Milkwood Lodge features secluded cottages with a veranda offering mountain views. Guests can relax in the outdoor saltwater pool complete with waterfall. A free airport shuttle service is available. Free on-site parking is provided. The lodge is just a 5-minute drive from both Cooktown and Keatings Lagoon. Mount Cook National Park is 1.9 mi away. The Milkwood Lodge Cooktown offers air-conditioned, split-level cottages with a fully equipped kitchenette including an oven, stove and fridge. Each cottage has indoor and outdoor dining areas. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. Guests can enjoy BBQ facilities and arrange activities through the tour desk. Laundry services are available.

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 (9.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
8.8
High score for Cooktown
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Wendy
    Australia Australia
    Although a little out of town it meant it was quiet, surrounded by bush and planted gardens.
  • Curtis
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful setting. Friendly, lovely helpful hosts. Cabin was a perfect place to relax, read and just hang out when not looking around Cooktown.
  • Melanie
    Australia Australia
    I didn't actually have to eat there but for a lovely little log cabin surrounded by nature it has been kept extremely clean and comfortable with all the amenities you would expect to have. Whilst I didn't need much during my stay the staff were...
  • S
    Samantha
    Australia Australia
    Incredibly friendly and helpful. Beautiful location. Fantastic breakfast.
  • Scott
    Australia Australia
    The location in the rainforest was beautiful, and the cabin was very private. Although it's not right in Cooktown the property is only a few minutes drive out of town and was well worth it. We were warmly greeted by the owner who was very friendly...
  • Janene
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The staff were so friendly & welcoming. Our cottage was lovely. The bush setting was so relaxing. Loved the tall flowering shrubs growing right beside the patio which attracted so many birds & butterflies.
  • J
    Jo
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful relaxing and quiet setting. Loved waking up and seeing birds and butterflies in the trees. Had Netflix in our room for the kids.
  • Ian
    United States of America United States of America
    beautiful setting, small, quiet, private cottages comfortable beds, great shower!
  • Daniel
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Beautiful, quiet place. The pool was small but great. still quite deep.
  • William
    Australia Australia
    The unit was a well built split-level timber pole house construction with an open layout. It was very private with easy entry by way of a verandah amongst a lovely tropical rainforest setting. The facilities were good but basic.

Area info

Amenities of Milkwood Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shuttle service
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Car rental
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Pool with view
  • Saltwater pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Fenced pool
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • French
  • Dutch

House rules
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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 9:30 AM to 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.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 17 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.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that Milkwood Lodge does not accept payments with American Express credit cards.

Please inform Milkwood 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.

FAQs about Milkwood Lodge

  • The prices at Milkwood Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Milkwood Lodge include:

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

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Swimming pool
  • Check-in at Milkwood Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

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

  • Milkwood Lodge is 1.5 miles from the center of Cooktown. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.