Cradle Forest Inn sits in the mountains, providing a peaceful escape with its charming terrace and garden. Guests relax in their private yards while enjoying practical comforts like complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Located in Moina, Cradle Forest Inn is in a rural area and in the mountains. Iris Farm Private Nature Reserve and Staverton Regional Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Tasmazia and Devils at Cradle. Visit our Moina travel guide
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Access methods
Lockbox, private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 50.0 per night
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 50.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
National rating
This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.
Property is also known as
Cradle Chalet Inn Moina
Cradle Chalet Inn
Cradle Chalet Moina
Cradle Chalet
Cradle Forest Inn Moina
Cradle Forest Moina
Cradle Chalet Tavern Inn
Cradle Chalet Moina Tavern
Cradle Chalet Tavern
Cradle Forest
Cradle Forest Inn Inn
Cradle Forest Inn Moina
Cradle Forest Inn Inn Moina
Frequently asked questions
Is Cradle Forest Inn pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Cradle Forest Inn?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Cradle Forest Inn?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Cradle Forest Inn?
Checkout is at 10 AM.
Where is Cradle Forest Inn located?
Situated in the mountains, this luxury inn is within 9 miles (15 km) of Iris Farm Private Nature Reserve, Staverton Regional Reserve and Forth Falls Creek Conservation Area. Tasmazia and Forth Falls State Reserve are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Cradle Forest Inn Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.0
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
8.6
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 247 out of 500 reviews
10 - Excellent
247
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 500 reviews
8 - Good
180
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 500 reviews
6 - Okay
47
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 500 reviews
4 - Poor
16
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 500 reviews
2 - Terrible
10
Reviews
8/10 Good
Lichelle
21 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin was cosy and quiet. We enjoyed that it had a spa however the covers for some of the jets were missing and needed replacing. It was lovely to have wallabies visit while sitting on the balcony in the afternoon.
It was lovely to arrive and find the lamps and heating on. The bed was also very comfortable. Only a 20 min drive from Cradle Mountain made it an ideal location for our stay.
We had a great stay here! The caretaker of the property was really nice, and it was well located to visit the cradle mountain area.
Isidora
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
2/10 Terrible
Malcolm
20 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Made Fawlty Towers look good.
No reception facilities, had to walk about in the rain to find someone, James who was very good, to tell me what to do.
Very isolated, as you would expect, but a below average meal supplied by the new owners, when they eventually turned up.
Room was fine but woulen't stay again.
Cradle Forest Inn was a great location for visiting and hiking the Cradle Mountain Park. IMPORTANT NOTE - You must bring your own drinking water - the water there is not potable & must be boiled to be consumed! We had brought 6 litres which we had bought. Without it we would have been hooped.
Nigel
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
Lesa
14 Oct 2025
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Nice little place quite lots of nature and clean.
My towel had a big hole in it
We didn’t see any staff
Hot water was good and heating
Had a great night stay here while visiting cradle mountain. The cabin exceeded expectations. It was simple but very clean and had privacy with nice views of the woods. The bed was comfortable with heated blankets and the cabin heat worked great as well. Had a little issue checking in when I was not provided the cabin number and door code (sounds like this is an Expedia issue, not the fault of the property). The onsite caretaker was very nice and got me squared away. Just reach out to them ahead if arriving if you don’t receive a check in code as cell service is very limited in the area. It’s a quick 20 minute drive to the park visitor center from here and there is a small cafe across the street for coffee and food. Would return!
Fantastic accommodations, Jamie the care take was a so friendly and even did a sausage sizzle with bonfire to stay warm.
The only thing that could be added is a wifi signal booster. There was wifi in the shared bbq area but not in the rooms
Room was in good condition
No contact with staff.
TV was difficult to operate. When we got it working, the screen questiomed us that we may have watched too much TV!!!!
Unfriendly warnings, insisting on guests washing their dishes, othetwise a surcharge. No tea towels were made available
I like ordimary black tea. Only one tea bag made available. There were a couple of herbal tea bags.