The Luxury Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in May 2026. Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Australia. I hope you will like it!
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1 Ballina Manor Boutique Hotel Ballina, Australia
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Situated on the historic Norton Street, the Ballina Manor is a stylish small luxury hotel that once you stay, will become your new home away from home. Located a short distance from the Ballina Byron Gateway Airport and centrally located on Ballina island, you can enjoy a scenic stroll to the town centre or wander down the road to some of the most pristine beaches and waterways. The Ballina Manor is the perfect base from which you can explore the Ballina/Byron Hinterland and beyond.
Each of our 12 suites have been individually styled, all with ensuite bathrooms and furnished with luxurious linen, amenities and just the right amount of modern comforts. All suites contain a Nespresso machine, tea and coffee making facilities with the addition of Brookfarm Muesli or Granola, yoghurt and water complimentary during your stay, propeller fans, smart tv, wireless internet, access to either a shared or private balcony and free onsite parking. The Manor provides a keyless and contactless check-in with the Manor Hosts available to assist you at any time during your stay.
For a truly unique experience on the far north coast of NSW, the Ballina Manor awaits you.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around 266 AUD.
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2 Mt Mulligan Lodge Mount Mulligan, Australia
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Situated in Mount Mulligan, Mt Mulligan Lodge offers 5-star accommodation with a shared lounge and a bar. With an outdoor swimming pool, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. There is free private parking and the property features paid airport shuttle service.
The rooms are fitted with a fridge, minibar, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. At the hotel rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.
The daily breakfast offers à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish options. At Mt Mulligan Lodge you will find a restaurant serving Australian cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options can also be requested.
The accommodation offers a sun terrace.
The nearest airport is Cairns Airport, 156 km from Mt Mulligan Lodge.
Guest review score 10.0
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3 Osborn House Bundanoon, Australia
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Located in Bundanoon, 36 km from Robertson Heritage Railway Station, Osborn House provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna. The hotel features a hot tub, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi throughout the property.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Osborn House each room has bed linen and towels.
Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a à la carte breakfast.
You can play tennis at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling.
Moss Vale Golf Club is 16 km from Osborn House, while Bowral Golf Club is 26 km away. The nearest airport is Shellharbour Airport, 86 km from the hotel.
Guest review score 10.0,
rooms from around 579 AUD.
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4 Jodha Bai Retreat Terranora, Australia
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Situated in Terranora, 17 km from Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, Jodha Bai Retreat features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a bar and barbecue facilities. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has sea views, and guests can enjoy access to a hot tub. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, an oven, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. Jodha Bai Retreat provides some rooms with city views, and every room has a balcony. At the accommodation rooms have bed linen and towels.
The daily breakfast offers continental, Full English/Irish or American options.
You can play billiards at this 5-star hotel.
Jodha Bai Retreat provides a laundry service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying.
Burleigh Head National Park is 24 km from the hotel, while Robina Town Centre is 31 km from the property. The nearest airport is Gold Coast Airport, 11 km from Jodha Bai Retreat.
Guest review score 9.9,
rooms from around 605 AUD.
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5 Auburn Studio Sydney, Australia
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Auburn Studio is located in Sydney, 2 miles from ANZ Stadium and 2.4 miles from Qudos Bank Arena. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Private parking is available on site.
Sydney Showground is 2.6 miles from the hotel, while Bicentennial Park is 3.5 miles from the property. Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is 12 miles away.
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6 Harbour Cove Airlie Beach, Australia
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Located in Airlie Beach, within less than 1 km of Boathaven Beach and a 11-minute walk of Airlie Beach, Harbour Cove provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Built in 2019, this 5-star hotel is within 2.7 km of Shingley Beach and 3. 6 km of Coral Sea Marina. All rooms come with a terrace with views of the sea.
Guest rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a shower and a hairdryer. At Harbour Cove each room is equipped with bed linen and towels.
Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Airlie Beach, like hiking.
Whitsunday Art Gallery is 6.7 km from Harbour Cove, while Hamilton Island Marina is 29 km away. The nearest airport is Hamilton Island, 30 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest review score 9.6
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7 Sequoia Lodge Adelaide, Australia
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Located in Crafers, 16 km from Victoria Square, Sequoia Lodge provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has garden views, and guests can enjoy access to a restaurant and to a bar. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. At Sequoia Lodge each room is fitted with bed linen and towels.
A à la carte, Full English/Irish or American breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.
The accommodation offers 5-star accommodation with a hot spring bath. You can play tennis at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for hiking.
Rundle Mall is 16 km from Sequoia Lodge, while Ayers House Museum is 16 km away. The nearest airport is Adelaide Airport, 20 km from the hotel.
