My wife and I stayed at Cockatoo Hill for 2 nights and our stay couldn't have been better (perhaps clearer skies or a longer stay might have been nice though). Carmen and Patricia were the most wonderful hosts and our time at Cockatoo is one of the most memorable parts of our honeymoon. There are many options for accomodations in... more

If you are looking for a place to chill out and feel the force of nature around you, this is it. Simple yet elegant accommodation in the tree house, views across the green canopy and misty vales to the ocean, sunrise and moonrise from the balcony or bed. A fabulous breakfast of local organic fruit and to-die-for homemade jams. Carmen... more

We spent 4 nights with Carmen, loved the room, the view, the quiet, the pool, the breakfasts and the exemplary service....Carmen looks after everything. The attention to detail is beautiful - right down to the fresh flowers on your doormat. I cannot recommend it more highly. more

We stayed at Cockatoo Hill retreat for five nights in mid-late November 2008. It was the most memorable, amazing, comfortable stay we have ever had. Carmen and Patricia are something else completely. We felt we were staying at the home of a good family friend or relative - that's how welcome you feel, from the day you arrive until the... more

I have never written a review before but I feel compelled to write because this place is really so special. We have travelled around the whole world and have truly never had an experience like this. Even though it rained for four out of five days of our stay we had a magical time and this was largely down to... more

Our family of 2 parents and 3 children stayed at the hotel for 3 nights in august and everything was completely perfect, and carmen ensured this! the pool was beautiful, the views were stunning and the breakfasts were delicous. It would be a complete mistake not to stay here, the area is completely worth a trip to. We would like... more

My husband and I visited the Cockatoo Hill Retreat in June for a vacation. We visited all the way from Minnesota, USA and had an amazing time. Our cabana was beautiful and clean. The view was amazing. Carmen was the most wonderful host. She made us outstanding breakfast every morning we were there and went out of her way to... more

I would like to say how wonderful this hotel is , set in the rainforest it couldn't be more like paradise. Giles and Carmen are wonderful hosts and i was very ill one day i was there and they looked after me like a son amazing. Just a great place to spend time and the owners couldn't be more welcoming... more

The cockatoo hill retreat is a very peaceful and romantic getaway! The rooms are magnificant and the view breathtaking. And to top all of this, there's Carmen. She's so helpfull and generous and does everything to make your stay even more wonderful! Take enough time to explore the area because there is so much to see and do: beautiful beaches,... more