Mt Mulligan Station, Mount Mulligan, Queensland 4871 Australia
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With the backdrop of its majestic 18-kilometre long sandstone namesake, Mt Mulligan Lodge offers laid-back luxury in the rugged outback environment of Queensland and is the newest member of the Luxury Lodges of Australia. Located on a 28,000-hectare working cattle station, Mt Mulligan Lodge invites just 28 guests to experience the spirit of the outback through a captivating landscape that’s steeped in indigenous significance dating back 37,000 years. The expansive property bears the marks of the historic gold and coal rush and in its current operation, the pastoral history of Australia. A range of experiences have been designed to make the surrounding landscape and its fascinating history. These include exploration of the historic Mount Mulligan coal mine and abandoned township, guided tours of Tyrconnell Gold Mine, all-terrain vehicle (ATV) adventures, chef-prepared picnic hampers, barramundi fishing, scenic helicopter flights, guided nature walks and the chance to experience the operations of a working cattle station. Mt Mulligan Lodge is accessible via a 35-minute helicopter flight or 2.5-hour 4WD adventure from Cairns.
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We had an amazing stay at Mount Mulligan lodge - this is truly a first class operation. We self drove and were greeted at the lodge with smiles, cool towels, champagne and canapes. Even though we arrived before check in, our luxury safari style tent was already ready for us and we were offered lunch. We were a little worried about staying here with our 5 year old son but it was perfect for families as well as couples - the daily included tours were great for both kids and adults alike, and the infinity pool, kayaking on the weir and nature trails kept us entertained all day. A particular hit was the golf cart you get to drive around the property - our son loved getting driving lessons in it! The food was plentiful and delicious. Breakfast includes freshly squeezed fruit juice, smoothy shots, fruit platter and choice of cooked breakfast from an a la carte menu. Lunch is family style, usually consisting of 5 or 6 dishes to share in your group. Dinner is three courses plus bread / appetiser. The included drinks are also generous and well selected - sparkling wines, white + red wines , beers, cider, spirits... along with soft drinks and mixers. We loved being able to help ourselves whenever we wanted. Probably the only negative for us was that the tent got oppressively hot during the day (even with aircon) - but wasn't really an issue as we were always either on a tour or hanging around the lodge. And saving the best for last - the staff were all absolutely amazing!! Friendly and always willing to go the extra mile - nothing was ever a problem - good old fashioned but casual hospitality. We didn't get to say a final farewell and thank you to everyone - but hope they all see this. Thank you for the wonderful stay and memories which will last a lifetime.…
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 22 Oct 2023
Dear Bronnie, The champagne welcome really sets the tone for the rest of your stay, doesn’t it? Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a detailed review. You’ve covered so many of the details of the lodge and your feedback helps future travellers know what to expect when staying with us. And thank you for acknowledging the hard work of our staff at the lodge, as you know, nothing is too much trouble for our guests. Please be assured that we have passed your feedback around the temperature of the tent on to management for consideration. We’re so pleased that your memories of Mount Mulligan will last a lifetime, it truly is the most magical place that must be experienced to be understood. We hope to welcome you back to our outback oasis soon. Best regards,
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We just loved our stay at Mt Mulligan. The setting is beautiful. Rooms are fabulous, spacious and perfectly appointed. Staff are amazing, nothing is too much trouble and they all go out of their way to ensure you have the most memorable time. Our guides Chrissy and Simone were so passionate about the area and it’s history which made each experience an absolute joy! Food is delicious and beautifully presented. I cannot recommend Mount Mulligan highly enough.
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Responded 15 Sept 2022
Hi 541sharonf, Thank you for the 5-star review and the kind words. The tour team at the lodge are incredibly knowledgeable about the local history and very talented at making every experience enjoyable. We hope to welcome you back again soon.
