Binna Burra Lodge Queensland | Lamington National Park
An eco-lodge, tiny houses, and campground perched in the treetops above the Numinbah Valley
Why we like it
Binna Burra is a 1930s mountain lodge that lost nearly everything to bushfire in 2019 and came back with safari tents and tiny wild houses.
It sits on the edge of World Heritage-listed Lamington National Park, in the Gold Coast Hinterland, among ancient Gondwana rainforest.
It was the first Australian property to earn Green Globe certification, so the eco-credentials are real.
The 2019 fire took the main lodge and 42 of the 43 original timber cabins, but the Sky Lodges, the old barn and Groom’s Cottage survived. Staying here also supports a very determined rebuild.
Additional info
Binna Burra is rebuilding in stages, so the stay you book depends on what’s open.
It’s about 90 minutes from Brisbane and a bit over an hour from the Gold Coast, and the final stretch is a winding mountain road. Allow time, and let the scenery do its job.
Features:
Where?
Lamington National ParkState
QueenslandWho we recommend it for
Bushwalkers, nature lovers and anyone who wants their rainforest with a hot shower and a cold drink.Bedrooms
The sleeping options range from “wake up to birdsong” to “wake up to birdsong, but fancier.”
Sky Lodges: The award-winning luxury option. Studios and one- to three-bedroom apartments with views across the Numinbah Valley. The TVs hide behind panelled doors, a small act of mercy for people who came to look at trees.
Safari Tents: Rebuilt east-facing so the sunrise comes over the rainforest to you, with a deck and breakfast bar built from upcycled local farm materials. It’s glamping with excellent posture.
Tiny Wild Houses: Six compact rebuilt hideaways for people who like their rainforest close and their floor plan cosy.
Campsites and bunkroom cabins: Tent and vehicle sites, plus bunkrooms for groups. This is the original Binna Burra spirit, minus the stiff neck if you pick the bunks.
Things to do nearby
Nearly everything here starts at the trailhead, so wear sensible shoes and leave the heels at home.
Hike: Walks leave from Binna Burra into Lamington National Park, with rainforest, waterfalls and caves all within reach on a day’s walk. Coomera Falls is a popular one.
Spot wildlife: Birds and small marsupials turn up on the grounds, and early risers do best.
Go on a guided walk: The lodge works with local guides and citizen science groups, which is handy if you’d rather someone else read the map.
Do nothing: Hammock, view, repeat.
Food and drink
You won’t go hungry or thirsty, and the setting does half the work.
Groom’s Cottage, the original Groom family home, has been turned into a walker’s pub-style bar, so a post-hike drink comes with an actual sense of history.
There’s also the Tea House for a proper rainforest cuppa and something sweet.
The hinterland is a long way from takeaway, so pack snacks for the hungry and check dining hours before you arrive.
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