on a hike on the property and it was well worth it. We walked down to the river and waded in. We were extremely happy with staying in the Rainforest as opposed to Port Douglas and were glad we chose Silky Oaks. It exceeded our expectations.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Nov 2019

Barry

Amazing accommodation in an an amazing place

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Oct 2019

Verified traveler

Paradise!!!!!

A real paradise. Everything was perfect.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Oct 2019

steven

Marriott timeshare setting on steroids.

Probably the best hotel/lodge I have been to. Can not say enough about the service oriented mindset the workers have. They want to help you any way they can. The setting is just outstanding being in the rainforest. The food was fantastic. We had dinner and breakfast ( breakfast was complimentary). Loved every minute there. Would highly recommend.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

Great location by the river. It really makes the most of such an idyllic location. Easy drive into Port Douglas. The staff were really welcoming.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

Beautiful and modern accommodation, with fantastic onsite amenities. Private hiking trail and watering hole available for hotel guests. We had a lovely stay at the silky oaks lodge.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Sep 2019

Catharina

We stayed in a beautiful en very comfortabele tree house. Everything was taken care of. Yoga classes, guided tour in amazing Rainforest. Very good service en delicious breakfast.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 Sep 2019

KeithMeadows

The staff, the facilities, the setting of the property- WOW! WOW! WOW!

We wish we could have stayed longer!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

Beautiful property. Service from all staff was excellent. However, I felt the location was a bit remote, far from cafes etc

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Sep 2019

Lisa

Stunning rainforest location

Amazing rainforest setting with its own stunning swimming hole. The rooms are very relaxing , breakfast and dinner delicious. There are some nice touches such as free cookies in the room, free suncreen and insect repellent. Red wine in restaurant is very expensive (nothing under $100) so would suggest one or two bottles that are a bit more affordable would be great. And perhaps a 2 course dinner special to encourage people to eat at the restaurant more than once.
We would have loved happy hour drinks at the bar and some canapes to create a bit morw atmosphere. But if you are looking to completely get away from it this place it it!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Loved how nice and professional everyone was, they continually give you waters, they know all of the parts of the property and are extremely helpful. We went during their coldest days and still found the hikes extremely enjoyable (moderate difficulty) and enjoyed taking a dip in the watering holes (chilly but VERY refreshing--highly recommend). My wife loved yoga in the morning over the river, great breakfast spread. The rooms were wonderful as well with nice balconies to just relax.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

Peaceful
Comfortable
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Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

The exquisite location of the lodge nestled amongst nature offers a truely amazing environment for a soothing retreat.

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

26 Jun 2019

Verified traveler

Too remote

Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2019

Ross

Special place in a special location. All staff were amazing,

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 May 2019

Verified traveler

Silky Oaks Lodge was spectacular. The location on the Mossman River was amazing and the walks through the rainforest incredible. The Lodge is a fabulous place for a relaxing and special holiday.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2019

Verified traveler

Location was stunning as were the facilities. Food excellent

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

14 May 2019

Verified traveler

A magic place to stay and rest A place that feeds your soul.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 May 2019

Hugh

Loved the location, the ambience, the cabin with the hammock, the open feel of the dining and bar areas, everything! :)

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Mar 2019

Coleen

Service is worth the price you pay! I recommend the spa.

10/10

Exceptional

28 Feb 2019

Verified traveler

Superb peaceful location with great facilities and relaxing atmosphere

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Jan 2019

Brian

R&R

Very tranquil spot. Tasty food Great sleep

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Dec 2018

Rachel

Only wish our stay had been longer!

Don't miss Silky Oaks if you're in the area. Staying here was a highlight of our entire trip to Australia. The rooms are gorgeously styled with incredible bathtubs and thoughtful amenities; dinner is delicious as are the drinks; pool is awesome; and hikes around the lodge are just what we were looking for. The free laundry self-service was an especially nice touch. My only regret is that the spa isn't open later in the day, and that we couldn't stay for a second night because they were all booked up.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Aug 2018

Betsy

Beautiful grounds, great hike to a swimming hole, kayaks available, fantastic food and restaurant ambiance set in the rainforest

10/10

Exceptional

03 Aug 2018

Verified traveler

Great hotel close to the Daintree river

Had a lovely stay at the beautiful silky oaks lodge. Very relaxing 😎

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jul 2018

Andy

Mesmerising!