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Myself and my husband started off our honeymoon at Mt Mulligan for two nights in one of the outback tents. It was the perfect start to our trip and exceeded our expectations completely! The staff were absolutely incredible - they were attentive, welcoming and extremely personable. The food was impeccable. We did the Myra Myra sunset experience, organised by Nieve and it was amazing. On top of the other tours that were also great. The tents are awesome, the beds are super comfy, aircon is great and it’s nice to sleep with the front canvas open. Would recommend Mt Mulligan Lodge over and over again, we can’t wait to return one day!
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 18 Oct 2023
Dear Shelby, What a wonderful way to start the rest of your lives together! There’s just something magic about Mount Mulligan isn’t there? We’re so pleased to hear that your stay in one of our outback tents completely exceeded your expectations. Sunset at Myra Myra is the perfect experience to take in your surrounds with a loved one. The team at the lodge work tirelessly to create an unforgettable experience for our guests and we’re so glad to hear you point this out, thank you for acknowledging the hard work of the team. We cannot wait to welcome you back for many years to come. Warm regards,
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Mount Mulligan Lodge is an absolutely majestic place to stay. The location itself, with the Mount Mulligan escarpment looming large in front of the Lodge and the surrounding bush and billabong is quintessentially Australian and feels very much like a sacred, spiritual place in the same way that Uluru does. The area is rich in Australian pioneering history and we were excited to discover many insights and tales about the people who had been brave enough to come out here in the last 2 centuries and try their luck at mining or mustering. The staff were incredible, the food plentiful and just as you'd expect at any fine dining establishment, and the range of activities kept you as busy as you would like. Gold & coal mine tours, ATV adventures, kayaking, fishing, hiking, swimming, listening to bird song, lounging by the pool or simply enjoying the comfort of your impeccable accomodation. We stayed in the Outback Room as we wanted to bath on the decking, and the room was spacious, comfortable, and well appointed in every way. The communal area at the lodge was very inviting and we also enjoyed their other spaces such as the Firepit for evening drinks, and the rustic Sundowner Bar with spectacular views of My Mulligan. All enjoyed with the other guests staying at the lodge simultaneously to us. Even this was lovely - the opportunity to appreciate the location with the other travellers who were there with us. The team of guides and hospitality staff were all incredibly personable, attending to our every need, and sharing stories about the area and themselves. The Lodge makes it conducive for guests to mingle as much as they like, whilst still affording them privacy if that was their preference. We were treated kindly by so many of the team at Mount Mulligan - Corey, Chrissie, Nieve, Heather, Katy & Sven, just to name but a few. A real highlight was the Sunrise hike we did up Mount mulligan to a serene waterhole exclusive to us. The beauty of the location is beyond words. We had a lot of fun driving the ATV's on the property as part of their tours, and zipping around in our Golf buggies when we our bellies were full and we were too lazy to walk! An absolutely world-class establishment. Highly recommended for anyone after a luxury outback experience.…
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 19 Sept 2023
Dear Adventurer621773, Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely and detailed five-star review! We are incredibly fortunate to be located in the shadows of the majestic Ngarrabullgan (Mount Mulligan), a sacred place so rich in history. The staff work tirelessly to ensure every guest experiences all that this luxurious lodge has to offer, so thank you for acknowledging our team at the lodge and how enjoyable and informative you found the tours, it’s a testament to the hard work the of the team. Nothing is too much trouble for our guests, our team at the lodge work passionately to create an unforgettable experience for our guests and tailor meals to each guest specifically with our ‘Personalise Your Stay’ form. We hope to welcome you back to our outback retreat soon! Best regards,
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One of the best places in the world. Top-notch resort where extraordinary people create a super-relaxed atmosphere with the highest level of hospitality we have ever experienced. Outstanding food quality, perfect rooms and the surroundings are breathtaking.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 15 Aug 2023
One of the best places in the world – wow! Thank you for leaving us such a lovely review. Nothing is too much trouble for our guests and the team at the lodge work tirelessly to create an unforgettable experience for our guests, so it’s lovely to hear you point out that it’s the highest level of hospitality you’ve ever experienced. We hope to welcome you back to our outback retreat soon!
