Speewah Country Tavern

Hotels
7.1 (156 reviews)
38 Speewah Road , Speewah , au

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Facilities for disabled guests
Darts
Board games/puzzles
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean facilities
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Poor service experience
Inconvenient check-in process
Lack of breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
5.6
Several reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness, including unclean areas and the need for better maintenance.
Service
8.1
Overall positive comments about friendly staff and caring owners, although some issues were reported.
Location
7.1
The location is appreciated for its beauty and quietness, though some find it isolated.
Room Quality
6.6
Rooms described as large and comfortable, but with some maintenance issues reported.
Amenities
7.6
Positive mention of facilities like pool areas and gardens, though some amenities needed improvement.
Value for Money
6.6
Mixed feelings; some good aspects but also complaints about missing expected services.
Food and Beverage
8.1
Food is highly rated and caters to special diets, although some guest expectations were not met.
Overall Experience
7.1
A blend of good and bad experiences, leading to a cautious recommendation.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 06:47

Property Description

Tranquil Oasis in Speewah

Charming Accommodations: Nestled in Speewah, just 35 km from Cairns Station, Speewah Country Tavern offers cozy rooms with modern amenities including air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and private balconies overlooking the lush garden.

Relaxing Atmosphere: Guests can unwind in the garden, enjoy a delicious meal at the on-site restaurant, or sip on refreshing drinks at the bar. Family rooms and a barbecue area are available for a memorable stay.

Convenient Location: With Cairns Airport just 31 km away, and popular attractions like Cairns Convention Centre and Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park within easy reach, Speewah Country Tavern is the perfect base for your tropical getaway.

Book now for a delightful stay at Speewah Country Tavern!

Important information:

Please inform 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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 09:00 AM
Airport code: CNS

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.1
Based on 156 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.6
Service: 8.1
Location: 7.1
Room Quality: 6.6
Amenities: 7.6
Value for Money: 6.6
Food and Beverage: 8.1
Overall Experience: 7.1
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Jessie • couple • au
10
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Peta • couple • au
6
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Steven • couple • au
8
2025-12-02 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • extended_group • au
8
Clean and excellent facilities.
Pros:

Rooms were huge and clean

Cons:

The air conditioning didn't work to well because the room was hot when I got there. Maybe staff should turn them on one hour before arrivals.

2025-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Bray • couple • au
8
Friendly staff copy spot
Pros:

Didn't have breakfast.

Cons:

Aircon in the room

2025-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Jim • couple • au
1
very very bad
Pros:

you wern`t allowed to have breakfast in rooms

Cons:

being ABUSED by the female owner because staff brought food to our unit my lovely 74 year old wife of 57 years was stood over and bullied in front of others for taking food to our unit every where in the world you book a self contained unit you can prepare and cook food with the utensils supplied we had the usual like microwave toaster fridge and electric jug all you need as to prepare food but this person was not having any you have food in the self contained unit you were threatened with being throwned out i would never recommend this place to anyone and it was a really bad time for us and other people we spoke to

2025-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Lynette • couple • nz
1
not alot to say had to book it as only accommodation around
Pros:

nothing - please to get out off the place

Cons:

Room was very tired, beds had no blankets, bathroom need updating - toilet stained from age where do you stop
no breakfast on site

2025-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Sophie • couple • au
2
Pros:

It was green!

Cons:

It was not clean!

2025-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Thet • solo_traveller • au
7
enjoyable
Pros:

quite location

Cons:

pretty isolated

2025-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • au
8
Peaceful
Pros:

These are nice rooms. The pub food looked good but we didn't eat it. Pool area was lovely. Enjoyed the balcony.

Cons:

All the reviews are correct - being asked for all of your credit card details written on a piece of paper at check in is confronting - there are better ways to do this. A normal 10AM check out - not 9AM would make this a place you might want to stay instead of one you use when you need it. Two tiny changes to bring it in line with practically everywhere else - lots more happy guests. It has a BBQ area but it was taken all afternoon and all night by a group of men who were drinking - we didn't feel comfortable going there - not the properties fault - but maybe there is a way to manage it so that everyone can use the facilities.

2025-07-27 • via Nuitee
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Latoya • family_with_children • au
3
Pros:

Room size and outside gardens

Cons:

The room needs a vacuum cleaner and and tea and coffee in the rooms would be nice after a long drive.

