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Cow Bay Hotel

Lot 458 / Baileys Creek Rd, Cow Bay, Cape Tribulation, Queensland 4873, Australia
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London, United Kingdom
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26 reviews 26 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2013

I had driven up from Cairns, tramped round the Mossman Gorge, Daintree Discovery Centre and was planning for a quick trip to Cape Tribulation but the weather had other ideas, so I checked in relatively early. It is a typical Aussie pub. The room was equipped as it should be: TV, tea-making equipment, fridge, nice big shower comfortable bed and... More

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Yallambie,Victoria
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 October 2011

We went to the Cow Bay Hotel three nights on our holiday and found the food and service just fantastic. We could not have been happier with the fantstic food and the welcoming service of all the staff. it is a typical aussie pub, with freindly locals and dogs in the bar. When there was a delay with a meal... More

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Sydney, Australia
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 September 2011

Stayed nearby and was warned that the Cow Bay Hotel was "a bit rough". Found it was quite the opposite. Sure, some "rough around the edges" locals, but that just indicated it was a true Aussie country pub. Food was very cheap and good quality. We went there 2 nights in preference to the motel restaurant. Second night was pizza... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 July 2011

The northern bank of the Daintree River is World Heritage-listed rain forest . After the Daintree River ferry crossing the road winds through thick rainforests and the first commercial centre you arrive at is Cow Bay. Cow Bay is one of the oldest established centres of commerce in the Daintree, yet it still only boasts the hotel/motel and airstrip for... More

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Adelaide, Australia
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2011

we go to FNQ each year for a holiday and always stop at this hotel for lunch. our last stop in march was the best. the place was spotlessly clean, staff were very friendly and laid back and my burger was probably the best value meal i had all week. do not drive past, pull in get a cold drink... More

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Salt Lake City, Utah
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2010

We had a hard time picking a place to stay in the Cape Trib area as we needed 2 rooms & it seemed like there were the budget "backpacker" , the yoga retreats or the very expensive resorts. Our party was 2 adults (mid 50s) & our daughter & her boyfriend (mid 20s). The rooms are small & plain but... More

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sunshine coast
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 August 2009

My wife and i stayed at cow bay hotel motel, yes it is isolated but that is the attraction we think. we tried the pizza it was great and breakfast help yourself. Cathy and Dennis are a genuine couple having a GO ! berr was cold what more can you ask for

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51Cathy, Owner / Manager Dennis and Cathy Verri at Cow Bay Hotel, responded to this review
16 August 2009

Thank you for your kind words and lovely review of your stay at the Cow Bay Hotel. Since we have come back to run the hotel/motel in November 2008 we have been getting a huge positive feed back on what a beautiful hotel we have here and how friendly the staff and locals are and what great food we serve!!... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2009

We live in Cairns and where do you go for Holidays when where you live is the perfect Holiday Destination. We decided to take the children (4 & 9) up to see the Daintree and Cape Tribulation as they had not been over the Daintree as yet. Upon arriving at our booked destination (I wont give the name as I... More

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southern highlands
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2008

Never before have I been to such a disgusting, 2nd rate establishment in my life. If it isn't the lack of service or downright small minded mentality of the bar staff that will disgust you it will most definately be the way the locals are encouraged to behave. Whilst on honeymoon, my husband and I were witness to a mother... More

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51Cathy, Owner and Manager at Cow Bay Hotel, responded to this review
17 August 2009

I wish this review could be removed as this was with previous leese's who left after a very bad 3 year lease of this establishment. It certainly is not like this now and we are the original owners and builders of this beautiful Oasis in the Rainforest the "Cow Bay Hotel" and we came back in November 2008 and have... More

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Also Known As:
Cow Bay Hotel Daintree Region - Cape Tribulation
Address: Lot 458 / Baileys Creek Rd, Cow Bay, Cape Tribulation, Queensland 4873, Australia
Region: Australia > Queensland > Daintree Region > Cape Tribulation > Cow Bay
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Free Parking Restaurant
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Ranked #2 of 2 hotels in Cow Bay
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Cow Bay Hotel is an Oasis set in the middle of the Daintree Wet Tropics featuring the longest piece of timber bar in the world!! Historic photos of Cow Bay! Aussi food tasting during lunch and dinner time. Stop and have an overnight stay or just a cold beer with good pub food. Try our Wednesday Night Pizzas in the Beergarden or in the beautiful lounge bistro. With bottleshop, 6 motel style units accommodating families, couples and backpackers!! Under new Management since November 2008. ... more   less 

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