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Cicada Lodge

Nitmiluk National Park, Gorge Road, 0850 Katherine, Australia – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 58 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.4
Very Good
58 reviews

It's a little oasis in the wilderness. Beautiful rooms with great facilities. When you are travelling out back, sometimes you just want to be pampered a little. This is the spot. This was our second visit 3 years apart.

Jenni Australia

excellent amenities. very good food at restaurant. excellent breakfast included in room rate. close to the gorge for tour activities.

Vicki Australia

Location on Katherine Gorge, spacious rooms, drinks and canapés on the deck followed by dinner, lovely breakfast on the deck.

Bernadette Australia

it’s a beautiful location, the rooms were comfortable and well maintained and the catering and team were fantastic.

Scott Australia

Fabulous accomodation and food in a pristine location.

Andrew Australia

Beautiful location, and only a short walk to the gorge. Staff were super friendly and helpful. The room was spectacular, with a private veranda looking out to the bush. we loved our stay there!

Nathan Australia

enjoyed an sunset drinks and the chefs menu dinner

Martine Australia

Brilliant, all our needs taken care of. Large room and fan on the deck to stay cool while soaking up views of nature. Delicious 3 course dinner and breakfast the next morning exceeded expectations.

Mary Australia

this is a beautiful property, perfectly situated for exploring Nitmiluk Gorge & the Katherine river. The staff, led by Matt are exceptional. The breakfast & dinners were fabulous. pre dinner drinks a pleasure. Everything was just first class in a boutique property.

James Australia

everything from the entrance opening out to the pool, the room was modern exceptionally clean and fitted out beautifully. The service and top class dining in a beautiful setting.

Clarissa Australia
8.4
Very Good
58 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “It's a little oasis in the wilderness. Beautiful rooms with great facilities. When you are travelling out back, sometimes you just want to be pampered a little. This is the spot.”
    Jenni Jenni Australia Australia
  • “excellent amenities. very good food at restaurant. excellent breakfast included in room rate. close to the gorge for tour activities.”
    Vicki Vicki Australia Australia
  • “Location on Katherine Gorge, spacious rooms, drinks and canapés on the deck followed by dinner, lovely breakfast on the deck.”
    Bernadette Bernadette Australia Australia
  • “it’s a beautiful location, the rooms were comfortable and well maintained and the catering and team were fantastic.”
    Scott Scott Australia Australia
  • “Fabulous accomodation and food in a pristine location.”
    Andrew Andrew Australia Australia
  • “Beautiful location, and only a short walk to the gorge. Staff were super friendly and helpful. The room was spectacular, with a private veranda looking out to the bush. we loved our stay there!”
    Nathan Nathan Australia Australia
  • “enjoyed an sunset drinks and the chefs menu dinner”
    Martine Martine Australia Australia
  • “Brilliant, all our needs taken care of. Large room and fan on the deck to stay cool while soaking up views of nature. Delicious 3 course dinner and breakfast the next morning exceeded expectations.”
    Mary Mary Australia Australia
  • “this is a beautiful property, perfectly situated for exploring Nitmiluk Gorge & the Katherine river. The staff, led by Matt are exceptional. The breakfast & dinners were fabulous.”
    James James Australia Australia
  • “everything from the entrance opening out to the pool, the room was modern exceptionally clean and fitted out beautifully. The service and top class dining in a beautiful setting.”
    Clarissa Clarissa Australia Australia

Categories:

  • Staff8.6
  • Facilities 8.7
  • Cleanliness 9.2
  • Comfort 9.3
  • Value for money7.5
  • Location 9.4
High score for Katherine

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Located alongside the Katherine River and Nitmiluk Gorge, Cicada Lodge features an outdoor swimming pool, a restaurant and a bar. Guests receive a welcome drink on arrival and can enjoy free evening canapes and drinks.

Elegantly furnished, the air-conditioned rooms offer a fusion of modern Australian décor and Indigenous-designed furnishings and artworks. Each room has a flat-screen TV and a coffee machine.

The restaurant is open daily for breakfast and dinner and packed lunches are available on request. Dinner is a regularly updated set menu, featuring fresh local produce.

Cicada Lodge is a 1-hour drive from Cutta Cutta Caves Nature Park. The property’s tour desk books helicopter flights, canoe trips and boat cruises. Guests can swim in the stunning gorge during the dry season.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Cicada Lodge has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Aug 27, 2013

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Most popular amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Non-smoking rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Restaurant
Free WiFi
Free parking
Bar

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.6
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
7.5
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Katherine

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jenni
    AustraliaAustralia
    “It's a little oasis in the wilderness. Beautiful rooms with great facilities. When you are travelling out back, sometimes you just want to be pampered a little. This is the spot. This was our second visit 3 years apart.”
  • Vicki
    AustraliaAustralia
    “excellent amenities. very good food at restaurant. excellent breakfast included in room rate. close to the gorge for tour activities.”
  • Bernadette
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Location on Katherine Gorge, spacious rooms, drinks and canapés on the deck followed by dinner, lovely breakfast on the deck.”
  • Scott
    AustraliaAustralia
    “it’s a beautiful location, the rooms were comfortable and well maintained and the catering and team were fantastic.”
  • Andrew
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Fabulous accomodation and food in a pristine location.”
  • Nathan
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Beautiful location, and only a short walk to the gorge. Staff were super friendly and helpful. The room was spectacular, with a private veranda looking out to the bush. we loved our stay there!”
  • Martine
    AustraliaAustralia
    “enjoyed an sunset drinks and the chefs menu dinner”
  • Mary
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Brilliant, all our needs taken care of. Large room and fan on the deck to stay cool while soaking up views of nature. Delicious 3 course dinner and breakfast the next morning exceeded expectations.”
  • James
    AustraliaAustralia
    “this is a beautiful property, perfectly situated for exploring Nitmiluk Gorge & the Katherine river. The staff, led by Matt are exceptional. The breakfast & dinners were fabulous. pre dinner drinks a pleasure. Everything was just first class in...”
  • Clarissa
    AustraliaAustralia
    “everything from the entrance opening out to the pool, the room was modern exceptionally clean and fitted out beautifully. The service and top class dining in a beautiful setting.”
Property questions and answers
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Area info *
1 Restaurant On Site

    Cicada Lodge Restaurant

    Food: Australian

    Menu: À la carte

Amenities of Cicada Lodge
Most popular amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Non-smoking rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Restaurant
Free WiFi
Free parking
Bar
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Outdoor swimming pool
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Heated pool
  • Pool bar
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Fenced pool
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English
Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules

Cicada Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above are considered adults at this property.

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

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa American Express Cicada Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with a credit card.

Please inform Cicada Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Legal info

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Cicada Lodge

  • The prices at Cicada Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at Cicada Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • À la carte

  • Check-in at Cicada Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Cicada Lodge is 14.3 miles from the center of Katherine.

  • Room options at Cicada Lodge include:

    • Twin/Double

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Cicada Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Swimming pool

  • Cicada Lodge has 1 restaurant:

    • Cicada Lodge Restaurant