Thala Beach Nature Reserve

4.5 star property
Luxury resort on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools

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2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; ocean views
Lobby sitting area
Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels
Reception

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa

Explore the area

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Private Road. 5078 Capt Cook Highway, Oak Beach, QLD, 4877
  • Place, Four Mile Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Four Mile Beach Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Room options

Coral Sea Bungalow

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Bungalow Coral Sea

  • Sleeps 2

Eucalypt Bungalow

  • Sleeps 2

Jungle Walk Bungalow

  • Sleeps 2

Eucalypt Bungalow

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Sandpiper Suite

  • 700 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Birdwing Suite

  • 700 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Kingfisher Suite

  • 700 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Jungle Walk Bungalow

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Birdwing Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Kingfisher Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Sandpiper Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Standard-Jungle Walk

  • Sleeps 2

Sandpiper Suite

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Oak Beach

Thala Beach Nature Reserve places you 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from Four Mile Beach and 10.5 mi (16.8 km) from Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina. This 83-room, 4.5-star resort welcomes business and leisure travelers with 2 outdoor pools, a private beach, and a restaurant.

What's nearby

  • Oak Beach - 11 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Four Mile Beach - 21 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Four Mile Beach Park - 21 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Macrossan Street - 25 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina - 26 min drive - 11.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kuranda Station - 55 min drive
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Turtle Cove - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Aluco - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Shack - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Barrier Tavern - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Osprey’s - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Thala Beach Nature Reserve

Luxury resort on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools
At Thala Beach Nature Reserve, guests have access to a private beach, 2 outdoor pools, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for AUD 60 per person one-way. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach resort include meeting rooms, a conference center, and a business center.
Guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs with digital channels and DVD players. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Furnished balconies or patios, minibars, and electric kettles are other standard amenities.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a seasonal outdoor pool. Other recreational amenities include a private beach.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 15 km
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 42 for adults and AUD 22 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Osprey's Restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 24-hour pool access
  • Beach yoga
  • Books
  • Ecotours
  • Games
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • Video library

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • DVD player
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room crib
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center (1,615 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • 83 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1998
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately AUD 42 for adults and AUD 22 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 60 per person (one-way)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from January to December.
  • 24-hour pool access
  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Thala Beach Nature Reserve?

Thala Beach Nature Reserve provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Thala Beach Nature Reserve?

As of Oct 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thala Beach Nature Reserve on Oct 22, 2025 start from $332.02, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see close to Thala Beach Nature Reserve?

This resort in Oak Beach is within a 10-minute walk of Oak Beach and Pebbly Beach. You'll also find Macalister Range National Park and Wet Tropics of Queensland within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Thala Beach Nature Reserve?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the resort.

Is a spa located at Thala Beach Nature Reserve?

Spa services at the resort include Swedish massages, deep-tissue massages, reflexology, and aromatherapy.

Does Thala Beach Nature Reserve include a casino on the premises?

No, Thala Beach Nature Reserve doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Thala Beach Nature Reserve?

No, this resort doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools. Guests have 24-hour access and the seasonal pool is normally open from January until December.

What do couples enjoy most about Thala Beach Nature Reserve?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this resort, including a private beach, 2 outdoor pools, and a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Thala Beach Nature Reserve?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this resort.

Does Thala Beach Nature Reserve have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Thala Beach Nature Reserve serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Osprey's Restaurant.

Does Thala Beach Nature Reserve allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Thala Beach Nature Reserve.

Does Thala Beach Nature Reserve have connecting rooms?

No, this resort doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Thala Beach Nature Reserve?

The closest major airport to Thala Beach Nature Reserve is Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), which is about 25.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Thala Beach Nature Reserve?

Yes, every guestroom at Thala Beach Nature Reserve comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring ocean or garden views.