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Sydney  
   

Sheraton on the Park

Deluxe

The Sheraton on the Park rises majestically over beautiful Hyde Park, in the vibrant centre of Sydney's dynamic shopping and business district. From the magnificent Grand Lobby, with its sweeping staircases and dramatic marble pillars, a superb view of the park creates a charming ambience. Guest rooms feature luxurious marble and granite bathrooms, deluxe amenities the finest quality furnishings and every appointment you would expect from a five star hotel. 

 

Television, telephones, in-room movies, mini-bar with refrigerator, tea and coffee making facilities, in-room safe and individually controlled air-conditioning. The hotel's restaurant, Gekko, is locally known for its style and the creative menus they offer. Enjoy easy access to the city's attractions – a short walk to elegant boutique and department stores. You are also only a short distance by monorail, to Darling Harbor shopping and Convention Centre. Sydney Harbor, the Opera House, the Historic Rocks area, Sydney Tower, art galleries, museums and theatres and restaurants are also within walking distance.

 
   


   

Sydney Harbour Marriott

Deluxe

Located near Circular Quay, the Sydney Harbour Marriott is perfectly positioned for enjoying Sydney's major attractions. The world famous Opera House, the magnificent harbor, the historic Rocks district, art galleries and shopping are all close by. The 550 spacious rooms feature five star inclusions such as individually controlled air-conditioning, television and 24 hour room service.

 

Three restaurants and bars cater to all tastes: Icons Brasserie is an innovative restaurant renowned for its seafood buffet, open flambé kitchen and local cuisine. Enjoy a pint or two at the Customs House Bar, a 150 year old traditional CBD watering hole or visit Macquarie Lounge located in the Atrium lobby which offers live evening entertainment, light meals and cocktails. There is also a heated indoor swimming pool, sauna, solarium, gym, massage and professional beauty treatments to provide total relaxation.

 
   


   

Vibe Hotel Rushcutters

Superior

You will love the convenience of staying in the dynamic park side location of Rushcutters Bay. Enjoy high fashion amidst the boutiques of Sydney's Double Bay and craft markets of Paddington, or five minutes in a taxi takes you into the Sydney CBD for the delights of Pitt Street and Castlereagh Street shopping. Eastern suburbs beaches call you to brunch by the surf, with the world renowned Bondi Beach and its iconic lifestyle only minutes away from your Sydney hotel.

Each of the 245 rooms feature two phones with voicemail, mini bar, data ports, tea and coffee making facilities, iron and ironing board, clothes brush and hairdryer, television, and individual climate control air conditioning.

Hotel facilities include a heated rooftop swimming pool with extensive sundeck overlooking Rushcutters Bay, rooftop gym and health and fitness center with steam room, and an outdoor jogging track through Rushcutters Bay Park to the CYCA Marina. Sip on cocktails for stylish pre-dinner or late night drinks at Curve Bar or dine overlooking Rushcutters Bay Park and the Marina at the fully licensed Curve Restaurant, with a spacious covered terrace.

 
 
   


   

The Menzies, Sydney

Superior

Centrally located in the heart of Sydney's central business district, The Menzies Sydney offers 446 elegantly appointed rooms and all the services you would expect of a 4-star luxury hotel. In room features include air conditioning, direct-dial telephones, television, private bathrooms, tea and coffee making facilities, mini bar, data ports and infra red keyboard for internet access via the television. The Menzies also boasts 2 restaurants and 3 bars, a fitness club consisting of heated pool, spa, sauna and gym, on-site gem store and newsagent, a corporate hospitality lounge, business centre and 24 hour concierge and room service. The Menzies is within easy walking distance of major attractions including the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbor Bridge, Darling Harbor and The Rocks historical area.

 
   


   

Holiday Inn Darling Harbour

Superior

The Holiday Inn Darling Harbor is in a great location, opposite The Sydney Entertainment Center, next to Chinatown and at the gateway to Sydney's famous Darling Harbor complexes.  You may walk to some of Sydney's best restaurants, theatres and shopping, or board a ferry, monorail or light rail for sightseeing. Transportation to Circular Quay and Pitt Street Mall are also close by.

 

A 4-star international standard hotel, Holiday Inn Darling Harbor has a heritage listed former wool store cloaking the northern wing of the hotel in history. Guest rooms feature individual air conditioning, telephone, mini-bar, television and in house movies, iron and ironing board, hairdryer and tea and coffee making facilities.

 
   


   

Travelodge Sydney

Standard

Travelodge Sydney on Wentworth Avenue is one of the new generation Travelodge hotels. Situated in the revitalized southern Sydney city, the hotel is conveniently located next to the best that Sydney has to offer. Travelodge Sydney is a 3-star moderate hotel located in the centre of Sydney's central business district.  Ideal for the business and leisure traveler, the hotel is close to Hyde Park, Oxford Street and within walking distance of Sydney's cosmopolitan restaurants, theatres and shopping. Travelodge Sydney provides all of the facilities required for a comfortable and pleasant stay. Rooms are modern and fresh with a range of facilities designed for both the business and leisure traveler.

