The cosiest Thredbo accommodation for your next winter escape

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From slopeside cabins and hotels to design-driven Airbnbs, Thredbo accommodation offers magnificent stays in the thick of the action.

A New South Wales alpine village overflowing with natural attractions, Thredbo is a year-round destination for outdoorsy types – and visitors are spoilt for choice in the accommodation stakes, too. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker seeking ski-in, ski-out options, a group craving privacy, a couple in need of romance or a family hoping to please everybody, these Thredbo accommodation options are the best in class.

Thredbo hotels and resorts

Lean into holiday life with Thredbo accommodation designed to spoil you with creature comforts. Think stellar onsite dining, always-on atmosphere and easy mountain access.

THREDBO ALPINE HOTEL

a snow-covered landscape at the property exterior of Thredbo Alpine Hotel
Thredbo Alpine Hotel is a peaceful retreat in the Snowy Mountains.

Best for: Easy access to the best mountains and Thredbo Mountain Bike Park

Offering the most convenient access point within all of Thredbo, the Thredbo Alpine Hotel is a rustic log cabin-inspired hotel that sits a short bridge away from the Merritts Gondola and Kosciuszko chairlift.

It’s the beating heart of Thredbo village, right next to the renowned party playground Alpine Bar and its thumping live music events. Plus, it’s only a few footsteps away from the best Thredbo eateries and shops.

Inside, the rooms are tidy and toasty, some positioned with sweeping mountain views, but most importantly the staff are warm, attentive and full of knowledge, making first-time visitors extremely comfortable instantly.

Settle into the Thredbo accommodation’s charming Lounge Bar for snacks, cocktails and board games (check behind the front desk if you can’t spot any) as the heat of its central open-plan fireplace radiates during the colder months. The menu also features a dedicated ‘Martini Cart’ to guide you through your preferred creation — an après-ski must. There’s also onsite parking, 24-hour reception, room service, a self-service laundry, a sauna and ski storage.

Price: $$$

Address: 8 Friday Drive, Thredbo

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RIVER INN THREDBO

The River Inn, Thredbo accommodation
River Inn Thredbo offers direct access to the slopes.

Best for: Families on a budget and easy access to the beginners’ mountains

Another Thredbo accommodation option boasting direct access to the action, River Inn Thredbo is located right next to the Friday Flat beginners’ area and opposite the Gunbarrel Chairlift.

The hotel is home to all the amenities you’ll need after a long day biking or hitting the slopes: a secure boot drying room and ski room, a guest lounge with a fireplace, a laundry and a restaurant and bar with a large beer garden that houses live music, perfect for letting your hair down while enveloped in nature.

As for the rooms, they are modest, but the drawcard is that they come in several configurations, making it ideal for large groups and families. Accommodating between two and six guests, each room features a TV, ensuite bathroom, bathroom and tea and coffee-making facilities, plus there are several interconnecting rooms.

Price: $$-$$$

Address: 4 Friday Drive, Thredbo

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THE DENMAN HOTEL THREDBO

Best for: Quiet rooms for families, groups and couples

Located further back in Thredbo’s village lies The Denman, a contemporary space that’s a little more relaxed than the Alpine or River Inn. Still catering to groups and families, the Thredbo accommodation is clean and elegant, providing a soothing oasis from the action.

There’s an onsite restaurant, The Terrace, and the upbeat Après Bar that often attracts non-hotel guests for its rocking vibes. Plus, there is a guest laundry, a library, a DVD movie library (a delightful blast from the past) and daily housekeeping.

The rooms themselves are very sweet, with some featuring balconies overlooking the mountains and all offering tea and coffee making facilities, bar fridges, private bathrooms and satellite TV.

Price: $$-$$$

Address: 21 Diggings Terrace, Thredbo

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BERNTI’S MOUNTAIN INN

the Bernti’s Mountain Inn, Thredbo accommodation
Opt for a luxury mountain stay at the majestic inn.

Best for: Luxe lodgings in the thick of it

Soaring a little higher up the sophistication ladder, Bernti’s Mountain Inn offers 30 suites that sleep anywhere from two to seven people. The boutique hotel is majestic at first sight, glowing with street lanterns and the soft mood lighting of its onsite restaurant The Bar & Brasserie, one of the best dining experiences in Thredbo.

Once inside, the rooms are chic, with some of the fancier ones fitted with a spa bath and fireplace. There’s also Bernti’s Day Spa providing all the sumptuous remedies one could need after a day spent galivanting, plus you’re only a short stroll away from the centre of the village and chairlifts.

