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Reviews of O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat 3 stars

Lamington National Park Road via Canungra, 4275 Canungra, Australia

#9 of 12 hotels in Canungra

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 700 hotel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    7.7

  • Free WiFi

    7.7

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  • Reviewed: 1 September 2025

    9.0
    Great location, great accommodation and great stay to find rest and relaxation
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Villa with Valley View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Options on the buffet dinner were limited and not worth the cost of the meal- we were disappointed with our meal

    Accommodation and location were great. We enjoy the birdlife and walks and the restful nature of the venue

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2025

    8.0
    Beautiful place, better suited to the more active person who can make the most of the walking in the National Park
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some of the accommodation is quite far from the central dining room and accessible only by stairs. Unfortunately this was not suitable for my elderly parents (partly my fault for not phoning ahead), however, the staff did manage to change their room for one more accessible only day two. The food there is quite expensive, and the activities are also expensive so be prepared to pay extra for everything you do on top of your accommodation.

    Beautiful rainforest location, spacious rooms, a range of activities offered in addition to the walks. The roof top bar has magnificent views and serves a very good pizza.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2025

    9.0
    Amazing place, remote on a mountain in the rainforest
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice en-suite studio room with comfortable beds and fantastic views over the rainforest from the balcony. Amazing location. The infinity pool and spa area were great, wood fires in the main building library and bar were cosy in the evening, and there are amazing walks through the rainforest directly from the hotel. Wished we could have stayed longer.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2025

    8.0
    A unique and very special stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room needs some updating - we had a few issues with the door access and toilet flushing. Very cold tiled floor in the bathroom. Bed too soft. All minor but could be better. It was hard to dry wet clothes (due to rain) in the room. Air conditioning not very effective and it was chilly. Staff a little indifferent sometimes but generally smiley and professional. Breakfast buffet ($40 AUS each) quite pricey - and, cheeky to charge $6 for barista coffees on top!

    The location is very special and unique. On a good day, the views are superb. We had a Mountain View and it was amazing. Good food offerings and cosy rooms. Really good activities, including the afternoon tea and bird walk, as well as a talk by a jiournalist about the Stinson disaster. The manager’s welcome, with local sparkling wine, also good. Lovely to see so many stunning birds all over. We did the Towona Trek and the Border Track from Binna Burra - both great but due to rain, quite boggy. Still, peaceful and remote. Some local walks, such as the Treetop Walk, are great. Definitely worth exploring. The outdoor infinity pool by the villas is certainly worth the walk down. We ate great dinner in the Rainforest Bar and had wholesome breakfasts in the main dining room.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    There could have been a chair & little table inside for convenience, and a bin in the room not just the bathroom

    The seating on the balconies was nice, with all the birds

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Easy booking and communication Friendly ambience

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2025

    9.0
    Overall the stay was fabulous well done O'Reillys
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Villa with Valley View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The villas were a further distance away from main eating area than I realized difficult to walk back in the dark after dinner needs more lighting to see where going and more signage on walking tracks to make sure we are going in the correct direction

    We liked the atmosphere the friendly and helpful staff the food was fantastic and reasonably priced clean and comfortable the wildlife and extra activities

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Weather was a bit rough.room amenities not satisfactory

    Place is nice.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2025

    9.0
    Cosy winter getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A few places starting to look a little tired. Heater in the room had to work overtime to keep us warm due to the very cold weather. Fridge was quite small.

    The bed was very comfortable. Room was really close to main building so didn't have to walk far for drinks or food. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Meal portions were quite large, so you definitely did not go hungry 😋

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2025

    7.0
    Great setting but devil is in the detail guys....
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Villa with Rainforest View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Need to pay more attention to the detail. Taps drip, building materials evident, handle missing on bedroom cupboard etc.

    Setting

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2025

    8.0
    Amazing location and friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Food

    Amazing location. Staff are very friendly

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2025

    8.0
    Family get-together
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Villa with Valley View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bbq wasn't working properly. Reception staff were a bit offhand when I mentioned this as if it were a trivial complaint, but we had planned for bbqs both nights, so to have to shift to the thin-based frying pan was a bit disappointing. Family from the main guest house joined us both nights, so 7 for dinner meant cooking had to be done in shifts.

    The location is hard to beat. Walks exceeded the best of my memories from many trips to Green Mountains. Good to have a villa to gather in comfort after a big day out.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2025

    7.0
    A nice visit
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room had no sound proofing. I could hear everything next door even down to the tiny sounds like a can of soft drink being opened and a phone vibrating on silent. The balcony door also rattled in the wind. I didn’t get much sleep and there was no chance for a sleep in due to the cleaners wheeling around super early.

    Staff were friendly, location is amazing of course and the food was really delicious. I enjoyed the buffet breakfast and also a yummy pizza for dinner. Bed was comfy.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2025

    9.0
    We were 8 people in our party and had a really wonderful time . We love O'reillys !
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Villa with Rainforest View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The BBQ on both villas did not work but we just cooked inside instead.

    We ate at the villa most times because we were 8 people , but went to the cafe for brekky the one day - it was excellent!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 June 2025

    9.0
    It was a very enjoyable time and we found especially the tour staff and avain handlers very good.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Villa with Rainforest View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    We would have liked to sample the dining room but felt the buffet dinner @ $70 was too dear.

    We didn’t eat at the restaurant for breakfast or dinner as we brought our own food as the kitchen was well equipped.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2025

    9.0
    Beautiful location with a lot of walking trails, wildlife and activities.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Comfortable room with lovely views over the mountains. Helpful staff, excellent guides. Recommend the glow worm excursion!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2025

    9.0
    Comfortable accomodation, friendly caring staff in lovely environment .
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Villa with Rainforest View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Having to drive and park to go to dinner.

    The apartment was spacious comfortable and self contained .

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2025

    9.0
    Friendly, relaxing, accommodation in a Visually stunning location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wish we had more time at this location. The view is stunning. Loved the family history and the fact that family members still work there. Our room, while dated, was clean and comfortable. Loved the morning bird feeding walk. Definitely want to come back for a longer stay and do some of the bushwalks and use the pools. We were only here for a quick stop.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The actives were well managed and very informative

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2025

    8.0
    Stayed in Mountain View villa and you Felt top of the world!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa with Valley View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The history, fabulous views, great experience from start to finish!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2025

    7.0
    Thoroughly enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Easy going helpful and laid back no pressure

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2025

    9.0
    Gorgeous views relaxing stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Villa with Valley View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Great view. Spa was lovely. Peaceful.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2025

    9.0
    A great place to experience the rainforest and connect with nature
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Good food and friendly staff, easy access to the trails.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2025

    8.0
    Enjoyed
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The mattress needed to be spun around so that our heads weren’t lower than our feet (we slept upside down and to fix this). The shutters in the room needed to be reconfigured (one was on the wrong track and meant we couldn’t see all of the view).

    Buffet dinner was very enjoyable (and expensive). The buffet breakfast was alright, very good omelettes, homemade jams and nice baked beans (expensive). The view from our room was beautiful. The welcome talk in the afternoon was excellent to hear the history!! The staff were excellent the whole stay!! Great birds/wildlife. The treetop walk is always great.

    Stayed in April 2025

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