Exchange Hotel, Mossman

The Exchange Hotel, located in Mossman, Queensland, is a heritage-listed site built between 1934 and 1935, designed to attract tourists to the region. This historic hotel replaced an earlier establishment that was damaged by a cyclone in 1934. Mossman, a sugar town situated about 75 kilometers north of Cairns, has a rich agricultural history, particularly in sugar cane cultivation. The hotel stands at a significant intersection in a town that developed alongside the sugar industry and tourism, especially after the opening of the Cook Highway in 1933. Visitors can explore the hotel's historical significance and its role in the local community's development, as well as enjoy the scenic beauty of the surrounding area, including the nearby Daintree rainforest.