The best available hotels & places to stay near Cook Shire

Lizard Island is truly secluded from the rest of the world. With 40 luxurious suites, it is the most northern resort in tropical North Queensland and is located directly on the Great Barrier Reef. The Resort is part of a preserved National Park covering 1,013 hectares, Lizard Island Resort is accessible by private air charter from Cairns Airport that services direct flights to and from most major Australian airports. The island experience is like no other place on the Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy secluded picnics with your own private dinghy on one of the many beaches, dive the famous Cod Hole, learn to snorkel or take in one of the numerous natural bird, wildlife, turtle or historical guided tours - there is so much on offer. Lizard Island is also famous for its game fishing and ,exciting light tackle sport fishing and has several vessels for private fishing excursions. At the end of a busy day, try a sunset beach degustation dinner on a private beach, relax in the soothing Essentia Day Spa or simply unwind in the the beautiful Salt Water restaurant and bar - Lizard is like nowhere else located right on the Great Barrier Reef

See why so many travelers make Sovereign Resort Hotel Cooktown their resort of choice when visiting Cooktown. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a family-friendly setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. Guest rooms offer a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, and a minibar, and Sovereign Resort Hotel Cooktown makes getting online easy as free wifi is available. You can also take advantage of some of the amenities offered by the resort, including room service. In addition, guests can enjoy a pool and an on-site restaurant during their visit. As an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. While staying at Sovereign Resort Hotel Cooktown, visitors can check out Cooktown War Memorial (0.2 mi), which is a popular Cooktown attraction. While in Cooktown, you may want to check out some of the restaurants that are a short walk away from Sovereign Resort Hotel Cooktown, including Bowled Over Bistro (0.1 mi), Jackey Jackey Herbs & Spices Thai Restaurant (0.1 mi), and Cooktown RSL Memorial Club (0.1 mi). If you’re looking for things to do, you can check out James Cook Museum (0.2 mi), Grassy Hill (0.5 mi), or Cooktown History Centre (0.0 mi), which are popular attractions amongst tourists, and they are all within walking distance. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Sovereign Resort Hotel Cooktown as you experience all of the things Cooktown has to offer.

Mungumby Lodge is the perfect base to explore the base of Cape York. Offering complete privacy and home-style comforts this preserved private estate is a fine example to Eco-tourism. You'll enjoy total relaxation in harmony with one of the world's oldest living rain forests and some of Australia's most colorful Aboriginal history.

Gecko Guest House is our private residence with three guest rooms which are perfect for singles and couples and we have a spacious common area with barbeque, fully equipped kitchen area for you to prepare and enjoy your own meals. Coffee and tea are provided. Two queen ensuite guest rooms are overlooking the pool with a private balcony. The third queen ensuite guest room is located under the main residence with private access to the common area. The rooms are accessible from the driveway or stairs and the property is fully secure with onsite parking and guests will receive the pin code to gates and key safe. At night the entrances are well lit with solar lighting. Our home and guest rooms are set in beautiful tropical gardens and within easy walking distance to the CBD, restaurants, hotels, IGA supermarket and tourist attractions.

Hillcrest Guest House is an original Queenslander built in 1880. The house has recently been renovated to create a cool, welcoming feel, with original polished timber floors and beautiful tropical gardens. All rooms upstairs are shared facilities, there is also a kitchen and laundry which guests are welcome to use. There is one self contained unit and three en-suite units - detached from the house. The swimming pool is 9 metres long and was the first swimming pool in Cooktown where the school children were taught to swim.

Haggerstone Island is an all inclusive boutique resort situated on the Great Barrier Reef, Queensland, Australia. Our 30 years of experience allow you to enjoy exclusive rustic luxury while experiencing the adventures that set the island apart.