Must-see hotels in Australia & Pacific

  • Lakeside

    Wanaka

    Luxuriate in a modern apartment in a prime position overlooking the lake, right by the town centre. All 23 apartments have three bedrooms, but can be…

  • Sippers at Ballandean

    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…

  • Villa del Lago

    Queenstown

    Clinging to the slopes between the highway and the lake, these spacious one- to three-bedroom apartments have lake-facing terraces, incredible views and…

  • Aireys Inlet Getaway

    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…

  • Old Bones Lodge

    Dunedin & Otago

    Five kilometres south of Ōamaru on the coast road, this top-notch lodge has tidy rooms off a huge, sunny, central space. Great for groups. Listen to the…

  • Alpine View Lodge

    Wanaka

    In a peaceful rural setting on the edge of town, this excellent lodge has three B&B rooms, one of which has its own private deck with mountain views…

  • Globetrekkers Lodge

    Bay of Islands & Northland

    Unwind in casual style at this homey hostel with harbour views and bright dorms. Private rooms don't have their own bathroom but there are plenty of…

  • Within the Bays

    Coromandel Peninsula

    It’s the combination of charming hosts and incredible views that make this B&B set on a hill overlooking Mercury Bay really worth considering. It’s…

  • Pemberton Lodge Resort

    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…

  • 201 Lake Street

    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…

  • Ulladulla Guest House

    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…

  • Reef Lodge

    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…

  • Rocky Hills Retreat

    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…

  • Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki

    The West Coast

    Positioned in a verdant setting on the edge of the Moeraki River near Lake Moeraki, 30km north of Haast Junction, this is one of NZ's best nature lodges…

  • Raglan Backpackers

    Waikato & the Coromandel Peninsula

    This laid-back hostel is right on the water, with sea views from some rooms. Other rooms are arranged around a garden courtyard or in a separate building…

  • Empire Retreat & Spa

    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…

  • Kauri Coast Top 10 Holiday Park

    Bay of Islands & Northland

    Set beside the Kaihu River, 2km from SH12, this excellent holiday park has attractive motel units and a brace of tidy cabins, with or without their own…

  • Kingfisher Cottage

    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…

  • Lost Camel

    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…

  • Kokohuia Lodge

    Bay of Islands & Northland

    Luxury and ecofriendly practices combine at this B&B, nestled in regenerating native bush high above the silvery dune-fringed expanse of the Hokianga…

  • Riverview Terrace

    Wanaka

    Part of a new development overlooking the Clutha River behind Mt Iron, this swish, modern house has three well-appointed guest rooms. Rates include a…

  • Solnamara

    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…

  • Argoed

    Dunedin

    Roses and rhododendrons encircle this gracious two-storey wooden villa, built in the 1880s. Each of the three charmingly old-fashioned bedrooms has its…

  • Serenity on Wakeman

    Taupo

    You’d stay at this B&B for the view from the breakfast deck alone, and the upstairs suite, with its private balcony (and king bed and double spa bath), is…

  • Lazy Dolphin Lodge

    Fiordland & Southland

    This perfect hybrid of seaside holiday home and hostel has light-filled bedrooms sporting cheerful linen. There are two kitchens and lounges, but you'll…

  • Airlie Waterfront B&B

    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…

  • Arrowfield Apartments

    Queenstown & Wanaka

    Lining a quiet crescent in a new development at Arrowtown's edge, these 10 spacious townhouses, identical in all but colour, have internal garages, full…

  • Lomond Lodge

    Queenstown

    This lodge on the fringe of the town centre has smartly designed rooms with indulgent bathrooms and USB sockets, and a landscaped, sunny terrace and…

  • Rembrandts Retreat

    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…

  • Enclosure Bay

    Waiheke Island

    If you're going to shell out for a luxury B&B, you expect it to be special, and that's certainly what's offered here. Each of the three guest rooms have…

  • Eichardt’s Private Hotel

    Queenstown

    Dating from 1867, this restored hotel enjoys an absolute lakefront location. Each of the five giant suites – lake view or mountain view – has a fireplace,…

  • Wild River Caravan Park

    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…

  • Grungle Downs B&B

    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…

  • The Dairy

    Queenstown

    Its dining room was once a corner store, but the Dairy is now a luxury B&B with 13 rooms packed with classy touches such as designer bed linen, silk…

  • Wilderness Retreat

    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…

  • Girragirra

    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…

  • Chapel

    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,…

  • Manawa Ridge

    Coromandel Peninsula

    The views from this castle-like eco-retreat, perched on a 310m-high ridge 6km northeast of Waihi, take in the entire Bay of Plenty. Made of recycled…

  • Cheltenham House

    Christchurch & Canterbury

    This large 1930s house has room for both a billiard table and a grand piano. There are four art-filled suites in the main house and two in cosy garden…

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