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Thala Beach Nature Reserve

4.5 star property
Luxury resort on the beach, with 2 outdoor swimming pools
your current months are September, 2024 and October, 2024.
September 2024
October 2024

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2 outdoor pools, pool loungers
Reception
Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Beach View
Lounge
Sports facility

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

    • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk
    • BarBar
    • On private beachOn private beach
    • HousekeepingHousekeeping
    • Breakfast availableBreakfast available
    • SpaSpa

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Map
Private Road. 5078 Capt Cook Highway, Oak Beach, QLD, 4877
  • Popular LocationOak Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationFour Mile Beach15 min drive
  • Popular LocationCrystalbrook Superyacht Marina20 min drive
  • AirportCairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)50 min drive

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Coral Sea Bungalow

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 45 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Terrace/patio

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Beach View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
  • 65 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Eucalypt Bungalow

Eucalypt Bungalow

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Jungle Walk Bungalow

Jungle Walk Bungalow

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Birdwing Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
HDTV
  • 65 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Kingfisher Suite

Kingfisher Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
HDTV
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Oak Beach

A luxury stay in Oak Beach awaits you at Thala Beach Nature Reserve. You'll be 11.7 km (7.3 mi) from Four Mile Beach and 14.9 km (9.3 mi) from Hartley's Crocodile Adventures. Highlights at this beachfront resort include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a private beach and a restaurant. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with body wraps, body scrubs and aromatherapy. The restaurant, Osprey's Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the resort's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to ecotours and kayaking. 1615 square feet (150 square metres) of event facilities include 2 meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning full breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 4.5-property class Oak Beach resort include Rex Smeal Park and Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina.
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What's nearby

  • Oak Beach - 1 min walk
  • Wildlife Habitat - 13 min drive
  • Four Mile Beach - 15 min drive
  • Macrossan Street - 18 min drive
  • Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Kuranda Station - 55 min drive
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Beach Shack - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Treetops Spa at Ramada - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪4 Mile Seafood & Takeaway - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kai Port Douglas - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Plantation Resort Poolside Bar & Cafe - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Thala Beach Nature Reserve

Luxury resort on the beach, with 2 outdoor swimming pools
Step outside to feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the white sand beach. After a day at the beach, cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools at Thala Beach Nature Reserve and enjoy amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool.

Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Oak Beach resort.

  • 1 floor
  • 83 guestrooms or units
  • 83 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • 1615 sq ft of conference space
  • 150 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1998
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Thala Beach Nature Reserve offers 83 accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and safes. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 15 kilometres
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: AUD 24 to 38 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Osprey's Restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 24-hour pool access
  • Beach yoga
  • Books
  • Ecotours
  • Games
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • Video library

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • DVD player
  • Fenced pool
  • Free cot
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (1,615 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Area rug in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

More

  • 83 buildings
  • Built in 1998
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Floor
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony/patio

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3.5 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately AUD 24 to 38 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 60 per person (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in January and close in December.
  • Pool access is available 24 hours a day.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Thala
Thala Beach
Thala Beach Lodge
Thala Lodge
Thala Lodge Beach
Thala Beach Hotel Port Douglas
Thala Beach Resort
Thala Beach Nature Reserve Hotel
Thala Nature Reserve Hotel
Thala Beach Nature Reserve
Thala Nature Reserve
Thala Beach Nature Reserve Resort
Thala Nature Reserve Resort
Thala Beach Lodge
Thala Beach Resort
Thala Nature Reserve Oak
Thala Beach Nature Reserve Resort
Thala Beach Nature Reserve Oak Beach
Thala Beach Nature Reserve Resort Oak Beach

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Thala Beach Nature Reserve?

Thala Beach Nature Reserve offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Thala Beach Nature Reserve?

As of 8 Sept 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thala Beach Nature Reserve on 19 Sept 2024 start from AU$477.36, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Thala Beach Nature Reserve?

Yep, Thala Beach Nature Reserve has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Thala Beach Nature Reserve?

Yep, Thala Beach Nature Reserve is a short 1-minute walk from Oak Beach. Fun beach activities include yoga, snorkelling and scuba diving.

Is there a spa on site at Thala Beach Nature Reserve?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as prenatal massages.

Does Thala Beach Nature Reserve have a pool?

Thala Beach Nature Reserve has 2 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 24 hours (Seasonal outdoor pool open from January to December).

What makes Thala Beach Nature Reserve a romantic place to stay?

Ocean-view dining and a private beach, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Thala Beach Nature Reserve.

Is Thala Beach Nature Reserve family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as 2 outdoor pools and a private beach, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Thala Beach Nature Reserve is a hit with families.

Does Thala Beach Nature Reserve serve breakfast?