 
 
Hunter Valley  
   

Peppers Convent
Deluxe
Peppers Convent was built in 1909 in Coonamble, 400 miles west of the Hunter Valley, for the Brigidine Order of Nuns newly arrived from Ireland. It was then transported to its present site at Pokolbin, in the heart of the wine producing Hunter Valley.

Each room is complete with its own mini-bar, bathroom, air conditioning and French doors opening onto a wide veranda. The décor of the rooms has been described as having a French Baroque flavor, illuminated through the constant symbol of cherubs, angels and use of gilt furnishings. The white cane furniture alludes to long sultry afternoons spent relaxing in the high ceiling, airy rooms. A touch of romance is added by the mosquito netting.

Local attractions in the area include the many wineries, antiques, galleries and restaurants as well as historical tours. Facilities at Peppers Convent include an indoor heated spa, swimming pool, tennis court, sunny breakfast rooms and a formal guest lounge where pre-dinner Champagne and canapés are available for purchase before you dine in one of the marvelous restaurants of the Hunter Valley.

 


   

The Hunter Resort
Standard
Just two hours drive north of Sydney, the Hunter Resort is nestled among its own vineyards, incorporating a beautiful restaurant, wine tasting cellars, and the Hunter Valley's largest winery. During your stay, enjoy a comprehensive half hour tour of the winery, which takes guests through the entire winemaking process, from grape to wine. This is followed by a private wine tasting with compliments of the resort, where cellar master wines are presented, tasted then discussed. All rooms have queen size beds and another double sofa bed, or two twin beds. Recreational facilities at the Resort include heated spa, swimming pool, tennis, table tennis, volleyball, mountain bikes and walking tracks. Other facilities nearby (additional cost may apply) include horseriding, hot air ballooning, 4 wheel drive tours, clay pigeon shooting, craft and pottery shops. The Hunter Resort is a family run operation. Guests are treated to first class service by host, Philip Hele.

 
Melbourne  
   

The Langham

Deluxe

Sister property to London's famous Langham Hotel, this 5 star deluxe hotel has Melbourne's most enviable location on the banks of the famous Yarra River with an established reputation as one of Australia's finest hotels.  Today, Southgate is one of the cities most exclusive areas and it is here that the Langham Hotel Melbourne is situated amid a variety of al fresco cafes, lively restaurants, bars and boutiques, yet still a short stroll from the much acclaimed Federation Square, the Arts Centre and the Botanical Gardens. Inside, the hotel has been designed as a Victorian mansion, which is instantly evident from its grand marble staircase, cascading fountains and magnificent chandeliers.

 

The classically designed guestrooms are elegant and spacious and all boast marble bathrooms with separate shower unit and bathtub, along with all the conveniences and luxuries associated with a hotel of this caliber. Award winning Melba Brasserie offers one of the best and most delicious breakfasts in the city with its extensive buffet and is definitely worth enjoying to take advantage of the views over the Yarra to the famous Flinders Street.  The recently opened 'Chuan' spa truly offers the ultimate in pampering also, with extensive treatment rooms specializing in a variety of local and Chinese therapies, aromatherapy steam rooms, conservatory covered pool, whirlpool and extensive gymnasium.

 
   


   

Rydges

Superior

The stylish Rydges Melbourne is located in the centre of Melbourne's vibrant theatre and entertainment district and is within moments of the exclusive boutiques of Collins Street. Enjoy the portfolio of attractions our city has to offer while staying at Rydges Melbourne – the National Tennis Centre, Fitzroy Gardens, the National Gallery and Arts Complex, museums and theatres.

 

Containing 363 rooms and 70 luxurious suites, Rydges Melbourne is a veritable hive of activity, revolving around CBD a brand-new cool cafe-bar and restaurant where you'll find great food, beer on tap and coffee. For something a bit more formal, try the elegant Legends Grill, or retreat to Legends Bar. If you want a night under the stars, you could indulge yourself with a midnight swim in the heated rooftop pool.

 
   


   

Travelodge Southbank

Standard

Travelodge Southbank Melbourne is situated within walking distance to some of Melbourne's most popular attractions including the MCG (Melbourne Cricket Ground), Crown Casino and the Melbourne Aquarium.  It is minutes from a variety of world class restaurants, shops and galleries.

 

Rooms provides all of the facilities required for a comfortable and pleasant stay, with a modern, fresh look and a range of facilities designed for both the business and leisure traveler. All rooms feature a kitchenette with microwave, fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, individually controlled air conditioning, en suite bathroom, black out curtains, dining/work table with PC data and power points, color television with radio and movie channels and telephone with voice mail. The hotel also offers a coin operated guest laundry, dry cleaning service and 24 hour reception.

