Noosa
The Sofitel's 176 rooms are refreshingly spacious. In a calming palette of grey and salmon, all come with balcony, kitchenette, sublime bedding and…
Must-see hotels in Australia & Pacific
The East Coast
This restored, two-storey convict-built farmhouse (1835) is just north of Swansea, backing onto the Meredith River. The five guest rooms have various…
Taupo
Haka Lodge has a fantastic community feel from the moment you walk in. We love the custom wooden dorm bunks with privacy curtains and built-in storage,…
Airlie Beach
Waterview's compact units are an excellent choice for self-caterers aiming for a central yet quiet location, coupled with creature comforts. There are…
Great Ocean Road
Along with a flurry of other activity at the Lorne pub in 2018 – the arrival of MoVida as well as a new whisky/gin bar – its rooms have undergone a…
Southern NSW & The Murray
Totally refurbished in 2018 – including spectacular wall-covering photographs of colourful vineyard scenes – the Griff Motel is the most contemporary and…
Perth
Sophisticated, grey-hued Attika features 22 contemporary studio and one-bedroom apartments over two levels, a short wobble from the William St action …
Western Australia
This large sheep station welcomes volunteers and WWOOFers and is a great place for horse riding, motorbiking (per day $50) through the bush and trying…
Rockhampton
Revamped and reopened after years of shuttered decay, this 19th-century hotel has a Wild West vibe, plenty of wrought-iron detail and river views from the…
West Coast Australia
The cream-tile and blonde-wood decor of this resort probably won't make your social-media pics, but Coral Bay's plushest digs offer studios and various…
Tasmania
Located on the slopes of a disused golf course (hence the name), these two stylish and well-equipped self-catering apartments are a great base when…
Waiteti Trout Stream Holiday Park
Rotorua
This keenly maintained campground is a great option if you don’t mind the 10km drive into town. Set in gardens abutting a trout-filled stream, it's a cute…
Tasmania
A pretty, self-contained 1840s cottage at the quiet end of the main street, Arendon offers two bedrooms, a full kitchen and a laundry. The decor is old…
Victoria
This is the largest of the park’s campgrounds, with 46 well-designed sites stretching along the foreshore from the river towards the lighthouse. Most of…
Taupo & the Ruapehu Region
Housed in a lovely old villa with wooden floors and high ceilings, this excellent YHA hostel has a well-equipped kitchen, two lounges, a spa pool, and a…
Noosa
A polished beachfront property with contemporary interiors and smart kitchenettes. The beach-facing units are light and spacious and perfect for endless…
Brisbane & Around
Down by the namesake marina, a short walk along the foreshore from Manly's main street, this motel raises the bar with its wonderfully clean, upbeat,…
Reflections Holiday Park Clarkes Beach
Byron Bay
The cabins might be tightly packed but they, along with shady tent sites, sit within attractive bush high up above the beach and overlooked by the Cape…
Newcastle
A short stroll from the beach, this old pub has some lovely details and makes a romantic place to stay. Rooms vary widely in size but are modernised; some…
Coromandel Peninsula
Colourful shared areas and a spacious modern kitchen make Turtle Cove one of the best hostels in the Coromandel Peninsula and Waikato area. The largest…
Napier
Unlike the majority of NZ motels, this one is owner-operated (the staff actually own the building) so maintenance and service top the list of priorities…
Cairns
This collection of slick self-contained apartments overlooks the marina from its prime position above the Reef Fleet Terminal. Take in the splendid views…
Great Ocean Road
Pebble Point's luxury camping, with African-style en-suite tented rooms, makes you feel as though you're on safari. Each tent gets its own bathroom, but…
Scamander Sanctuary Holiday Park
The East Coast
Just south of Scamander township behind the beach is this affable caravan park, with 20 hectares of wild dune and bush landscape. Sleeping options include…
Sunshine Coast
The fully equipped apartments here are all privately owned, meaning that decor and appeal can vary significantly. That said, you can expect neat, clean,…
Tasmania
This art-deco pub opposite the beach is begging for a boutique makeover, but at the moment backpackers can take advantage of its great location and…
Great Ocean Road
A rather grand pub (c 1856) on the main street, the Bentinck offers plush heritage rooms that strike the right balance between period touches and modern…
Tasmania
There’s easygoing camping in a pleasantly landscaped area by the water here (we love the fact that each camp site is hedged), plus tidy cabins (try to…
The East Coast
This endearing Federation-era (1881) B&B is presented with absolute attention to detail. Two bright, colourful rooms overlook garden blooms, and the…
The East Coast
This new, two-bedroom beach house is architecturally excellent, with dapper grey vertical weatherboards, lots of glass, a broad deck and a stylish…
Franklin River Reserve Campground
Victoria
Probably the handiest of Gippsland's free camping grounds is this scenic spot just outside the small town of Toora. Theoretically it can be used as a base…
West Coast Australia
About a 10-minute drive south of Lancelin, Ledge Point's BIG4 has supertidy facilities, immaculate lawns and spotless accommodation ranging from caravan…
Christchurch & Canterbury
Compact and spotless rooms combine with spacious shared facilities, including a modern and well-equipped kitchen and comfortable lounge, providing guests…
Brisbane
A clean, well-run hostel with good-quality facilities, including a rooftop pool. The maximum dorm size is six beds; most have bathrooms. Big on security…
Cairns & Far North Queensland
Cheap camp sites, a remote-feeling bush location and a social open-sided bar restaurant overlooking the namesake billabong make this a great retreat for…
Cairns & Far North Queensland
Perched high on Hallorans Hill overlooking Atherton town and surrounding farmlands, this welcoming two-storey timber-pole home is a relaxing base for…
Gold Coast
When you want flawless if somewhat predictable comfort, these two large curvy apartment towers are for you. Think marble dining tables, European kitchen…
Cairns & Far North Queensland
The cosy individual timber cabins here offer a touch of luxury in a remote beach location. Each has satellite TV, soft beds and private balcony with…
Southern WA
On the park's northern boundary, this shaded area offers campsites, cabins and vans, and self-contained, rammed-earth units. Wildflower and orchid bus…
South Coast NSW
This 1890s manor, one of the oldest buildings in Kiama, is the grand dame of the seaside town and run by a generous organic farmer (produce available!)…
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