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The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

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22 Silkwood Road, Cow Bay, QLD, 4873
  • Place, Daintree National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Wet Tropics of Queensland
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Baralba Corridor Nature Refuge
    ‪3 min drive‬

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Single Room, 1 Double Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Park view
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Park view
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Romantic Cottage, Multiple Beds, Mountain View, Mountainside

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Cow Bay

The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast places you next to Wet Tropics of Queensland and within a mile (2 km) of Baralba Corridor Nature Refuge. This 5-room, 3-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with free breakfast, a private beach, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Daintree National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Wet Tropics of Queensland - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Baralba Corridor Nature Refuge - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Daintree Discovery Centre - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Daintree Rainforest - 15 min drive - 8.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 123 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thornton Beach Kiosk - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Lync Haven - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Daintree Wilderness Lodge Breakfast Lounge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Crocs - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪On The Turps - ‬15 min drive

About this property

The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast

The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and an arcade/game room. There's free parking if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a library, express check-in, and express check-out.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Furnished balconies, sitting areas, and private yards are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is not available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Library

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1992
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Oven

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 6 and younger (only guests older than 6 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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, debit 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
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: 4 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. 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, credit card, or debit 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast
Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast Cow Bay
Epiphyte Cow Bay
The Epiphyte Bed And Breakfast Daintree Region/Cow Bay
The Epiphyte Bed Breakfast
The Epiphyte & Cow Bay
The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast Cow Bay
The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast
The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast Cow Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast?

The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see close to The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast?

This bed & breakfast is located in Cow Bay, just steps from Wet Tropics of Queensland. You'll also find Daintree Discovery Centre and Daintree National Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa available at The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast?

Spa services at the bed & breakfast include massages.

Does The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast include a casino?

No, The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What do couples enjoy most about The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast?

Couples staying at this bed & breakfast will appreciate amenities like in-room massages as well as massages and a free daily breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast offers free breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast.

Are there connecting rooms at The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast?

Yes, every guestroom at The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast comes with a furnished balcony and some offer mountain and garden views.

The Epiphyte Bed & Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 90 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for visitingThe Daintree rain forest. Thanks Jesse and Beth for making our 3 day stay so enjoyable!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, had a great stay
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward N.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful place to stay for a visit to the Daintree area. Great host, great food, other great travelers with whom to visit. We will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ekin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a unique stay! The communication prior to our lodging from Matt was very friendly and with clear instructions to the B&B. Easy drive to most of the Daintree area but you can definitely enjoy a chill day with breathtaking views there as well. Very clean and environmental friendly rooms. Delicious local food is served as breakfast. Matt is such a great host. Thanks for everything! We will definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

This place is the best place to be.

Amazing place- beautiful, peaceful, and surrounded by amazing rainforest scenery and sounds- best 5 days of my 30 day trip to Australia.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, peaceful and deep into the forest. Comfy bedroom and clean. Awesome breakfast with an excellent fresh fruit plate!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonja

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at this little corner of paradise. We stayed at the cottage and were positively surprised about the (covered) outdoor bathroom. Our son loved the hammock and the swings. The location of the cottage nestled in the pure rainforest combined with the lovely hospitality of Matt were just a perfect match. Definite recommendation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place has beautiful surroundings and made me feel relaxed the moment walk-in. It is close to the Daintree Discovery Center and was a good base for exploring the Daintree and Cape Tribulation area. The host Matt knows everything in the area and made helpful itinerary suggestions. Would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Matt is a wonderful host. He made our experience in the Daintree very enjoyable. His knowledge of the area helped us have a great time. It was no trouble for him to make recommendations and bookings for us. I highly recommend the Epipthyte for anyone planning a holiday here
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Matt runs one of the coolest B&Bs in the world, and I say that with over 40 countries of travel experience. His story of building this wonderful place, his hospitality to share it with the world, and the natural beauty of the Daintree Rainforest surrounding it all makes for a thoroughly enjoyable jungle stay. The exotic fruit breakfasts and fun recommendations for things to do by Matt (for those who want more than just to luxuriate in his B&B) made the stay a very special experience for my wife and me.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mattis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Matt’s place is unreal - beautifully nesteld within the daintree rainforest ! We stayed in the cottage just 50 m from the main house and absolutely loved it. Saw a cassowary walk through the property and enjoy the fruit trees. The breakfast is delicious with all the different fruits and we enjoyed spending time with Matt and his friends over a glass of wine. Thank you so much for having us :) we will be back !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kate

