Blue Mountains
Gorgeous, welcoming Glenella has been a guesthouse since 1909. There are several attractive lounge spaces, a stunning dining room and an ex-commercial…
Must-see hotels in Australia
Byron Bay
A handpicked collection of Byron's best design-driven properties, Byron Beach Abodes attracts overseas guests, honeymooners and Sydney's fashion set. Each…
City Centre & Haymarket
In the former Water Board building, this slick conversion has magnificent lobby space with red pillars and glorious art deco details. There's space to…
Mid-North Coast
After the success of its Mollymook location, Bannisters has expanded with this move north to give a old 78-room motel a bit of polish, and it's come up…
Arnhem Land
Out in the wilds of Arnhem Land, close to Maningrida, this lovely lodge is a haven for sport-fishers and birdwatchers from March to November. The safari…
InterContinental Hayman Island Resort
The Whitsundays
An avenue of stately date palms leads to the entrance of one of the most gilded playgrounds on the Great Barrier Reef, with its hectare of swimming pools …
Newtown & the Inner West
A sensitive brewery-office conversion is now a 69-room hotel in a primo Chippendale location. Rooms are well back from noisy Broadway, high-ceilinged and…
Hunter Valley
Surrounded by bushland, these 12 modern high-end spa suites have king-sized beds and cosy lounge areas with open fireplaces: perfect for sipping shiraz in…
Great Ocean Road
Reminiscent of a luxury African safari lodge, this mud-brick homestead stands in pastoral surrounds with plenty of wildlife. It's all solar powered and…
City Centre & Haymarket
In a discreet laneway, this designer boutique hotel in a refurbished 19th-century warehouse evokes Asia with its incense aromas and dark-wood fittings…
Brisbane
Brisbane's first Art Series hotel is dedicated to abstract artist Michael Johnson, whose big, bold brushstrokes demand attention in the svelte lobby…
Noosa
Backing onto Noosa National Park, this discreet resort offers three pools, an award-winning day spa, well-equipped gym and choice of studio rooms,…
Sunshine Coast
Expect to leave yearning for your own escape from the city at this 60-acre property, complete with grazing cows, Monet-style lily ponds and two self…
Alice's Secret Traveller's Inn
Alice Springs
Get the best accommodation deals here by booking your tour to Uluru through the inn. One of the best hostels in Alice, just across the Todd River from…
Warrnambool
A short stroll from the beach, this hostel meets all backpackers' needs, with a huge living area, a kitschy Aussie-themed bar, free wi-fi, a kitchen and…
Brisbane
This refurbished, 12-floor winner is within walking distance of South Bank Parklands and major galleries. In rich hues of silver, grey and purple,…
Fraser Island
Occupying a stunning purpose-built house, Eliza Fraser is the island's finest lodging. Serviced directly by Air Fraser Island and Brisbane Helicopters,…
Victoria
These two luxury villas are close to town, off Mackey’s Peak Rd, but they seem a world away when you’re reclining on your bed or by the log fire, taking…
Fortitude Valley
With striking pink mesh in the lobby and inflatable flamingos in the rooftop pool, it’s clear that Ovolo values quirkiness. Its 103 rooms spark wide grins…
New South Wales
There are ten basic tent sites at Thungutti camping area near the New England National Park, 12km off the Waterfall Way and on a good gravel road. It is…
Hobart
For a slice of artistic luxury, book an uber-chic pavilion at MONA, 12km north of the city. The eight mod, self-contained chalets (one- and two-bedroom)…
Sunshine Coast
Bucking the twee style Montville is (in)famous for, Altitude delivers sleek, sexy studios and both two- and three-bedroom apartments, all in muted hues…
Melbourne
This discreet Flinders Lane property has a glam European feel with design touches throughout. The lobby looks good enough to eat, although it could just…
Brisbane
Emerald-green tiles, macaw-pimped wallpaper and hot-pink splashes make for a lush introduction at this brand-new boutique hostel, complete with outdoor…
Circular Quay & The Rocks
With an old-fashioned ambience a world away from the city-slicker styling of most Sydney hotels, Sir Stamford leaves a grand first impression with its…
New South Wales
Set amid 40 acres replete with resident kangaroos, just five minutes from town, this classic country homestead boasts sweeping rural views from its big,…
Sydney
In a cracking location right across the road from the beach, this relaxed, family-run affair is, thankfully, very inaccurately named. Simple, likeable…
Bellarine Peninsula
Dating back to 1860, beautifully kept, double-storey Athelstane House is notable as Queenscliff's oldest guesthouse. Its rooms are spotless, mixing period…
Launceston
Grab a curative sleep at this former hospital, which has been given a funky facelift and now rightfully claims the title of Launceston's savviest business…
Alice Springs
With its spacious resort-style facilities, this is widely considered one of Alice's top hotels. Choose from the garden-view rooms or the better mountain…
Snowy Mountains
Though featureless from the outside, Jindy Inn has sweetly decorated rooms looked after by warm, helpful staff. Rooms are attired in tasteful charcoal…
South Coast NSW
From the balcony views to the comfy beds and tasteful splashes of colour, the Whale is a standout among Narooma's many motels. 'Premier' rooms are a real…
New South Wales
Perhaps best described as 'futuristic bordello chic', the extravagant decor that greets you as you step inside the Retreat continues into five…
West Coast Australia
On a secluded property between Dunsborough and Yallingup with the comforts of a lodge – a cosy lounge area around an open fire and a large deck…
The Whitsundays
Occupying Long Island's narrow 'neck', this luxury self-catering resort offers a range of villas, bures ('Balinese-inspired' cottages), bungalows and…
Barossa Valley
With showstopping valley views and absolute privacy, these six free-stranding Barossa chalets are the handiwork of Max Pritchard, the presiding grand…
Snowy Mountains
Built in 1875, this charming two-storey house has four simply decorated but elegant rooms. The building's long history is revealed in features like…
Sydney
Have a back-to-nature experience in the heart of suburbia, staying in this campsite at Lane Cove National Park, 14km northwest of the CBD. There are…
Fortitude Valley
Fans of street art will appreciate this hip 65-room place, complete with a small gym, rooftop bar and glass-panelled lift affording views of the graffiti…
Hervey Bay
A small and discerning hostel run by knowledgeable local Phil, who can arrange tailored Hervey Bay and Fraser Island itineraries, and put guests in…
