ACCOMMODATION BABINDA QLD

The Babinda State Hotel is a beautifully restored, federation hotel which was built in 1917 by the Queensland Government. The Hotel is situated 60 kilometres south of Cairns and Cairns International Airport. It is right in the heart of tropical north Queensland's rainforest, only minutes from the famous boulders, and a short trip to beautiful beaches, the Great Barrier Reef and coral islands. The Babinda State Hotel retains the charm and character of a bygone era and is listed by the Queensland Heritage Trust. The hotel offers guests a range of accommodation from dormitory to motel style rooms with ensuites. Wide colonial verandas afford a unique view of the rainforest and the highest mountain range in Queensland. The Babinda State Hotel offers every modern convenience with the personal and friendly hospitality for which North Queensland is renowned.

The Babinda State Hotel is a beautifully restored, federation hotel which was built in 1917 by the Queensland Government. The Hotel is situated 60 kilometres south of Cairns and Cairns International Airport. It is right in the heart of tropical north Queensland's rainforest, only minutes from the famous boulders, and a short trip to beautiful beaches, the Great Barrier Reef and coral islands. The Babinda State Hotel retains the charm and character of a bygone era and is listed by the Queensland Heritage Trust. The hotel offers guests a range of accommodation from dormitory to motel style rooms with ensuites. Wide colonial verandas afford a unique view of the rainforest and the highest mountain range in Queensland. The Babinda State Hotel offers every modern convenience with the personal and friendly hospitality for which North Queensland is renowned.

Watch spectacular Josephine Falls tumbling over giant granite boulders on this short walk through the lush tropical rainforest of Wooroonooran National Park, 75 kilometres south of Cairns. The Falls are part of Josephine Creek which flows from Bartle Frere, Queensland's highest mountain. You can access Josephine Falls by turning off the Bruce Highway 2 kilometres south of Mirriwinni and driving 8 kilometres to Josephine Falls. From the car park it is a 15 minute walk along the boardwalk to platforms where you get an excellent view of the Falls. Wheelchair access is available to the viewing platform at the top pool and stairs lead to the bottom pool. Join the locals for a dip in the icy cold waters of the bottom pool and warm up on the massive granite boulders after your swim. Always check the weather conditions as rain on the mountains can cause flash flooding, making this area unsafe for swimming. ...