My husband and I spent two nights here as part of our Babymoon in Port Douglas. As we were on a budget, wanted to snorkel the reef but also have a last taste of luxury before the baby sucks up all our time and money, we decided to split our holiday into two parts - one part luxury where we... more

I live in Cairns and when my sister arrived from Melbourne to help me celebrate my 60th birthday, we decided to treat ourselves to two nights at Thala. What a great decision that proved to be! On arrival we were greeted with valet parking and refreshing drinks. As we arrived early we had booked in to do the coconut tour... more

Thala has a lot going for it - the place is chiseled into a hill and has great views and plenty of wildlife. The staff are friendly. Brekky is good. The rockpool, though small, is very nicely done. But we bailed a day early from our three day stay because the room (Jungle Walk Bungalow) was quite poor. Our 'king... more

Beautiful room – king bed, hardwood floors, granite bathroom accents, mini fridge, screened windows, a/c. Due to the nature of the bungalow style the resort is spread out over several acres and walking is required – but it you choose to be lazy, staff will happily escort you around in the many golf carts – no charge, smile included. Yes... more

NO HOT TUB?! I agree with one of the previous reviewers. The service is excellent, the grounds are beautiful and the beach is great. But no hot tub? C'mon. Also, breakfast was a bit pricey $25 pp. OH and another thing, be prepared to walk up and down hills. The whole site is on a hilltop.. stunning views but burning... more

Choose the cheaper room, but when we got there realised that we had been put in the next room up, which was so nice. Larger, no 'jungle' print bedding, more secluded, and right in the forest. Stayed here for 3 nights, and during that time took advantaged of the free bird watching tour, and wildlife tour. Learnt about the local... more

Writing this review as I sit in my Thala room Eucalypt Bungalow to be exact. The room is remodeled and very nice, a bit dark but the new King bed is great. Good: Great service, both kind and friendly. Free wifi, valet parking and luggage taxi to your room, complimentary drinks on arrival with orientation. Secluded which is nice. These... more

After months of watching Trip Advisor for the best place to stay near the Great Barrier Reef, we chose Thala Beach Lodge. We were not disappointed and I'm kind of picky since I've worked in hotels for 25 years. We saw some of the previous comments about long walks to certain bungalows, pool too shady, food too expensive, not enough... more

one of a kind!!. we had the jungle bungalow( us$220 w/breakfast)#76,which was the farthest away and it was great!!! this is a eco-lodge ,you are in the middle of a natural setting w/wallabis and birds . to get to the bungalows only 5 mins or less to the main lodge ,pools and beach by small trails.you can always call for... more