Price: $$$$

Address: 4 Mowamba Place, Thredbo

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LAKE CRACKENBACK RESORT & SPA

kayaking at Lake Crackenback Resort & Spa, Thredbo
Breathe in fresh lakeside air at Lake Crackenback Resort & Spa. (Image: Destination NSW)

Best for: A bit of slope separation

It doesn’t sit strictly within the confines of Thredbo village, but this luxe, amenity-laden resort is worth a small detour.

Located just a 15-minute drive away, Lake Crackenback Resort & Spa provides lashings of space to roam around in, fresh lakeside air and a choice of chalets or apartments in either one, two or three-bedroom configurations.

It’s the perfect Thredbo accommodation for those who want to enjoy a few days on the piste and a few days off it, or those who have little interest in hitting the ski fields but want to enjoy what the Snowy Mountains has to offer.

Families are particularly well-catered to here. Go wildlife spotting on the resort grounds where you might spy local kangaroos, wallabies, wombats, possums, emus, birds, deer, rabbits or ducks. Take a dip in the heated indoor pool before hitting the sauna, tee off in a 9-hole golf course, dabble in archery, tennis, mountain biking, disc golf, trout fishing or canoeing, or throw in the towel and splurge on the day spa.

Price: $$$

Address: 1650 Alpine Way, Crackenback

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Thredbo caravan parks

Providing budget-friendly Thredbo accommodation in the most tranquil of locations, the region’s caravan parks ensure you keep costs low to spend more on your activities.

NRMA JINDABYNE HOLIDAY PARK

the glamtainer at NRMA Jindabyne Holiday Park
Settle into a glamtainer for an elevated stay.

Best for: Accessing both Thredbo and Perisher on a shoestring

Situated right on the edge of stunning Lake Jindabyne, NRMA Jindabyne Holiday Park is one of the prettiest budget stays in the region. Just a 30-minute drive from Thredbo village and Perisher, the sprawling property is an ideal choice for adventurers hoping to lap up both.

There’s even premium glamping in the way of its Glamtainer that sleeps up to four and has an indoor fireplace, outdoor dining space, kitchenette and bathroom. Prefer tiny homes? This place also offers an air conditioned, one-bedroom tiny home that sleeps up to four guests.

As for your usual caravan and camp sites plus cabins and villas, they’re all there and all beautifully maintained. Onsite facilities include a camp kitchen and pizza oven, gear hire, fire pit, a ski tuning table and drying room, a mountain bike repair and wash station, barbecues, playgrounds and a dump point.

Price: $-$$

Address: 6 Kosciuszko Road, Jindabyne

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DISCOVERY PARKS – JINDABYNE

the cabins at Discovery Parks Jindabyne, Thredbo accommodation
The cabins are perched in a picturesque location in the Snowy Mountains.

Best for: Last-minute escapes

Another picture-perfect spot for travellers looking to keep costs down as they explore two of Australia’s most epic adventure resorts, Discovery Parks – Jindabyne also resides on Lake Jindabyne, offering spectacular water views from every angle.

Stays range from unpowered tent and campervan sites to powered caravan and tent sites, plus there’s a whole range of cabins that cater for up to six guests. In-park facilities include sporting equipment hire, barbecues, kiosk, giant bouncing pillow for kids, laundry, playground and dump point.

Price: $-$$

Address: 6532 Kosciuszko Road, Jindabyne

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SNOWY RIVER HOLIDAY PARK

Best for: Crowd-free caravanning

Boasting a four-star rating, the Snowy River Holiday Park is a boutique five-acre property within one hours’ drive from Thredbo.

Housing just 10 self-contained cabins, 20 powered sites and 16 unpowered sites, this Thredbo accommodation provides clean mountain air minus excess tourists and lies on the banks of the Snowy River so everywhere you look is instantly soothing.

Facilities include a fully equipped camp kitchen, barbecues, drying room, laundry and Wi-Fi. The cabins are a great option as they’re fitted with en suite bathrooms, kitchenettes, TVs, microwaves, and all linens. Some are even pet-friendly.

Price: $-$$

Address: 1 Hamilton Street, Dalgety

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Thredbo camping spots

Bask in the region’s staggering natural beauty with a stay at Thredbo’s convenient camping spots.

Roughing it reaps the rewards of seriously astonishing scenery and a smorgasbord of outdoor activities at campgrounds that surround Thredbo and its village life.

The best of the bunch are located in Kosciuszko National Park, including Thredbo Diggings campground and Ngarigo campground, both accessible from the Kosciuszko Alpine Way. Fly fishing, wildlife encounters, epic hiking, mountain biking and even a bit of skiing can all be indulged in.

