Australia's lodges offer a diverse array of experiences, from luxurious retreats to unique eco-friendly stays, each providing an unforgettable connection with nature.
From the rugged landscapes of the outback to the serene rainforests and pristine beaches, these lodges offer a blend of comfort and adventure. Whether you're after a romantic getaway, a wildlife adventure, or a peaceful escape, there's a lodge that caters to your needs.
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New South Wales (Jindabyne)
An intimate lodge in lovely Jindabyne, offering European-style guest rooms within sight of the lake. Rooms are decorated in soft grey & white tones, with black & white photos & cosy quilts. With a billiards table & crackling fireplaces, the lounges are hugely appealing. A charming mountainside B&B.
Western Australia (Australia)
Cygnet Bay Pearls is Australia's oldest working pearl farm, and offers accomodation in old pearl workers' cottages or luxurious safari style tents. Each are ensuite, with fantastic views to the beach and BBQ facilities. Do the crew mess experience and dine with the pearl farmers.
Queensland (Australia)
Situated on a billabong six hours north of Cairns on the Cape York peninsula, this lodge is set in a tropical wildlife haven, with over 200 species of birds in the area. Ten simple yet comfortable, wooden cabins have private bathrooms and verandas. Ideal for an inexpensive outback adventure.
New South Wales (Australia)
A charming country escape in the heart of the Blue Mountains National Park. Guest rooms are large & light, with fantastic views across Jamison Valley. The serene spa, indoor & outdoor pools, tennis courts & award-winning restaurant add to the luxury appeal for guests of all ages. Absolutely lovely.
Queensland (North Tamborine)
A relaxed Tambourine Mountain retreat for quiet couples or groups of friends, with chalets & a two-bedroom villa tucked amidst rainforested grounds. Modern interiors are simple, allowing nature — and the area's famous birdlife — to take centre stage. The restaurant crafts fresh, seasonal cuisine.
Maleny (Queensland)
A gorgeous 1905-built residence in pretty Maleny, transformed into a guesthouse in the 1940s. Now an elegant, adults-only lodge with wood-panelled walls, earthy tones, soft linens & wood-burning stoves, the lodge offers four suites & a three-bedroom house. The swimming pool & gardens are enchanting.
Queensland (Malanda)
A tranquil nature retreat made up of 9 treehouses — some with 2-3 bedrooms — tucked in 230 acres of lush rainforest. Comfortable wooden treehouses have sitting rooms, kitchenettes, bedrooms & dining spaces with high ceilings & balconies for birdwatching. There's a tennis court & hiking paths, too.
Queensland (Australia)
A luxury eco lodge on the banks of the Mossman River. Expect stunning treehouses, suites and a river house with elegant interiors boasting hardwood floors, sumptuous en suites & verandahs overlooking the rainforest. Delicious food in the Treehouse Restaurant, and Healing Waters Spa for unwinding.
Tasmania (Australia)
An adult-only contemporary lodge offering luxury accommodation in one of Tasmania's most epic and rugged regions. An enormous lounge features vast swathes of glass and an equally impressive double sided fireplace. A place to come and discover the 'real' Tasmania.
Margaret River (Australia)
Set in the Margaret River region amid its own vines, this luxury lodge caters to every need. Traditional rooms ooze elegance and have glorious views over the gardens and lake. Surf, hike, cycle, swim and learn to cook in these beautiful surroundings. A luxury base for exploring the region.
Tasmania (Tasmania)
A collection of understated coastal cabins & pavilions on beautiful Coles Bay in the remote Freycinet National Park. Crisp contemporary spaces have clean lines & earthy colour palettes: the focus is very much on the views. Two excellent restaurants, a buzzy bar & myriad outdoorsy activities await.
Queensland (Beechmont )
A remote collection of lodges, tiny houses & campgrounds in the Woonoongoora-Lamington National Park. Simple, modern interiors with huge windows allow dazzling mountain views to take centre stage. Bird-filled hikes to roaring waterfalls & verdant forests abound. A back-to-nature haven for all.
