Jackaroo Treehouse Rainforest Retreat
Hostel Bingil Bay
Jackaroo Treehouse Rainforest Retreat Hostel Experience
Jackaroo Treehouse Rainforest Retreat offers something truly unique — Australia’s only treehouse accommodation set within World Heritage tropical rainforest at Bingil Bay. This family-run hostel is a slice of paradise where you can swing in hammocks amongst native wildlife, spot cassowaries wandering through the property, and experience the ultimate laid-back tropical escape.
The beautiful giant treehouse boasts large open living areas, a commercial kitchen, spacious rooms, and a stunning sundeck overlooking the saltwater pool — all with lush rainforest as your backdrop.
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Accommodation
The hostel features 12 rooms across various configurations:
Shared Dorms
- Single beds in shared rooms
- Perfect for solo travellers meeting new friends
- Air conditioning
- Shared bathrooms
- From $24/night
Private Poolside Double Rooms
- Privacy for couples
- Poolside location
- Air conditioning
- From approximately $103/night
Private Family Rooms
- 4-person capacity
- Perfect for groups and families
- Air conditioning
All Rooms Include:
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
- Access to all facilities
- Daily housekeeping
- Balcony access
Hostel Facilities
The Treehouse
- Large open living areas
- Stunning sundeck overlooking pool
- Hammocks and sun lounges
- Outdoor cinema (movies under the stars)
- Library
- Commercial kitchen (fully equipped)
Jack’s Jungle Bar
- Fully licensed bar on-site
- Open 7 days a week
- Great place to meet fellow travellers
- Live music and entertainment
Pool Area
- Saltwater swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Rainforest views
- Hammocks
Practical Amenities:
- Free WiFi throughout
- Free parking
- BBQ facilities
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
- On-site shop/convenience store
- Bicycle hire
- Tour desk
- 24-hour security
Transport & Transfers
Free Shuttle Service
The hostel runs a shuttle bus all day, including:
- Mission Beach village transfers
- Greyhound/Premier bus terminal pickup
- Mission Link Hotel Shuttle connection
Skydiving & Rafting Pickup
Official pickup point for Mission Beach skydiving and Tully River white water rafting.
From Cairns:
Mission Link shuttle bus from Cairns Airport or city centre (approximately 2 hours).
Wildlife & Nature
The rainforest setting means genuine wildlife encounters:
- Cassowaries — regularly spotted wandering through the property!
- Tropical birds and butterflies
- Native wildlife throughout
- World Heritage rainforest as your backdrop
Activities
From the Hostel:
- Short walk to Bingil Bay Beach
- Rainforest walks and hiking trails
- Pool relaxation
- Bar socialising
- Outdoor movie nights
Book Through Tour Desk:
- Great Barrier Reef snorkelling/diving
- Skydiving Mission Beach (pickup from hostel)
- White water rafting Tully River (pickup from hostel)
- Dunk Island day trips
- Cassowary spotting tours
- Rainforest hikes
Check-in Information
Reception Hours:
- Check-in available outside specific hours (contact for details)
- Arrivals 2pm–4pm: Can relax onsite until reception opens at 4pm
- Late arrivals (after 10pm): Contact 24 hours prior for key access instructions
Check-in: 4:00pm | Check-out: 10:00am
Perfect For
- Solo backpackers wanting to meet people
- Couples seeking unique accommodation
- Families and small groups
- Nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts
- Budget travellers
- East Coast backpacker trail travellers
- Those wanting off-the-beaten-path experiences
Guest Reviews Highlight
- “Hidden gem in the rainforest”
- “Most beautiful hostel on the East Coast”
- “Cassowaries walking through the property!”
- “Perfect atmosphere — friendly and laid back”
- “Rob the owner is amazing and helpful”
- Rated 8.4/10 on Booking.com
Helpful Links
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Location & Contact
Address: 13 Frizelle Road, Bingil Bay, QLD 4852
Phone: 07 4068 7137
Email: info@jackarootreehouse.com
Website: jackarootreehouse.com
Location:
- Set within World Heritage rainforest at Bingil Bay
- 10 minutes drive from Mission Beach village
- 15-minute walk to Clump Mountain National Park
- 1.2 miles from Bingil Bay Beach
- 150km south of Cairns (approximately 2 hours)
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Jackaroo Hostel Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! It's a genuine giant treehouse structure set in the rainforest canopy, making it Australia's only treehouse hostel accommodation.
Dorm beds start from around $24/night. Private rooms start from approximately $103/night.
Yes! Cassowaries are regularly spotted walking through the property. The rainforest location means genuine wildlife encounters.
The hostel offers free pickup from the Greyhound/Premier bus terminal. Contact them before arrival to arrange.
Yes, private double rooms and 4-person family rooms are available alongside shared dorms.
Yes, Jack's Jungle Bar is a fully licensed bar on-site open 7 days a week.
Bingil Bay is about 10 minutes drive from Mission Beach village. The hostel runs a free shuttle throughout the day.
Yes, the tour desk can book all activities including skydiving, rafting, reef trips, and Dunk Island tours. The hostel is an official pickup point for skydiving and rafting.
Yes, a fully equipped commercial kitchen is available for guest use.
Yes, unlimited free WiFi throughout the property.