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely and peaceful property. For those that are a bit concerned about ‘nature’ and creepy crawlers, please note outdoor toilet .. can be a bit confronting. We got used to it though. Host was prompt to assist when we had any issues (eg ran out of gas - which powers the oven and hot water service) . Lighting quite dim so a watch out at night as so dark here. It was lovely having g the windows open to listen to the rain on the tin roof.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a good place to stay to visit the Daintree Forest and Cape Tribulation. This part of Australia is off the grid and lightly populated. Being in the tropics,, it has a rainy season so be aware it can rain a lot during the Australian summer with few people visiting during that time. We had 3 days of sun so we were able to take advantage of the rainforest discover center and board walks without rain as well as empty beaches. Also be aware that this is crocoodile country so you can not go into the water at all except for two swimming holes in rivers.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mitten im Rainforest, Erholung pur

Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt, inmitten des Rainforests in einem tollen Haus gelegen in einem wunderschönen Garten. Unser Zimmer war sehr gross mit einem Balkon mit Blick auf den Wald. Matt war ein fantastischer Gastgeber und hat uns viele Informationen geben können. Hier heißt es mit und in der Natur leben. Gefrühstückt wird mit allen Gästen zusammen, viele verschiedene Obstsorten, selbstgemachte Marmeladen...auf der offenen Veranda. Für uns war dieser Aufenthalt der beste in drei Monaten!!!! Vielen Dank Matt!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robbertus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Het was een geweldig verblijf bij Matt. Mooie cottage op een prachtige locatie. Het uitzicht is fenominaal! Heel veel informatie om te doen gekregen van Matt. Het ontbijt met de vele fruit soorten was zalig!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay. Amazing hospitality. Breakfast of fresh tropical fruits from the orchard was a bonus. As was relaxing in a hammock at the end of a busy day. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful surprise this accommodation was - stunning setting and generous host with his time, knowledge of the area and making sure we were comfortable and had all that we needed. Highly recommend this place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unique Stay

Amazing location, comfortable accommodations and great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you want an authentic rain forest experience where you truly feel you are living in the jungle, this is your place. If you are okay with slighly rustic, off the grid, etc., you couldn't ask for a better experience. The owner, Matt, is incredibly knowledgeable about the Daintree area and the best ways to visit it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a unique property, in the rainforest. The area doesn’t have mains power so don’t expect aircon. There are plenty of fans though, and the shared areas of the house are open to the lovely tropical breezes. Bedrooms can either be open to the breeze or made as private as you choose. Matt prepares a very generous tropical fruit breakfast, and is friendly but professional and so knowledgable about the area. Good shower, great to be able to access kitchen facilities and lovely to have space to chat and hang out with other guests if you want to. No reflection on Matt or the property, but you need to expect that it can get very hot and humid here. After all, it’s the Wet Tropics!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Eco stay. Worth it.

It’s an amazing location and Matt the host is very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From Matthew who was an encyclopedia of knowledge to the beautiful setting where we were fortunate enough to see a cassowary, we could not have chosen a better place to experience the Daintree Rainforest. I can’t say enough about the hospitality and the efforts to ensure that the Epiphyte is in harmony with nature. Absolutely fantastic stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kasey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay here was just lovely, Trish was very welcoming and explained everything there was to know avout the Daintree and thing to here and places to visit. It's a great place to go if you want to get off the grid and just enjoy nature and the lovely rainforest. We were upgraded on arrival to a room with a bed outside so we could really experience the wildlife. Breakfast was amazing too! A lovely selection of unusual fruit grown in their garden and homemade jams. Would definitely stay here again :)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Heel fijn verblijf gehad. De ligging is geweldig. Omgeven door een tropische tuin en het regenwoud. Heerlijk vertoeven op de grote veranda. Grote kamer met privé-veranda. Lekker ontbijt. Goed gelegen t.o.v. de bezienswaardigheden/activiteiten. Heel vriendelijke en behulpzame eigenaren/personeel. Je schoenen moeten uit, enerzijds snap ik dat wel maar persoonlijk vind ik het niet fijn.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful off the grid eco friendly B&B

My husband and I had a wonderful stay for 2 nights. We were upgraded to the superior room since we were the only guests and our hosts we amazingly friendly and informative on the area. The room/bathroom/porch were comfortable and we had everything we needed and was private. The fruits and jams for breakfast were great and they even packed a fruit plate for our early morning bird watching boat trip. It was convenient to the area we wanted to cover our few days in Daintree. The view and grounds were beautiful and quiet. Note they are very Eco-conscience (which is great)- conservative/responsible water and resource use which is also requested of guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

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