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Lookout Mountain Retreat

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Dorrigo National Park

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Fireplace
TV
Dinner served
Property grounds
Triple Room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$238
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 26 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 26 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 49 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
15 Maynards Plains Road, Dorrigo Mountain, NSW, 2453

What's nearby

  • Crystal Shower Falls Walk Trailhead - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dorrigo National Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Skywalk Lookout - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Griffiths Lookout - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Dangar Falls - 8 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Coffs Harbour, NSW (CFS) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dorrigo Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Components Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tallowood Tuckerbox - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Food Angel Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hickory Wholefoods - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Lookout Mountain Retreat

Motel near Griffiths Lookout
Located close to Dangar Falls and Dorrigo National Park, Lookout Mountain Retreat provides a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. The on-site restaurant, In Room Meal Options, serves dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and conference space.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A reception hall, luggage storage and barbecues
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Decks/patios, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • In Room Meal Options

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 689 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 6:00 AM and 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 65.0 per stay.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 6:00 AM and 7:00 AM
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 65.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lookout Mountain Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lookout Mountain Retreat?

As of 5 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lookout Mountain Retreat on 7 Aug 2025 start from NZ$238.39, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Lookout Mountain Retreat?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lookout Mountain Retreat?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 6:00 AM to 7:00 AM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Lookout Mountain Retreat?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Lookout Mountain Retreat located?

Situated in the mountains, this motel is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Griffiths Lookout, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Dorrigo National Park and Dangar Falls. New England National Park is 18.6 mi (29.9 km) away.

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Lookout Mountain Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 252 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 252 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 252 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 252 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 252 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet hotel at the top of the range. Good for a night stopover
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, bit pricey for 1 night
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great spot, helpful staff. Simple rooms but tidy and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Manolis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This was my first motel stay and it wasn’t to my usual standard. Accommodation requires modernisation (furniture and fabric), and some exterior lighting to be more welcoming after dark.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular mountain views. Close to quiet quaint town and Dangar falls and Dorrigo national park
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

1 night in Dorrigo

A unique location in a quiet but beautiful area of Dorrigo
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Shane

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely view, quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Antonio

Liked: Staff & service
Lack of bar options and assistance
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an unexpected gem of a hotel. The rooms could have been slightly nicer (maybe some art on the walls or something to brighten the space)? That’s my only complaint. Otherwise, the WiFi worked great, the staff super friendly and the area was well taken care of and very relaxing. I stayed for only one night while passing through the area but can see returning if spending a week exploring the nearby parks and waterfalls.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Alisha the host was fantastic. Very friendly and helpful. Room was great . Views fantastic. With the added bonus of the beautiful Fallow Deer. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sanjeev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, serene atmosphere, quite & comfy rooms with all facilities.

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location suited our travel plans, Ben was very helpful and made excellent omelettes!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Sasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice location Overall very good but needs better water pressure in amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Vivian

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stop
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiong We

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place for a quiet and peaceful retreat at Dorrigo. Excellent view. Short distance to town and to scenic sites including waterfalls. Griffith lookout is only a few minutes' drive away and a fabulous view of the Great Dividing Range - during sunrise or sunset.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy mountain top retreat.

Great spot to enjoy the Dorrigo mountains and waterfalls. Spacious room with bright washroom and many amenities for a comfortable stay, including nice bed and Lazyboy chairs! The Bellingen Pasta dinner on Friday/Saturday night is delicious and handy, as there are no cooking facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

JONATHAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Lovely motel in country setting

Last-minute booking for an overnight stay. The accommodation offers a motel-style layout with some recent renovations. While the setting is picturesque and tranquil, the soundproofing between rooms is inadequate, allowing conversations from adjacent rooms to be easily heard.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

GEOFFREY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Work in Progress at a Great Location

Great location and staff however it's an older property and has a few issues ie the hot water system needs upgrading. Rooms are being progressively updated to a higher standard.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Check out the sunrise

The place location allows you to wake up everyday to a marvellous landscape, colorful and full of life. My wife is a frog and general wildlife enthusiast, so she got to experience all of it right outside the doorstep.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Anne Maree

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property needs updating and a lot of money spent to bring it up to the ambience of the area. It was a bed and shower. Did not like the deer being kept in such a small area!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay if you like nice mountain views and easy access to Dorrigo National Park. The room was very comfortable, with two recliners and an electric blanket on the bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, lovely staff, nice restaurant and food, reasonable proximity to Dorrigo. Would stay there again. Thank you Phil and Wayne
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The rooms are sufficiently clean. The restaurant on site is only open on Fridays and Saturdays. There is no cafe at the property. The closest shops are at Dorrigo town centre about a 7 min drive from the property with a number of good options, a pie shop, deli/ cafes and the local pub has a diverse menu using fresh produce. Location is convenient to waterfalls, walking trails and picturesque lookouts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and the service was excellent they were very friendly and nothing was a problem. The view was exceptional over the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022