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Breathtaking site, beautiful architecture and wonderful staff The lodge sits at the bottom of a massive cliff with uninterrupted view of the stone wall. At sun rise, the contrast between the blue skies and the orange cliffs is just stunning. The main lodge and the rooms are beautiful. The main lodge is built with recycled beams from the sydney harbor piers: the beams are notched, worn and marked by their history, giving the building character and strength. The sidings of the building are calcínated using the Japanese technique to protect them from borers and mold. The black glossy finish is perfect for the location. The bedrooms are equally luxurious. Large, super comfortable with a full view of the mountains. The bathrooms are spacious, stone clad and would not be out of place at an Aman resort. We were fed three times a day, with free access to the bar and wine fridges. The food was delicious, fusion with references to the outback: local spices and herbs, flowers. The breakfast omelette with black truffle is perfect… We did a degustation dinner and could not finish our plates, to our great chagrin. The proposed activities allowed to discover the topology of the station: savanna and dry hills, woods and dry river beds. We went through an ATV tour, hiked on our own and woke up early to hike before sunrise to an secret water fall and swimming hole. We went to see the cattle being herded to an other location. The dogs were super friendly, the staff as silent and strong as you would expect, and the cows and calves beautiful. Clearly, we loved the place and wished everyone could have the privilege to stay there once in a lifetime. But what made the stay unforgettable, above and beyond the site, the food, the architecture et the activities was the staff. James the manager is present, available and engaged. Chrissie, the experience manager and our guide was warm, friendly and with an irresistible laugh. The crew of young foreigners who was waiting on us were impeccable and incredibly friendly. And in fact, what made the experience unforgettable was the staff, whose only purpose is clearly to make us happy. They succeeded beautifully. We hugged everyone when we left and sincerely felt we had made connections with very special people.…
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Take the helicopter ride. Well worth it. The scenery from Cairns is worth seeing from above
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Responded 14 Aug 2023
Hi Francois, Wow – what an exceptional review! Thank you so much for taking the time to communicate your experience with us in such beautiful detail. You’ve perfectly summed up the whole Mulligan experience! Nothing is too much trouble for our guests, the staff work tirelessly to ensure every guest experiences all that this luxurious lodge has to offer, so thank you for acknowledging our lodge team and how enjoyable and enjoyable you found the tours, it’s a testament to the hard work the of the team and it’s so wonderful to hear about the life long connections you’ve made with the team. We hope to welcome you back to our outback retreat again soon. Warm regards,
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Magnificent environment and views of the amazing Mt Mulligan range which changed colours at different times of day with sunlight. Stayed in the “Eco tents” which were amazing and added the final touch to being closer to the wild. Fantastic food and service at the lodge. Amazing experiences including spending time on “the muster”.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Avoid wet season. The drive from Cairns is easily do-able in 2.5 hours. Bringing hiking boots for...
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Responded 14 Aug 2023
Hi Peter, Thank you for sharing your ‘fantastic weekend getaway’! We are incredibly fortunate to be located in the shadows of the majestic Ngarrabullgan (Mount Mulligan) with so much history dating back 37,000 years. We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay with us in the Queensland outback and that you were lucky enough to experience a muster, it’s truly a once in a lifetime experience. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Cheers,
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This is definitely luxury in the wild. We loved everything about this place. The staff welcomed us warmly and they all continued to be exceptional throughout our stay. Nothing was a problem and they usually seemed to anticipate what you needed first. We loved the activities which are arranged by the helpful team. We were lucky and got to see the quarterly muster. The sunrise trip is worth it even though it’s an early morning. There are also plenty of walks to do of varying length and fitness level. The food is simply spectacular and everything we ate was amazing. They cater for every weird and wonderful diet (I heard some really strange ones). Just let them know before - they contact you several time before you arrive to make sure all your needs are met which is impressive. The background of the place is stunning. We stayed in a lux tent as we wanted that experience but the rooms looked beautiful too. Everyone gets stunning mountain views. I would without hesitation recommend this place. We will be back for sure.…
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Be prepared to go with the flow and enjoy whatever is on offer
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Responded 14 Aug 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely five-star review. "Luxury in the wild" - what a perfect description! We are so pleased to hear that your stay was exceptional on every level! We are incredibly fortunate to be located in the shadows of the majestic Ngarrabullgan (Mount Mulligan) where nothing is too much trouble for our guests. The team at the lodge work tirelessly to create an unforgettable experience for our guests including tailoring meals to each guest specifically with our ‘Personalise Your Stay’ form. It’s wonderful to hear how much you loved the food and the activities on offer, and that you were lucky enough to experience a quarterly muster! It truly is a once in a lifetime experience. We look forward to welcoming you back to our outback retreat again soon!
