Accommodation

Highlights

Woman lying on Reefsleep bed with a book at Reefworld on Great Barrier Reef

Australia’s famous Great Barrier Reef sleepover just fixed its biggest flaw

Reefworld’s shift to overnight-only stays means private reef access, fewer crowds and a far calmer reef experience.

The swimming pool at The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne

This Melbourne hotel has set the bar sky high

Welcome to Hotel Addict, a monthly column where I check into Australia’s best hotels and share what makes them worthy of your wishlist.

Hunter Valley

17 of the best Hunter Valley caravan parks and glamping sites

Save on accommodation and pour more pennies into wine with ultra-comfortable Hunter Valley caravan parks and glamping.

Yarra Valley

The dark sky stay with incredible stargazing an hour from Melbourne

At this luxurious Yarra Valley retreat, the stars align for the ultimate celestial experience.

Hamilton Island

10 of the best Hamilton Island accommodation picks

Cool hideouts, beachfront hotels, five-star resorts and grand holiday homes shine bright amongst the stellar selection of Hamilton Island accommodation options.

Woman in bath at Alba Thermal Springs and Spa

Australia

This serene Victorian bathhouse retreat just made MICHELIN’s best hotels list

This wellness-first stay is MICHELIN’S latest obsession.

Blue Mountains

Iconic Emirates Wolgan Valley to reopen as first-ever Ritz Carlton Lodge this year

Emirates Wolgan Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Lodge will open its doors in 2026, marking a fresh chapter for an Aussie icon.

the scenic Queanbeyan Riverside Caravan Park

Canberra

An essential Canberra caravan park and camping guide

Connect with nature at one of these top spots.

Canberra

East Hotel: why I’ve been staying at this Canberra accommodation for more than a decade

A review of one of Canberra’s most distinctive boutique hotels, from rooms and dining to location and lived-in details.