Cheap Motels in Boonah

The most common & popular places (a.k.a points of interests) here in Boonah are:

• Mount French National Park
• Scenic Rim Brewery
• Kooroomba Vineyards and Lavender Farm
• Boonah Country Markets
• Templin Historical Village
• Bunjurgen Estate Vineyard

World Environment Day celebrates all things environmental with artisan stalls, displays, discussions, workshops, food, and more. There is a multi-prize raffle and live entertainment. Visitors are asked to bring their own bags and water bottles or purchase them at the festival as this is a plastic-free event. Food vendors use real crockery and cutlery, or you can bring your own. Organic waste is composted, and entry is a gold coin donation. The Internet can be spotty in the area, so guests are also encouraged to ring cash. The festival is held at 4001 Ipswich Boonah Road.

Dance off the dust at the Big Night Out Bush Dance benefitting the Boonah District Kindergarten. There is a live auction, games for all ages, and great entertainment. Enjoy great food while you dance the night away for a good cause. The event is held at Simon’s Tavern.

Kooralbyn Valley Bike Festival, held in July, begins with dinner at the Pavilion Pub on Friday which includes raffles. On Saturday, the Bike Expo, which lasts all weekend, begins. Enjoy Gravity Enduro, Slopestyle, Whip Off, and Black Snake mountain bike racing. There is an Eat Street Market with live music on Saturday and a Mountain Bike Film Fest on Saturday evening. On Sunday, the King & Queen of Kooralbyn is crowned.

Ritchies Boonah Arts Festival is an eight-day festival that includes many activities for the entire family. Have fun at the Sip and Paint or find your new wardrobe at the Fashion and Festival Awards. There is the Great Comedy Debate as well as art displays throughout the festival. Awards are presented for art, writing, and fashion. The festival is held at 4 High Street.

Start your trip with coffee at Arthur Clive’s Bakery before heading to Maynard’s to wander around and check out the fun items they have. Visit the Boonah War Memorial and Park and then stop to visit some of the fun boutiques in town. Grab lunch at Sandie Lee’s Kitchen before heading to Scenic Rim Adventure Park for the rest of the afternoon. Finish the day with dinner at Boonah Pizza.

The next day, start with breakfast at Flavour’s Café before taking a walking tour with an experienced guide. Grab lunch at the Australian Hotel before heading off to some of the local breweries and wineries for tastings. End the stay with dinner and drinks at Simon’s Tavern.

Templin Historical Village has an interesting collection of artifacts and records that tell the story of the area’s past. You can learn more about the native people who lived in the area as well as view memorabilia, photographs, newspapers, and more. They are located at 397 Boonah Fassifern Road.

Hummingbirds Natural Pantry & Café is a whole food café and bulk food pantry offering vegan, vegetarian, dairy, and gluten-free as well as paleo menu offerings. They are located at Shop 4, 2 Railway Station. The menu changes daily and the lead cook has experience dealing with a variety of food allergies. They are open for breakfast and lunch.

Flavours Café offers country homemade food using fresh local produce and meats. Their big country breakfasts are a local favorite as are the salmon, beer-battered fish, and chicken parm. They also offer salads and light fare as well. Be sure to save room for dessert in order to taste their cakes baked on site. There is a full bar serving beer, wine, and cocktails as well. They can be found at 8 Railway Street.

If you are looking for North Indian food created with fresh ingredients while in Boonah, Tanveer’s Curry Hut is the place to go. Each dish is prepared using locally sourced ingredients, their own fresh herbs, spices, and pastes, giving them a fresh aromatic flavor. They add a contemporary flair to authentic Indian cuisine and their dining room has a sleek, feel that is comfortable and cozy. Find them at 2/13 Church Street.

Boonah Pizza is locally owned and operated by Bob & Kathy Zurvas who are proud to provide jobs to local residents and support the community. Their pizza is created from the freshest ingredients and you can add a wide range of toppings. Favorites include the Australian with cheese, bacon, onion and egg as well as the Meat Lovers with barbecue sauce, crumbled beef, ham, bacon and pepperoni and the Chicken Delight with spinach, chicken, onions, mushrooms and feta. They have just added the Chicken Caesar with spinach, chicken, diced bacon, onion, egg and sliced tomato topped with Caesar sauce and parmesan. They are located at Shop 3, 2A Church Street.

Rockalicious Ice Creamery is the 1950s themed ice cream shop serving homemade ice cream, Columbian coffee, freshly baked cakes as lunch and dinner items. The dinner menu includes unique items like loaded sausage rolls. A roasted veggie bowl and savory waffles with toppings like mince, creamy mushroom, bacon and more. Definitely save room for dessert to try their topped dessert waffles, parfait, banana split and other delicious sweets. Find them at 29 High Street.

The Australian Hotel is a great place to meet friends and enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner. The menu includes items like salt and pepper calamari, a seafood basket, chicken schnitzel, as well as bangers and mash. Be sure to check out the blackboard for their daily specials. They are located at 32 High Street.

