Victoria
A genuine off-the-grid getaway, this solar-powered double-storey cottage is constructed from corrugated iron. Its charming interior features a wood-fired…
Victoria
A genuine off-the-grid getaway, this solar-powered double-storey cottage is constructed from corrugated iron. Its charming interior features a wood-fired…
Melbourne
Arty vibes, industrial surfaces, brass trim, lifts with tapestry light boxes that spurt random utterances in a Russian accent – this is one of Melbourne's…
Victoria
This cute timber loft cottage is hidden on Venus Bay, surrounded by nature and wildlife and a 20-minute walk from the beach. While it's not entirely off…
Great Ocean Road
Down a dirt road 3km from the lighthouse is this character-filled caravan park with bush sites, cabins, bunkhouses, pods and old-school caravans. It's…
Victoria
This hotel for the Instagram generation offers a heavily curated and visually arresting accommodation experience. Rooms are as luxe as their hefty price…
Wilsons Promontory Lightstation
Victoria
These isolated, heritage-listed 1850s cottages, attached to a working lightstation on a small dot of land that juts into the ocean, are a real getaway…
Cape Bridgewater Seaview Lodge
Great Ocean Road
Overlooking the water, this wonderful double-storey house was built as a replica of the original Bridgewater Hotel that burnt down here in 1927. As well…
Victoria
These handmade mud-brick units are something special. With an emphasis on recycling and eco-friendliness, the whimsical flats (sleeping up to four) have…
Victoria
At the forefront of Bendigo's style makeover, the Schaller art hotel takes its inspiration from Australian artist Mark Schaller, and his signed works…
Melbourne
This 43-room boutique hotel has a cool city vibe. It's friendly, fun and loaded with goodies – on the free list are self-service laundry, minibar, a…
Great Ocean Road
Set on a 200-hectare property, this historic sheep-farm homestead has been in the same family since 1840. Rooms are in a 1940s cottage with fireplaces and…
Melbourne
Low-key, contemporary and elegant, 15-room Coppersmith has every right to call itself a boutique property. Designer furniture, heavenly beds and fine…
Great Ocean Road
Here's the perfect opportunity to indulge your fantasy of living in a remote, windswept lighthouse keeper's cottage. The cottages (which date to 1884)…
Victoria
The old Northern Hotel (c 1870) has been beautifully restored and decorated by renowned furniture maker and artist Nicholas Dattner. The spacious,…
Victoria
These excellent self-contained cottages are set in rambling gardens on the Murray River around 5km northwest of town. They blend old-world style with…
Victoria
It’s hard not to be overcome by the serenity as you sit on the broad verandah of this early-1900s timber guesthouse and take in uninterrupted views over…
Victoria
This spotless eco backpackers has a friendly, cosy feel. Owner Tim has run the place for 25 years and is a fantastic source of local info. There are free…
Victoria
These luxury apartments add a touch of class to Echuca's central motel-style options. The building's older section (once a bustling pub from the 1870s)…
Victoria
Located upstairs in an elegant heritage hotel, the Criterion's boutique rooms are definitely a step up from your average pub accommodation. All are…
Victoria
Choose between vineyard or river views at Mitchelton's sleek and stylish hotel inaugurated in late 2017. Decor infused with natural, earthy tones is warm…
Victoria
This remote lighthouse offers fully self-contained accommodation in the historic assistant keeper’s residence. The three bedrooms sleep up to eight, and…
Victoria
Set amid 34 acres of vines and gardens, this is probably the best accommodation option on the Peninsula. Its popularity as a wedding venue means that it…
Beacon Point Ocean View Villas
Great Ocean Road
With a commanding hill location among the trees, this wonderful collection of comfortable one- and two-bedroom villas is a luxurious yet affordable bush…
Victoria
The views are stupendous from these luxury self-contained digs near the Prom entrance. The three tastefully appointed cottages (studio, one bedroom and…
Victoria
These delightful timber cottages, with cosy lounge chairs, cute verandahs and log fires, spread up the hill from the main road amid gum trees and…
Victoria
This excellent B&B is set in a lovely garden near Lake Boga, 10 minutes' drive from Swan Hill. The ultra-friendly hosts provide a full home-cooked…
Great Ocean Road
The perfect choice for those seeking a romantic getaway or forest retreat, Qdos' luxury Zen tree houses are fitted with tatami mats, rice-paper screens…
Victoria
Allawah offers two lovely options in the heart of Bendigo's historic centre, both in heritage former bank buildings. The maisonette rooms at the rear of…
Victoria
A boutique accommodation-booking service, Flop House has nine wonderful options around town that are decked out with style and charm. Choose between…
Victoria
In 2007 the Castlemaine Scout Hall (c 1908) was relocated to Harcourt to be converted into this stylish B&B. Its open-plan interior has high ceilings,…
Great Ocean Road
The panoramic ocean views from the balconies here are incredible. The three self-contained rooms are huge, with big brass beds, telescopes and a modern…
Novotel and Ibis Melbourne Central
Melbourne
Once you get your head around this sparkling dual hotel in the city centre, you'll realise it's a fabulous option for its location, cleanliness and design…
Victoria
This luxury B&B occupies a restored 19th-century weatherboard church that was relocated from Melbourne a few years back. The lavish suites feature…
Victoria
This remote lighthouse has two comfortable, heritage-listed cottages and one double bungalow, which originally housed the assistant lighthouse keepers…
Great Ocean Road
Reminiscent of a luxury African safari lodge, this mud-brick homestead stands in pastoral surrounds with plenty of wildlife. It's all solar powered and…
Victoria
These two luxury villas are close to town, off Mackey’s Peak Rd, but they seem a world away when you’re reclining on your bed or by the log fire, taking…
Melbourne
This discreet Flinders Lane property has a glam European feel with design touches throughout. The lobby looks good enough to eat, although it could just…
Victoria
The best of Ballarat's Victorian-era pubs was so named after it hosted the Prince of Wales and the Duke of Edinburgh, as well as literary royalty: Mark…
Great Ocean Road
There's a range of options at this romantic, windswept historic lighthouse. You can book out the whole Head Lightkeeper’s House (sleeps 16) or the smaller…
Port Campbell Guesthouse Flashpackers
Great Ocean Road
A place for independent-minded budget travellers who aren't into the hostel scene, this guesthouse feels more like going around to a mate's place. Set up…