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A night at the museum; well, not quite. However, the impressive MONA Pavillions offer a luxury accommodation experience located in the outskirts of Hobart and share a strong connection to the world famous Museum of Old and New Art which boasts unique art collections and exhibits from around the world.
The Marion Hotel provides 62 well-appointed guest rooms and is located near Flinders University, Flinders Hospital, and Westfield Marion mall, offering an upbeat and convenient accommodation experience in Adelaide's south-western suburbs.
Fancy a tranquil escape to a lush peninsula on the beautiful Hawkesbury River? Arrive via boat or on a thrilling helicopter ride! Choose from a pro-tent or bungalow for your stay in well-equipped wilderness.
Boasting an unmatched historical charm in the area, this historical hotel offers one of the most central, locally-authentic stays in the beautiful Martinborough area of New Zealand.
Stay at the first vineyards in the world to see the sun each day, in New Zealand's North Island. Sip vintage wines from the underground cellar and learn about the family history of this luxury property.
Medusa Hotel is a sophisticated and stylish boutique hotel located in the heart of Sydney's vibrant Darlinghurst district.
Blending high-end design with the serene surroundings of Yamba in New South Wales, Micalo presents an exquisite high-end design environment accommodating up to 20 guests with an array of private on-site facilities.
Braddon the epitome of innovation in Canberra. Stay central to this thriving local scene made up of cool artisan coffee roasters, offbeat cafes, and contemporary restaurants in what it otherwise a relatively conservative capital.
Stay in luxury on the doorstep of one of New Zealand’s most iconic natural landmarks, Milford Sound. Nestled in the heart of a world-class wildernessthis property is the ultimate experience for adventure seekers.
Framed by the aptly named Remarkables Mountain Range and set on 650 acres of lush fairways, rolling hills and gentle streams this property is golfers heaven.
Stay at one of the most secluded and private luxury lodges in the world, positioned in a high alpine meadow surrounded by incredible mountain views.
An inspiring renovation of a 160 year old heritage home by visionary mother-daughter, Lisa and Isabella White. Get ready to embrace the beauty and history of Brisbane's most charming accommodation?
A standout design experience for any independent traveller. This cool boutique hotel offers a unique experience in Hobart with a modern twist, featuring lush living walls, quality mid-century furnishings and convenient access to Salamanca markets.
A refined retreat in the Southern Highlands with a collection of modern Australian art, eight exquisite bedrooms with opulent marble ensuites and antique furnishings, a balance between old-world and contemporary elegance.
Motel Molly is a stylish, sun-soaked hotel located on the New South Wales South Coast that evokes the nostalgic charm of Palm Springs.
Mount Lofty House offers a luxurious 5-star boutique hotel experience with breathtaking panoramic views of the Piccadilly Valley in Cleland National Park, complete with four poster beds, fireplaces and balconies.
This modern hotel, with a history as a bank from 1914, is located conveniently in the heart of Paddington's main thoroughfare and just minutes away from Paddington Markets, William Street and the home of Sydney Fashion, The Intersection.
Designed as a fairy-tale cottage, full of character and old-world charm, with rustic touches and romance in every corner this is the place to stay with a lover.
Whether you're in town for a leisurely vacation or a chic business trip, this hotel promises a stay that's truly unforgettable for those seeking the crème de la crème.
A sweet spot for your next stay in the world’s coolest little capital, you should choose this small but perfect boutique hotel curated for an out-of-this-world guest experience.
Experience the best of Noosa's beachfront life from one of the most luxurious apartment hotels. Wake up just steps away from Hastings Street's bustling boutiques and dining experiences, or set down with sunsets over Noosa Main Beach.
This unique Port Douglas resort has our tick of approval! Surrounded by lush gardens and Balinese-inspired architecture, Niramaya Villas and Spa is perfect for immersing in the beauty of Northern Queensland while enjoying modern conveniences close to tow!
