Heyscape Denmark was one of only two Australian accommodations recognised.
It might be hidden away between Karri trees and the coast, but this peaceful escape is putting Australia’s South West on the map. Heyscape Denmark was recently named one of the world’s best hotels by National Geographic, and one of only two Aussie stays that made the list. The annual awards celebrate the most exciting new and renovated places to stay across the world, from designer digs to rustic retreats.
Heyscape Denmark was named one of the world’s best hotels by National Geographic. (Image: Rachel Claire)
Awarded runner-up in the ‘Remote Escape’ category in National Geographic’s Hotel Awards 2025: the world’s 30 best hotels, Heyscape Denmark was praised for its secluded and immersive location that allows travellers to unwind and connect with the picturesque South West landscape.
“We are thrilled with this global recognition. Visitors are wanting to connect with nature in new ways and are seeking to slow down, evidenced by the phenomenal response we have seen to Heyscape Denmark," said Head of Heyscape, Tim Brady.
The cabins allow guests to connect with nature. (Image: Aquabumps)
The accommodation is perched on Raintree Farm, a large 356-hectare ocean‑front farm in Denmark. The small, picturesque coastal town is 4.5 hours drive south of Perth, loved for its stunning natural landscapes and cool-climate wineries.
The three off-grid cabins (Sea, Salt and Sand) utilise sustainable features such as solar panels and rainwater tanks. Guests can sit on expansive decks while kangaroos graze close by, soak in outdoor baths while enjoying clear stargazing conditions, relax in the on-site sauna and take in idyllic views from the elevated lounge areas. Premium amenities make each cabin feel considered, including 100% European flax linen, native botanical products, luxury Bemboka bath towels, Bang & Olufsen speakers and Heston Blumenthal BBQs. A breakfast hamper stocked with locally sourced treats is also complimentary.
One standout (and delicious) experience offered by Heyscape is the Marron Catch & Cook. Guests can fish for marron – a crayfish endemic to the region – from the farm’s freshwater dams and cook it to chargrilled perfection over an open fire or BBQ. Or follow the guidance of a chef or guide at onsite restaurant The Dam. A post-meal jaunt along one of the forest trails under towering karri trees is the perfect end to the day.
Savour local marron. (Image: Rachel Claire)
Following its success, Heyscape is set to expand its offerings with 12 new premium off-grid cabins opening in November.
“We opened three single off-grid cabins on Raintree Estate in Denmark only ten months ago and are about to expand with twelve new cabins, complete with a communal sauna and e-bike trails connecting one of Australia’s most spectacular coastal national parks," shared Brady.
The new cabin types include configurations of eight single, three dual and four family cabins, offering forest, valley or ocean views.
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Rachael Thompson is a freelance travel journalist. With a background in design and travel media, Rachael is dedicated to curating content that is as much informational as it is beautiful. She began her career at Belle magazine, before taking up editorial roles at Homes to Love, Bed Threads and Australian Traveller/International Traveller. When she's not writing, editing or optimising content, Rachael enjoys exploring the city's newest restaurants, bars and hotels. Next on her Aussie travel wish list is Lord Howe Island.
With unhurried mornings, long, sun-filled afternoons, evenings shaped around sunset, this iconic beach offers an all-day experience (and it’s about to get even better).
As the sun slowly rises over the languid waves and fine sand of Broome’s Cable Beach, the morning colours shift from rich apricot to pale gold and frosty pearl. Remnants of life reveal themselves in the subtle shadows – crab claw marks, towel impressions, footprints. Life here is unhurried, but don’t be fooled. This town is continually shifting like the desert dunes that surround it.
And with a $75 million upgrade – offering easier and more inclusive access for people of all abilities – it’s getting even better.
Discover the Cable Beach redevelopment.
The addition of comfortable and welcoming spaces has begun (and will continue). This means visitors will be able to spend longer enjoying this beautiful environment, while knowing that the upgrade will create a more environmentally protected setting that preserves the natural character visitors come for. Come sunset, soak it in all the better thanks to the already improved foreshore areas, made for lingering while the light changes. And for the kids, a new splash park and accessible dry playground will make it easy to while away the hours.
Think you know what a day at this beach is like? Think again.