For a comprehensive sweep of all your options, check out our guide to the best Thredbo camping.

Airbnbs and apartments in Thredbo

Make it a home away from home as you and your clan take on mountain life by day and retire to private, self-contained sanctuaries by night.

RIVERSIDE CABINS

the Riverside Cabins Thredbo accommodation
Check into a self-contained, loft-style stay at Riverside Cabins.

Best for: Couples

Providing self-contained living right by the Thredbo River (the name really does say it all), Riverside Cabins is a great mid-range option. Home to loft-style and one-bedroom stays, the Thredbo accommodation is located within walking distance to the village so getting around is easy.

Inside each cabin, you’ll find full kitchens with microwaves and dishwashers, TVs and comfortable living areas. Some also throw in free Wi-Fi, private balconies and laundry facilities.

Price: $$$

Address: Diggings Terrace, Thredbo

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OAK APARTMENT

mountain views from the balcony at Oak Apartment, Thredbo
Every corner of Oak Apartment is Instagrammable. (Image: Monique Easton)

Best for: Instagram-perfected Scandi vibes

Keen to create some content while you’re away? Oak Apartment is a beautifully designed Thredbo accommodation that belongs in the pages of magazines. Handcrafted crockery, a restrained Nordic-inspired colour palette, timber and white textured finishes… It’s photo-perfect everywhere you look.

A digital TV, USB charging ports, walk-in shower, heated flooring, MCM House furniture, a Gaggia espresso machine, Leif toiletries, a private balcony, a mud room and ski storage elevate the experience even further, while the sleeping situation embraces it all — an open-plan studio flooded with natural light.

Price: $$$

Address: Within Thredbo Village (address released upon booking)

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CABIN 21

the Cabin 21 Thredbo accommodation overlooking the mountains
Settle into the self-contained Cabin 21 with spectacular mountain views.

Best for: Dialling up the romance

Featuring a charming private patio that overlooks the mountains, Cabin 21 is a lovely Thredbo accommodation pick for couples looking to escape it all. The one-bedroom, one-bathroom space is totally self-contained so you can stock up, sink in and never leave. However, if you do venture out, you’re just five minutes from the Thredbo village.

Inside, you’ll find a queen bed, Wi-Fi, a washer and dryer, all linens, books and magazines, board games and a Nespresso coffee maker. See? You really don’t need to go anywhere.

Price: $$

Address: Diggings Terrace, Thredbo

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THREDBO ALPINE APARTMENTS

a look inside Thredbo Alpine Apartments
Thredbo Alpine Apartments are equipped with modern comforts.

Best for: Family-friendly stays in the middle of town

Right next to the Thredbo Alpine Hotel, the Thredbo Alpine Apartments offer cosy self-contained digs at the foot of the mountains.

Backing onto the village just like the hotel, you’re on the doorstep of restaurants, bars and stores so the action never stops. The apartments come in one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom configurations so big groups will especially love this Thredbo accommodation.

Plus, there are mountain views from many of the apartments, free Wi-Fi, onsite parking, ski storage, a guest laundry and a guest drying cupboard.

Price: $$$-$$$$

Address: 6 Friday Drive, Thredbo

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CEDAR CABIN

the snow-covered Cedar Cabin Thredbo accommodation
Cedar Cabin is nestled within the wintery landscape of Thredbo village. (Image: Monique Easton)

Best for: Interior addicts

If style trumps size, then book this sleek, minimalist Thredbo accommodation. The award-winning 54-square-metre Cedar Cabin loft has a minimalist industrial feel with bespoke fittings and fixtures, focusing on textural, natural materials such as exposed rough-sawn timber and limewashed bathroom walls.

Come winter, wash away the day in the cabin’s Japanese onsen-inspired bath, and come summer, idle away a warm evening drinking a wine on the balcony and admiring unblemished mountain views. The property can accommodate two people, and is located just a two-minute walk from the village.

Price: $$$-$$$$

Address: Within Thredbo Village (address released upon booking)

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SNOWMAN 4

the apartment interior of Snowman 4, Thredbo accommodation
Get cosy in the comfortable Snowman 4.

Best for: Great location

Planning an alpine getaway and looking for privacy and comfort in equal measure? Consider the cosy two-bedroom Snowman 4, which feels instantly comfortable, like you’re house-sitting a friend’s joint.

