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Australia is as varied as it is enormous-- it is home to thriving cities, vast wilderness, and earnest, friendly people. Sydney is for sophisticates, with its famous opera house and annual Sculpture By the Sea outdoor art exhibits. Port Douglas makes a great base for snorkeling or diving the Great Barrier Reef, and quaint lighthouses keep vigil along the beaches of Byron Bay. Melbourne is a hub of rousing cricket activity, and the limestone pillars of the Pinnacles Desert are a natural wonder.
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1. Berkeley River Lodge
Overall Ratings
5 based on 355 reviews
In one of the last true wilderness areas on earth, between Timor Sea sunrises and Berkeley River sunsets, the ultimate Kimberley adventure and refined indulgence awaits. Only accessible by air, getting to the Berkeley is half the adventure. Leave modern life far behind and relax into the rhythms of nature in your luxurious villa floating atop the coastal dunes. Be one of the privileged few to set eyes upon breathtaking wilderness landscapes by river cruise or helicopter flight.
Awesome trip
Reviewed By SunshineCoastingWhat a magnificent location. Make sure it’s on your bucket list. The ultimate way to visit and experience the Kimberley’s! The staff were next level! Thank you so much. We will be back. It you get the chance you must do the Heli Sunset flight.
2. Grand Hyatt Melbourne
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6143 reviews
Grand Hyatt Melbourne hotel is a 5-star hotel on Collins Street in the centre of CBD, business, luxury shopping, theatre and restaurant district. The hotel is located within walking distance of Princess Theatre, Federation Square and Southgate. The hotel provides 550 rooms and suites with extensive meeting rooms and event facilities, spectacular upper and lower lobbies, the restaurant, Collins Kitchen, the bar, RU-CO, as well as an exclusive retail environment and innovative events venue, the residence. Guests booking into Club accommodation will enjoy all the benefits of the Grand Club lounge including personalised express check in and check-out, deluxe continental breakfast, all day refreshments, evening drinks with canapes and private meeting areas. For meetings and events, Grand Hyatt Melbourne offers the perfect combination of first-class function rooms, outstanding services and a range of flexible packages. For weddings our Melbourne hotel offers a range of romantic rooms for your special day. Grand Hyatt Melbourne also offers all guests' access to City Club Health & Fitness 24/7.
Great Experience
Reviewed By Jayne191257Great location in heart of the city with easy walking distance to the MCG, shopping and attractions. The staff provide exceptional service throughout our stay. The room was serviced daily and of a very high standard with many unexpected extras provided.
3. Thala Beach Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1783 reviews
Thala Beach Nature Reserve is a family owned 58 hectare nature and wildlife reserve 15 minutes south of Port Douglas. Get there from Cairns via a spectacular 45 minute drive along Captain Cook Highway. Elevated on stilts, 83 eco designed timber bungalows are discretely concealed within the forest canopy, blending in with the natural environment and feature ocean, mountain or forest views. Panoramic views are enjoyed from open-sided Osprey's Restaurant across the forest canopy and beyond to the Coral Sea. Guests and visitors dine amongst birds in the surrounding treetops, whilst enjoying modern Australian cuisine with friendly and attentive service. Granite boulders, waterfalls and overhanging trees create natural swimming pools blending discretely within the environment. Paths wind through rainforests and woodlands, connecting with secluded coves and beaches, passing through habitats for endemic birds, wildlife and flora. Guests enjoy complimentary guided nature tours by onsite rangers including tree planting, stargazing at an outdoor observatory, beach discovery, wildlife walks and bird-watching tours. A completely organic 650 tree coconut plantation is home to a unique coconut odyssey tour highlighting the extraordinary qualities of the 'tree of life'.
Thala Beach Nature Reserve, Stunning !
