O'Reilly's Guesthouse

O'Reilly's Guesthouse is a mountain lodging facility in Lamington National Park at about 930 meters elevation, surrounded by subtropical rainforest. The property includes multiple buildings and facilities spread across the grounds that provide accommodation, dining, and spaces for activities and nature observation.

The O'Reilly family converted their dairy farm into a guesthouse in 1926, creating one of the first lodging options in the remote Lamington National Park. In 1937, Bernard O'Reilly gained recognition when he helped rescue survivors of a plane crash, an event that drew attention to this isolated mountain location.

The place carries the story of the O'Reilly family who built it into a destination and shaped how people experience this remote area. Visitors come to understand how a family enterprise became tied to the identity of the national park and its conservation.

The location sits about two hours from Brisbane or ninety minutes from the Gold Coast, making it reachable for most visitors. On-site, guests can join guided nature walks, watch birds, participate in other outdoor activities, and choose from different types of accommodation.

A standout feature is the Tree Top Walk, a 180-meter suspended walkway built in 1987 that takes visitors up to 20 meters above the forest floor into the canopy level. Walking this path offers a rare view into how the rainforest is structured and where much of its life exists.

Location: Queensland

Official opening: 1912

Website: http://oreillys.com.au

GPS coordinates: -28.23120,153.13500

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:41