Mossy Point has undergone a stylish makeover, evolving from a laid-back destination into a Southern gem of New South Wales. With its boutique resort style revamp, Spanish-mission inspired architecture, and 14 recently upgraded suites that offer breathtaking vistas of the Deua Mountain Ranges, could this be the ultimate vacation experience to aspire to?
Filled with mid-century furnishings and art work, this modern boutique hotel is located in pictureque Orential Bay on Wellington's beautiful waterfront.
This classic coastal resort on Noosa's Main Beach lives up to its name. On The Beach Resort offers the ultimate resort-style living with stylish apartments and penthouses, direct beach access, heated pool, and spa treatments for a modern and luxurious Noosa experience.
This somewhat lesser known hideaway is pure bliss. Orpheus Island National Park is home to this all-inclusive luxury resort experience with contemporary suites and gourmet meals, as well as an array of activities to enjoy the pristine wilderness and warmer temperatures of Northern Queensland.
Osborn House is a sophisticated boutique hotel amidst pristine landscapes, boasting 22 luxuriously cozy rooms. Dating back to 1882, this distinguished country estate is conveniently located just 2 hours away from both Sydney and Canberra.
This cool and modern boutique hotel in Canberra's NewActon cultural precinct goes beyond offering trendy guest rooms and a meat-free menu by also providing green initiatives to make guests more aware of their environmental footprint.
Located on the corner of Chapel Street and Toorak Road, this bright hotel captures the vibrant culture of its neighbourhood with its mid-century retro chic design and trendy eatery Lona Misa featuring Latin-inspired vegan and vegetarian food.
With its 102 luxurious studio suites, rooftop pool (with view), sauna, gym and Société Patisserie; this is one of Fortitude Valley's most accomplished designer hotel experiences.
Cool kids - you're invited. This contemporary, Los Angeles-style boutique hotel in the heart of Sydney's Paddington neighbourhood with amenities such as a splash pool, vibrant courtyard bar and street-level restaurant.
Discover a glamorous take on camping with luxury safari tents, delicious candlelit dinners, canoeing and biking in Jervis Bay. This is a quintessential Australian accommodation concept unique to New South Wales delivering on a special partnership between the wilderness and life's luxuries.
This place packs serious concept punch! Within the former Paramount Pictures building in Surry Hills discover a unique 29-room boutique hotel with popular coffee shop, retro-style cinema, co-working space and rooftop, making it the perfect destination for guests seeking an authentic lifestyle experience.
An upscale hotel in New Zealand's wine country offering cozy cottages with all the modern amenities, a delicious breakfast buffet, an open-air bar, and recreational activities including an outdoor pool, tennis court, and lake with a jetty!
If you fancy spending a few evenings in a grand, modern luxury hotel positioned on Auckland's waterfront this is the one. Impressive harbour views vie for attention with the stylish Nautical vibe interiors.
This waterfront restaurant, bar and boutique hotel enjoys sweeping views across Pittwater bay, to Scotland Island, and is in close proximity to Kur-ing-gai National Park. A local favourite with brilliant coffee!
With its stunning views of the Coral Sea, this refined hotel in Palm Cove is undeniably one of the most iconic resorts. Offering luxury accommodations, two pools, a swim-up bar, day spa, and rooftop barbecue areas. This is an ideal home away from home in the tropics of Northern Queensland.
Set in a 1930s mansion on the shores of Lake Rotorua with an unspoiled beach, this 5-star luxury lodge is a private local oasis that is ideal for discovering the unique region of that is Rotorua.
A family-run historical estate of understated luxury in Tasmania's East Coast, offering luxe private cottages, beach front views, an award winning restaurant, and plenty of outdoor activities.
This multimillion-dollar restoration is one of Western Australia’s best: an 1890s flour mill in the country town of Katanning turned into a boutique hotel designed by Fremantle architect Michael Patroni.
Exclusivity of a new level. This award winning lodge in Bouddi National Park offers an unmatched food and service experience with private plunge pools and a traditional, indigenous welcome to country ceremony. All this, and more, just a 90-minute drive from Sydney.