Reviewed By FellowTraveler787507Thala Beach Nature Reserve is the absolute benchmark for a special getaway to remember. Thala sits on a quiet peninsula overlooking the Coral Sea atop the stunning Oak Beach. It is full of beautiful native flora and fauna and is quite simply an environmental paradise. We relaxed from the minute we arrived and were greeted by very friendly staff, then settled into our lovely cabin with its views of that stunning sea. Heaven. Thala's irresistible billabong pool with its beautiful surrounds and unique and clever layout made us feel like we always had our privacy, even while others were swimming there. The owners of this lovely place really did their homework. Ospreys Restaurant, beautiful food for breakfast and dinner and wow, what stunning views! We never wanted to leave before the sunset.. Also, highly recommend an afternoon visit to the bar (it too with lovely views). You will love the "Thala Collins" cocktail! We were sad to leave this special place and its fabulous staff who went out of their way to make our week so enjoyable and special, it's beautiful Oak Beach and its resident Goannas, birds, Papuan frogmouth and its glorious butterflies. Complete relaxation, complete enjoyment, a holiday we will never forget. Thank you Thala Beach Nature Reserve. My husband and I can't wait to return.
4. Mantra Lorne
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 4833 reviews
Mantra Lorne offers a range of facilities including a family friendly Brasserie and Bar, Endota Day Spa, 18 hole putt putt course and heated indoor mineral pool. Local attractions surrounding and within easy reach of the resort include Erskine Falls, the Twelve Apostles, Split Point Lighthouse and the Angahook State Forest. There is a range of accommodation options including resort rooms, one and two bedroom apartments as well as Heritage Hotel rooms. The one and two bedroom apartments are fully self contained and feature kitchen and share laundry facilities, reverse cycle air conditioning, private balcony and VCR or DVD players. Resort rooms and hotel rooms feature a range of outlooks including filtered ocean views or garden views and some offer spa baths. *Note - As bedding configurations vary please request your requirements at time of booking, but please note this request cannot be guaranteed. Important information: In accordance with recent Government directives in response to slowing the spread of COVID-19, Hotel facilities may experience temporary closures or changes to operating times and/or services provided. Please contact our reception for further details. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding during this time.
Good location, comfortable rooms
Reviewed By peteraG7193QKRooms were very comfortable and clean the position was great right on the water and close to town The restaurant and bar was good value and enjoyable Staff were very helpful and friendly we would definitely stay there again. Pete
5. Peppers Beach Club Port Douglas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2308 reviews
Ideally positioned within a short stroll of the township of Port Douglas, Peppers Beach Club offers couples and families perfectly situated resort accommodation. Spoil yourself during your next holiday to the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest by staying in one of the beautifully appointed One, Two and Three Bedroom Suites or our spacious Penthouse. Lush gardens surround your accommodation, providing a tranquil ambiance throughout the resort grounds. For a touch of added luxury, some of the room types offer a swim-up pool deck, providing direct access to the tropical lagoon pool, bordered with swaying palm trees. Amenities are inclusive of complimentary WiFi, air-conditioning, stylish kitchen with all of the latest amenities, along with a spacious balcony to relax and enjoy the tropical vibe. Daily housekeeping allows you to completely unwind, leaving all the day-to-day cares to us. Leisure is at the heart of what we offer at Peppers Beach Club, with a large lagoon pool to cool off in, with some of the rooms featuring private decks where you can lounge on the pool edge with drink in hand while soaking in the Tropical North Queensland sunshine. When fitness is essential to your stay, our onsite gymnasium provides a place to keep fit, and we also offer bicycle hire for you to explore the local attractions at your own pace. For all of your activities and excursions, visit the Tour Desk located within the resort to discuss your plans for your time with us. Whether you’re planning to discover the World Heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef, explore the Daintree Rain Forest or hop onboard the Kuranda Skyrail, there are a myriad of experiences to be had. Experience hot ballooning, a helicopter or seaplane ride, try skydiving, snorkelling or diving; or simply throw down a towel on Four Mile Beach and watch the waves lap the shore. Koko Poolside Bar & Kitchen is the perfect spot for lounging. Fresh seafood that’s easy to eat and share, classic cocktails to enjoy in beautiful settings. Comfort food with a luxury twist. Important information: In accordance with recent Government directives in response to slowing the spread of COVID-19, Hotel facilities may experience temporary closures or changes to operating times and/or services provided. Please contact our reception for further details. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding during this time.
