Thala Beach Nature Reserve

A wonderful place! The cabins are scattered throughout the forest in a way that ensures privacy. The cabin itself is spacious, comfortable, and designed with meticulous attention to detail. The views from the restaurant and bar are breathtaking, and there’s also the option to walk down to the beach. The location requires driving if you want to reach Port Douglas or anywhere else, but tour and diving operators can pick up from and return to the hotel. The staff is friendly and efficient.

Great place for a restful retreat, fantastic for those fit enough for hours of walking through beautiful coastal bush land, lots of wildlife. One of the best restaurants in the region, great food generous serves and creative salads with attentive service. Excellent golf buggy transport for the less mobile, thanks Thomas for a lovely tour

Wonderful Experience! A fantastic place in a beautiful location. The staff are attentive, caring, and always willing to help—even offering flexibility during a medical emergency. The 24/7 golf cart service and assistance with luggage were much appreciated. We loved seeing wild wallabies around the property. The restaurant is outstanding—amazing food with excellent breakfast and dinner options. Beds were very comfortable too. Highly recommended!

Great location right in the middle of both Pt Douglas and Palm Cove, we had a rental car and it was perfect for travelling to each destination. The service was second-to-none, the staff were always happy to assist with any queries and the meals at the restaurant were delicious. Our only constructive feedback is that the rooms were a little closer in proximity than we had imagined and so there didn't seem to be much privacy available - not sure if this is the case with the higher-priced villas. All up, a wonderful relaxing experience and would be happy to return

We stayed in a Eucalyptus Bungalow which was spacious and well appointed. Comfortable bed and comfortable seating area both inside and on the secluded balcony. We felt perched in the trees and could hear the waves of the beach below.|The main complex has friendly staff who were more than helpful with all requests. We enjoyed afternoon drinks in the bar and lounge area and breakfasts and dinner in the restaurant. Both are open air with views either along the coast to the Daintree or down the coast towards Cairns.|Good menu choices and a limited but ample wine list. We had great conversations with the friendly barman and waiting staff.|We had a lovely stay and enjoyed the nature walks, the bird watching tour, and learnt more than I thought was possible about coconuts!

The grounds are very private and lovely. Lots of jungle around the rooms, which are spacious if a little dark. They come up short in services one expects. There is no in room coffee, and the lodge has no provision for take away. The WiFi is abysmal, and there is a single bar or cellular at best. You’ll need to download or work in the lodge. The pools are unheated and shaded and cold. My wife misplaced her room key (no cards here), and the front desk told her there was nothing they could do about it, and she was locked out until I returned. Not okay. The restaurant is very pretty with great views, the food is okay. There is no laundry facility or pickup/ drop off like a real resort. They suggested we use a laundromat in the next town over. That’s pretty bad.

My stay at Thala was superb. The staff were exceptional—genuinely warm, welcoming, and always eager to assist with anything I needed. Their friendliness really made a lasting impression. The hotel grounds are beautiful, with several lovely walking tracks to explore; I’d definitely recommend making time to enjoy them. As for the beach—it’s breathtaking, easily one of the most picturesque and peaceful hotel beaches I’ve ever come across. The atmosphere is ideal for relaxing. A huge thank you to everyone at Thala for making my visit so memorable. I’ll certainly be returning the next time I’m in Queensland.

Great experience! We were fortunate to have the owner as our captain. He and his staff made it possible for a rusty swimmer like me to snorkel. An unforgettable experience!