daintree siesta
Stay in our motel-style Rooms
In the Daintree Rainforest
Base yourself to explore the World Heritage Daintree Rainforest in the cosy comfort of our motel-style accommodation.
Our air-conditioned rainforest rooms can accommodate between two to five guests (queen, twin or family options). Some of the rooms are pet friendly (please check when making a booking) and one of our queen rooms is wheelchair accessible.
We look forward to welcoming you at Daintree Siesta.
Are you looking for an accessible motel room in the heart of the Daintree rainforest?
With our spacious accessible motel room, you can experience the beauty of the World Heritage rainforest right from your doorstep.
Daintree Siesta
Airconditioned Accommodation
Relax and unwind in our motel-style accommodation perfect for enjoying the Daintree Rainforest in all seasons.
Each of our rainforest rooms is equipped with air-conditioning as well as ceiling fans for your comfort on balmy tropical evenings.
Guests can enjoy the privacy of their own en-suite bathroom, tea and coffee making facilities, a mini fridge to store your own goodies and an outdoor rainforest seating area in a natural setting. Each room has it’s own guest parking space.
During your stay, enjoy a meal at our on-site Daintree Rainforest restaurant set amongst tropical gardens – note hours currently vary.
FAQs
Our air-conditioned rooms are ready to welcome guests for a minimum of 2 nights. However, as we are currently prioritising bookings for those repairing roads and facilities north of the Daintree River, all bookings for February must be made via email. Confirmation of bookings must be shown before boarding the Daintree River Car Ferry.
For instructions and location map view our Getting Here page.
Council does not allow cooking in our motel rooms. Guests are welcome to use our outside barbecue facilities and camp kitchen.
For those who bring their own food we can provide loaned cutlery, crockery and microwave. Guests can self-cater for breakfast in their rooms and enjoy lunch and dinner at our restaurant.
Yes, some of our rainforest rooms are pet friendly. Please check at time of booking for the availability of these rooms if bringing a pet with you. There is an additional charge of $20/night/pet and pets must be included in your booking details.
There are however some strict rules that apply to pets on the premises due to the abundance of wildlife at Daintree Siesta.
Also, please note that many of the Daintree Rainforest attractions do not allow pets. Paws and Claws in Craiglie provides kennel services as an alternative option for your furry loved ones.
Please refer to our terms and conditions page for full details.
Due to Tropical Cyclone Jasper many activities are closed or have limited operating hours.
While visiting us guests can ‘be’ in the rainforest & enjoy exploring our on-site rainforest walks and spot ancient flora and vulnerable and endangered fauna endemic to the area.
We also have a range of games, puzzles and DVD’s for guests to borrow whilst here, as well as a book exchange
Visit our activities and tours page for more Daintree Rainforest activities.
One of our queen rooms is wheelchair accessible. Please enquire at the time of booking for availability. Read more about accessibility here.
At Daintree Siesta we provide a chance to digital detox with no wi-fi and limited mobile reception.
Ask reception about local network hot spots if required.
Enjoy switching off and take a break from the hustle and bustle of regular life, listening to the calls of the wild around you.
Cabin Facilities
Air-conditioning & Ceiling Fans.
Private en-suite bathroom.
Cofffee and tea making facilities.
Mini fridge, TV & Toaster in each room.
An accessible queen room is available.
Some pet friendly rooms available.
What our guests say
Great hosts. The rooms are cosy and functional with good airconditioning and the restaurant has tasty food for reasonable prices and prompt service.
The lodge is quiet, has a playground and beautiful nature walks on site. Very family-friendly and highly recommended, especially with young kids.