West Coast Australia
With a commanding location looking towards the Indian Ocean, this newish hotel is across the road from the ocean beach and a short walk to the estuary. It…
Must-see hotels in Australia
Sydney
Wake up to a view of Australia's most famous beach, grab your free surfboard, cross the road and jump into the waves…you're in backpacker dreamland, right…
Victoria
The contemporary blends seamlessly with the historical in this renovated 1871 home. The rooms have a luxurious but welcoming feel, and the friendly…
Port Douglas
On a private coastal headland 15km south of Port Douglas, Thala Beach is a sublime upmarket eco-retreat so relaxing that even locals come here to splash…
Cairns & Far North Queensland
Explore the surrounding rainforest and waterfall of Mungumby Lodge, where 10 delightful en-suite eco bungalows are scattered among the lawns and mango…
South Coast NSW
On the main road, this exceedingly well-run motel offers 25 rooms with rococo headboards and vintage style, almost all of them with balconies. The…
Great Ocean Road
This modern, sprawling double-storey backpackers has a range of clean mixed dorms and private rooms, along with a huge shared kitchen and an even bigger…
Western Australia
Formerly a famous brothel, Cecilia's has 14 themed rooms including an Afghan boudoir or the Holden-On room that's perfect for recovering petrolheads. Some…
Yulara
The rooms seem overpriced at the resort's flagship hotel, but they're still the most upmarket choice in Yulara. There's a lovely pool and surrounding lawn…
Manly
This sumptuously decorated 1880s cottage is perched on a quiet street close to the beach and ferry wharf. The delightful host Jill only takes bookings for…
Sydney
A very cute conversion of a centenarian former Commonwealth Bank branch, this boutique hotel has 30 rooms that look very sleek in shades of grey and black…
Great Ocean Road
On the main highway in Torquay (not Bells Beach), this laid-back backpackers does a great job of fitting into the fabric of this surf town. Run by…
Airlie Beach
All chrome and floor-to-ceiling glass, this set of luxury apartments perches on a rock peninsula just south of the Abell Point Marina. The light-filled,…
Byron Bay & Northern NSW
This purpose-designed Bell Tent village popped up on a former caravan-park site, and makes the most of its 'steps to the beach' location. 'Deluxe' and …
West Coast Australia
The region's most stylish and luxurious accommodation, Injidup perches atop an isolated cliff south of Yallingup. A striking carved concrete and iron…
Gold Coast
This vast tower has 228 one-, two- or three-bedroom fully equipped apartments, and a pricing structure which means there's often a bargain to be had if…
Gold Coast
The golden pegasus on the lawn between the indoor and outdoor pools is the only concession to quirkiness at this tastefully but demurely furnished complex…
Great Ocean Road
The friendly bush Kennett River Holiday Park is one of the best sites along the coast, equally popular with surfers, families, travellers and young…
Surry Hills & Darlinghurst
A bright and breezy, no-frills hostel with a rooftop terrace and a crowded but decent communal area and 24-hour kitchen. Dorms do the job, with lockers,…
Great Ocean Road
These self-contained villas, great for families or couples, are well placed a short walk from the beach, pub and shops. Rooms range from studios to two…
Brisbane & Around
This contemporary, two-level house is ideal for larger groups. All four bedrooms feature super-comfy king beds or twins as well as en-suite bathroom with…
West Coast Australia
A well-managed lodge with accommodation in the main building, and self-contained cabins. The lounge opens onto outdoor decks to enjoy meals or a drink…
Cairns
Looking as though it's been lifted from the pages of a trendy magazine, this gorgeous apartment complex has a stellar pool and a whiff of exclusivity…
South Coast NSW
New owners have maintained the subtropical vibes at this cosy, resort-style B&B. Highlights include neat rooms laden with local art, and an exceptional…
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
Townsville
Large, spacious rooms and apartments, many with water and/or city views, in a fine central location attract numerous repeat visitors. A perfect mix…
Townsville
One of few downtown hostels worth bothering with is a warren of room configurations, but the staff is very capable of creating a sense of community in the…
The East Coast
About 15km south of Swansea, this architect-designed hideaway overlooking Oyster Bay bills itself as having mastered the 'gentle art of light'. It’s 2km…
West Coast Australia
Everything about the intimate Empire Retreat is stylish, from the cool Scandi-inspired design to the attention to detail and service. The rooms are built…
The East Coast
Not gregarious, not making a statement, not flashy or pretentious – just the perfect little beach house in a primo location, right in the sandy heart of…
Yulara
Billing itself as Yulara's boutique hotel option, the Lost Camel reopened in 2018 after extensive works. The contemporary rooms with steely-blue and burnt…
Gold Coast
Separated from the beach by just a road and a strip of tropical plants, this modern block offers slick apartments angled for ocean views. Relax into the…
Airlie Beach
This wonderful waterside B&B, that's more like a small resort, is for adults only. Views are superb from the position slightly above town, accessed by a…
Victoria
At the back of a historic convent (c 1860), this self-contained bungalow surrounded by garden is a great choice for artists, writers and art-lovers. The…
Cairns & Far North Queensland
Shady, spacious, sprinkled with quirky touches and with a ruthlessly clean camp kitchen, this idyllic spot along the Wild River makes an excellent base…
Darwin
Set on a 2-hectare property, this beautiful rural retreat seems worlds away from the city (but it's only 13km). When it's hot outside, hang out in the…
Victoria
Nestled in bushland, these large safari tents each have their own deck, bathroom, queen-size bed, fridge and heating, and there's a communal tent kitchen…
New South Wales
Two luxurious and well-designed apartments make up this eco-farmhouse bushland retreat, located 4km out of Forbes' centre. Fourth generation farmers Wendy…
Great Ocean Road
Outstanding – this contemporary two-level bungalow, with tasteful Asian-style furnishings, splashes of colour and bay windows that open into the forest,…
New South Wales
Black Sheep Inn is one of Orange’s best transformations, a century-old shearing shed has been converted into modern accommodation. The main house has five…
Victoria
Conveniently central and the best of Castlemaine’s motels, the Colonial has a choice of high-ceilinged apartments in a beautifully converted school…
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