Thala Beach Nature Reserve

Perched on a private beach headland near Port Douglas and Oak Beach, this five-star eco nature resort sits between the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest. Palm Cove and Port Douglas are close by, making it a great base for reef trips and rainforest adventures. Family-friendly vibes meet rugged coastline scenery.

Choose from 83 individually decorated guestrooms and elevated bungalows on timber poles, all linked by forest paths. Rooms feature minibars, DVD/CD players, flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning and private furnished balconies or terraces with headland views, plus bathrooms with separate tubs and showers and in-room tea/coffee facilities.

Private beach access and two free-form outdoor pools with waterfalls and grottos set the scene. A spa and wellness studio offers massages, body treatments and facials. On-site boutique, art gallery and an adventure desk (diving club and tours available) keep things interesting—wake up to sea-breeze mornings and walk straight into the rainforest.

A business center, 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff support events. There’s a conference center with 1,615 sq ft and two meeting rooms, free self-parking and roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge). Complimentary Wi-Fi and high-speed internet help you stay connected.

Osprey's Restaurant overlooks the gardens and features a bar/lounge, plus there's a coffee shop/café on site. Full cooked breakfasts are served daily (additional fee) to fuel reef and rainforest excursions.