We were mesmerised by the effect of the tropical rainforest and natural surroundings on our souls!

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2018

Sabrina

Fantastic

Loved our stay was amazing

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2018

Penny

Great Resort Great Food

Amazing

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Apr 2018

Natalie

Amazing 5 star experience from check in right up until check out! We were greeted with a welcome drink upon arrival while the porter took our luggage to the room. Once we finished our cocktail we were taken to our room and shown where everything was.
All staff in the hotel were super attentive.
The restaurant is amazing. high quality food with a menu that changes slightly every night, so that there are new options if you stay and eat in the on-site restaurant for multiple nights.
The Yoga class in the morning near the river is a must!
Gardens are well maintained and the rooms are super clean and we also had nightly turn down service. Tealight candles await you every night. The rooms have a beautiful scent as well.
It is a 25min drive into the heart of Port Douglas but given the quality of food and atmosphere we found that we didn't want to leave the hotel.
The Mossman river is peaceful and there were not many mosquitos around the resort which is great!
A truly relaxing experience where every guest is treated like royalty! Do not hesitate to stay at this hotel!

10/10

Exceptional

19 Feb 2018

Verified traveler

Fantastic! Would highly recommend Silky Oaks. Paradise in FNQ!

10/10

Exceptional

18 Feb 2018

Verified traveler

The most romantic hotel we have ever been to!

The Silky Oaks Lodge was the most romantic hotel we have ever been to. The setting of the lodge is within the rainforest and along a beautiful river. When we opened the door to our tree house, we were greeted with mood lighting, lit candles, wonderful smelling diffusers, and music. The tree house was exceptionally clean. The staff were all very nice and the food was very good. The lodge has a small beach billabong area that was incredible to swim in with calm clear waters and sandy areas to sit. I highly recommend staying here once in your life! It made our trip to Australia unforgettable

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jan 2018

Verified traveler

Fantastic relaxing great place, we will come back again soon

10/10

Exceptional

31 Dec 2017

Julie B

The most amazing and relaxing place

Unbelievably the most amazing and relaxing place. Attantion to detail was supurb. The Spa treatment - incredable. They made my daughter who was in a wheelchair feel very comftable. The rooms, the food, the forrest and staff made it a very special two nights we cant wait to return.

10/10

Exceptional

22 Dec 2017

jez

Spectacular Setting in the Rainforest

Very relaxing. The treehouse are very special and you really feel you have your own special spot in the Rainforest. Staff were always helpful and nothing was ever a problem. Eating in the restaurant with it’s own view o& the forest and river was also special and unique. You feel you are transported a million miles away from the hectic world we live in

10/10

Exceptional

26 Nov 2017

Erin

Relaxed Luxury

Gorgeous resort,set amongst the rainforest. Pool area is stunning and designed to compliment surroundings. Restaurant and lounge dining food were delicious, breakfast included was great with option of ordering off menu or buffet. Rooms were well appointed, but be mindful no wifi in room and no tv in room, but wifi available in public areas and entertainment room with tv, if you are wanting. Very nice place to wind down and take time to relax.

10/10

Exceptional

20 Nov 2017

Verified traveler

Fabulous lodge in the ultimate rainforest setting.

From start to finish it was fabulous. The staff are super friendly and charming the minute you arrive. Nothing is too much trouble and they upgraded us to a larger treehouse as there were 3 of us. Everything is just stunning and lives up to the website photos. We had champagne cocktails delivered by the swimming holes and sipped them as we were floating around in the river which is just as crystal clear and beautiful as pictured on the website. We paddled canoes on the river too which was a bit of fun. Top marks all round.

8/10

Excellent

05 Nov 2017

Sam

Good food, accomodation and extremely relaxing.

