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 Wildlife Retreat at Taronga

2a Bradleys Head Road, Mosman, 2088 Sydney, Australia – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.7/10! (score from 787 reviews)

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9.3
Wonderful
787 reviews

Our room was beautiful, with nice lighting options and a really good view of the small animal sanctuary. The view from the bar was also really nice.

Rachael Australia

Location excellent, views excellent, room lovely, lounge area awesome, staff very friendly, restaurant very good (although cold as louvres had to be open!), dinner and breakfast both excellent. Tour of sanctuary lovely - guide excellent. Everything in the one place and the ability to park close by a bonus. Added birthday gift (kangaroo soft toy) and card a nice touch.

Debra Australia

This was a very special experience for our family (2 teenage boys and my husband & I). We booked an Animal View room and had a koala hanging in the tree just outside our 2 adjoining rooms for the duration which was amazing as we saw lots of antics we hadn't seen before such as jumping from tree to tree! The Wildlife Retreat is beautifully designed and the staff were knowledgeable and so helpful. The tour of the sanctuary was a highlight and the restaurant with gorgeous harbour views and lovely food was also fantastic. Definitely worth the splurge for us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Suzanne Australia

exceptional views from the restaurant, breakfast had everything one would expect at a buffet breakfst

Jennifer Australia

It was my older sons birthday and and he had a little kaola (which is his favourite) as a complimentary gift and he was over the moon

Anya Australia

Staff and facilities were amazing. The young lady who did the front gate Sunday afternoon was delightful.

Brian Australia

The extra tours were nice and you got up close to the animals! The lodging is a great way to relax and enjoy before / after exploring the zoo.

Adrian Australia

The room is clean and comfortable. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The food is excellent. And OMG, the view is unbelievable and the experience with animals is unforgettable!

Cbsint Australia

Everything about it was truly amazing would highly recommend it to anyone

Faye United Kingdom

The food was amazing, and the location was to die for. I especially liked that the zoo fulfilled my request for a room that overlooked the koala enclosure.

Robert Australia
9.3
Wonderful
787 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Our room was beautiful, with nice lighting options and a really good view of the small animal sanctuary. The view from the bar was also really nice.”
    Rachael Rachael Australia Australia
  • “Location excellent, views excellent, room lovely, lounge area awesome, staff very friendly, restaurant very good (although cold as louvres had to be open!), dinner and breakfast both excellent.”
    Debra Debra Australia Australia
  • “This was a very special experience for our family (2 teenage boys and my husband & I).”
    Suzanne Suzanne Australia Australia
  • “exceptional views from the restaurant, breakfast had everything one would expect at a buffet breakfst”
    Jennifer Jennifer Australia Australia
  • “It was my older sons birthday and and he had a little kaola (which is his favourite) as a complimentary gift and he was over the moon”
    Anya Anya Australia Australia
  • “Staff and facilities were amazing. The young lady who did the front gate Sunday afternoon was delightful.”
    Brian Brian Australia Australia
  • “The extra tours were nice and you got up close to the animals! The lodging is a great way to relax and enjoy before / after exploring the zoo.”
    Adrian Adrian Australia Australia
  • “The room is clean and comfortable. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The food is excellent. And OMG, the view is unbelievable and the experience with animals is unforgettable!”
    Cbsint Cbsint Australia Australia
  • “Everything about it was truly amazing would highly recommend it to anyone”
    Faye Faye United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The food was amazing, and the location was to die for. I especially liked that the zoo fulfilled my request for a room that overlooked the koala enclosure.”
    Robert Robert Australia Australia

Categories:

  • Staff 9.7
  • Facilities 9.6
  • Cleanliness 9.6
  • Comfort 9.7
  • Value for money 9.0
  • Location 9.7
  • Free WiFi 9.2
High score for Sydney

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This property is a 16-minute walk from the beach. Nestled within Taronga Zoo and overlooking Sydney Harbor, Wildlife Retreat at Taronga is an eco-retreat offering stylish accommodations in a relaxed bush setting. Located in Sydney, the property features a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk.