Nice hotel but probably not worth the $$$
Reviewed By 6torisLovely room, nice pool area although the way it’s set out with the lounges, if you’re in the pool you feel a bit like you are in a fishbowl. Atmosphere could be improved with some music rather than silence. Our room had a kitchen which was great but didn’t have basic condiments and cooking necessities which was disappointing. Restaurant needs a wider selection of food to cater for different guests. Overall nice stay, but not sure if ultimately worth the $$$
6. Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1536 reviews
Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley is an ultra-luxury conservation-based resort, located 2.5 hours’ drive from Sydney (190kms) in the World Heritage-listed Greater Blue Mountains region. Set on 7,000 acres of carbon-neutral conservation and wildlife reserve, the resort combines absolute luxury with a quintessentially Australian bush experience. Occupying just one per cent of the total land area, the resort features 40 elegantly appointed villas reminiscent of the Federation period, each with its own swimming pool, double-sided fireplace and private verandah with stunning valley views. The resort offers a unique blend of seclusion, native wildlife, dramatic natural beauty, conservation and heritage combined with unsurpassed luxury facilities and outstanding food and wine. Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley is part of One&Only Resorts and a member of Luxury Lodges of Australia.
Excellent Family Weekend Getaway
Reviewed By chrissy195We had the most magical weekend away with our kids. There was activities for them to partake in and the property was breathtaking. Sitting in front of the open fire with a glass of wine and spectacular food was so indulgent. From the nocturnal night tour to horse riding, to tennis and bike riding, it was the perfect weekend of activity and luxury. We will definitely be back!
7. Heron Island
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2282 reviews
Heron Island is a true coral cay situated on the World Heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef of Australia. Here you swim off the beach to an endless garden of coral. Activities include guided island and reef walks, semi-submersible I Spy, bird watching and beach picnics, plus a Reef Ranger program. Heron Island is famous around the world for its scuba diving and snorkeling with the mega marine life that make their home on Heron Reef.
Still a natural paradise; shame about the resort!
Reviewed By Warrick CMy partner and I stayed at Heron Island for 4 nights at the beginning of May. This was my 4th visit to the island, unable to resist the lure of the spectacular coral cay setting and all its abundant marine and bird life. Nothing has changed in this respect, although there are some signs of a small amount of bleaching of the coral on the reef. Sadly, the same cannot be said for the Heron Island Resort! All the accommodation and guest facilities (restaurant, bar, spa, pool) are old and tired, badly in need of a major refresh and modernisation. While our room was clean and tidy inside, the lounge and chairs were worn and grubby from many years of use. The outside was in a terrible state, with all the gutters being so full of vegetation and leaf litter that they were sagging and in same places broken. This was a very common sight around the resort! Added to that, the resort-wide WiFi was not working, and none of the staff seemed to know how and when it would be fixed. Likewise, the espresso coffee machines in the bar and restaurant were both broken, so it was impossible to get a decent coffee for the entire duration of our stay. The resort pool was also a big turn off, with its interior walls dirty and stained. The shop was also very poorly stocked and run down. Despite these deficiencies in the resort facilities, the staff - all of whom were from other countries - were generally very friendly, helpful and happy in their work. Those who worked in the restaurant, led the island and reef tours, and gave educational talks were particularly so. Here, Natalie, who took us on the walking tour of the island, gave numerous lectures on the marine life and coral of the Great Barrier Reef, and ran an excellent trivia night, deserves a special mention for her infectious enthusiasm and vast knowledge. Finally, while the restaurant falls far short of providing a 'fine dining' experience, the quality and variety of the food was reasonably good and there was plenty of it. In summary, if you want to experience the amazing natural beauty of the Great Barrier Reef with its rich and diverse marine and bird life, then Heron Island is still an excellent option. However, you will pay 'resort' prices (i.e. many hundreds of dollars per night) for accommodation and facilities that are now well below the standard of a modern resort. As such, this will most likely be my last visit to this beautiful place.
8. Alice's Cottages
Overall Ratings
5 based on 86 reviews
Our cottages are tastefully themed in old world charm... from England to Ireland to Scotland to Wales... from the glamorous world of French Boudoir to the mythical world of Camelot. We provide cosy and luxurious stays... with lovely wood fired ambiance for the evenings... and a hearty breakfast basket for the mornings.
English cottage
Reviewed By debby19666Loved our stay. I think this place has the most info I've ever seen. Any questions you might have are all covered in the information brochure. The breakfast basket was amazing and so plentiful and the free washer and dryer just a welcome bonus. It's old creaky and quirky and we loved it.