Got to unwind for a weekend at silky oaks and we'll definitely be back. The room wasnt ready at the check-in time and unfortunately the masseuse was fully booked meaning my partner and i had to go elsewhere (a main reason why i booked this accomodation). Not things i would expect from a 1k a night hotel but everything else was perfect. The lodge, staff and location all contributed to a very relaxing weekend.

10/10

Exceptional

08 Oct 2017

Nat

Best Hotel Experience Ever!!

The attention to detail at this hotel is one like I have never experienced before. To lighting candles in our room before arrival, a box of chocolates on the bed, the cookies left at our door after dinner, and the candles lit around the spa in the evening. This place was so relaxing, I did not want to leave. Am already planning another stay here. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting some peace, quiet and relaxation.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Aug 2017

Verified traveler

Totally amazing place to stay. Such a tranquil setting puts you straight into relax mode.

10/10

Exceptional

23 Aug 2017

Darren

Fantastic resort

Fantastic resort with beautiful private rooms out in the forest. Amazing walking trails and views of the river.

10/10

Exceptional

20 Aug 2017

Verified traveler

Luxury in The Daintree Rainforest

A truly special place to stay while seeing the sights in North Queensland. The dining area is spellbinding with its elevated views overlooking the river through the trees. Everything is so green, so lush and so beautiful. The menu is not bad either. You will find your room is thoughtfully configured as well.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Aug 2017

Jenny

Excellent!!

Environment is good and friendly staff make our stays very comfortable. Breakfast and dinner are delicious.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

03 Aug 2017

Verified traveler

Absolutely flawless. Good food, gorgeous surroundings and helpful staff

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2017

Verified traveler

Fantastic experience overall. Will not forget our visit! Beautiful grounds and facilities

Only areas of improvement -- bed not five star quality -- could feel springs

Service at restaurant inconsistent. At times, very understaffed

Tennis court appeared abandoned and not cared for

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jul 2017

Peter

Quiet natural retreat

Very relaxing, with many aspects to experience. Rainforest walks, Kayaking & swimming.

10/10

Exceptional

13 May 2017

maria

Lovely hotel deep in the rainforest

Attentive staff, lovely view and surroundings! Beautiful food - dinner and breakfast. Great facilities. Felt like we were truly submerged in the rainforest, a great experience.

10/10

Exceptional

19 Apr 2017

Norman

Very boutique hotel

Excellent lodge in the Daintree Rainforest. Top quality service. Great food and great for the 'get away from it all' break.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Apr 2017

olga

A very special place, although we were in the Monson season we had the most enyoable experience in the forest and in the hotel..

Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 Feb 2017

Verified traveler

Wonderful stay

Our stay at Silky Oaks was absolutely amazing. Our only complaint was that it was too short, wish we had more time to enjoy the rainforest and relax at our river house.

10/10

Exceptional

28 Nov 2016

Diane

Gorgeous Rainforest Settling

A stay in the rain forest in a beautiful tree house is a unique experience. It is also a great jumping off point for Cape Tribulation, snorkeling on the Reef, and doing a Dream time walk with a local 1st Nations guide in the Mossman Gorge. Silky Oaks caters to your every need.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Nov 2016

Dylan

RELAXATION!

Amazing loved it! Couldn't of been happier on our 5 days at silky oaks amazing scenery amazing food and an amazing place to soak up the fact that we just got engaged will be back shortly for sure!

10/10

Exceptional

27 Nov 2016

Damon

Not just a hotel, a complete experience.

Within the first 2 minutes of arriving we knew we walked into something very unique and special, the staff were exceptional and very friendly, walking into our treehouse for the first time was an experience, the ambience created via candles, scent diffusers and music really set the scene, the furnishings are simply stunning as is the deck and hammock high up overlooking the river, which really put the icing on the cake.
30 minutes in and we are swimming in a stunning natural rock pool with not a single other person to be seen.
The restaurant served up some amazing food and restaurant staff were very friendly, a kind of genuine friendly you rarely see in other hotels.
An early morning canoe in the river the following morning, and again, not another person in sight, followed by a very laid back breakfast.
Unfortunately we were only there for the one night so barely scratched the surface of what Silky Oaks has to offer, but my partner and I were already planning our return well before we had even checked out.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Oct 2016

david

Fantastic place to stay. Great service.

