“Situated on a billabong six hours north of Cairns on the Cape York peninsula, this lodge is set in a tropical wildlife haven, with over 200 species of birds in the area. Ten simple yet comfortable, wooden cabins have private bathrooms and verandas. Ideal for an inexpensive outback adventure.”

Recommended for

  • Birdwatching

    • Spot some of the 200 species of birds flitting through the grounds - including the lotus bird which has given the lodge its name
  • Back to Nature

    • A birdwatchers' paradise with a remote feel, set on the edge of a billabong in Queensland's beautiful wilderness
  • Wildlife Area

    • The Lakefield National Park is home to freshwater crocodiles, birds and marsupials, best seen by boat
  • Hideaway

    • Quiet and relaxing, this is a welcome hideaway from the buzz of the world beyond
  • Great walks

    • Take a self guided nature walk along the lodge's marked trails to see plants and wildlife in total tranquility
  • All inclusive

    • The price includes all meals including packed lunches if you're off exploring for the day.
  • Fishing

    • Fishing trips into the Lakefield National Park are brilliant for keen anglers
  • Riverside

    • Set by a horse-shoe shaped billabong
  • In/by a Nature Reserve

    • 9km from Lakefield National Park
  • Eco

  • Quiet

  • Less £

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Trekking

  • Country Escape

  • Outstanding location

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Full of character

  • Restaurant

  • Traditional

  • Landmark

  • Active Holiday

  • Quirky

  • Kayaking

  • Owner managed

  • Charming

  • Intimate

  • Views

  • Secluded setting

  • Remote

  • Hotel boats for hire

Facilities

  • Rooms

    10 rooms in this hotel
  • Communal Dining

    The main lodge has a long table for communal dinners of seasonal produce
  • Library

    With books and board games
  • Laundry

  • Bar

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Outdoor dining

  • Parking

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Restaurant

  • Garden

  • Sitting Room

  • Private villas

  • Views

  • Games room

Activities

  • Birdwatching

    • Spot some of the 200 species of birds flitting through the grounds - including the lotus bird which has given the lodge its name
  • Wildlife Area

    • The Lakefield National Park is home to freshwater crocodiles, birds and marsupials, best seen by boat
  • Great walks

    • Take a self guided nature walk along the lodge's marked trails to see plants and wildlife in total tranquility
  • Fishing

    • Fishing trips into the Lakefield National Park are brilliant for keen anglers
  • Trekking

  • Kayaking

  • Hotel boats for hire

Map & Location

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