9. Crown Metropol Perth
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2303 reviews
On the banks of the world-famous Swan River overlooking the stunning sun kissed backdrop of the Perth city skyline, Crown Metropol Perth redefines luxury accommodation offering a distinctive, modern and unmistakably luxurious escape.Each of Crown Metropol Perth’s guest rooms are abundant with space and natural light and feature high-tech entertainment facilities, plush furnishings and spacious bathrooms, plus guests have access to our renowned resort-style pool area and children’s zone.
Family long weekend
Reviewed By LellyT86What a special place to stay. We all had a wonderful/luxurious 4 day stay at the Metropol. To start with the phone booking process was special. The lady who took my call managed to help me through with my 2 boys noisly interupting as if it were no trouble at all and genuinely seemed interested in why we were coming. Gold stars! The room was well appointed and comfortable and the staff amazing! Breakfast which was included in the hey hey vacay deal was delicious. The kids loved the pool despite the cold. It was great to be able to walk to optus stadium and the park. There were many other food options on site too. The concierge Ashley was a wonderful person helping with my sons split chin. Thanks Ashley. Again Gold stars! I have seen some negative feedback about the hotel of late and if I had to pick fault there were a few attention to detail things which if we wanted to find fault we could but knowing how hard it is to find staff at the moment, a drink ring from the previous guest on a side table is easy to look over considering the rest of the room was perfectly clean and comfy and the daily clean was always done to a high standard. Thanks for having us crown
10. Lizard Island Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 790 reviews
Lizard Island is truly secluded from the rest of the world. With 40 luxurious suites, it is the most northern resort in tropical North Queensland and is located directly on the Great Barrier Reef. The Resort is part of a preserved National Park covering 1,013 hectares, Lizard Island Resort is accessible by private air charter from Cairns Airport that services direct flights to and from most major Australian airports. The island experience is like no other place on the Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy secluded picnics with your own private dinghy on one of the many beaches, dive the famous Cod Hole, learn to snorkel or take in one of the numerous natural bird, wildlife, turtle or historical guided tours - there is so much on offer. Lizard Island is also famous for its game fishing and ,exciting light tackle sport fishing and has several vessels for private fishing excursions. At the end of a busy day, try a sunset beach degustation dinner on a private beach, relax in the soothing Essentia Day Spa or simply unwind in the the beautiful Salt Water restaurant and bar - Lizard is like nowhere else located right on the Great Barrier Reef
Lizard Island Pavilion - not worth the big bucks
Reviewed By JMeisterJamsOn arrival at Cairns airport despite being advised of our arrival flight, no-one was waiting to transfer us to East Air terminal and we had to utilise the lovely Cairns Airport volunteers to track down our ride. Once he was located we were transferred to the East Air terminal and the flight to the Island was both scenic and smooth, if a bit squishy for tall people. A simple commentary of the reefs we were flying over would have been appreciated. Our check-in was seamless over a glass of champagne and we were then shown to our room for 4 nights, The Pavilion. There was a welcome note and champagne from GM Leon, although we did not see nor hear from him during our 4 night stay. The room was well appointed with designer decor, mini bar and luxurious bathroom and spectacular views over Anchor Bay. An outdoor dining table with seating for six (although we were to learn later, neither guests nor dining was allowed at this table!) overlooking the ocean. Breakfast, lunch and dinner were served in Salt Water and were very good considering location and ingredients available , without being great. We did a Yoga session which was great and booked a dinghy with a picnic lunch and went for a fabulously simple and spectacular snorkel at nearby Watsons. We also paid an additional $500 for a snorkelling tour to MacGillivray (Banks) Reef which was great, but honestly Watsons was just as good. The Spa was excellent although the massage tables were weirdly narrow. Overall the experience, staff and location were excellent. However, was it worth the $5000 per night for The Pavilion? Frankly no. For well over twice the price of a standard room, it provided nothing additional in terms of service. We were disappointed to learn that for the four nights we were there, the two beachside dining tables were unavailable every night (evidently we should have known to book these in advance!) and whilst we were able to have canapés in The Pavilion, we were unable to have a single meal there (not even a bowl of muesli!) Totally wasted this space and for four nights, an unbelievable rip-off. COVID and staffing issues simply can’t be an excuse when you’re charging this much. A staff member mentioned they didn’t “have a licence” to deliver food to rooms and I have no idea what this meant, but clearly it didn’t apply to canapés!
