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Hinterland Escape: Stay Longer & Save
5 Nights, Early Morning Bird Walk, Country Afternoon Tea, Presentation, Free WiFi
Hinterland Hideaway: Daily Meals
3 Nights, Breakfast Daily, 3 Course Dinner Daily, Early Morning Bird Walk, Country Afternoon Tea, Free WiFi
Property Info
Features
Overview
O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat is just as the name suggests, an idyllic retreat suited to intrepid explorers and comfort seekers alike. Nestled in the Gold Coast hinterland and located on the edge of World Heritage Listed Lamington National Park, O'Reilly's is a 90 minute drive south west of the Gold Coast and just a 2 hour drive south of Brisbane. For almost 100 years the O'Reilly family have been offering guests accommodation and eco-education amongst the lost world of ancient and subtropical rainforest.
This Gold Coast hinterland accommodation offers a range of room types from hotel-style rooms to self-contained villas. All rooms feature stunning views of the rainforest or mountains from the balcony or deck. The Mountain View Rooms are a compact, yet contemporary and comfortable retreat at the end of a day of walking and exploring. The romantics will love the Canopy Suites with their four poster beds, fire place and spa tub in the bathroom. For those wishing to self cater the Villas are decked out with everything you need, including an expansive deck with BBQ area, outdoor dining and a spa bath right on the deck.
The main attraction is of course the Lamington National Park and the stunning beauty of the subtropical rainforest. A range of bushwalks of various lengths and levels take you into the rainforest where you can experience nature up close and personal, from the giant trees to the waterfalls to the wildlife. O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat also offers a myriad of activities for guests to choose from, some complimentary and some at a charge. The team at O'Reilly's are all about educating visitors about the environment and natural habitat of the rainforest flora and fauna, as well as the history of the area. They offer complimentary bird walks, daily bird feeding, a documentary film, and the popular tree top walks comprised of a collection of suspension bridges right through the tree tops.
Guests at O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat can choose to venture further with a Segway safari tour, 4WD tour, glow worm experience or flying fox adventure. This Gold Coast hinterland accommodation also features resort facilities such as a restaurant and bar, cafe, mini mart, gift shop and infinity edge swimming pool. For those looking to fully indulge and relax the Lost World Day Spa offers a range of treatments and massages, perfect for the end of a day of experiencing the rainforest. On your way up to O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat stop in at O'Reilly's Canungra Valley Vineyards for some wine tasting and a bite for lunch.
Discover the wonder of Lamington National Park, an ancient, natural masterpiece. For your next mid-week or weekend escape O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat is the ideal destination.
Accommodation
Rooms & Suites:
All rooms feature:
- Verandah
- Clock Radio
- Iron & Ironing Board
- Bar Fridge
- Air Conditioning
Mountain View Room
43 rooms are located on retreat. These rooms are compact yet comfortable and feature air conditioning, perfect to retire to after a day of walking. There is no television or telephone in this room. Bedding is 1 Queen Bed or 1 Queen + 1 Single Bed. Maximum room capacity is 3 Adults & Children.
1 Bedroom Canopy Suite
Enjoy views overlooking the mountains from the large deck. These suites have a kitchenette with stovetop, microwave, dishwasher and fridge. Bedroom also features a king size four poster bed, a fire place and couples spa tub in the bathroom. There is no television, telephone or air conditioning in this suite. Bedding is 1 King Bed + 1 Queen Sofa Bed + 1 fold-out single ottoman. Maximum room capacity is 4 Adults & Children.
2 Bedroom Canopy Suite
The main bedroom features a king size four poster bed. These suites have a kitchenette with stovetop, microwave, dishwasher and fridge. Also feature a fire place and couples spa bath. Enjoy views overlooking the mountain ranges from the large deck. There is no television, telephone or air conditioning in this suite. Bedding is 1 King Bed + 1 King Split + 1 Queen Sofa Bed. Maximum room capacity is 6 Adults & Children.
Villas:
All rooms feature:
- Air Conditioning
- Verandah/Deck
- BBQ on the Deck
- Spa Bath on the Deck
- Fire Place
- Laundry Facilities
- Iron & Ironing Board
- Kitchen Facilities
- DVD Player
- WiFi Internet (limited)
- Television
- Telephone
- Ceiling Fan
- Clock Radio
1 Bedroom Rainforest Villa
These contemporary villas are fully self-contained. They feature stunning rainforest views from the large deck which includes a BBQ, dining area and spa tub. Bedding is 1 King Bed or King Split. Maximum room capacity is 2 Adults & Children.