Guest review score 9.5,
rooms from around 2199 AUD.
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8 Hotel Ernest Bendigo Bendigo, Australia
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Set in Bendigo, 1.3 km from Bendigo Train Station, Hotel Ernest Bendigo offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. This 5-star hotel offers a concierge service and luggage storage space. Offering free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking hotel features a hot tub.
The rooms in the hotel are fitted with a coffee machine and an iPod docking station. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, the units at Hotel Ernest Bendigo have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms come with a balcony. At the accommodation all rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.
A continental breakfast is available every morning at Hotel Ernest Bendigo.
The hotel offers a sun terrace.
Popular points of interest near Hotel Ernest Bendigo include Sacred Heart Cathedral, Rosalind Park and Ulumbarra Theatre. The nearest airport is Melbourne Airport, 127 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 9.4,
rooms from around 288 AUD.
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9 Eos by SkyCity Adelaide, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Adelaide.
Boasting a terrace, a restaurant as well as a bar, Eos by SkyCity is situated in the centre of Adelaide, 400 metres from Adelaide Convention Centre. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The accommodation features a concierge service, luggage storage space and currency exchange for guests.
At the hotel rooms have air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The rooms have a coffee machine, while certain rooms come with a balcony and others also boast city views. At Eos by SkyCity rooms come with bed linen and towels.
A à la carte breakfast is available each morning at the accommodation.
Eos by SkyCity offers 5-star accommodation with a sauna.
Popular points of interest near the hotel include Adelaide Oval, Beehive Corner Building and Rundle Mall. The nearest airport is Adelaide Airport, 6 km from Eos by SkyCity.
Guest review score 9.3,
rooms from around 429 AUD.
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10 The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart Hobart, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Hobart.
Set in Hobart and with Short Beach reachable within 1.4 km, The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Private parking is available on site.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Every room includes a kettle, while some rooms also offer a terrace and others also have city views. At The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart all rooms have bed linen and towels.
The daily breakfast offers buffet, à la carte or Italian options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Italian, local and international cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested.
Popular points of interest near The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart include Theatre Royal, Hobart Convention And Entertainment Centre and Parliament Square. The nearest airport is Hobart, 18 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest review score 9.3,
rooms from around 358 AUD.
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11 Park Hyatt Sydney Sydney, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Sydney.
At Park Hyatt Sydney guests can spend the day tanning by the heated pool and then treat themselves to a pampering session at the spa and wellness centre. For those more energetic guests, there is a fitness centre available.
Park Hyatt Hotel Sydney brings modern luxury accommodation to the edge of Sydney Harbour. This contemporary hotel is situated between the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
As you walk into your room you will notice the luxury furnishing, fittings, plush carpets and designer lighting that are standard in all Sydney Park Hyatt rooms. Free WiFi is included.
Floor-to-ceiling glass doors open onto private balconies. Modern bathrooms offer complete flexibility, with the choice of remaining private from the main bedroom, or transforming into an open-plan design.
The hotel’s dedicated team of butlers provides 24-hour personalised service for all guests. Specially commissioned paintings and artwork by Australian artists are on display.
Park Hyatt Sydney is less than 6 minutes' walk to The Rocks and 10 minutes’ walk from Circular Quay. Sydney International Airport is 25 minutes’ drive away.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around 1224 AUD.
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12 The Darling at The Star Gold Coast Gold Coast, Australia
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Located in Gold Coast, 750 metres from Kurrawa Beach, The Darling at The Star Gold Coast provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has garden views, and guests can enjoy access to a bar and to a casino. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, room service and currency exchange for guests.
Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. At the hotel each room is fitted with a wardrobe and a private bathroom.
The accommodation offers 5-star accommodation with a sauna and terrace.
Popular points of interest near The Darling at The Star Gold Coast include Broadbeach, Mermaid Beach and The Star Gold Coast. The nearest airport is Gold Coast Airport, 19 km from the hotel.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around 710 AUD.
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13 Warders Hotel Fremantle Markets Fremantle, Australia
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Set in Fremantle, less than 1 km from Bathers Beach, Warders Hotel Fremantle Markets offers accommodation with free bikes, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a concierge service. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a tour desk.
The hotel offers a à la carte or continental breakfast.
Guests at Warders Hotel Fremantle Markets will be able to enjoy activities in and around Fremantle, like cycling.
Fremantle South Beach is 2.1 km from the accommodation, while North Fremantle River Beach is 2.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Perth Airport, 30 km from Warders Hotel Fremantle Markets.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around 299 AUD.
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14 Next Hotel Melbourne Melbourne, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Melbourne.
