Must-see hotels in Western Australia

  • Nornalup Riverside Chalets

    Southern WA

    Stay a night in sleepy Nornalup in these comfortable, colourful self-contained chalets, just a rod's throw from the fish in the Frankland River. The…

  • Ningaloo Lighthouse Caravan Park

    West Coast Australia

    Superbly located on the western cape, this park has lots of options: the clifftop, two-person chalets have fantastic views, there are plenty of shady tent…

  • Weelaway

    West Coast Australia

    Weelaway offers four sumptuously decorated rooms (three en suite) in a heritage-listed homestead dating from 1862. There are formal lounge rooms, shady…

  • Nallan Station

    Western Australia

    Between Cue and Meekatharra, at this easily accessible, historic pastoral station you can engage in birdwatching and stargazing and seek out the 19th…

  • Lake Argyle Village

    Broome & The Kimberley

    Superbly located high above the lake, Lake Argyle Village offers grassy campsites, a variety of cabins and hearty meals from its licensed bistro. Don't…

  • Albany Foreshore Guest House

    Albany

    Housed inside a 19th-century former bank, this five-room B&B has more character than most in the region. Expect sky-high ceilings, heavy drapes, a…

  • Western Beach Lodge

    Perth

    A real surfer hang-out, this sociable, rather shaggy hostel has a low-key, guitar-strumming, hammock-swinging vibe. Discounts kick in for stays of three…

  • Kimberley Klub

    Broome

    Handy to the airport, this rambling, relaxed hostel is a great place to meet other travellers, hook-up lifts and find that job. There's a plethora of room…

  • Wave Rock Country Cottage

    West Coast Australia

    This modest kid-friendly cottage (toys, cot, unbreakable crockery, DVDs) isn't flashy, but it fills a void in the Wave Rock accommodation scene, with…

  • Eco Beach

    Broome & The Kimberley

    This award-winning luxury eco-resort is set on secluded coastline 120km southwest of Broome. There's a choice of safari tents (no air-con) or villas, a…

  • Quaalup Homestead

    Southern WA

    This German-owned 1858 homestead is secluded deep within the park's southern reaches. Electricity is solar generated, and forget about mobile-phone…

  • Celestine Retreat

    Southern WA

    With just four spa chalets scattered over 13 hectares, there are stunning ocean and valley views at this luxury retreat. Romance is also on the agenda,…

  • Fraser Range Station

    Western Australia

    At the 100km mark from Norseman, Fraser Range Station is the first (or last, depending) stop on the Nullarbor. This working sheep station’s bush…

  • Peoples Park

    West Coast Australia

    This excellent caravan park offers grassy, shaded sites and a variety of self-contained cabins and villas. Friendly staff keep the amenities and camp…

  • Seasons Hotel

    West Coast Australia

    The nicest place to stay in town (not that it's much of a horse race). It's centrally located, with spacious and clean rooms and a stylish restaurant that…

  • Exmouth Cape Holiday Park

    Exmouth

    This large park offers good facilities for campers, backpackers (its rooms are known as Blue Reef Backpackers) and families. Lots of cabin options too,…

  • Munurru Campground

    Broome & The Kimberley

    Located on the shady banks of the King Edward River. Many people prefer to camp here than in Mitchell River National Park and then visit Mitchell Falls as…

  • Bayview Coral Bay

    West Coast Australia

    The town's biggest and busiest option, with camp sites and accommodation for all budgets, from unpowered sites and basic cabins (BYO linen) to two-bedroom…

  • Nautilus Retreat Kalbarri B&B

    West Coast Australia

    Inside this cheery, canary-yellow house in a residential area, friendly hostess Debbie makes guests feel exceptionally welcome. Rooms with exposed brick…

  • Dongara Top Tourist Park

    West Coast Australia

    Dongara's best camping option has shaded, spacious sites behind South Beach. The two-bedroom cabins on the hill have great views, the studio cabins are…

  • Coral Coast Tourist Park

    West Coast Australia

    This pleasant, shady park, with a pool and grassy sites, is close to the town centre. It has a variety of well-appointed cabins (the plusher ones en suite…

  • Smithy's Seaside Adventures

    Broome & The Kimberley

    Will and Colleen run this laid-back campground at the end of the road, 200m past Whale Song Cafe, right on Pender Bay. Choose from a variety of Aboriginal…

  • Big 4 Beachlands Holiday Park

    West Coast Australia

    This excellent family-friendly park offers a wide range of accommodation – grassy tent sites to deluxe villas – amid shady trees, palms and flax bushes. A…

  • Blue Wren Travellers’ Rest YHA

    Southern WA

    Great info panels cover the walls, and it’s small enough (just 20 beds) to have a homey feel. Bikes can also be rented – $20 per day – and the friendly…

  • Ocean West

    West Coast Australia

    Don't let the 1960s brick put you off; these fully self-contained units have all been renovated in fresh monochrome, making them one of the better deals…

  • Taunton Farm Holiday Park

    West Coast Australia

    There are plenty of farm animals for the kids to meet at one of Margaret River's best family-oriented campgrounds. For caravan and tenting buffs, the…

  • Royal Mail Hotel

    Western Australia

    The rooms upstairs at this vintage gold-rush hotel probably won't make your social media posts, but the bonus here is the downstairs bar that doubles as…

  • Pemberton Backpackers YHA

    West Coast Australia

    Pemberton's only budget digs is sometimes busy with seasonal workers, so book ahead if you're planning to stay. There's a main building plus a cute…

  • Best Western Hospitality Inn

    West Coast Australia

    This is the best of the motels in town, with spacious and spotless carpeted rooms arranged around a pool, plus friendly service. Wi-fi is unreliable. The…

  • Lakeview Apartments

    Broome & The Kimberley

    These spacious, self-contained apartments across from Lily Creek Lagoon have all the mod cons, fully equipped kitchens, free wi-fi and cable TV. There's a…

  • Bridgetown Hotel

    West Coast Australia

    This main-street 1920s gem features large modern bedrooms (some with balconies) with spa baths, and art deco interior features. Also a good spot for a…

  • Discovery Holiday Parks – Kalgoorlie

    Western Australia

    This nicely spacious park is on the edge of Boulder, 4km south of the Kal town centre. There are A-frame chalets and cabins, budget dongas, grassy tent…

  • Yardie Homestead Caravan Park

    West Coast Australia

    Located just outside the entrance to Cape Range National Park, this former sheep station has some nice grassy tent sites. There's a range of snug cabins…

  • Riverside Retreat

    Southern WA

    On the banks of the beautiful Frankland River, these well-equipped chalets are great value, with pot-bellied stoves for cosy winter warmth, and tennis and…

  • Sunset Beach Holiday Park

    West Coast Australia

    About 6km north of the CBD, Sunset Beach has roomy, shaded sites just a few steps from a lovely beach, and an ultramodern camp kitchen with a huge TV…

  • Albany Harbourside

    Albany

    Albany Harbourside's portfolio includes spacious and spotless apartments on Festing St, and three other self-contained options arrayed around central…

  • Foragers

    West Coast Australia

    Choose between very nice, simple karri cottages and luxury eco-chalets. The latter are light and airy, with elegant, contemporary decor, eco-conscious…

  • Sebel East Perth

    Perth

    Modern, chic apartments with self-contained kitchenette and a classy hotel vibe. Hit the BBQ terrace at night, or adjacent Claisebrook Cove has a few…

  • Port Denison Holiday Units

    West Coast Australia

    These spotless, spacious self-catering units are just a block from the marina. One- and two-bedroom options are available, with full kitchen plus an…