Morning colours
Cable Beach comes alive after sunrise. (Credit: Tourism WA)
As the sun colours the sky, Cable Beach shows signs of life (and not just the aquatic kind). Locals and visitors alike float in the cool water as it laps the shore, landlubbers explore the coast on foot, runners pace and beachside yoga classes bring quiet movement to the day.
When the sky is blue and the sun is firmly in position, head down to the well-known Cable Beach House for a long, slow breakfast overlooking the ocean. Think fresh tropical fruit, eggs cooked your way and strong coffee in the warm morning breeze.
Afternoon adventures
Join a camel train at sunset. (Credit: C J Maddock)
When you’re ready to explore, carve a path along the Minyirr Park Trail – a gentle 1.5-2km track through coastal bushland with spectacular views of the dunes. Refuel at the nearby Spinifex Brewery for lunch with its low-key, outdoor beer garden. There’s even an outdoor playground if you’re travelling with young humans.
Walk off your lazy lunch by watching (or joining) one of the beach soccer or volleyball games, or even try Silent Beats Broome – a silent walking disco through the dunes. Or book a spot on the famous camel trains, watching the sun drop below the horizon along the way. They’re a constant reminder of the fascinating history, landscape and cultural mix in this part of the country.
Evening degustation
Stop into the Cable Beach Club. (Credit: Tourism WA)
As the day closes, watch the world-famous Cable Beach sunset from the appropriately named Sunset Grill at Cable Beach Club. This open-air terraced dining spot overlooking the beach is the kind of place where the view takes centre stage.
While you sip on a lychee, lime & lemonade mocktail or a local beer, enjoy the bustle of life and nature outside as the day comes to an end.
For dinner, nab a table at the Bali Hai Cafe, where they offer pan-fried crispy barramundi, Abrolhos Island scallops and deep-sea snow crab. When you’re ready for bed, check in to Pinctada Hotel Broome – a lush, tropical resort with palm-dotted gardens and a large, lagoon-style pool to cool off in.
Beyond the beach
Beyond the wide, open beach and never-ending sky of Cable Beach, there are many more reasons to visit North West Australia. These are just a few.
Unmatched experiences
Join Shinju Matsuri Festival’s popular Long Table Dinner. (Credit: Tourism WA)
Engage with the history of the land and its people on an Indigenous cultural tour exploring everything from the local wildlife to the tastes of bush tucker. To understand the importance of pearling to this town, take a tour of Chinatown, or head outside of town to the live pearl harvests at Willie Creek or Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm, one of Australia’s oldest pearl farms.
Learn why Japanese pearlers were central to Broome’s pearling success and visit the largest Japanese cemetery in Australia, where 900 Japanese pearlers were buried – a testament to the risks and rewards of this dangerous profession.
And book ahead every spring for when communal tables, freshly cooked local fare and festoon lighting fill the beach for the extremely popular Long Table Dinner on Cable Beach. It’s a highlight of the Shinju Matsuri Festival, along with the Floating Lanterns Matsuri, where you can personalise a lantern and gently release it into the sea to honour those you love.
Dining discoveries
Settle in for Matso’s famous ginger or mango beer. (Credit: Tourism WA)
Further your culinary adventure at the laid-back Sunday Sesh at Matso’s Broome Brewery. Chow down on smoked crocodile or Aussie barramundi while kicking back to a local DJ as the heat of the day fades.
For more tunes, the beautiful outdoor Bay Club at the Mangrove Hotel is a great choice for dinner with live music, DJs or an event that stretches on into the early hours. Still hungry? Pop by Johnny Sausage for Italian-influenced meals paired with impeccable wines.
Natural beauties
Experience the striking colours of Gantheaume Point. (Credit: Tourism WA)
Avoid the crowds and head to Town Beach for a quieter vantage point to see the phenomenal Staircase to the Moon – a natural illusion where the rising full moon is reflected on the tidal flats, creating a shimmering ‘staircase’ stretching up to the sky.
Just south of Cable Beach are the deep red cliffs and dramatic ocean views of Gantheaume Point, where 130-million-year-old dinosaur footprints can be seen, revealed at low tide. Or head to Roebuck Bay to visit the internationally significant wetlands, where vast tidal flats are home to shorebirds and coastal fauna.
Between October and March, watch turtles nesting and hatchlings emerge from the sand. You’ll be holding your breath as they make their way down to the shoreline, ready to start their life in one of Australia’s most beautiful landscapes.
