Best Luxury Hotels in Australia

Australia is a vast and diverse country that offers an incredible range of experiences for travellers. From its iconic landmarks like Sydney Harbour and Great Barrier Reef to its rugged Outback, Australia is a land of natural wonders. Visitors can explore vibrant cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, where cosmopolitan culture meets stunning coastal beauty. The country is also known for its unique wildlife, including kangaroos, koalas, and the famous Tasmanian devil. Whether you’re seeking adventure in national parks, relaxation on pristine beaches, or a journey through rich Indigenous history, Australia has something for everyone. Here are our favourite luxury hotels in the country.

Tasmania, Hobart

Islington Hotel

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 11 Uniquely Designed Rooms
Amenities Kitchen Led by Head Chef Anthony Illingworth Focusing on Fresh, Locally Sourced Tasmanian Produce, In-Room Massage Services Upon Request
More Situated in South Hobart Offering Picturesque Views of Mount Wellington, in an Adults-only, Tranquil Setting

Hobart is the island’s capital and home to the Islington Hotel. A little out of the city, the 19th century, Regency-style boutique establishment affords guests tranquillity, with its own garden. Inside are antique furnishings and fine art works in what resembles an urban lodge. There are 11 characterful bedrooms with iPads, Islington Dream beds, a mini-bar and daily house-made treats; also a restaurant – the Islington kitchen – serving seasonal, organic food, a wine cellar, meeting rooms and excellent views of Mount Wellington. The Islington Hotel caters exclusively to adult guests.

New South Wales, Byron Bay

28 Degrees Byron Bay

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 12 Rooms & Suites, Featuring Private Plunge Pools
Amenities Complimentary Breakfast, Heated Plunge Pool, Complimentary Bicycles, & in-room Massage Services
More Centrally Located in byron Bay, offering a Serene, Adults-Only RetreatCentrally Located in byron Bay, offering a Serene, Adults-Only Retreat

Laidback luxury is the philosophy at this guest house in the centre of Byron Bay. It offers TV-free accommodation for over 21s only, with the option of a private plunge pool, lighthouse view, outdoor showers and claw-footed tubs. Owner and interior designer Deb Garske has created a slow living feel, incorporating wellness touches like local beeswax candles, Hunter lab skincare and an immune-strengthening Grander water system, as well as a personally curated local guidebook. Breakfast here is typical of Byron, with paleo granola, organic yoghurt and moonshine coffee appearing on the menu. Guests at 28 Degrees have shared access to a gourmet kitchen, a pool area and a reading room.

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28 Degrees Byron Bay

New South Wales, Mullumbimby

Blackbird Luxury Accommodation

Hotel
At a glance
Rooms Three detached Pavilions Each Designed For Two Guests Featuring King-Sized Beds Moroccan-Tiled Bathrooms & Furnished Balconies With Panoramic Views
Amenities Includes a Magnesium Mineral Pool Infrared Sauna Solarium Bar Lounge Area & Complimentary Continental Breakfast
More Situated in the Byron Hinterland Offering Tranquil Surroundings with Expansive Views of the Rainforest & Pacific Ocean

Hidden in the Hinterland of Mullumbimby Creek, beside Mount Koonyum, this adults-only estate is made up of low rise pavilions. The site was originally a banana plantation and many of the original materials have been salvaged and reused in the build of Blackbird. Its resulting aesthetic is earthy and simple, yet stylish. Accommodations come with Egyptian cotton linen, burnished concrete floors, reclaimed timber joinery and Moroccan tiled bathrooms A magnesium lap pool was built into the mountainside and provides enviable ocean vistas, Named in Tatler’s 2020 annual travel guide as one of the ‘Top 101 Hotels in the World’, Blackbird is one not to miss.

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Blackbird Luxury Accommodation

Northern Territory, Darwin

Darwin Waterfront Luxury Suites

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 110 Fully Self-Contained one, Two, & three-bedroom Apartments
Amenities Featuring Modern Amenities, Access to Nearby Dining options, Complimentary Car Use for Select Units, & Proximity to Family-friendly attractions
More Located in Darwin's Vibrant Waterfront Precinct

Those preferring a self-catering option can book a one, two or three-bedroom suite sleeping up to seven, with optional water views and paired car hire. All have private terraces and require a minimum two-night stay (larger apartments have five and seven-day minimums). Right next to the Waterfront Precinct, many wining and dining establishments are found on the property’s doorstep, although the fully equipped kitchen and BBQ facilities ensure you can cook up at feast in-suite. The venue is ideal for families with a wave pool on the grounds, plus porta cots, high chairs and strollers available on request.

