Punthill South Yarra Grand
It's the little things, like a blackboard and chalk in the kitchen for messages, and individually wrapped liquorice all-sorts by the bed, that make this a great choice...
It's the little things, like a blackboard and chalk in the kitchen for messages, and individually wrapped liquorice all-sorts by the bed, that make this a great choice...
Private and luxurious, this 34-room hotel is geared mainly towards couples and newlyweds. Expect modern self-contained apartments across from Four Mile Beach and a superb pool. Rates include buffet breakfast and airport transfers...
Pay less for city views, more for eye-popping harbour views in this slick complex of spacious suites and self-contained apartments...
Shipshape (literally) by the river, this glam hotel's contemporary design extends to the spacious, deluxe rooms, accentuated by natural timbers and muted tones. Classical music fills the corridors; most rooms have balconies.
Colourful, modern decor, ergonomically savvy design, and relaxed service are showcased at this transformed 1907 warehouse. The studios are not huge, but feature self-contained kitchenettes and compact bathrooms.
Managed by an astute and charming couple, these smart apartments make an ideal Whitsundays base. On a grassy patch past Abel Point Marina, the views from Shingley are worthy of a far steeper price tag...
Bright and streamlined, this is a fashionable little bolthole in a suburb more known for maritime nostalgia...
Perched on a point overlooking Keawakapu Beach, this complex is tops for sunset views and whale watching. And you can swim and snorkel from the beach right outside the door...
While not quite avoiding the serviced-apartment furnishing clichés, these loft spaces are set in a former warehouse and have original industrial-age details...
Rooms on the southern side of this apartment complex face the soporific waters of Lake Burley Griffin and attract a slightly higher tariff than city-side rooms. The majority of apartments have two or three bedrooms and can fit up to six people.
Good range of rooms – check into a Tower room for great views and 4½-star facilities.
Bougainvillea draped over the balconies and birdsong in the gardens set the tone at this luxurious condo. Everything is low rise, the units are spacious and the quiet location off Kamaole Beach Park III is primo...
Part of a flash development right on the river, the Ramada has large rooms that come with king-sized bed, work desk, spa tub and balcony with great views. One-bedroom apartments are available. The swish cafe is popular with local scenesters.
Recline on a sun lounge on the wide wooden decking that surrounds the palm-lined swimming pool at this traditional Queenslander-style complex of 36 apartments.
This sophisticated hotel has opulent self-contained units with modern kitchens, fully equipped laundries, numerous TVs and stereos, and spectacular views. The refined interiors aim for luxury, and the extras include a lovely pool and gymnasium...
The elegant neutral tones may not quite make a home away from home (unless you live in a catalogue), but these spacious apartments sure are comfortable...
In the heart of Waikiki, the Ohana East is a straightforward, high-quality choice. It lacks the historical charm and oceanfront setting of nearby iconic hotels but actual room quality is just as good (and often better) for much less money...
Boutique eco-accommodation doesn’t get much better than the Canopy. This is a tree-house feast, and all the wildlife in the area is invited...
Set on four hectares of landscaped gardens and subtropical vegetation, Sandcastles has a mix of motel-style rooms (from $90) luxury beach-home apartments and airy Balinese-themed villas. There's also a popular restaurant on site.
Really attractive two-bedroom apartments, set around two large grassy areas fronting the lagoon, each has a sunny bathroom with atrium, spacious lounge, and shiny-clean kitchen. There are kayaks, barbecues, and a laundry service...
This wildlife-friendly retreat is on a habitat reserve on Mt Misery. On-site are modern, self-contained cabins, a larger disabled-access cabin, luxury tepees, tent and campervan sites, plus walking tracks and barbecue shelters.
A seafront high-rise, this place is just across from the beach, and has good studios and one- and two-bedroom units.
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