An upscale 5-star experience with tastefully decorated accommodation and a variety of dining and poolside luxuries. Just a 25-minute drive from Cairns Airport, the Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort & Spa will have you at the heart of tropical North Queensland ready to live like a local.
A tropical North Queensland resort that comes with a strong air of confidence. Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort & Spa offers modern luxury accommodations, top-rated cuisine, and pampering spa treatments in the picturesque town of Port Douglas.
One of the few 5-star hotels in central Rotorua. Discover shooting geysers, bubbling mud, natural hot springs and magical forests located near this modern hotel. A standout local buffet breakfast is on offer at the farm-to-table grill restaurant.
World Class luxury boutique hotel located in a converted 1940 hydroelectric pump station, boasting mature and modern rooms that perfectly capture the essence of its lakeside location with an urban-chic and rugged outdoorsman vibe.
Another banger from the team at QT Hotels. Focused on vibrancy, local surrounds and design this beauty celebrates bold design and personalised service that’s strikingly off the wall at an inner city property with plenty of individual style.
QT Bondi, a trendy boutique hotel overlooking the ocean, offers a serene and art-filled sanctuary in the heart of the world's most beloved beach. Each room is designed like a personal apartment, providing a peaceful oasis for refreshing before immersing yourself in Bondi's lively atmosphere.
Setting the Surfers scene. QT Gold Coast offers contemporary, design savvy accommodation just one block away from Main Beach Surfers Paradise. Complete with an outdoor pool, stylish spa and multiple dining options under the one roof this is your city beach hideout in one of Australia's best beachside destinations.
QT Perth offers luxurious comfort and unique industrial design near a vibrant waterfront precinct, with chic bars, restaurants, designer shops, and State Buildings all in walking distance.
Amidst vibrant peaks, this colourful designer hotel is known for its emphasis on delivering local life through every experience for guests. Making QT easily one of the most exciting accommodation concepts in central Queenstown.
The State and Gowings building is a stunning architectural blend of Gothic, art deco, and Italianate style, housing an iconic hotel with buzzing bar and in house restaurant that has welcomed some of the biggest celebrities and musicians in the world.
The room decor dances across the spectrum from timeless elegance to avant-garde modernity, at this quirky boutique hotel sitting directly across from Te Papa Museum.
This could be Australia's most influential world-class island resort. Located on Hamilton Island, this private hideaway offers sublime accommodation with views of the Coral Sea and the Great Barrier Reef, as well as intimate personalised service and an unforgettable Spa Qualia experience.
This boutique hotel overlooks Perth's waterfront Esplanade, offering contemporary design, impressive amenities and a hip rooftop bar with stunning views of the city and Swan River.
An iconic whitewashed villa on Wategos Beach in Byron Bay, said to have been designed by Salvador Dalí himself! Renovated in 2017 with luxury sea-inspired decor, offering seven individually designed rooms with stunning oceanside views and popular restaurant.
Perched at the edge of the sea, this exceptional establishment is a beloved icon of the South Australian coastline. Renowned for its prime and bustling location in Henley Beach, delectable pub cuisine, and mere 100m distance from the shoreline, this converted boutique hotel offers an incomparable summer experience for visitors to Adelaide.
Unrivalled in Lake Taupo, spread out in these modern 1-4 bedroom apartments in prime location boasting private hot tubs and impressive views across the Taupo township and glistening waters of Lake Taupō
Awarded as the Worlds Best Boutique Hotel, Saffire Freycinet is an all-inclusive resort in Tasmania's Freycinet National Park that stands out with its unique design, unparalleled level of luxury, and tailored experiences and services.
This could be the epitome of The Australian Beach getaway, found just over 1 hour from Port Macquarie. Book luxury self-contained villas wth access to a heated mineral swimming pool, sun beds, BBQ area and local wildlife.