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I'm not quite sure where to start however...........what an incredible experience and adventure I've just had while staying at Mt Mulligan Lodge. The tours were so much fun with experienced, welcoming and knowledge guides who filled us in with not only the history of the mine disaster, but with the indigenous culture, beliefs, bush tucker, history and generational stories passed down by the elders.. The ATV tour to the south face of Mt Mulligan is filled with breath taking scenery, while the freedom of the trails driving the ATVs through the savannah is exhilarating. The landscape is to absolutely die for and the guides knowledge of the mountain range is both informative with history and geological facts. The knowledge of Mt Mulligan township and coal mining history is captivating and incredibly informative. A tour not to be missed. The lodge, with it's 5 star meals, attention to detail and the extra touches thrown in certainly adds to the experience. Each and every staff member have incredible personal skills, which makes them excel with their immaculate service and attention to detail in their care of guests. It's not all about fun, food and adventure though, as there is ample opportunity to relax in the breathtaking, inviting and luxurious surrounds. Two words to describe my experience...................Truly memorable …
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Responded 16 July 2023
Hi Yvonne, Wow! Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely five-star review. We are so pleased to hear that you found your time with us to be ‘truly memorable’. The staff work tirelessly to ensure every guest experiences all that this luxurious lodge has to offer, so thank you for acknowledging our lodge team and how enjoyable and informative you found the tours, it’s a testament to the hard work the of the team. Nothing is too much trouble for our guests, our team at the lodge work passionately to create an unforgettable experience for our guests and tailor meals to each guest specifically with our ‘Personalise Your Stay’ form and can cater dishes to each of the guests. We are incredibly fortunate to be located in the shadows of the majestic Ngarrabullgan (Mount Mulligan) with so much history dating back 37,000 years. You’ve perfectly summed up the whole Mulligan experience! We hope to welcome you back to our outback retreat again soon. Warm regards,
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We had a memorable stay at this truly unique spot. It is a beautiful spot, quite remote and very peaceful. It accommodates only 20 guests in very spacious individual cabins, with lovely big balconies and spectacular views over the weir to the mountain range beyond. The food is great and our specific dietary requirements were very carefully met. I would strongly recommend this place.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 19 June 2023
Hi Skye, Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely five-star review. We are so pleased to hear that you had such a memorable stay with us. We are incredibly fortunate to be located in the shadows of the majestic Ngarrabullgan (Mount Mulligan) with so much history dating back 37,000 years. Nothing is too much trouble for our guests, the team at the lodge work tirelessly to create an unforgettable experience for our guests including tailoring meals to each guest specifically with our ‘Personalise Your Stay’ form. We hope to welcome you back to our outback retreat again soon. Warm regards,
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USD 849 - USD 1,585 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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What are some of the property amenities at Mount Mulligan Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a pool, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Mount Mulligan Lodge?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and a lounge during their stay.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Mount Mulligan Lodge?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Mount Mulligan Lodge have airport transportation?
Yes, Mount Mulligan Lodge offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.