Located in Melbourne and with Federation Square reachable within 1.1 km, Next Hotel Melbourne provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Private parking is available on site.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Next Hotel Melbourne offers certain rooms with city views, and each room includes a kettle. At the accommodation every room is equipped with bed linen and towels.
The daily breakfast offers à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish options. At Next Hotel Melbourne you will find a restaurant serving Italian and local cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested.
Popular points of interest near the hotel include St Paul's Cathedral, Block Arcade Melbourne and Princess Theatre. The nearest airport is Essendon Fields Airport, 12 km from Next Hotel Melbourne.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around 315 AUD.
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15 Powerhouse Hotel Tamworth by Rydges Tamworth, Australia
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Powerhouse Hotel Tamworth by Rydges offers 5-star accommodation, located just a few minutes from Tamworth CBD. The luxury hotel features sophisticated onsite dining at the Workshop Kitchen and the Coal Bunker Bar and has a 24-hour reception for your convenience.
Guests can enjoy use of the fitness centre, outdoor swimming pool, spa, BBQ area, sauna, guest laundry and Tesla car charging stations.
The property has undergone a refurbishment and makeover and features 81 King rooms and suites with free high-speed WiFi, 60-inch 4K Smart TVs with cable channels and room service. The rooms are also equipped with wireless mobile phone chargers and multiple USB points. Other features include plush pillow top beds with a bespoke leather bedhead, marble bedside tables, desk, cosy chairs, ottoman, noiseless ceiling fans, designer lighting and marble bathroom. Every detail has been carefully considered from the coffee pod machine and lush Australian bathroom amenities, to protein balls in the mini bar. Reverse-cycle air conditioning, full block-out curtains and free parking are also provided.
The Workshop Kitchen is spacious and features interiors by Paul Kelly design, as well as a relaxed vibe with an open kitchen. Offering all-day dining, it has a menu with regional produce and wood-fired meat available. The menus are complimented by a 2 Glass rated wine menu in Australia's 2020 Wine List of the Year Awards. The restaurant is open daily from 06:30 for breakfast, lunch and dinner, until late. The sophisticated Coal Bunker Bar is also open every day until late. Here you can enjoy an aperitif or nightcap, sample local craft brews or settle in for a wine or cocktail.
A collection of boutique meeting and event spaces catering for up to 300 people is also available at the hotel. For motorbike enthusiasts, a visit to the onsite Powerhouse Motorcycle Museum is a must.
Powerhouse Hotel Tamworth by Rydges received the 2021 Trip Advisor Travellers' Choice Award for both the hotel and restaurant.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around 239 AUD.
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16 The Stirling Hotel Stirling, Australia
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Featuring 5-star accommodation, The Stirling Hotel is set in Stirling, 16 km from Victoria Square and 16 km from Rundle Mall. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar. The hotel has family rooms.
All guest rooms come with air conditioning, a fridge, a minibar, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. All rooms include a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV, and some units at the hotel have a terrace. Guest rooms feature a private bathroom, a hairdryer and bed linen.
Ayers House Museum is 17 km from The Stirling Hotel, while Bicentennial Conservatory is 17 km from the property. The nearest airport is Adelaide Airport, 20 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around 287 AUD.
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17 Beresford Estate McLaren Flat, Australia
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Located in McLaren Flat, within 38 km of The Beachouse and 41 km of Adelaide Parklands Terminal, Beresford Estate provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. This 5-star hotel offers barbecue facilities. The property is non-smoking and is situated 43 km from Victoria Square.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a microwave, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. At Beresford Estate each room is equipped with bed linen and towels.
A continental breakfast is available daily at the accommodation. At Beresford Estate you will find a restaurant serving Steakhouse, Australian and local cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options can also be requested.
Bicentennial Conservatory is 44 km from the hotel, while Adelaide Convention Centre is 44 km away. The nearest airport is Adelaide, 40 km from Beresford Estate, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around 445 AUD.
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18 Meriton Suites Coward Street, Mascot Sydney, Australia
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Meriton Suites Coward Street, Mascot is a luxury hotel positioned only 10 minutes' drive from the domestic airport and 15 minutes' drive from the international airport. Conveniently located in the Mascot district, this luxury hotel is only a short walk away from a variety of cafe, restaurants and supermarkets. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, and organising tours for guests.
At the hotel, rooms have a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. All feature air-conditioning, spacious living areas, a fully equipped kitchen or kitchenette, a self-contained laundry and free toiletries.
Meriton Suites Coward Street, Mascot offers state-of-the-art fitness centre, an indoor heated pool and hot tub.
Capitol Theatre is 5 km from the accommodation, while Darling Harbour Sydney is 6 km away.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around 177 AUD.
