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

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

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

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

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 More

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

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