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Cicada Lodge

Property class: 4.5
Luxurious 4.5-star hotel with outdoor pool

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A dining area with a table set for two, overlooking a river and a fire pit.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a glass barrier.
A pathway leading to a building with a glass facade, surrounded by greenery and a small water feature.
A modern house with a balcony, a small garden, and a metal fence.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a wall-mounted shelf.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Gorge Road, Nitmiluk, NT, 0850
  • Place, Nitmiluk National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Nitmiluk Visitor Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Katherine Gorge
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Katherine, NT (KTR-Tindal)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with blinds, and a framed artwork on the wall.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a wall-mounted shelf.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Nitmiluk

On river.Within a 5-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Nitmiluk National Park and Nitmiluk Visitor Centre. Katherine Gorge is within half a mile (1 km) and Katherine Museum is within 20 miles (32 km).

What's nearby

  • Nitmiluk National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Nitmiluk Visitor Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Katherine Gorge - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Katherine Hot Springs - 35 min drive - 23.9 miles
  • Katherine Low Level Nature Park - 37 min drive - 25.6 miles

Getting around

  • Katherine Station - 37 min drive
  • Katherine, NT (KTR-Tindal) - 46 min drive

About this property

Cicada Lodge

Luxurious 4.5-star hotel with outdoor pool
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Cicada Lodge. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Nitmiluk hotel.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Cicada Lodge offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

This Nitmiluk hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rowing/canoeing

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 130 per vehicle (one way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Cicada Katherine
Cicada Lodge
Cicada Lodge Katherine
Cicada Lodge Nitmiluk
Cicada Nitmiluk
Cicada Lodge Hotel
Cicada Lodge Nitmiluk
Cicada Lodge Hotel Nitmiluk

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cicada Lodge to the airport?

Cicada Lodge is 26.4 mi (46-min drive) away from the Katherine, NT (KTR-Tindal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Cicada Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Cicada Lodge offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of AUD 130 per vehicle, one way.

Does Cicada Lodge offer free breakfast?

Cicada Lodge offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Cicada Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Cicada Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at Cicada Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking, valet parking, and extended parking.

Does Cicada Lodge have a pool?

Cicada Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Cicada Lodge have a restaurant?

Cicada Lodge is home to Cicada, which features Regional cuisine, pool views, and al fresco dining.

Does Cicada Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Cicada Lodge to downtown Nitmiluk?

Cicada Lodge is 17.6 mi away from Nitmiluk.

Cicada Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 138 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Carmen Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely accommodation in the heart of Nitmiluk National Park, with friendly staff and excellent restaurant on site
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful hotel with wonderful staff! I would definitely recommend and would love to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place. Neal is wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent fully air conditioned lodge inside the Nitmiluk park, with a good dining area and bar.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was superb & staff was helpful & informative
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Phantastic location directly in the national park of Nitmiluk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing accommodation and dining. Staff service outstanding and quality of meals excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Leeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great and the food amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ayrton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the most amazing time at the lodge, the staff were A++, we were made feel very welcome and our room was everything it was suppose to be. Facilities were immaculate and the surroundings are priceless. Welcome drinks are a bonus and breakfast was to die for
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice stay. Staff was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chrysti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cicada Lodge was a huge diamond in the rough surprise. We were beyond happy with the accommodations, service, and the food was excellent! I will defintely be coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall a very good stay. Great staff. Rooms are a little older but an enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Service was outstanding!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady that ran the place handling reception, drinks, food everything, was amazing. Pleasant, friendly, helpful, just all great service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation, staff and dining. Will return
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cicada Lodge was truly a memorable destination. The stand out of our stay was our beautiful 3 course dinner and the amazing breakfast. The food was out of this world. Our stay will be a cherished memory for both myself and my mum. Thank you Cicada Lodge
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic service in all areas . Couldn’t fault it
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Niamh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cicada Lodge is simply amazing. The staff are fantastic and so attentive in an understated and non instrusive way. While the dinner menu is quite limited, the food is superb and the service relaxed and efficient. Simply I loved Cicada Lodge and could not recommend it highly enough.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room. Very friendly staff. Great location. Complimentary drinks and Canapés were great. Dinner ($125 for 3 courses) was great value too. Highly recommended.
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10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an oasis. 5 star luxury and Katherine Gorge to enjoy. Whats not to love? Big thanks to Jake, Neil, Violet and the lovely french woman with the short fringe and big brown eyes (sorry, I couldn't catch your name).
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Diane

The cabin was nice. To get to them you have to walk on a boardwalk above the ground. I noticed they had ramps so it is wheel chair friendly. The food was very good but very pricey $125pp for 3 course dinner. I had to ask if you were not a big eater what is the alternative. I normally just have an entree but I felt like they would think I was Penny pinching so I ordered a main $60. Didn’t finish it but it was tasty. There are only 3 choices of entree, main & desserts and they don’t change every night in fact possibly not even every week. So if you stay more than 2 nights you may not be happy eating the same meal. There is no where else for dinner so a captured audience .Breakfast was included and good also a pre dinner drink and canapés were included in the room price. We had a nice stay but glad it was only 2 nights. Even 1 would have been ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

BEATRICE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Prestations de qualité Excellent restaurant Personnel très agréable et prévenant Excellent séjour
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent quiet accommodation, great location of dwellings in parkland.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020