Speewah Country Tavern

Speewah Country Tavern offers a practical base for exploring the rainforest and attractions around Kuranda and Cairns. Set at 38 Speewah Road in Speewah, the property is close to the edge of the Wet Tropics World Heritage rainforest and about 15 minutes from the Cairns city boundary. A freshwater creek runs through the grounds, adding to the leafy setting and providing a vantage point for seeing native wildlife around the accommodation.

The stay includes 10 cabins overlooking the creek and surrounding rainforest. The setting is designed for relaxed visits rather than a conventional city hotel, with a family-friendly atmosphere and plenty of nearby outdoor options. The tavern says it is close to Kuranda Rainforest Village, Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and Kuranda Scenic Rail, as well as Barron Gorge National Park, the Douglas and Smith walking tracks, a horse-riding school, children’s playgrounds and a tennis court. Public transport is available to Kuranda, Cairns City and Mareeba.

There is more on site than accommodation. The rustic venue includes a bistro and tavern, a function centre, and a country store supplying essential goods, fuel and stock feed. The tavern serves a selection of beer, wine and spirits, while the wider space can also suit functions and informal gatherings. Its combination of rooms, dining and everyday supplies makes it useful for travellers who want to stay near Kuranda without being in the village centre, as well as local visitors looking for a casual place in a rainforest setting.

Speewah Country Tavern is hosted by Laurie and Michele Woods, who invite visitors to use the property as a base for experiencing the Cairns region. From here, guests can plan trips to the Atherton Tablelands, the Great Barrier Reef, Cairns Aquarium and Fitzroy Island, with the website also highlighting the Kuranda Heritage Markets and the rainforest cableway. It should appeal particularly to families and visitors travelling by car, while the available public transport also offers another way to reach Kuranda and Cairns. The venue publishes different service times across the week, so checking before visiting is sensible.