Northern Territory (Australia)
Luxury hotel offering spacious, air conditioned ensuite rooms and a swimming pool with magnificent views across the Katherine gorge. Original work by Australian artists hangs on walls. Take advantage of indigenous guides and wildlife tours to take in this unique landscape.
Tasmania (Australia)
A stylish and romantic coastal retreat with access to two stunning private beaches. Charming cottages are clad in earthy tones, and feature log fires, spa baths and full kitchens. Many also boast ocean views. Flavoursome seasonal fare and a plethora of activities complete the picture. Exceptional.
Queensland (Daintree )
A spectacular property with a strong eco ethos, situated right in the tropical Daintree rainforest, a World Heritage site, with bar, restaurant and in-house Spa offering yoga sessions. Set near the sea and the Great Barrier Reef, so there's a wealth of nature-related activities to explore.
New South Wales (Australia)
Set in eight acres of English style gardens, this charming retreat offers peace & tranquility in a stunning setting on the edge of Bouddi National Park. Expect Hamptons-inspired accommodation in charming blue-and-white suites and cottages, plus a spa, swimming pool and fabulous restaurant.
New South Wales (Australia)
Glamping has never been so glamourous as at this eco-retreat. Twelve luxurious safari tents sit amongst eucalyptus and paperbark trees, each with a deck area or veranda. There's a restaurant and communal kitchen on the premises, and free bikes and canoes available for exploring the area.
Tasmania ( Australia)
A beautiful one-bedroom retreat in 250 acres of stunning native bushland near the coast. Minimalist contemporary interiors feature designer furnishings, floor-to-ceiling windows & a cosy wood-burning stove. A romantic couples' hideaway with a fully stocked kitchen & bar and dazzling views.
Margaret River (Western Australia)
Six contemporary villas sit within 66 acres of leafy lakeside grounds close to Margaret River. Modern hideaways have private decks, hot tubs and big bedrooms. Cook up a storm with fresh farmers' market produce or arrange an in-villa private chef for gorgeous gourmet dinners. An exceptional retreat.
Lord Howe Island (Australia)
A collection of 9 elegant suites offering inspired by the Australian beach house aesthetic. Dazzling views of Mounts Gower & Lidgbird await. Think chic, contemporary luxury, with an indulgent spa, cracking cuisine & the island's wonders just steps away. Exceptionally intimate & romantic.
Pokolbin (Australia)
A luxury lodge set within a picturesque vineyard in the dazzling Hunter Valley. Characterful rooms are both indulgent and charming: think solid antique furniture, artefacts from around the world and all the mod-cons. Dine in the locally renowned restaurant and, of course, sample the wines.
Tasmania (Tasmania)
A gorgeous glamping retreat, with five luxurious tents on the banks of the tranquil Derwent River. Tents feature double beds, patterned rugs, private terraces & ensuite bathrooms with big wooden tubs. Guests gather in the main lodge for breakfasts, three-course dinners & games by the fire. Lovely.
Byron Bay (Mullumbimby Creek)
A beautiful rural retreat, with hip pavilions & a refreshing pool on Mount Koonyum. Built using reclaimed materials, the three modernist pavilions are dazzling small spaces of steel, wood & glass. Gourmet breakfasts & multi-course dinners await, along with soothing massages. Honeymoon bliss.
Haggerstone Island (Australia)
Roy and Anna Turner have spent twenty years creating the ultimate barefoot luxury resort. There are four huts built with local materials set along the beach of this stunning island, and all food is grown or caught on the island, and freshly prepared. A once in a lifetime experience.
Northern Territory (Northern Territory)
A sensational escape with just 12 guest rooms in a retro farmhouse on a vast, 400,000-acre cattle station. Immerse yourself in the magic of the outback, with elegant rooms featuring handwoven textiles, wrought-iron beds & garden views. Produce is sourced from the grounds & activities abound. Epic!