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19 Park Hyatt Melbourne Melbourne, Australia
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This 5-star hotel offers an award-winning restaurant, luxurious accommodations and spa facilities, just 0.9 mi from Melbourne’s city center. It is a 4-minute walk from popular shopping precinct Collins Street, and a 5-minute walk from Princess Theater.
Park Hyatt Melbourne provides a variety of rooms that feature city views, Art Deco and Ottoman décor, and spa-inspired Italian marble bathrooms. Free WiFi is included.
The Hotel’s restaurant is known for its creative contemporary cuisine as well as the Park Club Health & Day Spa.
Park Hyatt’s spa and wellness center includes a fully equipped fitness center, a 25-yard heated swimming pool, spa pool, sauna, steam room and outdoor sun terrace.
Nearby attractions include Melbourne Museum, Fitzroy Gardens, and Melbourne's theater district and Chinatown. Queen Victoria Market is 1.9 mi from the property.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around 403 AUD.
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20 The Playford Adelaide - MGallery Adelaide, Australia
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The award-winning 5-star hotel, The Playford Mgallery by Sofitel, is a boutique hotel in the heart of Adelaide on vibrant North Terrace. The hotel features a 24-hour fitness center with a heated pool and sauna.
Located opposite the Adelaide Convention Center and Adelaide Casino, The Playford is only a 10-minute walk to Adelaide Oval and the local shopping area of Rundle Mall is just 1476 feet away. The vibrant streets of the West End, filled with bars and restaurants, are only around the corner and the tram to the beachside suburb of Glenelg departs from outside the hotel.
Each classically designed room features high ceilings, work desks, air conditioning, a TV with cable channels and a marble private bathroom. Tea/coffee making facilities and a mini-bar are also available in the rooms. Some suites have a spa bath, separate living area and small kitchenette. Being a city based hotel, views from the rooms may be limited.
Facilities include a 24-hour reception desk, a business center, valet parking facilities and a guest laundry. The tour desk can assist with day tours to the wine regions of the Barossa Valley or McLaren Vale as well as provide advice on things to see and do in town. The tram to Glenelg Beach departs from around the corner.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around 254 AUD.
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21 Zagame's House Melbourne, Australia
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Situated in Melbourne, 800 metres from Melbourne Central Station, Zagame's House features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can make use of a bar.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Zagame's House rooms include bed linen and towels.
A à la carte, vegetarian or gluten-free breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.
Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Melbourne Museum, State Library of Victoria and Melbourne City Conference Centre. The nearest airport is Essendon Fields Airport, 11 km from Zagame's House.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around 269 AUD.
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22 Crystalbrook Flynn Cairns, Australia
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Located in Cairns, 1.1 km from Cairns Station, Crystalbrook Flynn provides accommodation with free bikes, private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. With a restaurant, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests.
At the hotel, each room has a desk and a flat-screen TV. Each room is equipped with a coffee machine, while certain rooms include a balcony and others also offer city views. At Crystalbrook Flynn rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.
A buffet breakfast is available daily at the accommodation.
Popular points of interest near Crystalbrook Flynn include Cairns Convention Centre, Cairns Regional Gallery and The Cairns Civic Theater. The nearest airport is Cairns Airport, 7 km from the hotel.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around 275 AUD.
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23 Kindred Parkside Apartments Leeton, Australia
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Featuring 5-star accommodation, Kindred Parkside Apartments is set in Leeton, 8.3 km from Five Bough and 10 km from Wamoon. The property is around 10 km from Koonadan Station, 10 km from Gogeldrie and 15 km from Roach Station. The property is allergy-free and is situated 8.1 km from Yanco.
All rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a fridge, an oven, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. The units have a private bathroom, a hairdryer and bed linen.
Stanbridge is 18 km from the hotel, while Euroley is 22 km from the property. The nearest airport is Narrandera Airport, 22 km from Kindred Parkside Apartments.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around 140 AUD.
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24 Kindred Studio Apartments Leeton, Australia
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Kindred Studio Apartments is a 5-star property situated in Leeton. With a garden, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Rooms come with a patio.
The rooms are fitted with a fridge, oven, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. All units in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.
The nearest airport is Narrandera Airport, 21 km from Kindred Studio Apartments.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around 129 AUD.
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25 Meriton Suites Sussex Street, Sydney Sydney, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Sydney.
Located in Sydney CBD and surrounded by some of Sydney's most popular tourist attractions and iconic landmarks, Meriton Suites Sussex Street, Sydney provides 5-star luxury accommodation. The property boasts a range of facilities including a 24-hour fitness centre, indoor heated pool, hot tub and sauna, free WiFi and a 24-hour reception. Barangaroo, SEALIFE Sydney Aquarium and Cockle Bay Wharf are just a short walk away.
