Swain-selected stayMaleny, QueenslandSpicers Tamarind RetreatA distinctive base for a journey designed around you.Selected by our Destination ExpertsExploreThe storyGalleryExperiencesPlan your stayThe stayWhat to know about this stay.Spicers Tamarind Retreat sits on 18 acres of rainforest near Gardener's Falls in Maleny, its villas each with private outdoor space. Award-winning Thai dining sets it apart from the area's other hinterland retreats, alongside the Spa Anise wellness offering.The retreat's award-winning Thai restaurant is the main draw for most guests, paired with Spa Anise treatments and the sound of Gardener's Falls nearby, a genuinely distinctive dining identity. Being a quieter, adults-oriented counterpart to the larger family resorts along the Sunshine Coast below suits travelers extending a coastal stay into the Blackall Range specifically for the quiet. A closer lookSpicers Tamarind Retreat, in detail.View all 12 photosBeyond the stayExperiences nearbyThe retreat's award-winning Thai restaurant is the main draw for most guests, paired with Spa Anise treatments and the sound of Gardener's Falls nearby, a genuinely distinctive dining identity that sets it apart from the area's other hinterland retreats. Being a quieter, adults-oriented counterpart to the larger family resorts along the Sunshine Coast below suits travelers extending a coastal stay into the Blackall Range specifically for the quiet. Plan with SwainAdd Spicers Tamarind Retreat to your journey.Tell us where you want to go and how you like to travel. We will recommend the right route, length of stay, and experiences.Start planning →