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Mai Tai Resort

4.0 star property
4-star adults-only guest house with outdoor pool

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Executive Villa
Breakfast buffet
Executive Villa | Bathroom shower
Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed
Garden

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry

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Lot 78 Mossman Mt. Molloy Road, Shannonvale, QLD, 4877
  • Place, Wet Tropics of Queensland
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Four Mile Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Macrossan Street
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 250 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Shannonvale

Close to the beach.At this Shannonvale guesthouse, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Wet Tropics of Queensland and 3 miles (5 km) of Shannonvale Tropical Fruit Winery. Mount Lewis National Park and Edward Said Nature Refuge are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Wet Tropics of Queensland - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Four Mile Beach Park - 10 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Four Mile Beach - 12 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Macrossan Street - 14 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Sugar Wharf - 15 min drive - 23.1 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lobby Café - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Jungle Fowl - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Treetop Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Court House Hotel - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Mayi Café - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Mai Tai Resort

4-star adults-only guest house with outdoor pool
WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a business center on site. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Mai Tai Resort. The guesthouse can provide wedding services and tour/ticket assistance. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Shannonvale guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2003
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Mai Tai Resort offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to furnished patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include day beds. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Additionally, rooms include safes and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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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 transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV

Bedroom

  • Day bed
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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 according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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

How close is Mai Tai Resort to the airport?

Mai Tai Resort is 45.9 mi (68-min drive) away from the Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Mai Tai Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Mai Tai Resort.

How close is Mai Tai Resort to the beach?

This guesthouse is 8.4 mi (12-min drive) from Newell Beach and 9.5 mi (12-min drive) from Four Mile Beach Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Mai Tai Resort offer free breakfast?

Mai Tai Resort does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Mai Tai Resort?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Mai Tai Resort?

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

Is there free parking at Mai Tai Resort?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Mai Tai Resort have a pool?

Mai Tai Resort features an outdoor pool.

Does Mai Tai Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Mai Tai Resort to downtown Shannonvale?

Mai Tai Resort is 4.3 mi away from Shannonvale.

Mai Tai Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 74 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay here. Beautiful, peaceful location, great accommodation and Andre is an excellent host. Will come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Great place to stay

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful tranquil setting. Surrounded by rainforest. Great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellie

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

Stunning

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

10/10 Excellent

Kia

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

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

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

Beautiful, tranquil oasis.

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Terry & Jenny

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

Quiet and peaceful

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

10/10 Excellent

Anisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernie

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

A little Bali in Port Douglas

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Israel

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

serene and romantic stay

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stephen

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

Lovely private retreat close to Port Douglas

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.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marylin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

Unusual boutique hotel

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.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

Great stay too short

We enjoyed our short stay at the MaiTai. The gentlemen who take care of you are great. Right from making the reservation until we departed. Very friendly and helpful . We would stay for a longer period next time .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

I'll be back!

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.
Verified

8/10 Good

Karyne

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

Peaceful and Relaxing

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan

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

Excellent service with an magnificent view

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
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

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
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

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

Not a resort, bed and breakfast, shower is outside

Just about everything is not as described in the listing --very disappointing. I seriously question the authenticity of the other reviews. This is not a resort, not a hotel, it is a bed and breakfast. Breakfast is fruit and coffee (better described as continental breakfast). The rooms are semi-attached to the owners' home, they are constructed of cinder blocks with fixtures from home depot and decorated with hung pictures and knick knacks of asian culture. The shower is outside and crawling with bugs (god forbid other things like snakes!!). The pool is seemingly unusable, I would not have gotten in as it didn't appear to be regularly cleaned. In short, this is a bed and breakfast, operated by two very friendly gentlemen that also live there. It is a bed and breakfast, it is not up to even a 3-star hotel standards and a very far cry from a 4-star resort as advertised. The listing should be reclassified to bed and breakfast to reflect reality. Also, the listing should state that the shower is located outdoors.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andre

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

Friendly and relaxed hotel in a jungle paradise

I cannot commend this hotel highly enough. We were in Port Douglas for a week and decided to go for an accommodation away from the crowds. We could not be happier with our choice. Andre and Anthony are exceptional hosts, always there to help with good insights and local stories. They are a lot of fun to talk to. The hotel is located in the slope in the middle of the forest so it is very quiet with nature sounds. The swimming pool is very relaxing and has great views. A car is almost essential to move around, as the nearest restaurant is in Mossman 5 km away. Breakfast is very good at the hotel and it was included for us. The only minor downside for us was that our room could have had more light during the day. I think all the rooms have an outdoors private area though which largely makes up for the low light in the room. Once again this was probably the best accommodation I ever had in Australia.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like how quiet and intimate it is as well as the Balinese style
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful place to take in the views and relax. Anthony & Andrea were very attentive hosts who had extensive knowledge of the area to make sure your stay was a wonderful expierence. A lovely freshly prepare breakfast every morning with clean rooms and efficient service.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay at Mai Tai if you like to be surrounded by lush greenery of the rainforest, waking up to the sound of birds chirping in a unique setting with awesome hosts. We had the most relaxing 4 days in Aug and would definitely stay there again on our next visit to Far North Queensland...next time we will stay longer. It is secluded so you will need your own transport and it will help to arrive during daylight. Breakfast is delightful when you have awesome views to accompany the fresh fruits, fluffy croissant, home made jams and great coffee that is served on the gorgeous verandah. If you like your fur babies, ask Andre to introduce you to their beautiful and very well behaved, sociable Bernese.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019