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5 out of 5
Silky Oaks Lodge
Finlayvale Road, Finlayvale, QLD

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 158 out of 184 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Arley, Seattle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with family
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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.

10/10 Excellent

Betty

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Beautiful location at a relaxing resort.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

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Beautiful surroundings, friendly staff. Facilities are new. Overall very satisfied.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lise

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

AVI

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing property and location. It’s hard to leave this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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The best of everything all in the one spot. The dinner menu is mind blowing. Total relaxation and luxury.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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8/10 Good

Shari

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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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with partner
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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.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Georgia

Travelled with partner
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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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from Team Silky on 2 Aug 2022
Thanks for such a wonderful review, Stephen. Much like the beautiful soundtrack of the Mossman River, your comments are music to our ears. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from Team Silky on 20 Jul 2022
Thanks so much, Darryl!

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and wonderful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from Team Silky on 7 Jul 2022
Thanks so much for your review, Lorrie. We hope the fond memories endure and that we may see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Response from Team Silky on 21 Feb 2022
Thank you for your lovely ten-star review, we're delighted we could welcome you for a getaway at the new-look Silky Oaks Lodge. Chef Mark and his team aim to reflect a sense of place in every dish and they will be thrilled to hear their cuisine was the highlight of your stay. We hope to see you at our lodge amongst the Daintree Rainforest again soon or perhaps at sister properties Longitude 131 in the Red Centre or Capella Lodge on Lord Howe Island, where the dining experiences are equally inspired by the unique flavours and ingredients of the destination. Until then, thank you again and safe travels.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Irtiza

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Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anita

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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.
Big spa tub
Room with a hammock and view
Welcome cocktails
Even a tennis court
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Barry

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Amazing accommodation in an an amazing place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

S

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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Paradise!!!!!
A real paradise. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

steven

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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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
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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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Catharina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

KeithMeadows, Mosman, NSW

Travelled with partner
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The staff, the facilities, the setting of the property- WOW! WOW! WOW! We wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Business traveller
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Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
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Beautiful property. Service from all staff was excellent. However, I felt the location was a bit remote, far from cafes etc
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
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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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
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Peaceful Comfortable Peaceful Comfortable Peaceful Comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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The exquisite location of the lodge nestled amongst nature offers a truely amazing environment for a soothing retreat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

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Too remote
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ross, Melbourne, Vic

Travelled with partner
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Special place in a special location. All staff were amazing,
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
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Location was stunning as were the facilities. Food excellent
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
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A magic place to stay and rest A place that feeds your soul.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Response from Michelle on 15 May 2019
Thank you for your feedback :-)

10/10 Excellent

Hugh, Norfolk, England

Travelled with partner
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Loved the location, the ambience, the cabin with the hammock, the open feel of the dining and bar areas, everything! :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Response from Michelle on 8 May 2019
Thanks for your feedback Hugh, we're so glad you enjoyed your stay. Warm Regards The Team at Silky Oaks

10/10 Excellent

Coleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Service is worth the price you pay! I recommend the spa.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
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Superb peaceful location with great facilities and relaxing atmosphere
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Brian

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R&R
Very tranquil spot. Tasty food Great sleep
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

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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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

R H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Betsy, Boston

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Beautiful grounds, great hike to a swimming hole, kayaks available, fantastic food and restaurant ambiance set in the rainforest
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018