West Coast Australia
Northam has a handful of rambling old pubs, most of which have seen better days. But the two-tier red-brick 1907 Dukes Inn in the backstreets raises the…
Must-see hotels in Western Australia
Perth
There's a lot of brash new money on Mount St, but character-filled Riverview stands out with a bit of old-school personality. Its refurbished 1960s…
West Coast Australia
A great, friendly, 2WD-accessible set-up 65km north of Coral Bay, and 6km east of the Minilya–Exmouth road junction. There are several rooms in the…
Western Australia
Behind Made in Meeka, this is a clutch of simple, centrally located rooms. Facilities shared with gregarious hosts Anna and Gaz – founts of local…
Albany
Big flags from many nations provide a colourful international welcome at this well-run hostel. A huge, modern kitchen; info on local attractions splashed…
West Coast Australia
Luxury cottages trimmed by native bush are arrayed across 48 hectares, and the property's main house also hosts the Wildwood Valley Cooking School with…
Southern WA
For a remote getaway, these five cottages in bushland southeast of Denmark really make the grade. They're all different, but all come with well-equipped…
West Coast Australia
This rambling central hostel is full of hidden nooks, sunny balconies and world-weary travellers. It's very close to beaches, bars and cafes, and is a…
Southern WA
Help yourself to lemons from the garden of this motel-style option with spotless, snug rooms, a great guest kitchen and a lounge filled with DVDs and…
West Coast Australia
Spacious, spotless and equipped with a full kitchen, these fantastic studio apartments are clustered around a pool with an appealing barbecue area. They…
Fonty's Chalets & Caravan Park
West Coast Australia
An excellent well-run caravan park a short drive from town through busy orchards. It is blessed with a natural swimming pool for the summer months, which…
West Coast Australia
The current island leaseholders, the Wardle family, offer full-board accommodation in their lodge, an atmospheric, century-old, limestone converted…
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…
West Coast Australia
Beautifully situated next to a protected lagoon (the snorkelling is best at mid tide) and within easy reach of Tombstones, this large campground belonging…
Broome
Lush and tranquil, this beautiful small resort has gorgeously decorated studios and villas, each with individual outside dining areas and open-roofed…
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…
West Coast Australia
A recently refurbished forest resort next to a lush body of deep water where kangaroos and local fisherfolk also congregate. Cabins are self-contained,…
Fremantle
A lofty warehouse encloses this bright, airy, clean hostel of dorms and shared bathrooms only. It has free bikes to borrow, a free food night, a hammock,…
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…
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…
Broome & The Kimberley
Halfway between Fitzroy Crossing and Halls Creek, Larrawa makes a good overnight stop, with hot showers, basic campsites and loads of wildlife. There's…
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…
Broome & The Kimberley
Set on a 4-hectare block 5km from town this boutique B&B is a smart choice. Beautiful, elevated rooms, all with en suites, open onto a common airy…
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…
Broome & The Kimberley
Clifftop vantage points provide exceptional views of Pender Bay and migrating whales. There are simple bush campsites, an amenity block, and Andrew, who…
Broome & The Kimberley
Under the looming crags of Mirima National Park, this relaxed campground has nice grassy sites and is popular with seasonal workers and road-trippers. The…
Broome
This delightful, boutique-style B&B epitomises Broome-style architecture, with high-pitched roofs, wooden louvres, jarrah floors, tasteful rooms, an open…
Broome & The Kimberley
On Gooniyandi country, at the base of the scenic Emmanuel Range (part of the Devonian Reef) close to Mimbi Caves, this beautiful, relaxed campground…
Broome & The Kimberley
Various spread-out bush campsites on the Lurujarri Songline look down at a pristine beach. Maximum three-night stay. Located 22km from the Cape Leveque Rd…
Broome & The Kimberley
Exquisite, fully self-contained units with exotic open-roofed showers surround an inviting figure-of-eight tropical pool. Once here, you won't want to…
Broome & The Kimberley
Around 338km from Derby is the turn-off to historic Mt Elizabeth Station. Run by the Lacy family for generations, and now owned by Chinese interests, the…
Perth
Australia’s tallest modular hotel has perforated metal sunshades and sabres of blue neon dancing on its 17-storey facade by night, though the rooms are…
Broome & The Kimberley
Below Inglis Gap, a 50km track heads deep into the King Leopold Ranges Conservation Park to the privately run Wilderness Lodge, once the old Mt Hart…
Gunbarrel Laager Travellers' Rest
Western Australia
Friendly Darren and Ronnie run the only place to stay for miles around – a place to pitch your tent, park your caravan or chill out in the snug air…
Broome & The Kimberley
Ecotourism award-winner Kooljaman offers a range of accommodation from grassy campsites and budget dome tents to driftwood beach shelters, cabins and…
West Coast Australia
Want to watch that crimson Indian Ocean sunset from between 500-threadcount sheets? Pass the chablis! For those who want their camp without the cramp,…
West Coast Australia
The white colonnades of the noble New Norcia Hotel hark back to a more genteel time (1927, actually), with sweeping staircases, high ceilings, simple…
Rottnest Island
Is it good karma to build a hotel in part of an old prison? Maybe not. But if you're worried, ask for a room in the more spacious new section, overlooking…
Ramada Vetroblu Scarborough Beach
Perth
A couple of blocks back behind the monolithic Rendezvous Grand, the eight-tier Ramada does things with a little more subtlety. Some of the apartments in…
West Coast Australia
Are you 'to the manor born'? Indulge your reality/fantasy in this grand stone manion (1840), just north of the town centre. The rooms in the main house…
