Description
~ 5 Star Exclusive Nature Lodge ~
Thala Beach Lodge Provides a natural and secluded environment for your relaxation, and is a tranquil haven at the end of a hard days exploring. Whether strolling at sunrise on our private tropical beach or relaxing with cocktails watching the sunset over the coastal ranges, you will be enchanted by your surrounds.
Your room is nestled among the naturally existing Eucalypt forest, which has been preserved carefully during construction. We have a wide range of forest types, which provide habitats for some extraordinary Birds, Plants and animals. All buildings are up in the tree canopy, providing a magical and unobtrusive relationship with the natural world surrounding them.
Location
Thala Beach Lodge is located on the northernmost headland of a 2km stretch of untouched coastline. The views from our restaurant are panoramic, taking in the Far North Queensland coast from Double Island to Cape Tribulation, and from the sparkling waters of the Great Barrier Reef to the World Heritage Forests that cover our coastal ranges.
Thala is located 10 minutes, by regular shuttle, from Port Douglas. All tours in the Cairns, Port Douglas area pick up at the Lodge. All local specialist tours can be arranged for you after arrival.
Accommodation
Our Accommodations are in individual bungalows set around the northernmost headland of the beach. These private ’residences’ are linked to the restaurant, gallery, Adventure Desk, Rock pools, and beach by leafy pathways through the gardens. EUCALYPT BUNGALOW - nestled among the natural Eucalypt forests with an inspiring view of the World Heritage Forests blanketing our coastal ranges CORAL SEA BUNGALOW - Set around the headland overlooking the Coral Sea and Far North Queensland Coastline. ALL ROOMS feature : King sized or King Single Beds, Balcony, Exclusive tropical furnishings, Private access, Air Conditioning, Ceiling fan, Bath and Shower, Mini Bar, Tea and Coffee, Hair Dryer, Iron/ Ironing board, Alarm Clock, Colour TV, Telephone,In room safes Non Smoking Rooms available.
Dining & Entertainment
At our Ospreys Restaurant, enjoy fine food surrounded by uninterrupted views for 110 kilometres. Dine among the birds in the surrounding treetops. Experience the tastes of the tropics surrounded by its splendour. A remarkable vista studded by Coral islands, reefs and mountain ranges.
The ’Masked Plover’ bar is open throughout the day and evening for your pleasure. Overlooking our pool and the majestic expanse of our coast and rainforests.
Facilities
Airport and Tour transfers, Tour bookings and arrangements, Car Hire, A La Carte Restaurant, Cocktail Bar, Gallery, Duty Free Opals and Pearls, Room Service, Valet Parking, 24 hr reception, Email access. Complimentary shuttle service to and from Port Douglas
Activities
There are many very personalised and exciting experiences that we recommend ranging from diving on the Great Barrier Reef to expeditions into the Rainforests or the exploration of Outback Cape York (Quinkan Country) with its spectacular Aboriginal rock art galleries. Our trained staff pride themselves on organising truly specialised and memorable experiences that capture the essence of this wonderfully diverse region of Tropical Australia.
BIRDWATCHING: We are host to more than 101 species of Bird and 34 varieties of butterfly right here on site at Thala beach Lodge. Many of these you will see eye to eye during meals at our restaurant which looks into the treetops and out over the Coral Sea.
Weddings
A spectacular location to mark your special day ... Choose from one of many amazing locations for your ceremony. Let us arrange your reception in our main lodge, or in a romantic setting among the Gardens or on our private beach. If there are any special arrangements you require we can tailor your wedding to suit you ...it is your special day, and we are here to help.