Hotel di Natural Bridge

This was my 2nd time staying at the Binna Burra Sky Lodges, after the bushfires hit the Binna Burra Lodge in 2019. It was fortunate that the Sky Lodges seemed relatively unscathed by the bushfires that ravaged the park. The Sky Lodges are beautifully furnished, with lots of beverages, utensils, laundry facilities and a spa bath. The only limiting aspect of service is that there were no bathroom slippers provided to shield our feet from the stone cold floor. Due to unforeseen work circumstances, a personal friend who was supposed to drive us up to the Sky Lodge, and accompany us on a bush walk had to cancel on us about a week before our booking. I called the property hotline and Lodge duty manager, Pip was really responsive to recommend a private transport operator to ferry us up from Nerang Train Station to Binna Burra and back. As we arrived at Binna Burra, I was surprised to find that the check-in for the Binna Burra Sky Lodges has moved to the Teahouse, which is about 200-300 metres down the road from where the Sky Lodges were located. Thankfully, we had an awesome duty manager, Justine who allayed our concerns- allowing us to deposit our bags as we embarked on a hike to Daves Creek Circuit. She also had to manage and deal with my unreasonable, demanding father who dropped out early in the hike and hounded her for our whereabouts when we were uncontactable due to poor signal reception. When we checked-in at reception, Justine provided exceptional customer service by driving us up to the Sky Lodges and porting our heavy bags into the room. She also approved of us checking-out by leaving our keys in room, instead of having to lug all our belongings down to reception.

We were quite disappointed with our stay at O'Reillys. Firstly we didn't realise how far away the villas were from the main retreat. Nothing on the website prepared us for that. It meant us driving every time we headed to the dining area and the activiities. And there was no parking for the villa guests up at the retreat, so it was always a walk from the day visitors car park. We enjoyed the sunset tour, that was the only good experience we had. The wildlife encounter was very poor, and glad that it was included in our package, because if we paid extra for that, we would have been complaining on the spot. The bird of prey presentation was very good, but having to pay for the chance to put the bird on our arms was excessive, since we took the photos ourselves. I understand that these beautiful animals are expensive to keep and feed, but the presentation was another activity that was charged extra for most guests. That should have been included. We did pay for the experience, but it is a shame that we had to. The dining room was dark and dingy and very outdated, and needs lots of love and serious renovation. Looking out the windows from the restaurant, it is very dirty and cobwebs in those areas, it looks awful. Simple to fix those kind of things. The food was quite good. Service was good from staff. The villas themselves were very nice, but so bland. There were shelves with nothing on them at all, no information on the area or the national park. No artwork on the walls and because of the completley overgrown bush, it was dark. it felt so clinical and unwelcoming. There was no view from our balcony as it was totally surrounded by the bush. This was just another disapointment for us. The retreat reception and general areas were like visiting a time capsule, and while I appreciate rustic, there was nothing appealing about this experience. My one spot review was for the food and the sunset tour only, I don't feel that anything else deserved a good review.

With a stay at Mt Warning Rainforest Park in Mount Warning, you'll be 22.3 mi (35.8 km) from Springbrook National Park and 29.4 mi (47.3 km) from Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. This holiday park is within the region of The Star Gold Coast and Surfers Paradise Beach.Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this holiday park include complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of Mt Warning Rainforest Park.The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 15 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and ovens. LCD televisions along with DVD players are provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include microwaves and electric kettles.

With a stay at The Imperial Hotel in Murwillumbah, you'll be a 1-minute walk from Tweed River Regional Art Gallery and 7 minutes by foot from Tweed Regional Aquatic Centre. This hotel is 15.7 mi (25.3 km) from Springbrook National Park and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Tropical Fruit World.This hotel offers designated smoking areas.At The Imperial Hotel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 29 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and 32-inch Smart televisions are provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include electric kettles and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Located in Flying Fox, Country Mile Escape is in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Canungra State Forest and Canungra Conservation Park. This apartment is 25.5 mi (41 km) from Springbrook National Park and 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk.Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as a picnic area.Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 3 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops. Flat-screen televisions along with DVD players are provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers.

With a stay at Gold Coast Tree Houses in Austinville, you'll be in the mountains, within a 10-minute drive of Springbrook National Park and Gondwana Rainforests of Australia. This tree house is 14.5 mi (23.3 km) from The Star Gold Coast and 16.1 mi (25.9 km) from Cavill Avenue.Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. This tree house also features a picnic area and gas grills.Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 6 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is available. Bathrooms have hair dryers and bathrobes. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles.

Located in Beechmont, Beechmont Estate is in a national park, a 1-minute drive from Gondwana Rainforests of Australia and 6 minutes from Green Mountains. This upscale country house is 27.6 mi (44.4 km) from Springbrook National Park and 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Rosins Lookout Conservation Park.Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. Additional features at this country house include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.At Beechmont Estate, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.This country house has 2 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 20 air-conditioned rooms featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Conveniences include separate sitting areas and minibars (stocked with some free items), and housekeeping is provided daily.

Located in Sarabah, Greenlee Cottages is in the mountains, a 1-minute drive from Sarabah Estate Vineyard and 6 minutes from Sarabah National Park. This cottage is 27.9 mi (44.9 km) from Springbrook National Park and 6.8 mi (11 km) from Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk.Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a lazy river or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this cottage include complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.A complimentary English breakfast is served daily from 4:00 AM to 1:00 PM.Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 4 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

With a stay at Hillcrest Mountain View Retreat in Upper Crystal Creek, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Crystal Creek Miniatures and Numinbah Nature Reserve. This luxury bed & breakfast is 21.7 mi (34.9 km) from Springbrook National Park and 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Gondwana Rainforests of Australia.Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool. Additional features at this bed & breakfast include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 3 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

When you stay at Worendo Cottages in Darlington, you'll be 5 minutes by car from Gondwana Rainforests of Australia. This cottage is 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from Jingeri Nature Refuge and 13.8 mi (22.2 km) from Mount Chinghee National Park.Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this cottage include a picnic area and barbecue grills.Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 5 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions with satellite programming are available for your entertainment, and DVD players are also provided. Bathrooms have jetted bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.