Darwin
Apartments are very spacious at Argus, and the whole place rings with quality. There are lovely bathrooms, generous expanses of cool floor tiles, simple…
Must-see hotels in Australia & Pacific
Victoria
This excellent B&B is set in a lovely garden near Lake Boga, 10 minutes' drive from Swan Hill. The ultra-friendly hosts provide a full home-cooked…
Cairns & Far North Queensland
Set deep in the bush (a 20-minute drive from Kuranda towards Mareeba), this unusual property is part Euro-castle, part Aussie-bush-retreat. In lieu of TV,…
Launceston
The entire ground floor of this 1870s former doctor's surgery is given over to lovely Apartment Sixty Six, sleeping up to six in three bedrooms. Interiors…
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
This beautifully appointed prewar Queenslander, set in calming gardens on a quiet backstreet of Yeppoon, is the setting for an outstanding B&B that offers…
Cairns & Far North Queensland
An iconic pub with a tangible history dating back to 1875 and a heap of memorabilia on the walls, Lion's Den is a must-stop. You'll find fuel, ice-cold…
Fiordland & Southland
This exemplary holiday park is on an incredible beach at the entrance to Surat Bay, 5km from Owaka, where sea lion pups can be spotted in December and…
Margaret River
Welcome to the perfect private retreat after a day cruising the region's wine, beer and food highlights. Bungalows made from rammed earth and limestone…
The East Coast
Painted cream and navy, this mid-century beach shack has been reborn as a contemporary holiday house, with three bedrooms, an open fire and a little deck…
Buller Region
Relaxation is the mantra at this faultless motel near Cape Foulwind. Beds are plump, bathrooms are glossy and fragrant, plus there's a hot tub surrounded…
Tasmania
There are four upstairs guest rooms in this handsome, renovated 1885 mansion, all with period-style furniture, comfortable beds and modern bathroom with…
Broken Hill
Broken Hill's most distinctive and luxurious lodgings can be found in this fascinating, fully self-contained church and presbytery. Its only downside is…
Tasmania
Keep cute company at this property built to carry Tasmania’s first telephone link to the mainland. Little penguins come ashore within walking distance and…
East Cape
Up on the hill behind town, the 15-bed Stranded in Paradise scores points for show-stopping views and eco loos. There are two tricky loft dorm rooms, a…
Gold Coast
One of the few motels of 1950s 'highway heritage', this mint-green weatherboard has stayed true to its roots on the outside, while the interiors are…
Tasmania
This must be one of the prettiest and friendliest caravan parks in Australia. Located right by the beach, its grounds are meticulously manicured and…
Takaka
Adrift on a bed of beachside bliss is what you'll be in one of these five cottages dotted within gardens, right on the beach. Tuck into your breakfast…
Southern NSW & The Murray
Around 34km south of town and signposted off the Hume Hwy, these nicely turned out cottages are set on a 400-hectare farm and are especially good if you…
The Southeast
Any more waterfront and this lovely shack would be a houseboat. Almost the last in a long row of quirky little beach shacks, it's a cream-coloured…
Cairns & Far North Queensland
A favourite with everyone from birdwatchers to mountain bikers and young families to grey nomads, this beautifully maintained caravan park enjoys gorgeous…
Yorke Peninsula
One of the stars of the SA tourism scene, Yondah is a gorgeous, architect-designed, three-bedroom beach house, way over yonder in the southern dunes east…
Northern Territory
This remote slice of eco-friendly luxury has canvas-topped lodgings with hardwood floors, wrap-around views and high levels of comfort. Safaris are by…
Cairns & Far North Queensland
Palm Cove's first and only hostel is a splendid, spotless place just 100m from the beach. It's more a restful retreat than party palace. The bunk-free…
The East Coast
What a beauty! Like something out of a James Bond movie – all glass and steel and endless ocean views – this is possibly the most luxurious beach house in…
Victorian High Country
Attached to the General pub are these modern and stylish fully self-contained apartments with lounge, gas fireplaces and kitchen, and fantastic views from…
Queenstown
Run by experienced travellers (as the photos displayed throughout testify), this central hostel has spotless dorms, a modern kitchen and balconies that…
Fleurieu Peninsula
Built in 1910 (the old Arcadia Hotel), this sandstone beauty has sweeping views across the Port Elliot coastline. Drag your eyes away from the scenery and…
Darwin
You're in for an upmarket stay at this professional set-up with friendly staff and a great location at the Darwin Waterfront Precinct. Room prices creep…
Cairns
Bounce is a cut above many Cairns budget spots, with tidy dorms and neat studio-style apartments with kitchen and balcony, sleeping four. The central deck…
The Far North
Across from the beach, this superb kauri villa (1880) has been beautifully restored and converted into an exceptional hostel. There’s no TV, which…
Bay of Plenty
Awarded NZ’s best motel in 2018 and 2019, One88 is styled more like a plush hotel than a motel. King beds sit in spacious rooms – the smallest is 50 sq…
Fiordland & Southland
Secluded in bird-filled bush, and angled for sea, sunset and aurora views, are three stylish, luxurious rooms with private decks and a shared lounge…
Airlie Beach
An excellent option for sedate travellers, this is a place where you can watch the waves from your spa bath or by dangling in your hammock on your private…
Tasmania
What’s been done within the bluestone walls of this 1840s warehouse near the port is quite incredible. The ultra-hip boutique offering has two suites and…
Wanaka
Perched on a rise overlooking the lake, this modern house has two upmarket rooms in the loft above the garage. Each has its own private balcony to make…
Buller Region
Mural-painted Bazil's has well-maintained dorm and private rooms (some with kitchenettes, en-suite bathrooms and mezzanine bedrooms) in a sociable setting…
Banks Peninsula
Tucked away on a quiet street behind gorgeous gardens, this lovely 1878 house is adorned with covetable artwork and antiques. Of the five individually…
West Coast Australia
If you're looking to romance your sweetie in Kalbarri, there's no better place than this intimate, luxurious B&B. The suites come with spa baths, the…
Tauranga
This near-harbour-front home conversion is a haven of soft sounds and soft colours sitting quietly below the main road. Its one-bedroom, self-contained…
Bay of Plenty
Sitting pretty at the most beautiful end of the beach, this nine-room motel is gingerbread-cute after a fresh paint job and refurb. Rooms range from…
