Silky Oaks Lodge

We spent 4 days here in November at the beginning of australia adventure. The accomodations were perfect-with the quiet balcony, hammock, tub on the deck surrounded by forest. The food was delicious and the drinks/wine paired very nicely. All of the staff were so friendly and engaging! The hike up the river to a more remote swimming hole was worth the 'challenge' and the water was crystal clear and lovely. Keep up the great work-and nice to have the "Mr & Mrs Smith" Hyatt connection for loyalty points too...

Silky Oaks is one of the best Lodges we have stayed in Australia. The food was amazing and not too rich. Some restaurants we couldn't eat at for 3 nights in a row but no problem here. I think the chef's have perfected their menu perfectly with an amazing variety. They are world class. The staff were also some of the best we have come across in Australia. The location is unbeatable. We will be back.

It takes about 2 hours to get to Silky Lodge from Carins, but well worth the trip. Upon arrival, we were offered cocktails and a very cool face cloth . While freshening up and enjoying cocktail , we are given outline of activities , experiences and amenities. Then shown to our room/suite called a tree house. The tree house was very nicely appointed, very comfortable bed, large bathroom with a large walk-in shower and an extremely large freestanding tub. Both the tub and shower were somewhat outside but very private/secluded. There is an extensive coffee/tea bar with liquor, wine. Snacks all of which are replenished daily. Each of the individual cabins are separated from each other to give complete. Privacy. All the meals were delicious, diverse, many to choose from as well as different wine pairing. The meals were served out on a deck sticking out into jungle hanging over the river. Hearing all the different animals and birds was exciting. There are a number of expenses /activities to get involved in to add to your adventure Check out was very easy and trouble free.

From the moment we arrived to the moment of leaving we were blown away by this incredible place. The stunning beauty of the natural habitat in which Silky Oaks lives is matched with the beauty of each member of staff. We are unable to single out one staff member because each individual staff member we encountered was charming, friendly, helpful & professional in an individual way, this is the charm of Silky Oaks. The public areas of the lodge take advantage of this unique environment, whilst our own lodge, Ulysses, was perfect in every possible way, with it’s outdoor bath this really did give you the wonderful sights & sounds of nature whilst luxuriating in a long bath, just perfect after our hikes & day tours. The food……..did not disappoint, it was inventive, well executed & so delicious & flavoursome, each evening was a delight. We had the wine pairing which was a great way to try Australian wines, helped by our waiter’s wine knowledge. We enjoyed an amazing trip to The GBR & had a great insight to The Daintree Rainforest with the Dream Time Tour. Also swimming in The Mossman River which Silky Oaks sits on was just steps away from the restaurant. Our stay was 5 days but myself & my husband both agreed that we could quite easily have stayed another 5………oh well……until next time Silky Oakes & all you amazing people……thank you!

We visited Treehouse for lunch with my cousin and Aunt. The courses were amazing with the service provided by Bec was incredible. Thank you Bec for making this a wonderful experience and to the chefs who have created such a great menu. The view also was beautiful.