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daintree beach resort.

OPEN 6th MARCH 2026

For decades, it was the kind of place only those
in the know talked about. A sleepy beachside
caravan park, which, admittedly, needed a little
TLC, but with its pristine waterfront location Rainforest CHECK IN TO CHECK OUT
and the daintree just a stone’s throw away, loyal UNDER LIGHTS
campers would return year after year. But the magic of Daintree Beach Resort isn’t just found in where you sleep, it’s The beauty of escaping to this remote corner
Retreat, new alfresco dining space has been created complete with bean bags, fairy lights gently nudging you to slow down, unplug, and

of the world is the chance to truly switch off.

WORDS LISA KELLER where you eat. And drink. And hang out with your new best friends (whether you Here, the fi ckle internet isn’t a flaw, it’s nature
brought them with you or met them at the bar). As well as the glamping tents, a
It was this, coupled with an irresistible regional charm and food trucks creating the perfect setting for a magical evening under the stars. surrender to rainforest time. (If you do need to
use your devices, because let’s face it, we live
and untapped potential, that caught the attention of Tacos and Pork Ribs are favourites from the small but well-crafted venue which is in a digital age, Starlink internet is available
the renowned Saltwater Hotels, who snapped up the on offer every evening from 4pm and from the end of May, the food truck and bar throughout the park giving you full access to the

chance to rewrite the story for this aging park. Two years reimagined will be open 7 days a week for breakfast, light lunches and dinners. If you time it outside world).
and a spectacular makeover later, they now invite you to right, your evening will be accompanied by live acoustic music.
experience what life is like at Daintree Beach Resort. It’s hard to describe the feeling of lounging under the mountains of the world’s For those who prefer to spend their days out
exploring (and given the location, it’s highly
oldest rainforest, sipping on a cool drink as the soft strum of a guitar soothes your encouraged), Daintree Beach Resort serves as
THE SECRET’S OUT soul, but it’s one you’ll want to come back to again and again. the perfect homebase. To the south, you have
Tucked beneath the palm trees in the remote coastal town And the best part? You don’t need to be a camper to enjoy it. The park’s food and Port Douglas, just a scenic 35-minute drive
down the road while to the north, you have
of Wonga Beach what was once a modest camping ground bar truck is open to all, and has locals rejoicing for an exciting new nightspot in unlimited access to sprawling canopies of the
now lies what can only be described as a tropical oasis; its what is otherwise a sleepy town. Daintree Rainforest and the secrets that lie
sense of luxury defi ned by the inviting, resort style pool, within. And, for those days where you don’t feel
elegant amenities and, of course, the striking presence of like travelling too far, the popular Hook-A-Barra
numerous brand-new glamping pavilions.
Farm is conveniently located at the entryway to
While the option for pitching a tent or pulling in your the park, providing endless opportunities for fun,
camper trailer remains, Daintree Beach Resort now offers especially for the kids.

an elevated alternative to traditional camping. Think king- For many, a weekend escape to the Daintree
sized beds draped in soft, beautiful linen, private bathrooms seems an unattainable voyage but that’s the
with enchanting outdoor showers, and your very own coffee magic of Daintree Beach Resort. It’s close

machines, all wrapped within a fully air-conditioned pavilion. enough to Cairns that the drive is a breeze but
One night in here and you’d be excused for never wanting far enough that it still feels like a proper escape.
to leave. Luxurious? Yes. Expensive? Surprisingly, no. Pricing The perfect weekender, one could say. And with
remains quite competitive which is a breath of fresh air when everything now available on site, all you need
you consider the calibre of the accommodation and what’s is your toothbrush, a change of clothes and to
included.

switch off from the outside world and tune into
All this said, let’s not play down the campsites. In fact, the nature in the park around you.
there’s a good reason why travellers have returned to this Although, it’s not just a park anymore. It’s a
spot year after year and why it has earned such a reputable destination. And it’s one you won’t want to leave.
name for itself among the caravanner crowd. Both powered
and unpowered sites are available and if you’re someone
who cringes at the thought of a public bathroom, you’ll be
pleasantly surprised by the chic, modern and downright PLAN AHEAD
impressive shower rooms that were all part of Saltwater
Hotels’ vision to make the resort a place where camping & BOOK
doesn’t mean compromising on comforts.
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