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Darwin Waterfront Luxury Suites

Northern Territory, Darwin

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 154 Rooms & Suites, including Options with Direct Lagoon Pool Access
Amenities Dining Venues Such as Vue & Il Piatto, a Spa, Fitness Centre, Lagoon & infinity Pools, & an on-Site Casino
More Located within 30 acres of Tropical Gardens along the Arafura Sea

Like so many Aussie cities, Darwin has great beaches. This resort places guests right beside a stretch of golden sand. But if you’d rather take a dip within the confines of the hotel, you can enjoy the infinity pool, which provides an adults-only beach-club experience complete with bar and beats (DJs play at the weekend). There are walking and jogging tracks through the area, three restaurants, four bars, a spa and Mindil’s main event; the casino. This is open from 10 am to 4 am with pokies and ritzy table games. All of the resort’s bedrooms come with a private balcony or patio, minibars and some with direct lagoon pool access.

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Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Queensland, Gold Coast

RACV Royal Pines Resort

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 333 Rooms & Suites
Amenities Eight Dining Venues, Italian & Japanese Restaurants, Day Spa, Fitness Centre, Outdoor Lagoon Pool with Water Park, Executive Lounge, 27-hole Championship Golf Course, & Five Tennis Courts
More Located Amidst the Scenic Landscapes of the Gold Coast

This luxurious resort is the perfect place for golfing fanatics to stay as it comes complete with its very own 27-hole golf course. The enchanting sands of Surfers Paradise Beach are also just a short stroll away, while guests are provided with stunning views of the beach from the picture windows and balconies of their spacious double guest room. The RACV Royal Pines Resort 5.0 boasts more than three hundred rooms to choose from and in addition to a large and lovely swimming pool guests are invited to make full use of the tennis courts, fitness centre and other perfectly maintained amenities.

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RACV Royal Pines Resort

Queensland, Gold Coast

Imperial Hotel Gold Coast

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 200 Rooms & Suites, 72 Condominiums
Amenities Multiple Dining Venues, including Il Barocco Restaurant & Le Jardin, 65-metre Lagoon-style Pool with Private Cabanas, Comprehensive Wellness Centre, Fully Equipped Fitness Centre, Private Marina & Chauffeur Services
More Set on the Gold Coast's Waterfront

Imperial Hotel Gold Coast offers a luxury hotel experience, with an exclusive waterfront setting, award-winning restaurants and lavish accommodation. Boasting all the style and opulence of a classic Roman villa, eaah of the 200 rooms and suites within this grand hotel are dramatically decorated with rich tapestries and mosaics, while the huge beds are waiting to receive guests at the end of a busy day. Guests can enjoy diverse dining experiences including fine dining, high-tea and buffet breakfasts at a choice of award-winning restaurants. Leisure facilties include The Beauty Room, a fitness and wellness centre, a private marina, along with the first water salon cabana experience in Australia. Meeting and event spaces are also available for business or guests hosting a special event.

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Imperial Hotel Gold Coast

Queensland, Gold Coast, Surfers Paradise

QT Gold Coast

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 297 Luxurious Rooms & Suites, including Some with Private Balconies
Amenities Diverse Dining options Such as the Award-winning Yamagen Japanese Restaurant & Bazaar Marketplace, Wellness Facilities including Spaq Day Spa & a 24-hour Gym, Outdoor Pool
More Located in Surfers Paradise

The brightly coloured retro colour scheme helps to set the hotel apart from many of the subtler luxury options and people who are young at heart are sure to love unwinding here. The whole establishment boasts a ‘50s beachside vibe from the lobby to the cute and charming coffee shop on the ground floor. Each of the guest rooms features the same charming pop art theme with big and brightly coloured posters on the wall and furnishings in yellow, pink and red. While style plays a key role, luxury certainly has not been overlooked and there are plenty of great spots for guests to relax such beside the huge outdoor pool and in the spa.