The rooms and suites offer bush land, animal or harbor views. All rooms have a private bathroom, a seating area, flat-screen TV, a safe and free WiFi.

Included for guests are guided wildlife tours, dinner and buffet breakfast at the on-site Me-Gal restaurant with views of Sydney Harbor, and complimentary access to Taronga Zoo.

Wildlife Retreat at Taronga also features a shared lounge area which includes a bar and an outdoor terrace with city and harbor views. Taronga Zoo is a not-for-profit organization and all revenue from the Retreat goes towards Taronga’s important wildlife conservation programs.

Circular Quay is 2.6 mi from Wildlife Retreat at Taronga and the nearest airport is Sydney's Kingsford Smith Airport, 11 mi from the accommodations.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Wildlife Retreat at Taronga has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Oct 30, 2019

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Facilities for disabled guests
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar

ATM: Need cash? This property has an ATM on site.

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Kosher, Buffet

Free parking available at the hotel

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Closest beaches

  • Athol Beach

    8.2 Very good beach
    1,050 feet from property

  • Sirius Cove

    7.9 Good beach
    2,150 feet from property

  • Balmoral Beach

    9.2 Wonderful beach
    1.2 miles from property

  • Lady Martins Beach

    8.4 Very good beach
    1.5 miles from property

  • Milk Beach

    8.8 Excellent beach
    1.6 miles from property

Guest reviews

9.3
Wonderful · 787 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff 9.7
  • Facilities 9.6
  • Cleanliness 9.6
  • Comfort 9.7
  • Value for money 9.0
  • Location 9.7
  • Free WiFi 9.2
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Rachael
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Our room was beautiful, with nice lighting options and a really good view of the small animal sanctuary. The view from the bar was also really nice.”
  • Debra
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Location excellent, views excellent, room lovely, lounge area awesome, staff very friendly, restaurant very good (although cold as louvres had to be open!), dinner and breakfast both excellent. Tour of sanctuary lovely - guide excellent. Everything...”
  • Suzanne
    AustraliaAustralia
    “This was a very special experience for our family (2 teenage boys and my husband & I). We booked an Animal View room and had a koala hanging in the tree just outside our 2 adjoining rooms for the duration which was amazing as we saw lots of antics...”
  • Jennifer
    AustraliaAustralia
    “exceptional views from the restaurant, breakfast had everything one would expect at a buffet breakfst”
  • A
    Anya
    AustraliaAustralia
    “It was my older sons birthday and and he had a little kaola (which is his favourite) as a complimentary gift and he was over the moon”
  • Brian
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Staff and facilities were amazing. The young lady who did the front gate Sunday afternoon was delightful.”
  • Adrian
    AustraliaAustralia
    “The extra tours were nice and you got up close to the animals! The lodging is a great way to relax and enjoy before / after exploring the zoo.”
  • Cbsint
    AustraliaAustralia
    “The room is clean and comfortable. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The food is excellent. And OMG, the view is unbelievable and the experience with animals is unforgettable!”
  • Faye
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Everything about it was truly amazing would highly recommend it to anyone”
  • Robert
    AustraliaAustralia
    “The food was amazing, and the location was to die for. I especially liked that the zoo fulfilled my request for a room that overlooked the koala enclosure.”
Property questions and answers
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  • Hello, does the room have a bathtub and what restrictions are in place due to COVID-19?
    Our Tree Top Suites are our only rooms that feature a bathtub. The Wildlife Retreat is conscious of both our guests and staff health and safety and are following all guidelines set in place by the government. We have limited numbers for dining and tours.
    Answered on July 31, 2020
  • when do you open with the corona virus
    The Wildlife Retreat is now open and welcoming guests again on Thursday - Saturday nights.
    Answered on July 31, 2020
  • Does this price include tickets to the zoo?
    Good evening, Thank you for your enquiry. Our bed and breakfast rate does not include entry to the zoo but tickets can be purchased from Taronga's admissions office from 9.30am daily. The full experience rate does include entry to the zoo as well as breakfast, dinner and tours. Kind regards, Wildlife Retreat Reception
    Asked about: Animal View Room - Breakfast, Tour & Zoo Admission • Answered on January 1, 2020
  • We have 2 children, they are aged 1 and 2. We only require 1 cot. Does this room allow 4 occupants?
    We recommend the maximum number of occupants of a room be 3 to ensure guests comfort and safety. We are able to provide cots at our guests request.
    Asked about: Animal View Room - Breakfast, 3 Course Dinner, Tours & Zoo Admission • Answered on July 31, 2020
  • Hi Room for 2 adults and 1 11 year old what bedding is available for the 11yo
    Hi there, Our maximum occupancy per room is 3 people. We are able to add an additional rollaway bed to the room at no extra charge. Thank you for your support, The Wildlife Retreat Team
    Asked about: Bushland View Room - Breakfast, Tour & Zoo Admission • Answered on June 26, 2022

