141 reviews
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$30038 Speewah Road, Cairns, 4881, Australia
141 reviews
1/29
Restaurant
Outdoor swimming pool
Kids' pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Bar
Parking On Site
Speewah Country Tavern is a 3-star hotel in Cairns, Queensland, Australia. Address: 38 Speewah Road. The property sits about 11.6mi from Cairns city center, offering a country-tavern vibe with modern comforts. With 141 reviews, travelers get a sense of the place before arriving.
Amenities sparkle: a restaurant and outdoor swimming pool (plus a kids’ pool) for sunny days, free private parking and free wifi, air conditioning, a bar, and on-site parking (free). Non-smoking rooms, wheelchair accessibility, and practical touches like free toiletries, a balcony, and garden views round out the experience. Extra considerations include shuttle service (charges apply), live music/performances (charges apply), and kids’ meals (charges apply).
Surrounded by garden spaces and a laid-back atmosphere, this Australian escape invites casual strolls, alfresco moments by the garden, and easy access to facilities such as beach umbrellas and picnic areas.
Nestled about 11.6mi from Cairns city center, Speewah Country Tavern blends a country-tavern charm with modern comforts. Surrounded by garden spaces, the scene invites easygoing strolls and alfresco moments by the garden, with beach umbrellas and picnic spots adding a touch of vacation lightness.
The on-site scene keeps things lively: a restaurant and a bar, plus two outdoor pools—the main pool with a shallow end for all ages and an adults-only pool with its own shallow end. Free private parking and free wifi make arrivals and stays breezy, with air conditioning for comfort. Optional extras include shuttle service, live music or performances, and kids’ meals, all available for an added charge.
Room options span a range of needs: Economy (accommodates up to 10 adults and 6 children), Studio Economy (2 adults), Lodge (2), Apartment 3 Room (2), Dormitory Standard (1), Room - 1 Twin (a double room with 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed, for up to 3 adults), Budget Double Room (2 adults, 1 child), and Standard Room (2 adults, 1 child). Payment is flexible too, with cash accepted and cards including American Express, Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, Eftpos, and UnionPay.
Closest airports
Cairns International Airport
10.3miRestaurant
Outdoor swimming pool
Kids' pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Bar
Parking On Site
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Beach umbrellas
Garden view
Picnic area
Garden
View
Free toiletries
Balcony
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Room - 1 Twin
1 Twin Bed
1 Queen Size Bed
390 sqft
Garden view
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Microwave
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Budget Double Room
1 Queen Size Bed
365 sqft
Garden view
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Microwave
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Standard Room
Balcony
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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Economy
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Studio Economy
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Lodge
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Apartment 3 Room
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Dormitory Standard
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Featured reviews:
Paul
8.2
July 2025
These are nice rooms. The pub food looked good but we didn't eat it. Pool area was lovely. Enjoyed the balcony.
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.
Jacqui
8.2
July 2025
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.
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.
Jacqui
9.1
June 2025
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 :)
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.
Adelle
9.1
July 2023
We loved the bush outlook on the private back balcony. The rooms were situated enough away from the jovial of the Tavern, yet close enough for a comfortable short stroll to the Tavern for dinner (which was also delicious and very enjoyable!)
We were told Booking.com doesn't include the price ($25) for extra adults in their calculations so on check-in we paid extra than the original quote. (We were informed via sms message about this issue about a month before we were booked to stay). As the booking was in school holidays it was too late to enquire elsewhere and compare prices.
Racheal
8.2
September 2024
Great little stop over. Comfortable rooms, good pub, well priced yummy dinner.
The only complaint would be the shower which leaked water all over the bathroom floor in our room.
Joanne
8.2
November 2024
Peaceful and relaxing looking at the rainforest. Close to Kuranda village and Cairns
Very close to other cabins
Pete
8.2
May 2023
Only had Tea 1 night. Having to be there before 7pm to have tea is a prob for workers. Lak of parking near Unit is also a Prob. Food was OK.
Unit Parking. Food shute of time of 7pm cond be later.
Lester139
9.1
August 2024
Nice quiet location,the cabin is very spacious with a nice verandah.nice big bed.
The coffee sachet in room well past due dates!
Barry
10
May 2025
Fabulous place to stay & relax, just sorry we didn't stay longer. Great tavern & lovely meal.
Nothing to dislike.
Shannon
8.2
August 2023
Everything except the shower
The bathrooms shower didn’t drain properly meaning water splashed all over the floor and sat on the floor outside of the shower area
Attractions
Barron Gorge National Park
3.7miKuranda
4.1miAustralian Butterfly Sanctuary
4.2miHartley's Crocodile Adventures
9.5miCairns Botanic Gardens
10.1miCentenary Lakes
10.1miCairns Aquarium
11.9miRusty's Markets
12.1miMichaelmas Cay
12.1miCairns Esplanade Lagoon
12.2miGreat Barrier Reef
12.4miGranite Gorge Nature Park
20.3miAgincourt Reefs
25.8miLake Barrine
26miAtherton Tablelands
26miAttractions
Barron Gorge National Park
3.7miKuranda
4.1miAustralian Butterfly Sanctuary
4.2miHartley's Crocodile Adventures
9.5miCairns Botanic Gardens
10.1miCentenary Lakes
10.1miCairns Aquarium
11.9miRusty's Markets
12.1miMichaelmas Cay
12.1miCairns Esplanade Lagoon
12.2miGreat Barrier Reef
12.4miGranite Gorge Nature Park
20.3miAgincourt Reefs
25.8miLake Barrine
26miAtherton Tablelands
26miAirports
Cairns International Airport
10.3miRestaurant #1
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Location
Features
Age restrictions
Availability
Restaurant
Outdoor swimming pool
Kids' pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Bar
Parking On Site
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Beach umbrellas
Garden view
Picnic area
Garden
View
Free toiletries
Balcony
Accessibility
Entire unit located on ground floor
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Toilet with grab rails
Visual aids (tactile signs)
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Darts
Happy hour
Live music/Performance
Live sports events (broadcast)
Pool table
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Wardrobe or closet
Cleaning Services
Laundry
Entertainment & Family Services
Board games/Puzzles
Food & Drink
Bar
Coffee house on site
Kids' meals
Restaurant
Special diet meals (on request)
Tea/Coffee maker
Wine/Champagne
Front Desk Services
Invoice provided
General
Air conditioning
Carpeted
Convenience store on site
Designated smoking area
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Hardwood or parquet floors
Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Electric kettle
Microwave
Refrigerator
Toaster
Living Area
Sitting area
Sofa
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
TV
Outdoors
Balcony
BBQ facilities
Garden
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Room Amenities
Clothes rack
Fan
Iron
Socket near the bed
Safety & security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Smoke alarms
Safety features
First aid kits available
Spa
Beach umbrellas
Kids' pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Transportation
Shuttle service
View
Garden view
View
From 14:00
Until 19:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Until 09:00
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Come and go whenever you want
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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
No capacity for extra beds or cribs.
Cash
Visa,
American Express,
Mastercard,
Maestro,
Cash only,
Eftpos,
UnionPay
This property accepts cash.
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