The spacious suites offered at Meriton Suites Sussex Street, Sydney are fitted with a gourmet kitchen or kitchenette with a Nespresso coffee machine, designer bathrooms, a dining area and a living area with a flat-screen TV with cable channels to relax after a busy day. Some suites feature sea views.
There is a range of entertainment, cafe, bar and dining options offered nearby Meriton Suites Sussex Street, Sydney and at Darling Harbour, just a 5-minute walk from the property. You can also enjoy wandering around beautiful Hyde Park, a 10-minute walk away or take advantage of the many shopping malls located nearby including the QVB which is a 5-minute walk from the property.
The nearest airport is Kingsford Smith Airport, 9 km from Meriton Suites Sussex Street, Sydney
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around 208 AUD.
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26 QT Newcastle Newcastle, Australia
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Located in Newcastle, 1.2 km from Newcastle Beach, QT Newcastle provides accommodation with a terrace, private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers a tour desk. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.
All units are equipped with air conditioning, a fridge, a minibar, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. Each room includes a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while some feature city views. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and bathrobes.
A à la carte, continental or American breakfast is available daily at the property.
Popular points of interest near QT Newcastle include Nobbys Beach, Stockton Beach and Newcastle Local Court. The nearest airport is Newcastle Airport, 26 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around 202 AUD.
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27 Quay West Suites Melbourne Melbourne, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Melbourne.
Surrounded by shops and restaurants in Melbourne CBD, this 5-star hotel offers spacious suites with LCD TVs, balconies, and panoramic views over Yarra River. Melbourne’s Southbank Promenade and tram station are 200 metres away.
Quay West Suites Melbourne provides suites that include fully equipped kitchens or kitchenettes, dining areas, and a furnished balcony.
Guests can enjoy using the 15-metre indoor lap pool, spa, sauna, and fitness center.
Meals and drinks are served indoors or outdoors on a spacious terrace at the hotel’s Jarrah Restaurant & Bar. The menu features seasonal specialities such as fresh local seafood, light pasta, simple grills and steaks.
Quay West Suites is a short walk from the Melbourne Arts Precinct, Eureka Skydeck, Melbourne Aquarium, Federation Square, and Victorian Arts Centre. Flinders Street Railway Station is a convenient 10-minute walk from the property.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around 300 AUD.
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28 The Oak & Anchor Hotel Port Fairy, Australia
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Located in Port Fairy, The Oak & Anchor Hotel offers 5-star accommodation with a restaurant and a bar. With a garden, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is situated 600 metres from Port Fairy East Beach.
Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. All rooms have a flat-screen TV, and certain rooms at The Oak & Anchor Hotel have a balcony. At the accommodation each room comes with bed linen and towels.
Popular points of interest near The Oak & Anchor Hotel include Pea Soup Beach, Beach 515 and South Mole Beach. The nearest airport is Portland Airport, 80 km from the hotel.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around 272 AUD.
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29 202 Elizabeth Sydney, Australia
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Featuring 5-star accommodation, 202 Elizabeth is situated in Sydney, 600 metres from Central Station Sydney and 1.3 km from Hyde Park Barracks Museum. With a shared lounge, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, a concierge service and luggage storage for guests.
The rooms have a safety deposit box, while selected rooms also boast a balcony. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries.
202 Elizabeth offers a sun terrace.
Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Art Gallery of New South Wales, International Convention Centre Sydney and Australian National Maritime Museum. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 8 km from 202 Elizabeth.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 259 AUD.
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30 Brightlands - Leura Leura, Australia
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Set in Leura, 6 km from Katoomba Scenic World, The Nunnery and Spa at Brightlands offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.
At the hotel, the rooms include a desk. At The Nunnery and Spa at Brightlands all rooms include bed linen and towels.
A buffet, continental or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving local, Asian and international cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested.
The Three Sisters is 5.9 km from The Nunnery and Spa at Brightlands, while Three Sisters Cable Car is 6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bathurst Airport, 95 km from the hotel.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 205 AUD.
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31 Crystalbrook Kingsley Newcastle, Australia
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Situated in Newcastle, 1.7 km from Newcastle Beach, Crystalbrook Kingsley features accommodation with free bikes, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Guests can have a drink at the bar.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Crystalbrook Kingsley provides some rooms with city views, and each room is equipped with a kettle. At the accommodation rooms have bed linen and towels.
Guests at Crystalbrook Kingsley can enjoy a buffet breakfast.
Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Newcastle, like cycling.
Popular points of interest near Crystalbrook Kingsley include Newcastle City Council, Newcastle City Hall and Newcastle Local Court. The nearest airport is Newcastle Airport, 27 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 215 AUD.
