Broome
Lord McAlpine made this stunning house, a former pearl master's lodge, his Broome residence during the '80s. Now renovated to its former glory, there are…
Must-see hotels in Western Australia
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Perth
A regular on lists of 'World's Best Hotels', Como the Treasury has 48 luxury rooms that fill the baroque splendour of the historic State Buildings, vacant…
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West Coast Australia
At the end of the road, around 150km from Carnarvon, Gnaraloo Station is the jewel in the crown of the Gascoyne Coast. Surfers from around the world come…
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Karijini National Park
This 100% Aboriginal-owned retreat is a model for sustainable tourism, and the on-site restaurant has fantastic food. The deluxe eco-tents have en suites;…
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West Coast Australia
Far and away the nicest place to stay along Shark Bay Rd, Hamelin Station is a former pastoral property transformed into a 202,000-hectare conservation…
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West Coast Australia
Private bushland – complete with marsupial locals – conceals three luxury chalets that are well located to explore the region's vineyards, caves and…
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Perth
Hostel G is a snappy refit of an old office block, with designer interiors by esteemed architects Woods Bagot. Beanbag-strewn communal areas revolve…
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West Coast Australia
Denham's most characterful accommodation is this luxurious B&B on the outskirts of town, overlooking scrubland and visited daily by local wildlife…
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Perth
A vision of robust contemporary design, the Alex is stylish evidence of Northbridge's social evolution. Classy, compact rooms are decked out in neutral…
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West Coast Australia
On Quobba Station property but 60km north of the homestead, Red Bluff is a spectacular headland with a wicked surf break and excellent fishing, and is the…
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Southern WA
These cottages, 12km north of the park, are grouped around a working windmill. Accommodation is self-contained, and meals are available for guests at the…
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West Coast Australia
Down a driveway framed by peppermint trees and with direct beach access, the luxury beach town houses at Aqua are a grand option for families or a pair of…
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West Coast Australia
The cheapest beds in town look onto a gorgeous leafy garden at this friendly, popular guesthouse, which has stylish doubles and triples (some windowless)…
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Perth
The new section of the Melbourne Hotel looms above the original 1897 heritage pub like a parasitic black Darth Vader. But fear not – it's actually an…
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Western Australia
This sustainably run station, far out in the bush, is located near the world's largest radio telescope (and benefits from the same clear nights), as well…
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Broome
More resort than hostel, its spotless, air-conditioned rooms are complemented by shady common areas, a poolside bar and a modern self-catering kitchen…
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Margaret River
Welcome to the perfect private retreat after a day cruising the region's wine, beer and food highlights. Bungalows made from rammed earth and limestone…
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West Coast Australia
If you're looking to romance your sweetie in Kalbarri, there's no better place than this intimate, luxurious B&B. The suites come with spa baths, the…
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Western Australia
Hoover House, the 1898 mine manager’s house, is named for Gwalia’s first mine manager, Herbert Hoover, who later became the 31st president of the US. It's…
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Southern WA
Run by the delightful Maria, a treasure trove of local knowledge, this intimate, three-room B&B sits in a quiet location overlooking the sound, just south…
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Southern WA
This great-value beachhouse has a private guest wing and the views from the deck overlooking Blue Haven Beach are breathtaking, especially at sunset. It's…
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Margaret River
Award-winning luxury self-contained cabins are spread across a large tree-filled property. So gorgeous and relaxing you probably won't want to leave.
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West Coast Australia
This laid-back, flag-adorned hostel on the edge of town is well equipped and welcoming, with deep verandahs and lots of indoor/outdoor communal spaces…
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West Coast Australia
Embrace Mandurah by staying right in the middle of it: pitched-roof chalets here are spotless and modern, with full-kit kitchens and little decks, all…
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West Coast Australia
Manuel? He's from Barcelona… Fawlty Towers gags aside, this five-room waterfront B&B near Penguin Island is the real deal, with rough-hewn limestone walls…
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West Coast Australia
Near Dynamite Bay, two-tier Centre Break has rooms for everyone, from clean, small dorms to a two-bedroom apartment. The on-site licensed Osprey Bar &…
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Perth
Lakeside B&B is close to Lake Monger, with its ducks, jogging paths and BBQs, but once you're inside this lovely wisteria-hung Federation home you'll lose…
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West Coast Australia
Down by the Moore River, the tastefully designed, comfortable cabins at Moora's caravan park are council-owned, and benefit from high civic maintenance…
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West Coast Australia
With a long connection to gourmet food, this beautiful property now focuses on accommodation. Two character-filled, family-sized, self-contained cottages…
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Perth
The old art deco Cottesloe is a mighty charming pub on Cottesloe Beach, with bars and cafes downstairs (perfect Indian Ocean sunset-watching territory)…
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West Coast Australia
Northam has a handful of rambling old pubs, most of which have seen better days. But the two-tier red-brick 1907 Dukes Inn in the backstreets raises the…
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Perth
There's a lot of brash new money on Mount St, but character-filled Riverview stands out with a bit of old-school personality. Its refurbished 1960s…
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West Coast Australia
A great, friendly, 2WD-accessible set-up 65km north of Coral Bay, and 6km east of the Minilya–Exmouth road junction. There are several rooms in the…
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Western Australia
Behind Made in Meeka, this is a clutch of simple, centrally located rooms. Facilities shared with gregarious hosts Anna and Gaz – founts of local…
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West Coast Australia
Luxury cottages trimmed by native bush are arrayed across 48 hectares, and the property's main house also hosts the Wildwood Valley Cooking School with…
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Southern WA
For a remote getaway, these five cottages in bushland southeast of Denmark really make the grade. They're all different, but all come with well-equipped…
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West Coast Australia
This rambling central hostel is full of hidden nooks, sunny balconies and world-weary travellers. It's very close to beaches, bars and cafes, and is a…
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Southern WA
Help yourself to lemons from the garden of this motel-style option with spotless, snug rooms, a great guest kitchen and a lounge filled with DVDs and…
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West Coast Australia
Spacious, spotless and equipped with a full kitchen, these fantastic studio apartments are clustered around a pool with an appealing barbecue area. They…
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Fonty's Chalets & Caravan Park
West Coast Australia
An excellent well-run caravan park a short drive from town through busy orchards. It is blessed with a natural swimming pool for the summer months, which…