2025-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Jacqui • young couple • au
8
Lovely atmospheric tavern, great staff, delicious meals and no gaming rooms to distract!
Pros:

We have stayed here before and absolutely rate this place. If we lived in the area it would be our local of choice :) No pockies but a pool table, fireplace, quirky and eclectic accessories in the bar adding to the atmosphere, a great outdoor area with one of the nicest pool areas we've seen in an accomodation of this size. The food is exceptional and caters to special food requirements ie; Ceoliac, A great place for families, couples or single travellers. Everything that could be better is being seen to by management, some of the fittings are older but the important things like hot water, good pressure and comfy mattresses are already there.

Cons:

As said above some of the fittings especially in the bathroom are older but are a work in progress as is the case with most places.

2025-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Gavan • solo traveller • au
10
The sort of place you wish you could go back to.
Pros:

Exceptionally clean, modern motel with caring owners. Couldn’t get better.

Cons:

Nothing.

2025-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • solo traveller • au
4
Disappointing
Pros:

Beautiful location. Owners were nice once they got to know you

Cons:

Wasn't informed of a scheduled power outage. No blankets on bed. Constant reminders that they won't check you in after 7pm, despite not informing you of how bad the road is and roadworks on that road to get there.

2025-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Aaron • family with young children • au
1
Bad
Pros:

The area and bar staff were nice

Cons:

Mould on ceilings ac dirty fans dirty room not cleaned properly was put in the wrong room through booking not owners fault mine when i booked it didn't fill it in properly but then charged extra for the room we should of had for the size of our family but we still had to stay in the small rooms even though we paid the extra lady was quite rude had to check out at 9am on a sunday morning with four kids thats not easy kitchen was only cooking pizzas on a friday night even though on menu on site was a alot to choose from also we got three different types of pizza they all basically tasted the same and not very good at that dominos would of been better and dominos are pretty bloody ordinary i wouldn't recommend staying there we wont be again ive stayed there many times before with no issues but new owners are not very polite or professional tap vanity tap broke in room told reception nothing was done about they simply didn't care were told we couldn't take food back to the room even though it comes with fridge microwave toaster jug ect and thats even though we bought the food off them

2025-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Brenden • solo traveller • au
10
Exceptional
2025-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Jacqui • young couple • au
9
Peace and Quiet with Accessible fun - A Great Place to Stay!
Pros:

The view from our room looked out over the rainforest, so peaceful we were half expecting a Cassowary to pop out of the forest at any moment :) The room was comfortable and had everything we needed, the shower was hot and had great water pressure, The Tavern itself was fabulous! Plenty of character, friendly and helpful staff and exceptional meals!! My husband is Ceoliac and we often find it hard to get a great meal, only salad and steak or similar but he was able to enjoy a beautiful meal of lamb shanks and veges which was cooked to perfection with the meat falling of the bone. We also played a game of pool, and the table was great, had a thoroughly good time! The outdoor facilities are awesome, with one of the prettiest pools I have seen anywhere, with it's beautifully arranged rock and water fall features it is a haven for young and old. In winter there are fires to warm the environment both indoors and outdoors. Would definately think about having a party gathering there in the future!! With Speewah's proximity to Kuranda and all it has to offer it is the perfect place to stay if you prefer not to be in the hustle and bustle and affords easy access to the famous Kuranda Markets, the wildlife Santuary and the Butterfly Centre. Well and truly worth the stay :)

Cons:

The facilities ie bathroom in the room, was a little old but I'm sure given the state of everything else this was simply a matter of time before they would be upgraded. Everything worked fine so a touch of age wasn't a problem. I suspect the owners have spent wisely on the grounds and upgrading the outdoor facilities as they are brilliant.

2025-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Whoop • young couple • au
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Peaceful and relaxing.

2025-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Katie • solo traveller • au
1
Rude, unsafe, fraudulent business.
Pros:

Not much. I felt unsafe.

Cons:

One arrival I was asked to write my credit card details along with my CVC (card verification number) on a piece of paper. When I said I didn't feel comfortable giving my CVC with my credit card number and expiry date, I was told I couldn't stay.

The phone number on Booking.com was incorrect, so I couldn't get in touch with the venue. Their check-in closes at 7pm and they were not polite on my arrival.

2025-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Steve • review category business travellers • au
5
Passable
Pros:

Not a lot. The bar and restaurant is good but there are too many restrictions in place. Had to order dinner by 5:45. Otherwise, no food would be available

Cons:

The owner's who are clearly ready to move on. There are too many restrictions in place for dining. Had to order dinner by 5:45. Otherwise, no food would be available. Wanted a takeaway coffee in the morning. It was clearly a chore for the owners to make, although they reluctantly did make one. No WiFi available which is pretty poor tbh

2025-05-11 • via Nuitee