We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Cradle Mountain Lodge. The cabin was lovely, clean, and spacious, with a real wood fireplace that added to its charm. The highlight, however, was the incredible wildlife - just walking from the cabin to the restaurant, we encountered so many animals! The trails starting from the lodge are easy and beautiful to explore, and the location, just a five-minute walk from the shuttle bus, is very convenient. The staff were lovely, and the night safari was a fun and memorable experience.

The lodge clearly capitalizes on its prime location at the park entrance, charging a disproportionately high price for the cabins. It was by far the most expensive accommodation we stayed at in Australia, even compared to 5-star hotels in Melbourne and Sydney. For such an astronomical price, we expected more generosity - complimentary tours, for instance, or a more sophisticated breakfast. The breakfast offered was very basic, with simple ingredients that didn’t match the premium cost, and limiting customers to one cup of cappuccino felt cheap. Despite the high price, I’d stay here again - the stunning nature and abundant wildlife make it a truly unique experience!

Everything about this lodge is special and beautiful! Our room was very clean, spacious and we loved the balcony's and spa bath. The lodge building is so atmospheric with open fires, warm and comfy couches. The restaurant is great for a special dinner and the bistro excellent for casual dining and we enjoyed participating in the trivia night too! The location is so easy to access the shuttle bus into the National Park, just a short walk from the Ranger Station Interpretation Centre where the bus picks up. We loved all the short walks around the lodge, the animal life is so special and the forest surrounds spectacular.

The location is great, close to the national park and trails. We saw a lot of wildlife animals around the property. The general atmosphere is warm and has an old charm feeling. The cabin is comfortable and feels warm and welcoming. All facilities in the room are functional and well maintained. The communication is excellent from the reservation team, front office, and housekeeping. All the requests passed on correctly. Check-in was smooth and informative, and staff members were very friendly and helpful. The room was well clean and excellent the quality of Bedsheets and towals. F&B We had meals every day, breakfast, lunch, and dinner during our stay. The food was good and tasty, but there was some hit and missed on someday. For example, we found a long hair in one of the dishes but staff apologised and changed a new dish straight away.

The sausage at the breakfast was tasteless and rubbery. It should not be on the breakfast line at all. Some F&B staff members were not smiling or friendly. This could be improved, and this will make a huge difference.. The non-slip wire on the balcony has some loose section and shape. Shoes are required when you stepped on the balcony.

Being immersed in nature was the highlight of course. The cabin was cosy with a lovely outlook which made you feel part of the forest. Pademelons jumped by. Platypus in the pond which you could watch from the breakfast room was amazing. Breakfast buffet was ample. Wombat right outside the little store, one metre away! The Park entrance and shuttle stop were so close. Lovely walks right at your door. The tavern was cosy and food nice. Loved it all.

If you care about having wifi and tv in your cabin (which i didn't) you might be disappointed. Wifi available at main lodge /tavern.

The location was amazing! The wildlife at your door is incredible - we saw an echidna and wombat within minutes of arriving. The local platypus was a bonus! The lodge is set up to create a wood cabin feel with big cozy leather lounges, fire places and games. You can have a coffee or hot chocolate while enjoying the atmosphere. The rooms were very comfortable, bed super big and cozy, spa bathtub fabulous for soaking tired muscles and the rooms provided crockery and cutlery if you had your own Tassie produce to eat which meant you don’t need to buy at the near by restaurants if you come prepared. The breakfast was plentiful and delicious, although at peak times the team are really working hard to keep up! A little kindness and politeness and they are very happy to help you or get what you need. Bishal on the restaurant and tavern was an added bonus - smiling and welcoming on our arrival each time and went above and beyond to ensure our needs were met! Lovely guy! All the team were lovely, he particularly stood out. We used the spa for a massage and a session at the sanctuary - the spa and sauna was both working and was AMAZING! Staying with such easy access to the national park and the beautiful local surrounds and wildlife is well worth the money. You are paying for the experience, the surrounds and a very cosy and comfortable stay with a highly suitable vibe and atmosphere that is exactly what you imagine a lodge to be.

Nothing! It was perfect!

The room was really nice and comfortable. The breakfast was really great. We booked the sanctuary in the spa which was fantastic. However we did ring back to find out the name of the the wine we purchased and the person who answered did not speak English very well and could not answer our question.

I had sent 3 emails requesting the menu for the Christmas dinner did not get a reply. Tried ringing no answer. Someone rang me to ask if i was booking in for dinner i said i needed a menu emailed to me. Still didn't happen. So you missed out on 3 people booking in for Christmas dinner. We were there in Nov and the tavern menu was much more comprehensive. It has changed but it needed some more options on it especially for snacky food. You also do not have any cakes etc to have with a coffee

The proximity to all activities in the park was excellent, and the grounds themselves were a good springboard for several walks of different skill and fitness requirements. The cabin - not room - was comfortable and delightfully warm when I arrived on a drizzly cold day; it was also very large and extremely private. Parking right outside your 'room' is a bonus. The breakfast provided was excellent, and the special dinner for Christmas was outstanding. Food in the tavern was also excellent.

No wifi in the cabins - and no TV if you are into that. While some cabins are close to the main lodge I was about as far as you could get and with a dodgy knee the paths downhill in the wet and uphill afterwards were a challenge; I had to make conscious choices to drive back to the main lodge or be prepared to take my time over a walk - both choices viable given the distance, but walking not always an option given the changeable weather. The roadways to the cabins need some attention, fortunately I drive a 4WD. Apart from location, I cannot see why the room prices are so high.

Stayed here twice before, worth spoiling yourself had balcony room overlooking lake with platypus swimming! Warm room with flickering gas fire light at night and room to move around. Close to Tavern for food and drinks or sit by the fire on a rainy afternoon and also shuttle bus.

Miss the vibe of chilling by the Lodge lower fire place when it was separated from the food service area, now feels like sitting next to a food court so lost some of its original charm with the new renovation. Get in early for breakfast at restaurant as they started getting empty buffet serving plates by the time we arrived at 9am to a nearly full house

The staff and being do close to nature was unforgettable. Highly recommend a visit to the day spa, heavenly, I totally fell asleep - comfortable treatment tables and skilled staff.

The beds had very cheap and hard uncomfortable mattresses so I could hardly get any sleep. You’d think for $700+ per night you’d sleep in a king bed which would make you think you’re sleeping in a cloud. Bistro food was below average and there were numerous things that they were out of. Brûlée was out…. Brûlée is basically eggs milk sugar and vanilla. How do you run out of that?? Just make more!

Great location and resort. Room was great, possible time for and update on bathrooms. Breakfast was also great. We had new years dinner in the restaurant and it was fantastic.

On booking it was very hard to get hold of anyone and even harder to get anyone to call back. Also found a couple of the staff in the tavern a very rude, not just to us but to other customers. The spa treatment my husband had was great, mine was only OK. Also the steam room in the Sanctuary was not working. The spa is very pricey so expect perfect service. Staff were nice.