Sleeping up to six, the upscale apartment boasts underfloor heating in the two marble-clad bathrooms, Miele kitchen appliances, a wood-burning fireplace in the lounge, and a balcony to boot. Skiers and snowboarders can also sleep soundly knowing that all their gear is safely and securely stowed away in the lock-up garage.

Price: $$$$

Address: 34 Diggings Terrace, Thredbo

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Thredbo chalets and lodges

It’s a holiday somewhere special, so make it a stay that delivers luxury amenities, distinct character and exclusive access.

ROCKPOOL LODGE

the exterior of Rockpool Lodge in Thredbo
Rockpool Lodge is nestled within lush wilderness.

Best for: A special occasion

The escape of your winter wonderland dreams (if it’s snowing, it’s nothing short of magical), Rockpool Lodge offers sublime Thredbo accommodation for two couples or a family.

Step inside the two-bedroom home to be instantly hit with jaw-dropping views of lush wilderness and the enchanting Merritts Creek.

An open granite wood fireplace, fully equipped kitchen, large screen TV, underfloor and gas heating, balcony with barbecue, drying room, laundry, sauna and king beds provide the ultimate creature comforts, and there are two car spaces, so everyone’s considered.

Price: $$$$$

Address: Mountain Drive, Woodridge, Thredbo

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PURE CHALET THREDBO

the Pure Chalet Thredbo accommodation covered in snow
Pure Chalet is tucked within Kosciuszko National Park.

Best for: Bed & breakfast

Pure Chalet offers just four rooms with considered features sure to enhance your stay no matter when it’s scheduled. Think fluffy beds with electric blankets, mountain views, underfloor heating in the bathroom, a communal guest lounge with an open fireplace and a continental or cooked breakfast with fresh bread, seasonal fruits and just-pressed juice.

Moreover, the Kosciuszko Chairlift is just a 10-minute walk down the hill. When it’s summer, exploit this Thredbo accommodation’s children-under-five-ban by hitting the deck in peace, barbecuing in the sunlight while keeping your eyes peeled for wild bunnies and birds.

Price: $$-$$$

Address: 13 Alpine Way, Thredbo

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SKI IN SKI OUT

a man skiing out the window at Ski In Ski Out, Thredbo accommodation
Spot skiers straight from your chalet.

Best for: Pure luxury

A collection of 20 privately-owned homes right off Thredbo’s Supertrail, Ski In Ski Out chalets arrive straight out of a snow globe. Each multi-bedroom house ranges from two to five bedrooms, providing all the amenities any extended family could need while holidaying together. Expect contemporary kitchens and bathrooms, jacuzzies, elegant dining rooms, stone fireplaces, ducted and underfloor heating through tiled areas, drying rooms and more.

Plus, a couple of the rooms even have their own steam room, and, as the name suggests, you’re faced with fresh, skiable powder every morning. Does it get any better?

Price: $$$$-$$$$$

Address: Crackenback Drive and Ramshead Lane, Thredbo

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Kristie Lau-Adams
Kristie Lau-Adams is a Gold Coast-based freelance writer after working as a journalist and editorial director for almost 20 years across Australia's best-known media brands including The Sun-Herald, WHO and Woman's Day. She has spent significant time exploring the world with highlights including trekking Japan’s life-changing Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage and ziplining 140 metres above the vines of Mexico’s Puerto Villarta. She loves exploring her own backyard (quite literally, with her two young children who love bugs), but can also be found stalking remote corners globally for outstanding chilli margaritas and soul-stirring cultural experiences.
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8 ways to discover a new side of Port Stephens

Aussies might think they know what Port Stephens is all about – but it’s time to take another look.

You might’ve driven through this NSW coast town. Maybe even stopped for fish and chips or a quick dip. But spend a long weekend in the new Port Stephens , and you’ll seriously regret not doing it sooner. We’re talking treks across beaches, reef dives and up-close time with rescued koalas.

All in all? It only takes a day before you see Port Stephens in a whole new light, and not much longer until it’s locked in as your favourite family destination.

1. Stockton Sand Dunes

Port Stephens incredible Stockton Sand Dunes are the largest moving sand mass in the Southern Hemisphere. They shift like an endless magic trick across the Worimi Conservation Lands , a 4200-hectare coastal co-managed by the Traditional Owners.

Tear over them in a 4WD. Rev through valleys soft as melting ice cream on a quad. Carve down 30-metre slopes on a sandboard. However you choose to cross them, you’re guaranteed a seriously wild ride.