Wonderful food. I took my wife her her birthday and due to food allergies the chief prepared special deserts for her every night, can't thank the staff for making our stay so fantastic.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Sep 2016

Tanya

Very relaxing and peaceful location

Beautifully set amongst the rainforest, staff are extremely helpful, could not fault the service.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Sep 2016

NICK

Daintree Living at its best!

You might pay a premium to stay here but let me tell you - its worth it! Immediately greeted with welcome cocktail by Neil the amazing hotel manager. A riverside resort, literally on-top of the Mossman River in the famous gorge! You wont need to pay other tour operators for tours either as you have access to 4 hours worth of jungle walking on private property. You can also swim in private billabongs on the river! Great clear freshwater swimming! The food is 5 star, the service is 5 star, the rooms are 5 star - we loved our stay. We were treated to an upgrade which was amazing (thank you!). If you are going to stay i suggest the riverfront tree houses as they have the sound of running water and are much more light. I would definitely return without hesitation. Also, if you are doing a crocodile tour - i suggest Bruce Belcher's tours - small family operator but by far the most successful as shown by our full boat and at least 8 crocodile sightings in 1 hour. Many other tour operators on the river skipped straight past what our driver could spot.

10/10

Exceptional

06 Aug 2016

Verified traveler

R&R

Highly recommended as a place to rediscover nature and yourself. Staff hospitality was amazing. Well done!

Family

8/10

Excellent

15 Jul 2016

sharon

Great stay on edge of rainforest

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jul 2016

Susan

Wonderful rainforest getaway

We had four lovely nights at Silky Oaks. The lodge provided excellent facilities and service. It was a perfect, relaxing getaway in a private setting. Perfect for couples wanting to escape crowds.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jul 2016

Meredith

Serenity

Tremendous! Very very good for the soul. I would recommend it to everyone.

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jul 2016

Chris

Quiet part of the Daintree National Park

We had a quick friendly and welcoming check in. A relaxing spot on the edge of the rainforest. The bush trails from the lodge were relatively easy to walk. We were unexpectedly offered a complimentary lunch due to the paint fumes from the renovations in the tree house next door.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jun 2016

Jen

Relaxing paradise in the forest

Brilliant - seamless service - beautiful setting and in keeping with the rainforest and the river

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2016

Fi

Stunning location, lots to do!

Stunning location, lots to do and lots of beautiful spots to do nothing. We needed more time to just sit and enjoy the absolutely stunning surrounds.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 May 2016

Michael

A little slice of heaven

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay as we have in a number of other Luxury Lodges of Australia. The serenity and privacy of your treehouse, overlooking the Mossman Gorge and rainforest, ensured a wonderfully relaxing three days. The food, wine and extremely attentive staff meant that we also thoroughly savoured our meals in a restaurant setting beyond spectacular.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2016

Tanya

Spectacular!

Wow! What an experience. We knew it was going to be different and it did not disappoint. Set away from everything (it's an $85 cab ride to Port Douglas) in the middle of the rain forest. The food here is AMAZING. The chef and crew are awesome. The whole team really exceeded our expectations on service. Truly 5 star. We knew there was no TV and internet in the room so we were prepared for that and instead enjoyed the hammock and the jet tub and just the peacefulness of the place. I wish we would have paid to upgrade to riverfront though. The river is spectacular! Great trails and pool on the property. Bummed we didn't have time to take advantage of the spa. Let the staff book your tours. They have great relationships and know the ones that will pick you up directly from the hotel. We had an amazing time in the area and will be talking about it for the rest of our lives.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

23 Apr 2016

Julie

Great place to totally relax

We stayed for five days and found the experience wonderful. The rooms a set up beautifully, right amongst the rainforest. The sounds and scenery are fantastic. Lots to do or not if you wish. River swimming was great, walks, amenities and staff were fantastic. Would recommend to all.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Apr 2016