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32 The Reef House Palm Cove - Adults Only Palm Cove, Australia
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Boasting 3 swimming pools, 2 spas and tranquil tropical gardens, The Reef House Boutique Hotel & Spa - Adults & Couples Boutique Tropical Escapes is located on a beachfront in Palm Cove. Guests enjoy luxury accommodation and a variety of ways to relax. The Reef House Restaurant offers panoramic ocean views and serves Mediterranean, Asian and Australian cuisine.
The Reef House Boutique Hotel & Spa - Adults & Couples Boutique Tropical Escapes provides individually decorated rooms. Some rooms include private hot tubs or furnished verandas with views of the pool, gardens, and beaches.
Guests are invited to use the Honesty Bar in the Brigadier Lounge and can enjoy free Brigadier's Punch in the evening.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 595 AUD.
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33 W Melbourne Melbourne, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Melbourne.
One of Melbourne's first luxury lifestyle hotels, W Melbourne is located in the CBD on Flinders Lane.
The property offers 5-star accommodation with an indoor pool, sun terrace and state-of-the-art gym. Guests can choose from 3 restaurants and 2 bars. Additionally there is free WiFi and valet car parking is available on a first come, first served basis from $70 per day.
The pool becomes an adult only space from 5PM until 6AM daily.
This property offers an ultra-modern event space, setting the stage for events in Melbourne's CBD.
Popular points of interest near W Melbourne include Block Arcade Melbourne, Eureka Tower and St Paul's Cathedral. The nearest airport is Essendon Fields Airport, 12 km from the hotel.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 429 AUD.
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34 Ace Hotel Sydney Sydney, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Sydney.
Ace Hotel Sydney has free bikes, fitness centre, a restaurant and bar in Sydney. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is 800 metres from Central Station Sydney, and within 1.2 km of the city centre.
At the hotel, all rooms have a TV and a safety deposit box.
Popular points of interest near Ace Hotel Sydney include Hyde Park Barracks Museum, Art Gallery of New South Wales and International Convention Centre Sydney. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 8 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around 239 AUD.
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35 Art Series - The Adnate Perth, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Perth.
Art Series - The Adnate has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a restaurant and bar in Perth. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, a concierge service and free WiFi. The property is 600 metres from the city centre and less than 1 km from Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre.
A à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available each morning at the property.
Popular points of interest near the hotel include Perth Concert Hall, Perth Arena and Perth Town Hall. The nearest airport is Perth Airport, 13 km from Art Series - The Adnate.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around 239 AUD.
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36 Hilton Melbourne Little Queen Street Melbourne, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Melbourne.
Featuring a fitness centre and a bar, Hilton Melbourne Little Queen Street is located in the centre of Melbourne, 700 metres from Block Arcade Melbourne. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a concierge service. The property is non-smoking and is situated less than 1 km from Melbourne City Conference Centre.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Hilton Melbourne Little Queen Street provides certain rooms with city views, and rooms have a kettle. At the accommodation each room is equipped with bed linen and towels.
A buffet, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available daily at the property. At Hilton Melbourne Little Queen Street you will find a restaurant serving Italian and Australian cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested.
Languages spoken at the reception include Mandarin, German, English and Spanish.
Popular points of interest near the hotel include State Library of Victoria, Federation Square and St Paul's Cathedral. The nearest airport is Essendon Fields Airport, 11 km from Hilton Melbourne Little Queen Street.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around 274 AUD.
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37 Le Meridien Melbourne Melbourne, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Melbourne.
Located in Melbourne, a 1-minute walk from Princess Theater, Le Meridien Melbourne provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is 0.9 miles from the city center and a 15-minute walk from Melbourne Museum.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. All rooms are equipped with an electric tea pot, while some rooms come with a kitchenette with a fridge, a dishwasher and a microwave. All guest rooms feature a closet.
A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast is available at the property. At Le Meridien Melbourne you'll find a restaurant serving European cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options can also be requested.
At the accommodation guests are welcome to use a sauna.
Popular points of interest near Le Meridien Melbourne include Federation Square, St. Paul's Cathedral and State Library of Victoria. Essendon Fields Airport is 7.5 miles away.
Guest review score 8.7
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38 Tessa's on the Beach Gold Coast, Australia
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Located in Gold Coast, a few steps from Bilinga Beach, Tessa's on the Beach provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 400 metres from Tugun.
At the hotel, the rooms are equipped with a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, all units at Tessa's on the Beach have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms include a patio. At the accommodation every room comes with bed linen and towels.
Guests at Tessa's on the Beach will be able to enjoy activities in and around Gold Coast, like cycling.
