Located in Malanda, 15 miles from Curtain Fig National Park, Sharlynn by the River has accommodations with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Featuring free private parking, the lodge is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, fishing and canoeing. Offering a terrace with river views, this lodge also features a cable flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop, as well as a bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. A buffet, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available every morning at the property. Guests can relax in the wellness area, including a hot tub, or in the garden equipped with BBQ facilities. Water sports facilities is available on site. The nearest airport is Cairns Airport, 47 miles from the lodge.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 bunk beds
and
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.9
Free Wifi
7.5
High score for Malanda
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Rodney
    Australia Australia
    Sharlynn by the River is in a beautiful and peaceful setting and sitting outside on the private verandah was an absolute treat. The cabin was spacious and had everything we needed. The provided breakfast food was excellent and plentiful - we had...
  • Richard
    United States of America United States of America
    beautiful, large and tranquil with a lot more food then just breakfast.
  • Frank
    Germany Germany
    All the best of all and a very warm welcome. Thank you very much John and Pam.
  • Emilla
    Australia Australia
    We loved our stay at Sharlynn by the River. The cabin had everything you need, and John and Pam (and Charlie the dog) are excellent hosts. The breakfast foods such as yoghurts, milk, coffee and jam were all locally produced (and delicious). It was...
  • Madeline
    Australia Australia
    John and Pam were incredible. The level of thought and care put into making this the perfect get away was amazing. So many thoughtful touches.
  • Gemma
    Australia Australia
    Phenomenal from start to finish. Felt like home. We loved our time here! Thank you Pam and John
  • Andrew
    Australia Australia
    Generosity, and a host who cares that you enjoy your stay.
  • Belinda
    Australia Australia
    Cannot fault this absolute stunning place to stay. Pam and John should be highly commended on this little piece of paradise that they allow others to share. Loved the local produce supplied and all the little touches they add to make our stay...
  • Leta
    Australia Australia
    We have never stayed in such a clean and well appointed place!! Everything was provided for... food for breakfast, fruit, robes, slippers...we even got a vase of fresh flowers! All the items for breakfast were of top local quality... and so very,...
  • Nicole
    Australia Australia
    Stunning location in rainforest above the river. Oodles of wildlife to observe. Absolutely beautiful cabin/house. The food provided by the hosts was top quality and ample.

Area info

Amenities of Sharlynn by the River
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • River view
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Hot tub
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Laundry
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Laptop safe
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/Beach towels
Spa
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa facilities
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Open-air bath
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
Sharlynn by the River takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 10:30 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 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 40 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 40 per child, per night
Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
AUD 80 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

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

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Sharlynn by the River 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 Sharlynn by the River

  • Room options at Sharlynn by the River include:

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

  • Check-in at Sharlynn by the River is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • Sharlynn by the River offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Open-air bath
    • Walking tours
    • Spa facilities
    • Swimming pool
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Back massage
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Neck massage
    • Foot massage
    • Couples' massage
    • Head massage
    • Hand massage
    • Full-body massage
  • Guests staying at Sharlynn by the River can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • American
    • Buffet
  • Sharlynn by the River is 2.6 miles from the center of Malanda. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Sharlynn by the River is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Sharlynn by the River on this page.

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