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Hotel area info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Taronga Zoo
    0.2 miles
  • Taronga Zoo Sky Safari
    0.3 miles
  • Sydney Harbor
    0.8 miles
  • Mosman Bay Marina
    0.8 miles
  • Balmoral Boatshed
    1.2 miles
  • May Gibbs' Nutcote
    1.3 miles
  • Fort Denison
    1.3 miles
  • Nielsen Park
    1.4 miles
  • Balmoral Beach
    1.5 miles
  • Kirribilli House
    1.5 miles
Top attractions
  • Sydney Opera House
    1.9 miles
  • Harbour Bridge
    2 miles
  • The Royal Botanic Gardens
    2.1 miles
  • Circular Quay
    2.2 miles
  • Hyde Park Barracks Museum
    2.3 miles
  • Art Gallery of New South Wales
    2.3 miles
  • Australian National Maritime Museum
    3.1 miles
  • Strathfield Private Hospital
    8.6 miles
  • Bicentennial Park
    9.5 miles
  • Sydney Showground
    10 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
  • Athol Beach
    1,050 feet
  • Sirius Cove
    2,150 feet
  • Balmoral Beach
    1.2 miles
  • Lady Martins Beach
    1.5 miles
  • Milk Beach
    1.6 miles
Closest Airports
  • Kingsford Smith Airport
    7.5 miles
  • Illawarra Regional Airport
    56 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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1 Restaurant On Site

    Me-Gal

    Menu: À la carte

Amenities of Wildlife Retreat at Taronga

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Facilities for disabled guests
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking garage
  • Secure parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages Spoken
  • English
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Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules Wildlife Retreat at Taronga takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

2:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Check-out

12:00 AM - 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.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of AUD 100 is required on arrival. That's about 69.16USD. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

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

0 - 2 years
Crib by request
Free

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

The maximum number of cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos American Express Wildlife Retreat at Taronga accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

The New South Wales Government has issued a mandatory code of conduct outlining the rights and obligations of people either hosting or renting accommodations on a short-term basis, including a complaints process.

A damage deposit of AUD 100 is required on arrival. That's about 69.16USD. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Wildlife Retreat at Taronga

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

  • Check-in at Wildlife Retreat at Taronga is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The nearest beach is 0.8 miles from Wildlife Retreat at Taronga.

  • Room options at Wildlife Retreat at Taronga include:

    • Double

  • Wildlife Retreat at Taronga offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Tour or class about local culture

  • Guests staying at Wildlife Retreat at Taronga can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.9).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Halal
    • Gluten-free
    • Kosher
    • Buffet
    • À la carte

  • Wildlife Retreat at Taronga has 1 restaurant:

    • Me-Gal

  • Wildlife Retreat at Taronga is 2.7 miles from the center of Sydney.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Wildlife Retreat at Taronga by:

    • Taxi 30min