Kirra Beach is 2 km from the hotel, while Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is 2.9 km away. The nearest airport is Gold Coast Airport, a few steps from Tessa's on the Beach.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around 300 AUD.
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39 The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences Gold Coast, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Gold Coast.
Facing the beachfront, The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences offers 5-star accommodation in Gold Coast and features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. The hotel provides an indoor pool, sauna and room service.
Guest rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Each room is fitted with a coffee machine, while selected rooms are equipped with a kitchen with an oven, a dishwasher and a microwave. At The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences the rooms come with bed linen and towels.
A buffet breakfast is available daily at the accommodation.
Popular points of interest near The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences include Surfers Paradise Beach, Broadbeach and Kurrawa Beach. The nearest airport is Gold Coast Airport, 19 km from the hotel.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around 459 AUD.
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40 Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney Sydney, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Sydney.
This award-winning 5-star luxury hotel in the heart of Sydney offers stylish accommodation, along with an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, Jacuzzi, steam room, day spa, complimentary WiFi and 24-hour room service.
Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney is located in Sydney CBD (Central Business District), an easy walk from Circular Quay, The Rocks, Barangaroo and Sydney Opera House. The hotel is located just 300 metres from Wynyard train station, making Amora Hotel Jamison a convenient location for guests travelling for either business or leisure.
Other facilities at the hotel include 10 meeting spaces that cater for 4 to 370 people, along with a restaurant and bar.
Featuring modern amenities and furnished with warm colours, each room is designed for rest and relaxation.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around 296 AUD.
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41 Art Series - The Cullen Melbourne, Australia
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Located in the fashionable Prahran area, this 5-star hotel offers trendy accommodation within walking distance to Chapel Street's popular shopping and dining .
The Cullen provide rooms that boast ultra-modern design with fully contained kitchenette.
The hotel also offers a variety of dining and drinking options: Golda serves Mediterranean cuisine; HuTong Dumpling Bar serves authentic Chinese cuisine.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around 229 AUD.
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42 Hyatt Centric Melbourne Melbourne, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Melbourne.
Located in Melbourne, 500 metres from Crown Casino Melbourne, Hyatt Centric Melbourne provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a restaurant and a bar. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is 500 metres from the city centre and 1.1 km from Block Arcade Melbourne.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Rooms are fitted with a kettle, while selected rooms are equipped with a balcony and others also offer city views. At Hyatt Centric Melbourne each room is fitted with bed linen and towels.
A continental breakfast is available daily at the accommodation.
Hyatt Centric Melbourne offers 5-star accommodation with an indoor pool.
Popular points of interest near the hotel include Marvel Stadium, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and Eureka Tower. The nearest airport is Essendon Fields Airport, 12 km from Hyatt Centric Melbourne.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around 277 AUD.
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43 Lancemore Crossley St. Melbourne Melbourne, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Melbourne.
Attractively situated in Melbourne, Lancemore Crossley St. Melbourne features air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.
At the hotel, rooms have a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Each room has a safety deposit box, while certain rooms are fitted with a balcony. The rooms in Lancemore Crossley St. Melbourne are fitted with free toiletries and an iPod docking station.
The daily breakfast offers buffet, à la carte or continental options.
Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Princess Theatre, State Library of Victoria and Melbourne Central Station. The nearest airport is Essendon Fields Airport, 12 km from Lancemore Crossley St. Melbourne.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around 275 AUD.
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44 The Porter House Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection Sydney, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Sydney.
The Porter House Hotel Sydney - MGallery features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a restaurant and bar in Sydney. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is 700 metres from the city centre and 700 metres from Hyde Park Barracks Museum.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At The Porter House Hotel Sydney - MGallery every room has bed linen and towels.
The accommodation offers a continental or vegetarian breakfast.
Popular points of interest near The Porter House Hotel Sydney - MGallery include Central Station Sydney, Art Gallery of New South Wales and The Royal Botanic Gardens. The nearest airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, 9 km from the hotel.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around 286 AUD.
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45 Hyatt Hotel Canberra - A Park Hyatt Hotel Canberra, Australia
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Offering a state-of-the-art fitness centre with indoor swimming pool and sauna, this luxury hotel is only 5 minutes' drive from Parliament House. Guests can enjoy a decadent afternoon tea in the guest lounge. Free WiFi is available.
Restored to its former 1920s glory and featuring Art Deco design elements, Park Hyatt Canberra is a 10-minute walk from the National Library and a 15-minute walk from the National Gallery of Australia.
Each room features luxurious interiors with a sitting area, large work desk and a marble bathroom with deep bathtub and separate shower. Flat-screen cable TV, air conditioning and heating are also provided.