Near the edge of one of New Zealand’s most spectacular natural attractions, this is an enticing and dramatic region of the South Island to visit.
George Gorrow and Cisco Tschurtschenthaler's newest boutique hotel offers a 360-degree experience of music, art, stylish design, and surfing in a fun 70s-inspired setting just beyond the crowded tourist traps in Crescent Head.
A luxury like no other in Adelaide. Sequoia offers a personalised and private escape with exclusive daily experiences and world-class culinary tastings in the stunning Adelaide Hills.
A wild blend of rock n' roll, wilderness retreat and eco-designed accommodation, this is where Mick Jagger would shack-up when visiting the South Island.
If these walls could talk! Ship Inn Stanley offers luxurious suites and apartments with modern amenities, a gym, yoga studio, and more, all set in the charming town of Stanley for a unique experience exploring Tasmania's North West Coast.
The birds are calling! Silky Oaks Lodge in the Daintree National Park offers modern, eco-friendly accommodations, fine dining, and a variety of activities such as canoeing, snorkelling, and guided walks, as well as a luxurious Healing Waters Spa.
Sky Farm Villa is a sustainable haven for two that encapsulates values of sustainability, community, ingenuity, and creativity, offering breathtaking views and an alfresco bathtub experience.
Stay at a premiere luxury lodge with breathtaking views over Lake Tarawera, set in a lush natural bush and volcanic landscape backdrop.
An oasis of tranquility this unique property set in the Byron Bay Hinterland on 22 acres of rainforest is what true relaxation is all about. Walk through the lush bamboo and lychee forests on the property and calm your mind now and forever.
Offering a luxurious, secluded escape to Gerringong Australia, SOUL Farmhouse and SOUL Cottage offer perfect coastal accommodation for large groups to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
With a laid-back 'down-south' feel and located conveniently at the doorstep of Western Australia's Margaret River region, discover bespoke cabins, stylish modern apartments, and a vibrant onsite brewhouse, beer garden, and café in Dunsborough.
The return of the all-inclusive, adults only escape. Set in the stunning forests of The Blue Mountains, this ultra luxurious all-inclusive adult escape is located 15 km from Richmond Golf Course and an 80-minute drive from Sydney.
With a strong repeat following and claim to fame as the former residence of the 'Jones' family, a beloved luxury retailer in Australia, this convenient guest house goes above and beyond to honour its stylish history and deliver the friendliest hospitality.
Stillwater Seven is a reflective and nostalgic boutique accommodation in Launceston, Tasmania, which honors the city's storied past by breathing new life into an old flour mill.
Stay at a breathtaking property on Lake Hayes, surrounded by sprawling gardens and vines with stunning panoramic views of the spectacular lake and mountains.
Found on one of Christchurch's most happening retail and dining precincts, Victoria Street. This contemporary hotel features luxe rooms, The Lane - a modern all-day bistro - and elegant day spa 'Moss' ticking all the boxes for a convenient city escape.
Think of a 1970's California ranch house, lush rolling green hills, and a culinary master, hunter and gatherer all in one. Yes, it is paradise. Sun Ranch is an idyllic estate perfect for travellers looking for solace and a variety of activities such as yoga, swimming and ice baths.
Luxurious guest rooms amidst natural beauty, with nearby attractions such as Mangawhai Beach and Tawharanui Regional Park for exploration, plus world-class golf courses designed by Tom Doak and Bill Coore & Ben Crenshaw.
This luxurious eco-designed retreat provides is close to nature but far from ordinary, on New Zealand’s beautiful West Coast. The four wings of the retreat enclose a preserved native rain forest for the ultimate immersion into nature.
Step into a world of 1960's chic at this stylish 20-room hotel on the Gold Coast, offering easy access to a wealth of bars, restaurants, and attractions as well as retro inspired communal courtyard and sea view rooms.
This private retreat offers guests a modern and stylish escape from everyday life in the Byron Hinterland, with an enchanting pool and 360-degree views overlooking one of our most favourite Australian towns, Bangalow.