Since 1936, Arthur Clive’s Bakery Café has been owned and operated by the Pennell family. Today, they offer breakfast and lunch items as well as a breakfast buffet on Sunday. The dining area is fun and eclectic with a great conversation area as well as tables. Enjoy their soup of the day, made in-house or some of their delicious house-made baked goods. They are located at Shop 2/12 High Street.

The Story Tree Coffee Shop offers more than just a good cup of coffee. You can also find books, handmade gifts and delicious baked goods. There is a read and play area for the kids as well as “preloved” books that you can exchange. There is free WiFi for customers, and they offer healthy, vegetarian, and gluten-free options on their menu.

Glen’s Diner is an old-school diner offering comfort foods with both indoor and outdoor seating. Their burgers are a favorite with locals, and they create some of the best freshly made smoothies in the area. Join them for breakfast and lunch daily at 66-68 High Street.

Logan’s Lookout is at the summit of Mount French and is at the top of a rhyolite cliff. There are also nearby camping areas. It is a popular spot for rock climbers and provides you with views of the Main Range as well as the farmland-filled valley below. It is located at 831 Mount French Road.

Scenic Rim Adventure Park is a great place to spend time as a family. With over 680 acres of the natural landscape, 17 miles (28 km) of tracks designed for mountain bikes and bushwalkers as well as areas for all-terrain vehicles, you can find all types of things to do as a family. There are 14 individual basic camping areas as well. They are located at 636 Tamrookum Creek Road.

Maynard’s will take the family back in time as it is a fun, old-fashioned department store in the heart of Boonah. You can find just about anything at Maynard’s, from handmade crafts to shoes and clothing. They also have a wide selection of fabric. Find them at 48 High Street.

Take a walking tour with one of the many tour companies in the area. You can take a day hike or spend a few days bushwalking, learning more about the natural beauty surrounding Boonah. Tours are available at all levels so even the younger members of your group can join in.

Simon’s Tavern occupies what used to be an ornate hotel that opened in 1902. The hotel, constructed by Carl Gustav Simon, opened the hotel and tavern which legend holds he funded using winnings from the German lottery. Unfortunately, Simon overextended himself and went bankrupt before the hotel’s opening. A friend and local businessman, Charlie Behrendorff lent him money to complete the final phase of the hotel, but Simon passed away in 1906. The original hotel burned in the 1970s and was replaced with the current building where Simon’s Tavern sits. The tavern offers burgers, steaks, lamb, and seafood on their dinner menu as well as a full bar that specializes in wines. There is also a bottleshop at their 88 High Street location.

The Dugie, located in the Dugandan Hotel, is a favorite spot for locals. They offer freshly prepared food as well as a full bar. They offer over 30 different wines and 13 craft beers on tap. There is indoor and outdoor seating with occasional live music. They are located at the corner of Mount French and Boonah Rathdowney Road.

The average monthly temperature in Boonah is as follows:

• January – low of 65F (18C); high of 87F (31C)
  
• February – low of 64F (18C); high of 86F (30C)
  
• March – low of 62F (17C); high of 83F (28C)
  
• April – low of 55F (13C); high of 79F (26C)
  
• May – low of 46F (8C); high of 74F (23C)
  
• June – low of 43F (6C); high of 69F (21C)
  
• July – low of 40F (4C); high of 69F (21C)
  
• August – low of 40F (4C); high of 72F (22C)
  
• September – low of 47F (8C); high of 77F (25C)
  
• October – low of 53F (12C)high of 81F (27C)
  
• November – low of 60F (16C); high of 84F (29C)
  
• December – low of 63F (17C); high of 85F (29C)

The area receives about 28 inches (706 mm) of rain each year.

Boonah War Memorial and Park is located on Park Street and was unveiled by royalty. Surrounded by a low brick wall, the statue was unveiled in 1920 by the Prince of Wales who later became King Edward VIII. It honors the 374 Boonah area men who enlisted in WWII and the 69 lost to the war. Three names on the statue are brothers from Coochin Coochin Station where the Prince of Wales stayed during the unveiling event. The statue is flanked by two war trophies.

Mount French has two trails that make it easy to see what the area has to offer. The North cliff track takes about 15 minutes and leads to beautiful panoramic views. It is wheelchair accessible. The Mee-bor-rum Circuit takes about 25 minutes and is a Class 3 trail. On this trail, you can see views of Tamborine, Lamington, and Mount Barney. There are no handrails, so this trail is a bit more dangerous.

The closest airport to Boonah, Australia, is Brisbane International Airport, about an hour and 15 minutes from Boonah. You will need to rent a car to get to Boonah from the airport.

There are three pharmacies in Boonah, Footes, Fassifern Pharmacy, and Brawly James Rawlings Spot.

Most crimes in Boonah are property crimes, including theft, burglary, and auto theft. There are relatively few violent crimes in the area.