Verified traveler

Famously experience, highly recommended Silky Oaks

10/10

Exceptional

28 Feb 2016

Amanda

Serenity in the rainforest

We loved Silky Oaks, and only wished we could have stayed longer. Everything was so wonderful -- the location, the room, the pool, the food. We stayed in a cabin with a deck facing the river, and it was so peaceful and perfect. I'd highly recommend upgrading to this room type if you want privacy and a beautiful view while lounging in the hammock. Would definitely return in a heartbeat.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Feb 2016

Luba

Perfect Rainforest Luxury

Amazing staff and beautiful treehouse cottages made our stay here great! We were greeted with a cold refreshment and escorted to our private \"treehouse\" where our luggage was waiting for us. The room was spacious and very clean with an amazing smell from the hardwood floors. We enjoyed watching a wallaby graze off the deck and lots of birds and butterflies. The restaurant had a great complimentary breakfast where we could order from the menu and sample from the buffet. It had everything we were looking for; relaxation and comfort.

10/10

Exceptional

09 Feb 2016

Meital

Heaven on earth! Luxurious rainforest experience

The first word that comes to mind is \"heaven\". We were greeted with welcome drinks while our room was being prepared (they make sure your room has soft music playing, lit candles, welcome chocolate). Everyone was so helpful. It was hard to adjust to not having TV or wifi in the room, but that's what this place is about - disconnecting! We were able to go to the DVD room and watch movies when we wanted to, which was a huge plus! The resort has a library, board games, small gym, and a gorgeous pool. Silky Oaks gives you the total rainforest experience. We went hiking from the lodge (they give you hiking trail maps) and had a great time exploring the scenery. We saw a kangaroo on the property and we so enjoyed watching the wild turkeys walk around! Our bungalow was an absolute dream - the hammock on our balcony, the bathtub with the rainforest right outside the window - I can't express how beautiful this place is. I love this place and will be dreaming of coming back here.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Feb 2016

Verified traveler

Beautiful rainforest retreat

Fantastic setting deep in the rainforest with a stream running through the property. Room was lovely and likewise the view from the balcony bar. Thoroughly recommended!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

26 Dec 2015

Tulare

Very nice cottages in Mossman Gorge.

This is a lodge with a main building then with each room being a separate cottage situated around the property. We stayed in a \"river\" cottage which positioned us with a view of the Mossman river. Our rate included full breakfast from a buffet or a menu. The buffet was excellent! We had dinner on 1 evening and we were quite disappointed. The staff was a bit surly and selection was minimal. The dining room is open air and there were no bugs to speak of. There is wi-fi in the main building, which is free but slow. The rooms were nicely furnished. Floors were beautiful silky oak, the bathroom was clean and enticing. The cottage had a balcony with chairs and a hammock. The room had sliding glass doors with sliding screens. There is a beautiful swimming pool on property built into a grove of plants and trees. Our arrival was heavenly............we were walked to our cottage where new age music was playing on a Bose Wave, candles were lit in the room and on the balcony and the A/C was on. There was a list of things to do plus the lodge would take you several places if you had no car. There is a spa on premises however we did not check it out. The only con was the walking from the cottage to the main lodge, although a golf cart could have been called. It was extremely up and down on the path and a physically challenged individual would have a difficult time on the paths.

10/10

Exceptional

15 Nov 2015

Verified traveler

Amazing anniversary at Silky Oaks Lodge

My husband and I spent 2 nights at Silky Oaks Lodge and it exceeded our expectations. The hotel grounds were amazing with stunning views. Each morning we woke up to the beautiful sounds of the rainforest. I particularly loved swinging on the balcony in the hammock with those views. The pool was beautiful and the billabong private beach was just amazing. So fresh! We had a long swim there and also went for a short canoe ride around the river.

10/10

Exceptional

28 Oct 2015

Verified traveler

A lodge of heaven, oasis and tranquillity!

A time of bliss and tranquillity, one of the most peaceful places we have ever stayed at!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Sep 2015

Verified traveler

Fabulous location in the Daintree rainforest made perfect by the staff and facilites. Wonderful peaceful walking trails.

10/10

Exceptional

22 Sep 2015

Verified traveler

Amazing lodge in the jungle!

experience was amazing. NEIL was awesome. helped us check in and get familiar with the hotel.