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Mai Tai Resort

4.0 star property
Adults-only guesthouse with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool

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Garden
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Executive Villa | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Day bed
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Day bed
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Kitchen
  • 250 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
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About the area

Map
Lot 78 Mossman Mt. Molloy Road, Shannonvale, QLD, 4877

What's nearby

  • Four Mile Beach - 17 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Port Village Shopping Centre - 19 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina - 19 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Macrossan Street - 19 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Sugar Wharf - 19 min drive - 22.3 km

Getting around

  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tin Shed - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Bam Pow - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Temptations Coffee Lounge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Origin Espresso - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Mossman Bakery - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Mai Tai Resort

Upscale guest house in the mountains
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services at Mai Tai Resort. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a business centre.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property, tour/ticket information and wedding services
  • Barbecues, multilingual staff and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts, such as premium bedding and furnished patios, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and day beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with DVD players
  • Coffee/tea makers, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2003
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Day bed
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
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
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Mai Tai Cassowary
Mai Tai Resort
Mai Tai Resort Cassowary
Tai Resort
Mai Tai Port Douglas
Mai Tai Hotel Port Douglas
Mai Tai Resort Guesthouse
Mai Tai Resort Shannonvale
Mai Tai Resort Guesthouse Shannonvale

Frequently asked questions

Does Mai Tai Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Mai Tai Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Mai Tai Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mai Tai Resort?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Mai Tai Resort?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Mai Tai Resort located?

Situated in the mountains, this guesthouse is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Wet Tropics of Queensland and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Shannonvale Tropical Fruit Winery. Mount Lewis National Park and Edward Said Nature Refuge are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Mai Tai Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 72 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Loved my stay here. Beautiful, peaceful location, great accommodation and Andre is an excellent host. Will come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Very pretty property in a very secluded beautiful wooded location. The owner is an extremely nice person that has gone through recent tragedy in life and all support is appreciated. The property has a hippy vibe. It is not far from the town of Port Douglas but will be a 15 minute drive. The owner has two Australian Cattle Dogs (Blue Heelers) that are extremely friendly, beautiful, and very intetilligent. They are quite fun to play with.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

We had a phenomenal stay at the Mai Tai. Not only were the views incredible; the room super romantic (with a very cool outdoor tropical shower); and the location perfect for exploring the Great Barrier Reef, Mossman Gorge, and the Daintree Rainforest; Andre (the host) was so warm and welcoming that we felt right at home from the moment we arrived. I highly recommend this place if you are looking for a serene and romantic stay in the most gorgeous rainforest location.
views from the breakfast terrace
view from our room
view from the pool
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Great great great we loved it at Mai tai I wanted to stay longer everything was perfect we can not wait to go back,great vibes,breakfast was very tasty,our stay was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10

Beautiful tranquil setting. Surrounded by rainforest. Great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

I would go back here in a heart beat, such a beautiful place to stay.

10/10

Beautiful quiet resort, great place to go and forget about all your worries. The owners are so lovely and so knowleable about the surrounding area. Exactly what we needed, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10

The hosts are very affable, informative and caring. The beds are super comfy. The breakfasts are excellent. And the view is sublime.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

8/10

Had a relaxing time in a perfect setting with very helpful and attendtiff owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

10/10

The hosts were terrific , genuine , polite , helpful and friendly . The sceneries were beautiful , nice views all round . Property was relaxing .
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

Excellent facilities lovely peaceful retreat in the surrounding hills of Port Douglas Anthony our host was brilliant attention to detail was excellent Would definitely go back
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

10/10

Great place if you want to escape the crowds. Very private with excellent hosts who are proud of their property and very knowledgable about the things to do in the local area. Highly recommended.

10/10

Glorious spacious apartment with stunning views, tranquility & the opportunity for a well earned rest & relax. Easy access to restaurants, shops & markets. A thoroughly enjoyable weekend getaway a must for the discerning traveller. Attentive & helpful hosts Anthony & Andre make this resort a place of first class enjoyment & friendliness. My Grateful thanks Aidan
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10

Boutique hotel in nice location with excellent views. Personal service from very attentive staff made the stay extremely enjoyable. The only very minor annoyance was the traffic noise from the nearby road. There is not much traffic, particularly at night. Other than that, the resort is very tranquil and relaxing.

10/10

My stay was exactly what I wanted and needed. Andre and Anthony have set a benchmark hard to beat. Hosts par excellence. Surroundings and ambience absolutely stunning and serene. Looking forward to returning.

8/10

Anthony and Andre are wonderful and gracious hosts at this luxury Bed and Breakfast. It is beautifully decorated with a fabulous view. The bed is comfortable and the shower wonderful. They really go the extra mile to make their guests comfortable. Our only complaint is internet access in the area is intermittent but that is a problem in Queensland right now.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10

The resort is situated on a hillside with an amazing view over Daintree Forrest. If you stay in the orchid suite then you have a garden with a view over this beautiful area. It’s calm and you hear birds chirping from early morning to late evening. The room we had was big. You fit two people with suitcases easily. Very beautiful and romantic decorated room with a comfortable bed, also romantically decorated. You have a fan that is perfectly located so it’s giving fresh wind on your legs more that’s on the head (we liked that). You also have aircon if you need. You will need a car to stay here. By car it’s 15 min down to Port Douglas where you find lots of restaurants and bars. Andre will give you recommendations for where to eat. Andre also makes the best breakfast with different fruits, toast, yaourt, jam, cereals and more all tasting really good. You also can enjoy the swimming pool with the same view over the Forrest. Bring a beer from the minibar and take a swim and then enjoy your beer in the very nice lounge bed beside the pool. This place is not by the beach but had a perfect location for those who loves a quiet place that has everything for a romantic stay with a loved one. We would recommend this place to all of you who appreciate small romantic and nice details in the room and in the place where you stay. And that likes to have a more personal feeling of the service you can get. Andre helps you to plan your days with snorkelling, guided tours etc. All with local peop
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

A wonderful tranquil tropical resort. Fantastic location and André the owner is a wonderful host and a warm soul. If you want to relax, but also have a base that is central to everything, this is the place. 5 stars is not enough.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

2/10

Beware. I was surprised and disappointed that after a snap lockdown in Victoria and boarder closing in QLD no compensation was given or credit for a future stay. The request was unkindly dismissed. This was the first very negative experience I’ve had across three continents during this pandemic. The proprietor made our lockdown experience much more painful through our conversation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021