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Located alongside the Katherine River and Nitmiluk Gorge, Cicada Lodge features an outdoor swimming pool, a restaurant and a bar. Guests receive a welcome drink on arrival and can enjoy free evening canapes and drinks. Elegantly furnished, the air-conditioned rooms offer a fusion of modern Australian décor and Indigenous-designed furnishings and artworks. Each room has a flat-screen TV and a coffee machine. The restaurant is open daily for breakfast and dinner and packed lunches are available on request. Dinner is a regularly updated set menu, featuring fresh local produce. Cicada Lodge is a 1-hour drive from Cutta Cutta Caves Nature Park. The property’s tour desk books helicopter flights, canoe trips and boat cruises. Guests can swim in the stunning gorge during the dry season.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Parking Available On Site


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.6
High score for Katherine
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • John
    Australia Australia
    Room was spacious and clean. Loved the balcony. Staff were very friendly and helpful, thanks to Jasmin who looked after us so well, nothing was too much trouble. The food was exceptional and was nice to eat outside (by the pool).
  • Garry
    Australia Australia
    All meals were fantastic, we ate in each of the 3 nights, menu is limited but adequate. Great sun set views.
  • Monica
    Australia Australia
    The staff were so friendly, smiley, helpful and professional. The room was very clean, modern, comfortable, king bed. The food at the restaurant was delicious and the breakfast was also a great complimentary addition. Complimentary canapes and...
  • Wil
    United States of America United States of America
    That sunset … it barely makes it past the building to the left … The view … is of the bush in which the cicadas hang out.
  • Szilard
    Germany Germany
    It is a great hotel in the middle of the national park. The food was probably made by a French cook, so the best we have had in Australia so far. The rooms are big and well equipped. The location is excellent.
  • Lisa
    Australia Australia
    Fantastic amenities, pool, restaurant, bar and breakfast. The rooms felt luxurious and private.
  • Annette
    Australia Australia
    Everything was excellent. Thank you for an oasis on our trip.
  • Margaret-anne
    Australia Australia
    Our stay at Cicada Lodge was truly exceptional. The lodge's stunning location above Katherine Gorge provided a peaceful atmosphere that made us feel completely immersed in nature. The rooms were spacious, beautifully designed, and comfortable,...
  • Julie
    Australia Australia
    An amazing resort in a beautiful part of Australia
  • Nikita
    Australia Australia
    Very well designed and the cabins were very luxurious

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Cicada Lodge Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Australian
    • Ambience
      Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Cicada Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Outdoor swimming pool
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Heated pool
  • Pool bar
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Fenced pool
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 2:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of AUD 100 is required on arrival. That's about $66. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with a credit card.

Please inform Cicada Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

A damage deposit of AUD 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Cicada Lodge

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Cicada Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Swimming pool
  • The prices at Cicada Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Cicada Lodge has 1 restaurant:

    • Cicada Lodge Restaurant
  • Cicada Lodge is 14.3 miles from the center of Katherine. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Cicada Lodge include:

    • Twin/Double
  • Check-in at Cicada Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.