O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat and Lost World Spa
O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat & Mountain Villas - Gold Coast Hinterland
O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat and Mountain Villas has a rich history spanning more than 90 years, nestled in the heart of Lamington National Park in the Gold Coast Hinterland. This iconic Queensland retreat offers an extraordinary escape into ancient subtropical rainforest, just over an hour from the Gold Coast.
🌿 Facilities & Experiences
Lost World Spa
A full-service day spa set against the backdrop of ancient rainforest.
Pools
Lap pool and children's wading pool amid stunning natural surrounds.
Rainforest Walks
Guided interpretive rainforest walks through Lamington National Park.
4WD Bus Excursions
Guided 4WD tours through the national park with expert commentary.
Glow Worm & Spotlighting Walks
Evening spotlighting walks and the ever-popular glow worm walks through the rainforest.
Nightly Presentations
Audio-visual presentations and documentaries about the rainforest and its wildlife each evening.
🎈 The Hot Air Balloon Breakfast Destination
O'Reilly's Canungra Valley Vineyards - located at the base of the mountain near Canungra - is the post-flight breakfast venue for Hot Air Balloon Gold Coast's daily sunrise flights. After floating above the hinterland, guests are transported to the vineyard for a hot breakfast and a glass of sparkling wine, with the option to explore the cellar door. It's the perfect way to round off an unforgettable morning before returning to your Gold Coast accommodation.
✅ Package Inclusions
2 Nights Accommodation
Mountain View Room at O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat.
Daily Breakfast
Full hot and cold breakfast each morning in the Retreat Dining Room.
Morning & Afternoon Teas
Country-style morning and afternoon teas throughout your stay.
Early Morning Bird Walk
Guided walk at dawn through the rainforest to spot Lamington's remarkable birdlife.
Evening Presentation
Nightly audio-visual presentation about the rainforest, its wildlife and history.
Hot Air Balloon Adventure
Sunrise balloon flight with hot breakfast and sparkling wine at O'Reilly's Canungra Valley Vineyards.
Lamington National Park
Full access to the national park - treetop walk, bushwalking, bird feeding and watching, and day tour activities.
The Lost World Spa
Access to the full-service day spa set within the rainforest surrounds.
Onsite Dining & Venues
The Retreat Dining Room, Rainforest Bar, Mountain Café & Gifts all onsite.
🎁 Gift Vouchers Available
O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat gift vouchers are available - a perfect present for nature lovers, couples or families looking for an unforgettable hinterland escape.
Phone: O'Reilly's Guesthouse on +61 7 5502 4911
Web: www.oreillys.com.au
Directions from the Gold Coast Hinterland
Staying at O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat
Popular with locals and International visitors - A stay at O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat - whether it's for a wedding, health retreat, spa, getaway or conference, combined with a hot air balloon ride, is the ideal combination.
Please know, that the hot air balloons do take off daily in the Canungra Valley. This has the best suited weather for flying hot air balloons.
Balloons do not take of at Tamborine Mountain itself. When the balloons are up and flying there are wonderful views of Tamborine Mountain and Lamington National Park but the actual launch sites for your hot air balloon ride, is a 48 minute drive from O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat.
Many choose to do their hot air balloon ride first, then after a morning of ballooning and the vineyard breakfast at Canungra Valley Vineyard, owned by O'Reilly's, it's easy to drive up Tamborine Mt, to check out O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat and experience a relaxing afternoon soaking in all the O'Reilly's has to offer.
Door to door transfers are not available for balloon rides from O'Reilly's Rainforeast Retreat. Group return transfers for balloon rides from O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat are available. Please call us to tailor your wedding, family or conference group itinerary for you, on 07 5636 1508.
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