This urban design hotel boasts one of the world's largest mega murals, stunning city views, an inviting outdoor pool, restaurant, bar and gym, as well as complimentary art tours and in-room art channels.
Step back in time with this beautifully restored Victorian inn by former chef of Sean’s Panorama, Hugh Wennerbom, and his accomplished architect wife, Mary Ellen Hudson. The inn is a perfect retreat for those seeking a tranquil rural getaway, surrounded by the natural beauty of Taralga.
A boutique trailblazer, this coastal Byron Bay hotel is surrounded by lush tropical gardens and restored whitewash cottages, featuring rooms decorated with the work of local artisans that provide an authentic coastal experience.
Choose from hotel or apartment style accommodation, this Cairns Hotel is just one block back from the Cairns Esplanade and a short 10-minute walk away from the Marlin Marina.
Nestled in a charming neighbourhood, this coastal guesthouse is just a stone's throw away from the energetic Bondi Beach. With nearby attractions like shops and bars that line Bondi Road, and being a short stroll from Bondi Junction train station, convenience is at your fingertips. This place is like a tropical paradise, not only offering fabulous amenities, but also giving back to the community.
The Berry View is a nostalgic boutique motel with thirteen uniquely appointed rooms, exuding a chill and carefully curated atmosphere full of devilishly charming Mid-Century Modern design details.
The Blue Water Motel by Jason Grant offers 17 newly-revamped rooms and a spacious 4-bedroom Beach House with a trendy design aesthetic to capture the laid-back coastal vibe of Kingscliff.
Surrounded by stunning views of Patonga Bay, this stylish and considered local bayside pub offers accommodation options ranging from private apartments to a four-bedroom cottage with pool.
A masterpiece of design and comfort this property offers vistas so breathtaking you will have to pinch yourself that your really here. Well-appointed rooms with stylish, tailored opulence hoavering above a Lotus pond. All your relaxation dreams come true here.
A hip small boutique hotel with a casual and elegant atmosphere postioned just above Oneroa's bay of white sandy beaches, so you can pop in for a dip anytime of the day.
The Bower Byron Bay is a chic boutique hotel and spa that combines 1970s nostalgia with modern luxury, perfect for trendy jet-setters looking to indulge in coastal living.
The Brunswick is a chic boutique hotel with stylish minimalist rooms featuring quality amenities for the sophisticated traveler. An adults only accommodation, be sure to make the most of your private abode central to the trending town Brunswick Heads.
The ultimate coastal destination to live like a local in North Bondi. This unique collection of 14 designer furnished apartments are located just 250m from the sands of Bondi Beach. The perfect accommodation for short, medium and long term stays.
Overlooking Lake Wakatipu, this hotel is Queenstown’s newest luxury hotel and beyond five star experience including a spacious Penthouse that exceeds expectation.
Each room has a surreal atmosphere, similar to Lewis Carroll's work, featuring unique wall art, whimsical furniture and a vivid color scheme to enliven your stay.
This street art-themed hotel featuring works from world-acclaimed artists is Brisbane's answer to urban cool. Offering all-day dining, meeting rooms, fitness room, and a prime location within walking distance of Fortitude Valley Train Station, it's the accommodation solution for work and play, all day.
Located in the emerging neighbourhood of Grey Lynn, The 1922 Convent Hotel Conversion is an epic concept and stylish boutique hotel offering a unique local experience, with its own chic restaurant Ada serving up delicious Italian dishes.
Located in the trendy Prahran district and giving right of way access to hipster havens like Greville Street, The Cullen is a contemporary Art Series Hotel that offers Mediterranean cuisine, Hu Tong Dumpling Bar and spectacular views of Melbourne CBD.
The wonderland of Queenstown evokes a sense of disbelief with the stunning views of the Alps and Lake Wakatipu from this chalet-style hotel. Botanical themed wallpapers catch your eye in each room - Wes Anderson should stay here!
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