1 Bedroom Valley View Villa
These contemporary villas are fully self-contained. They feature stunning valley views from the large deck which includes a BBQ, dining area and spa tub. Bedding is 1 King Bed or King Split. Maximum room capacity is 2 Adults & Children.
2 Bedroom Rainforest Villa
Ideal for families or couples travelling together, these contemporary villas are fully self-contained. They feature stunning rainforest views from the large deck which includes a BBQ, dining area and spa tub. Bedding is 2 King Beds or King Splits + 1 Queen Sofa Bed. Maximum room capacity is 6 Adults & Children.
2 Bedroom Valley View Villa
Ideal for families or couples travelling together, these contemporary villas are fully self-contained. They feature stunning valley views from the large deck which includes a BBQ, dining area and spa tub. Bedding is 2 King Beds or King Splits + 1 Queen Sofa Bed. Maximum room capacity is 6 Adults & Children.
3 Bedroom Villa
These spacious and contemporary villas are fully self-contained. They feature stunning rainforest views from the large deck which includes a BBQ, dining area and spa tub. Bedding is 3 King Beds or King Splits + 1 Queen Sofa Bed. Maximum room capacity is 8 Adults & Children.
Dining
The Rainforest Bar: Located above reception this popular bar features stunning sunset vistas over the mountains from the balcony. Enjoy a range of light snacks, pizzas and drinks by the fire place. Open from 4pm.
The Dining Room: Serving breakfast from 7am and dinner from 5.30pm daily. The Dining Room offers a great selection of food and local wine.
O'Reilly's Mountain Cafe: Open daily, a full a la carte menu is available between 11am and 2:30pm, with light options available all throughout the day. Enjoy a snack, refreshing drink or a cup of tea with scones.
Facilities
- Restaurant & Bar
- Day Spa
- Cafe
- Gift Shop
- Infinity Swimming Pool
- Mini Mart & Takeaway
- Car Parking
Activities
The following activities are free of charge:
- Tree Top Walk
- Visit the Stinson Plane
- Early Morning Bird Walk
- Daily Bird Feeding
- Walking Trails
- Waterfalls
- Daily Documentary Film
The following activities are available at a charge:
- Electronic Bikes
- Birds of Prey Show
- Sunset Experience
- Billy Tea History Tour
- Wildlife Encounter
- 4WD Tour
- Guided Walks
- Eco Rangers Kids Activity
- Segway Safari
- Glow Worm Experience
- Flying Fox Adventure
- One-on-one Wildlife Encounter
Day Spa
Lost World Spa: Feel like you've really escaped at this amazing day spa, a hidden treasure in the mountains. Enjoy a range of treatments and massages, all with the best view in the house. The Lost World Spa is closed on all Tuesdays and Christmas Day.
Getting There
O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat is a scenic 2 hour self-drive south of Brisbane and 90 minutes west of the Gold Coast.
Please note - Some online maps will take you towards Binna Burra. This is incorrect. Instead please type in Kidston Street, Canungra. Once you reach The Canungra Hotel, turn on Kidston Street off the main Road in Canungra (Nerang Beaudesert Road) as it turns into Lamington National Park Road. You will need to stay on this road as it takes you up the mountain, through the rainforest to O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat. Hint: If you pass O'Reilly's Canungra Valley Vineyards you're heading the right way. Also, please be advised that Duck Creek Road, which is an alternate 4WD road to O'Reilly's - is completely closed. Do not try and use this road to get to the Retreat.
Additional Info
Children: 0 to 12 years are free of charge when sharing with 2 adults and using existing bedding
Check In: 3.00 pm
Check Out: 11.00 am
Address: Lamington National Park Road, via Canungra, Queensland
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Customer Reviews
Average Rating
10 guest reviews
Most guests recommend for "everybody" (8 reviews)
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Fantastic
We were taken back by the stunning view we had from our villa. Very relaxing holiday for us both
Deb Nunn
16th Apr 2024
Awesome stay for the whole family
Villas and views were spectacular plenty privacy amongst others plenty for the family to do highly recommend this Australian rain forest experience
Anthony Uneddu
16th Jan 2024
O'Reilly's Retreat treetop villas
loved our stay
Margaret Knight
15th Dec 2023