Yeah, full breakfast is offered daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thala Beach Nature Reserve?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day at scheduled times for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Thala Beach Nature Reserve?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Thala Beach Nature Reserve?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Thala Beach Nature Reserve?

No, pets are not allowed.

Thala Beach Nature Reserve Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 413 out of 561 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 561 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 561 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 561 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 561 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our stay at Thala Beach. Such a relaxing getaway in a wonderful location. Our private bungalow was perfect and we spent most of our stay exploring the properties many walks, lookouts and beach, and thanks again for organising the day tour to Cape Tribulation for us, it was fantastic! Can't wait to come again, and already sending others your way!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Alex

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved being away from any built environment, nestled amongst the trees, ocean and cliffs, lots of birds and feeling of being in nature. The restaurant is a stunning location but the food is hit and miss, limited menu, and expensive. Staff are warm and friendly. The resort has a slightly worn fee about it. But if you’re looking for a slightly rustic eco retreat vibe, it’s great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

elizabeth, Chester

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful secluded rainforest property with its own beautiful beach. Good size room; eco friendly but parking was not near the room and restaurant was so/so
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with family
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Great food
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marian

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb rainforest setting. Attentive staff. Good food.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hollee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is wonderful, just south of Port Douglas. Right in the bush! Right in nature! Great facilities, bungalow up to date and luxurious.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Inga A

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barclay, Spokane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great resort, no weaknesses
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Bishops Stortford

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely unique location for a peaceful break. It was useful to have a taxi service into Port Douglas several times a day. Would recommend the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary, Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and beach. Great staff, delicious breakfast and dinners, onsite birding & nature .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Paradise
Always amazing to stay here
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brynne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My partner and I had an amazing time! We loved walking around the property and exploring the trails. You just can’t beat having a private beach and your own private little sanctuary amongst the trees. Truly spectacular. The staff were extremely kind and attentive. We had Ray as our waiter both times we dined at the restaurant for dinner and he was great. While the menu is limited, everything was delicious. I will say that if you are looking for a pristine resort with immediate pool side service, this may not be the place for you. It is a long walk from the beach to get a cold beer! But if you like the silence of nature and people that appreciate it…then this place certainly is worth a visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mika

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bowie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting, fantastic staffs, love the wallabies and birds!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Izabella

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, relaxing, loved the coconut odyssey, the butterfly walk, scampering around the headland at low tide..so much more to enjoy here in better weather too!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Grant

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great facility and accommodation. Staff extremely helpful and friendly. Restaurant has exceptional views but a new chef has a limited menu and doesn’t really accommodate vegetarians or vegans. Hopefully that will change in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toby

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great time also our engagement almost got spilt due to the older lady at the front desk when we checked in. Lucky my parents wasn’t listening to what she said… Overall we loved thala and will be back. Thanks for the great experience!

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and well maintained. Our room was super comfortable, quiet, private, fabulous. We enjoyed exploring the main pool, which was very nice. Unfortunately, we did have several complaints. The first is that while the staff was polite, they weren't friendly. Additionally, the bar staff was more than willing to bring our first set of drinks to us in the pool, but they never came back to see if we wanted more. Also, when we were sitting in the lounge area, they again never came to see if we wanted another drink, instead, we had to walk up to the bar to get refills. The food options were lacking (though we knew that going into it). The breakfast buffet was great, but dinner options were very limited. The biggest complaint, however, was that there is no beverage/snack service on the beach. They do have a facility there, but apparently its only for "special occasions." Not sure if they realize all of the money they're missing out on by not having service on the beach. Overall, Thala was what we were looking for, but I'd say they are more of a 3-star resort rather than a 5-star. If they want to be a 5-star resort, they need to up their commitment to service.

10/10 Excellent

Eshan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay at. Friendly staff and very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Virginie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels I have ever stayed (definitely in my top 3)! I absolutely adored my stay at Thala Beach. Everything looks absolutely beautiful and I loved to be surrounded by nature. I just could not get enough of the magical view from the restaurant especially at sunset while having dinner... so romantic. The food was really good and so were the cocktails. The staff is absolutely fantastic, always smiling and so professional and helpful, a delight, I felt really welcome! This hotel is so special, loved everything about it, the decoration (colonial style), the atmosphere, the wildlife, the pool, the walks, the trails, the private beach. It is the perfect place to stay to disconnect (no wifi in the bungalows) and reset and you can do so much on site and when you feel like exploring, it is perfectly located, only 15 minutes drive from Port Douglas. They have also a nice gifts shop where you can also buy some products such as sun lotion, mosquito spray, toothpaste, snacks etc... I will definitely come back as this is such a unique place.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022