The Staging Post – Longreach
Highlights
- Immerse in pioneer-era charm with unique, heritage-themed rooms that tell the outback story in Longreach.
- Relax in The Stables' rustic-luxe rooms featuring quirky touches like a copper-piped rain shower for added luxury.
- Enjoy the convenience of self-catering in The Coach Inn, complete with a kitchenette for effortless meals.
- Savour hearty breakfasts at The Welcome Home, just steps away, fuelling your outback adventures each day.
This boutique heritage-themed accommodation is inspired by the style of the pioneer era and by the stagecoach journeys that linked Longreach with the outside world.
Situated in the heritage heart of town, you’ll be living and dreaming the outback story. There is a choice of room styles. All have ensuites, very comfortable beds, air-conditioning, TV and free Wi-Fi – plus clever pioneer-inspired features and lovingly crafted quirks that create an unforgettable sense of place.
The Staging Post is owned and operated by the Kinnon family who have a reputation for creating unique accommodation that tells the outback story. It’s all a few steps from The Welcome Home, where big breakfasts and outback dining provide fuel for your days of exploration.
The room styles include The Stables, which feature a rustic-luxe aesthetic. The Stables take their inspiration from the stables where the Cobb & Co horse teams were cared for under the watchful eyes of the grooms. The Coach Inn, which is located behind The Welcome Home are self-catering.
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Accreditations
- China Ready and Accredited Program
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
- Queensland Tourism Industry Council
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- QLD – Outback Queensland Tourism
Features
Available experiences
The Stables
These spacious, boutique rooms are ideal for people who appreciate a little extra luxury and the quirky inspiration of the stables where the Cobb & Co horses were housed. There are many little touches that will wow guests, from the unique copper-piped rain-shower to the barbed-wire-and-rose wall art to the milk-fridge in a repurposed cabinet.
Configuration: 1 queen bed and 1 single bed. There are also two Stables Family Rooms with 1 queen bed and 3 single beds.
Facilities: Feature ensuite, air-conditioning, TV, microwave, tea and coffee making facilities, free wifi, shared landscaped courtyard with seating.
The Coach Inn
These rooms are a comfortable and convenient choice with the added benefit of a fully self-catering kitchenette.
Configuration: 1 queen bed.
Facilities: Ensuite, air-conditioning, TV, microwave, kitchenette with sink, free wifi, shaded, shared courtyard seating.
Current offers
Longreach: 4 day 'Weekender Out West Holiday'
Unplug. Slow down. Discover the real outback.
Leave your screens behind and breathe in the wide-open spaces of Longreach. Stay in 4-star Rustic Luxe comfort at The Staging Post and experience the real outback — stories, characters and country hospitality included.
Ride the Cobb & Co Stagecoach, cruise the Thomson at sunset, visit Nogo Station, dine under big skies and journey to iconic Winton. Everything is taken care of. All you have to do is arrive.
3-day Longreach Storytelling Holiday
Step into the real outback on this fully hosted 3-day, 2-night Longreach escape. Stay in pioneer-inspired comfort at The Staging Post in the heritage heart of town and enjoy three signature Outback Pioneers experiences — the Cobb & Co Stagecoach (with a thrilling gallop), Nogo Station visit and a sunset Paddlewheeler cruise on the Thomson River. Includes entry to the Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame, Qantas Founders Museum, all meals and transfers.
6-day Unleash Longreach Holiday
Discover the ultimate Longreach and Winton escape on this fully hosted 6-day adventure. Stay five nights at The Staging Post in the heritage heart of town and experience the very best of Outback Pioneers — Cobb & Co Stagecoach, Nogo Station, sunset cruise on the Thomson River and a full day in Winton including the Australian Age of Dinosaurs. With most meals included, all you need is your Akubra and a sense of adventure.
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Companion Cards are accepted.
- Staff are trained in disability awareness.
- Accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on their website (can be emailed on request).
- Asks all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met.
- Website meets <a href="https://www.w3.org/WAI/standards-guidelines/wcag/" target="_blank">WCAG 2.0</a> accessibility standards
- Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)
- Assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Communication
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Uses Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
- A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility.
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Allergies and intolerances
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
- Modify their cooking and cleaning practices to cater for people with food allergies or chemical intolerances (could include menus with meals free from: nuts, dairy, seafood, eggs, gluten etc).
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