Kangaroo Island (South Australia)
Nestled close to Willoughby Lighthouse with panoramic views over Pink Beach Bay, this tranquil retreat comprises a handful of airy, rooms, suites & villas with a fresh, nautical feel, each with a private deck (the best with outdoor tub). Delicious dinners champion South Australian produce. Magical.
Queensland (Mt Mulligan)
Set in the shadow of sacred Mount Mulligan, this understated luxury lodge offers wooden pavilions & tented rooms with big beds, minimalist furnishings & dazzling views. Much of the restaurant's produce is grown onsite & guests are invited to fish, hike & kayak on the 28,000-hectare grounds. Superb.
Tasmania (Tasmania)
One of Australia's most exceptional escapes, Kittawa offers two one-bedroom lodges on 96 acres of windswept coastal dunes on remote King Island. Minimalist designer spaces place the landscape centre stage. The hosts create feasts of seasonal produce & arrange outdoorsy adventures galore. A haven.
Canberra (ACT)
A fabulous & highly unusual family-owned lodge set within the National Zoo & Aquarium. African-inspired bungalows, treehouses & a main lodge feature carved wood, earthy tones & big bathtubs. Rooms border enclosures so guests are metres from lions, giraffes & bears. A real gem for wildlife fans.
New South Wales (Blackheath)
Tucked amidst the forests of the Blue Mountains, four contemporary cabins promise minimalist interiors & dazzling views. Expect clean lines, polished wood & floor-to-ceiling windows, as well as enormous bathrooms with sink-into tubs, cosy wood-burning stoves & big decks to stare up at the stars.
New South Wales (Australia)
A beautiful hideaway high above the village of Pretty Beach on the Bouddi Peninsula. Four luxurious pavilions have elegant living spaces, big bathrooms & spellbinding views. The indulgent restaurant-lounge boasts a sandstone fireplace & gourmet eatery with wine cellar. An exceptional retreat.
Western Australia (Australia)
A tropical oasis in the rugged landscape of El Questro Wilderness Park. Nine suites offer comfort, luxury and privacy, plus breathtaking views over the Chamberlain River. The perfect place to explore the best of the region’s swimming holes, waterfalls, rainforest and rock formations.
Queensland (Orpheus Island, Great Barrier Reef)
A spectacular immersion into the tranquil beauty of the Great Barrier Reef, with 14 airy suites on Orpheus Island. Whitewashed spaces feature pale wood, big cosy beds, indoor-outdoor bathrooms & ocean views. With a saltwater infinity pool, water sports aplenty & gourmet fare, this is a real treat.
South Australia (South Australia)
A magical 14-bedroom lodge in the Adelaide Hills, with mesmerising views. Contemporary open-plan suites feature original artwork, beautifully crafted furnishings, indulgent bathrooms & private panoramic balconies. Plus there's an infinity pool and fine dining. Utterly dazzling.
New South Wales (Berowra Waters)
Set on a bend of the Hawkesbury River, this tranquil retreat offers 14 luxurious tents & bungalows built from locally sourced timber & river stone. Expect minimalist contemporary interiors, with big bathrooms & uninterrupted river views. A serene spa & gourmet restaurant add to the romantic appeal.
South Australia (Australia)
Set on a private 60,000-acre reserve bordering Arkaba Creek, this restored 1850s homestead offers a rare opportunity to reconnect with the natural world. Expect five elegant guest rooms, each with marvellous views. Return from the legendary Arkaba Walks to savour gourmet fare at this hidden haven.
Kangaroo Island (South Australia)
Reopened in December 2023, the highly acclaimed Southern Ocean Lodge has kicked things up a notch. Exquisite contemporary suites — some with plunge pools — overlook the sparkling waters of Hanson Bay, whilst outdoor adventures, a soothing spa & gourmet delights await. An exceptional luxury escape.