Resort Mai Tai

I was there with my partner and it was such a nice experience! The host is super lovely and makes sure that you have an amazing stay including helping you finding nice activities in the area! Would definitely come back here!

After traveling for six and a half weeks from Brisbane, this was "the" wonderful, relaxing haven we needed. What an oasis! Andre spoiled us for a week with all sorts of tips and tours, and a delicious, fresh breakfast. I simply can't describe the unique location and the view to match. If you're in the area, you must stay here. A memory for life!

Can't recommend enough. The place is beautiful, Andre is super friendly and incredibly helpful and accommodating with local plans and things to do.

We spent nine wonderful days in the Hibiscus Suite and couldn’t recommend Mai Tai Resort more. The property is wonderfully remote and private - most days we felt like we had the place to ourselves because we visited in January (off-season). There were occasional showers, which actually made the temperatures comfortable and added to the peaceful atmosphere. The resort is adults-only, making it perfect for recharging as a couple. The pool has a wonderful view over the rainforest - a beautiful spot to relax between excursions. Location-wise it’s perfect for exploring the region: quick access to Mossman for everyday shopping and about a 15-minute drive to Port Douglas for clothes, souvenirs and tours. The Daintree National Park was the absolute highlight of our trip, and a very special moment was our proposal on Four Mile Beach - unforgettable. We booked a snorkeling trip from Port Douglas (highly recommended). André, our host, deserves special mention - knowledgeable, attentive and always ready with tailored recommendations and help. His hospitality made the stay effortless. If you want privacy, a peaceful adults-only base for exploring the Daintree/Port Douglas area, and a host who truly cares, Mai Tai Resort is an excellent choice - especially if you can visit off-season for fewer crowds.

12/28/2025 Spent four wonderful relaxing days in mid-December 2025 at the Mai Tai Resort. What a spectacular location high in the hills of the rain forest with views of the valley and the Coral Sea. How nice to enjoy breakfast on the veranda in the morning and take in the views. And the breakfast each morning was healthy and light with a variety of cereals, breads, jellies, and local fruit. I’m a coffee drinker so especially enjoyed French Pressed coffee each morning. I stayed in the Hibiscus Room, which was a rear facing room that was very quiet and isolated. The Balinese style runs throughout all the structures with the furnishings all direct from Bali so if you’ve ever been to Bali, like I have, you’ll appreciate the authenticity of the décor. Can’t say enough about Andre' who is the perfect host. He made sure I was comfortable and had everything I needed. He’s very knowledgeable about the area and offered many suggestions on what to see in the area. The two places I enjoyed the most were the Australian Chocolate Farm and the Shannonvale Tropical Fruit Winery, both close by. The Chocolate Farm is great for a quiet lunch and the chocolate is some of the best I’ve ever had. The winery offers wine tasting and bottles for purchase. Will definitely stay at the Mai Tai next time I’m in Queensland. Dennis

Great place to stay, amazing host, great breakfast and amazing views from the observation deck! We saw amongst others lots of sunbirds, cockatoos, Kookaburra. It is also close to facilities and great places like Mossman gorge!

We can only echo all the other excellent reviews. We would particularly like to highlight the pleasant, highly informative, and personal conversations with André, which provided more information about the Australian way of life in a short time than any guidebook. We immediately felt at home.

We had a wonderful stay! The accommodation was peaceful and surrounded by rainforest, yet still conveniently close to Mossman and Port Douglas. Breakfast was delicious, featuring local fruits, and the overall vibe was so relaxing. The host, Andre, was fantastic — we’d definitely stay again!

This place immediately brought back memories of Bali. We felt right at home.

What a special place - a very peaceful, homey resort with stunning views. André was an exceptional host, the rooms were beautiful and the included breakfast was generous with plenty of choices. We also loved the pool and found we largely had it to ourselves during our stay. An easy drive to Port Douglas/Mossman. Thank you for making our stay so perfect André!

A dreamlike resort in absolute peace and seclusion. Stylishly designed in Balinese style, with breathtaking views that instantly make you forget everyday life. Host André impresses with exceptional hospitality and attention to detail. Highly recommended – five stars in every respect.

We had 6 wonderful nights here and whole heartedly recommend it to any travellers seeking a peaceful retreat away from the Port Douglas bustle. Andre is a thoughtful host and provides everything you may need for a comfortable stay. Mai Tai has spectacular views and enough serenity to enchant the Kerrigan family. The decor is unique and breakfast is delicious. Although it is in a quiet spot away from the main towns, Mossman and PD are easily reachable for restaurants and shopping. In summary, if, like us, you don’t enjoy the big corporate hotels, you would be sure to enjoy Mai Tai and the hospitality provided by Andre.