Four rugged 4WDs kick up trails of golden dust as they charge across the sweeping desert landscape.
Chase thrills across shifting sands. (Image: Destination NSW)

2. Scale Tomaree Head Summit Walk

A short climb through bushland opens up to the coastal drama of Tomaree Head . Spot Zenith, Wreck and Box Beaches. See the Fingal Island lighthouse and offshore rookeries where Australia’s rarest seabird, the Gould’s petrel, nests.

History buffs can’t miss the WWII gun emplacements. And if you’re hiking between May and November, bring binoculars. Travelling whales might just be breaching below.

Friends enjoying a scenic walk along the Tomaree Head Summit Walk in Tomaree National Park, Port Stephens.
Climb Tomaree Head for jaw-dropping coastal views. (Image: Destination NSW)

3. Watch out for whales

You’ve seen the spouts of migrating humpbacks and southern right whales from shore. Set sail from Nelson Bay to see them up close. Cruise straight into the action, with tail-slaps, barrel rolls and all.

And they’ve got competition from the local show-offs. Port Stephens bottlenose dolphins leap and play. Some tours even spot pudgy fur seals, spending lazy days soaking up the sun on Cabbage Tree Island.

A whale’s tail on the sea’s surface.
Watch for ocean tails. (Image: Destination NSW)

4. Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary

Pop into the Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary  to learn about the rescued koalas who climb, nap, snack and heal in this natural patch of bushland. Wander the immersive Sanctuary Story Walk to discover more about their habits, then head to the SKYwalk – a treetop platform constructed for spotting these eucalyptus-loving locals. Peek into the hospital’s viewing window, where sick or injured koalas may be resting in their recovery enclosures.

Not enough time around these adorable marsupials? Stay overnight in silk-lined glamping tents.

Koala sleeping in a tree at Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary, One Mile
See koalas in their natural habitat. (Image: Destination NSW)

5. Diving Port Stephens

Port Stephens has some of NSW’s best dive spots. At Fly Point, float through sponge gardens and coral castles thick with nudibranchs (AKA sea slugs). Halifax Park has blue gropers and crimson-banded wrasse, while Shoal Bay’s seagrass meadows hide pipefish, cuttlefish and octopus.

Accessible only by boat, Broughton Island is home to a vast array of marine (and bird) life. Snorkel with blue devilfish and stingrays at sites like The Looking Glass and North Rock. More experienced divers can head out with one of the many PADI-certified operators.

At nearby Cabbage Tree Island, expect to see shaggy-faced wobbegongs cruising along.

A couple suited up and ready to dive into adventure.
Suit up and dive into Port Stephens’ vibrant marine life. (Image: Destination NSW)

6. Irukandji Shark and Ray Encounters

Not quite ready to dive in? Irukandji Shark and Ray Encounters is the perfect way to spot local marine life without getting too deep. But there’s no obnoxious glass tank tapping here. Instead, this interactive aquarium allows guests to wade into natural-style lagoons that mimic the real thing.

Gently pat Port Jackson and bamboo sharks, hand-feed rays, and feel their sandpapery skin with your fingertips. It is all under expert guidance. If you want to go deeper, pop on a wetsuit and swim alongside tawny nurse sharks, white-tipped reef sharks and zebra sharks in the lagoon.

Family enjoying an animal feeding experience at Irukandji Shark and Ray Encounters, Anna Bay.
Meet the ocean’s friendliest faces at Irukandji. (Image: Destination NSW)

7. Fish the estuaries

Fishing fanatics will fall for Port Stephens hook, line and sinker. Here, one of the largest estuary systems in the whole state sees tidal rivers and mangrove ecosystems. Waterfronts are thick with oysters, and residential fish that might include anything from bream, whiting and flathead, to blue swimmer crabs, kingfish and longtail tuna.

If you prefer to choose your own adventure and fish offshore, you can hire a boat from one of the marinas and set your own course.

three men fishing on a boat in port stephens
Join a tour or chart your own fishing trip. (Image: Destination NSW)

8. Taste new Port Stephens flavours

With plenty of activity to fill your days, refuelling on delectable cuisine becomes equally important. And Port Stephens answers the call.

Pop into Holbert’s Oyster Farm for fresh-farmed Port Stephens rock oysters and Pacific oysters, Australian king and tiger prawns, as well as a variety of tasty sauces to try them with.

Take a group to Atmos for an authentic Greek experience over large shared dishes and Greek-inspired cocktails. Or feast on sea-to-plate, modern Australian dishes at the pet-friendly Restaurant 2317.

A plate of fresh oysters.
Slurp your way through the region’s best oysters. (Image: Destination NSW)

Start planning your Port Stephens getaway at portstephens.org.au .