The Clubhouse at Hyatt Hotel Canberra offers a fully equipped fitness centre with personal trainers, massage services, spa pool, bike hire and a floodlit tennis court.
The Promenade Café offers a stylish and relaxed dining experience. Guests have access to 24-hour in-room dining, concierge services and a 24-hour business centre.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around 298 AUD.
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46 InterContinental Perth City Centre, an IHG Hotel Perth, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Perth.
InterContinental Perth City Centre offers luxury accommodation within the King Street precinct of Perth's CBD and just 600m from Elizabeth Quay. The hotel features on-site dining options and a variety of meeting and private event spaces.
The sophisticated Studio and King rooms at InterContinental Perth City Centre feature a private bathroom with a rain shower and complimentary toiletries, with some offering separate baths. Several rooms boast beautiful views of the city or heritage precinct.
Dining options at InterContinental Perth City Centre include Heno & Rey, offering alfresco dining with tapas, lively Spanish music and homemade sangria as well Ascua, which provides guests with a unique experience where they can see chefs cook over a woodfired grill in the open kitchen and enjoy local, seasonal produce.
Ideally located in the heart of the city, the hotel is close to a variety of shops, cafes, restaurants and supermarkets. Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre is a 10-minute walk from the property, the city train station is 600m away, while Kings Park and Botanic Garden is 2 km away. The nearest airport is Perth Airport, 19 km from InterContinental Perth City Centre.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around 274 AUD.
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47 Pullman Sydney Olympic Park Sydney, Australia
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The Pullman at Sydney Olympic Park offers 5-star accommodation next to Accor Stadium, Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre and Sydney Showground. Facilities include a restaurant, bar and 24 hour-fitness centre.
Each modern room at Pullman Sydney Olympic Park features sweeping views, large bathrooms with separate shower and bath, and cable TV. Suites with spa bath are available.
Bacar Restaurant features an open kitchen, private dining room and modern international cuisine. Bacar Bar offers casual dining with light snacks and a selection of drinks, including wines and cocktails.
Olympic Park Station is only 100 metres from The Pullman at Sydney Olympic Park. The business districts of Parramatta and North Ryde are 15 minutes’ drive away.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around 325 AUD.
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48 East Brunswick Hotel Melbourne, Australia
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Situated in Melbourne and with Melbourne Zoo reachable within 3.4 km, East Brunswick Hotel features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service and an ATM. The property offers services including meeting and banquet facilities and evening entertainment.
The rooms in the hotel are fitted with a kettle. At East Brunswick Hotel, rooms include air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.
Melbourne Museum is 4.2 km from the accommodation, while Melbourne Central Station is 5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Essendon Fields Airport, 9 km from East Brunswick Hotel.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around 288 AUD.
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49 Hotel Chadstone Melbourne, MGallery by Sofitel Chadstone, Australia
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Hotel Chadstone Melbourne, MGallery by Sofitel offers luxury accommodation in Melbourne's fashion capital of Chadstone. World-class dining, shopping and entertainment options are at your doorstep. Guests have access to an indoor heated rooftop pool, exclusive rooftop bar and lounge, a day spa and fitness centre.
Each spacious room features stylish modern décor with a blush or teal colour scheme. Air conditioning and an LCD TV with Bluetooth are provided. The bathroom includes an oversize rain shower, large vanity and luxury amenities. Interconnecting and accessible rooms are available on request.
Dining options at Hotel Chadstone Melbourne include their signature rooftop venue Altus Bar, Lounge & Dining and a ground floor restaurant.
Chadstone Shopping Centre is located next door to the hotel, which has over 550 retailers as well as a cinema. Hotel Chadstone Melbourne, MGallery by Sofitel is a 5-minute drive from Monash University Caulfield campus and a 10-minute drive from Cabrini Hospital. The nearest airport is Melbourne Airport, 39 km from the hotel.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around 279 AUD.
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50 Ovolo Sydney Woolloomooloo, a Wyndham Hotel Sydney, Australia
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Ovolo Woolloomooloo is a 5-star hotel located in Sydney. All accommodation offers Google Chromecast and unique historic fittings. Guests enjoy an indoor pool and a fitness centre.
The hotel is located in Woolloomooloo, next to the Royal Botanical Gardens. It is a 15-minute walk from Sydney Opera House.
Accommodation options include private rooms and loft suites. All rooms and suites include a free minibar, free WiFi, access to a fitness centre and pool and free self-service laundry throughout the stay. Each boasts ultra-modern furnishings, a LCD Smart TV and luxurious bedding.
Guest facilities include a personalised concierge service, in-room massages and a valet laundry and dry cleaning service.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around 322 AUD.
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