Queensland, Gold Coast, Surfers Paradise

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 215 Ocean & Mountain View 42sq ft Guest-rooms plus an additional 23 Gold Coast hotel suites
Amenities Dining options Featuring Citrique Restaurant & Misono Japanese, Spa by JW offering Treatments & Wellness Faciities, 24-hour Fitness Centre, Two Outdoor Pools
More Situated in Surfers Paradise

Set on the banks of the gently flowing Nerang River, this elegant hotel provides guests with a warm welcome and plenty of class. The northern end of Surfers Paradise Beach is just a few steps away, while a number of other impressive attractions are also within easy reach. The style of the hotel boasts a marriage of wood and cast iron, while the rooms are decorated in soft tones and feature huge marble bathrooms. Dining in one of the two chic onsite restaurants is an experience that should not be missed and diners are treated to stunning coastal views as they work their way through the extensive menu.

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JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

Queensland, Gold Coast

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Gold Coast

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 295 Rooms, Suites, & Villas, including Options with Ocean Views
Amenities Dining Venues Such as Terraces Restaurant & the Renovated Pearls Bar, Heated Lagoon Pool with Swim-up Bar, Fitness Centre, Tennis Courts, & Direct Beach Access
More Located near Surfers Paradise & Local attractions

Despite the fact that it was established more than three decades ago, the Sheraton Mirage remains the epitome of luxury and the ocean facing rooms are difficult to beat with their huge picture windows and balconies that offer uninterrupted views. In fact, the hotel boasts some of the largest and most comfortable guest rooms in the area and there are 25 different configurations to choose from. For the best that money can buy, guests should make sure they select one of the 18 private villas, which often play host to visiting celebrities. In addition to first rate rooms, guests are also treated to a range of very luxurious amenities and the Oasis Pool is the perfect place to unwind. With 250 sun loungers to choose from guests never have to worry about fighting for their place in the sun.

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Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Gold Coast

Queensland, Gold Coast, Surfers Paradise

The Langham Gold Coast

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 169 Luxurious Rooms & 170 Residences with Ocean or Hinterland Views
Amenities T'ang Court for Cantonese Fine Dining & Akoya Buffet Restaurant, Wellness Facilities Include Chuan Spa & Fitness Centre, Indoor & Outdoor Pools with Poolside Bar
More Located on the Beachfront Between Surfers Paradise & Broadbeach

This is the third of the brand’s esteemed properties to arrive down under, perched in a prime position on Surfers’ Paradise. Three angular glass skyscrapers house the 169-bedroom hotel – along with a number of swish residences – making it a significant landmark on the horizon. The interior design, by Studio Aria, fuses coastal and city living. Inside is the Chuan Spa, the 26 & Sunny cafe, Akoya restaurant, Palm Court for afternoon teas, a lobby bar and the Cantonese T’ang Court. Outside is a sky terrace with palm trees, an ocean-view infinity pool bar and the open-air Coral Moon Bar.

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The Langham Gold Coast

Queensland, Brisbane, Fortitude Valley

Hotel X Brisbane Fortitude Valley

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 146 Designer Rooms & Suites including King Standard & one Bedroom Suites
Amenities Rooftop Pool with Panoramic City Views, Bisou Bisou Bistro for French-inspired Cuisine, Iris Rooftop Bar & Restaurant for Mediterranean Dining, Fully Equipped Fitness Centre, Pet-Friendly Rooms, Private Transfer Services
More Located in fortitude Valley Amidst Brisbane's Vibrant Fashion, Nightlife & Restaurant Scene

A sanctuary of luxury, this hotel is decadent, different and just a little bit wild. Its quirky architecture makes its mark on the Fortitude Valley skyline. While inside you’ll find facilities including a chic French bistro (Bisou Bisou), a Mediterranean rooftop bar and restaurant (Iris), a pool bar, a gym, around-the-clock concierge and room service, a secretarial service for business travellers and nanny hire for parents who want to party (or rest). The cutting-edge design incorporates bold art and avant-garde lighting with a striking monochrome palette. Bedrooms are equipped with tablet control systems, double-headed showers and minibars.

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Hotel X Brisbane Fortitude Valley




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