 
   


   

Captain's at the Bay
(Apollo Bay, Victoria)

Superior

Captain's at the Bay is a superb contemporary Bed & Breakfast in the heart of Apollo Bay. A superb stay right in town, designed with couples in mind, this property incorporates a unique nautical flavor based on the history of the site. Choose from 3 different types of accommodation; The Terraces, The Cottage, or The Loft, each with their own decor, style and artwork, and all with their own en suite.

The four Terraces are private bed sitting rooms. Each has a lounge area for two and looks onto a private furnished courtyard garden. The Terraces are ideal for everything from romance to a base for touring. The Cottage is a spacious bed sitting room also looking onto its own private courtyard garden. It is beautifully appointed like the Terraces, but being by itself it is more secluded.

The Loft is a different style again and is quite spectacular. To the same level of appointment, it has two separate private bedrooms upstairs and a large living area down stairs. It is very popular with all groups and especially those who return with family or friends from home or overseas. It is also by itself, so is sought after by those couples who just want to be alone.

The guest lounge and dining room, set up restaurant style, is warm, relaxed and elegant, with a huge open fire, bar and espresso. Breakfast at leisure, it's your area so we want you to use it. In the warmer months, when crayfish are in season, indulge in an intimate dinner including seafood platters and crayfish salads.

 
   


   

Claerwen Retreat
(Apollo Bay, Victoria)

Superior

Claerwen Retreat was named after the sun and moonlight reflecting off the ocean, from a Welsh word meaning 'clear light'. It is spectacularly located high above the world at the end of a small winding road on a plateau of hills overlooking the ocean at Apollo Bay on the southwest coast of Victoria. It is the highest point in the area, an old aboriginal sacred site with stunning ocean views.

 

All rooms have panoramic views of the Great Ocean Road and the Otway Ranges. Claerwen is surrounded by the tranquility of 130 acres of park, fern gullies and forest. The views of the Great Ocean Road coastline and the rolling hills of the Otway Ranges are spectacular. In the region, The Twelve Apostles, the surf beaches at Moonlight Heads and Johanna, the rainforests of the Otway Ranges and Cape Otway National Park with their waterfalls and fern gullies like Mait's Rest and Melba Gully, are waiting to be explored. Bush and beach walking, horse riding, hang gliding, mountain bike riding, and joy flights along the coastline can all be arranged.

 
   


   

Quest Ansonia
(Ballarat, Victoria)

Superior

This boutique hotel is a Heritage Listed Property whose warmth and charm of the past is sure to intrigue guests.

 

The glass-roofed atrium is a feature that extends the length of the building and is flanked by the twenty guest suites, each with private facilities. The spacious suites feature en suite bathrooms including a deep bath, stylish furnishings, direct dial phones, television, iron and ironing board and Wireless Broadband.

 

The hotel also boasts an on-site restaurant and along with a range of extensive guest services, will delight even the most discerning of travelers.

 
   


   

Royal Mail Hotel
(Dunkeld, Victoria)

Superior

This historic hotel is idyllically located in Dunkeld at the base of Mount Sturgeon, at the southern tip of western Victoria's Grampians Ranges. Originally established in 1855, the hotel retains its historical charm while providing guests with contemporary, architecturally designed facilities that take advantage of the stunning natural surroundings.

 

Accommodation is located both at thehotel itself and on the Mt Sturgeon Estate, a nearby working sheep station and the starting point for many of the guided walks leading into the captivating beauty of the Grampians National Park. Guests will be surprised at the natural beauty of the area and the extensive range of quality accommodation, food, wine and activities on offer.

   


   

Oscar’s Waterfront Boutique Hotel
(Port Fairy, Victoria)

Superior

Oscars Waterfront Boutique Hotel is situated on the Moyne River overlooking the marina of yachts, in historic Port Fairy.  It is along the Shipwreck Coast, off the Great Ocean Road and just a short drive from the magnificent Twelve Apostles, Grampians and Coonawarra wine region. The style of Oscars is French provincial, with many lounging areas and interesting pieces of furniture. The inviting open fires roar in winter and set the perfect ambiance for reading.  The magnificent verandah overlooking the river is a must for breakfast (included) no matter what the season! 

 

There are just seven individually decorated rooms, all with a generous en-suite, king size bed, television and fully stocked bar fridge.  The hotel is smoke-free and does not cater for children.  Oscars is centrally located to all the local restaurants, walking tracks, and historic buildings. A short stroll along the wharf and over the rivers walk bridge, will find you on one of Australia's most favorite beaches. A full cooked breakfast is included and served from 8am to 9.30am.

 
   


   

Pink Pass
(Victoria)

Standard

The Pink Pass offers Comfort or Quality hotels in city centers, key regional areas or suburban locations and rate at around a 3.5 to 4 star level.

 

Choice HotelPass is a convenient, flexible and very cost effective way to travel. Enjoy the freedom of traveling when using the renowned Choice HotelPass. Choose to stay at any Comfort, Quality or Clarion hotel across Australia using your open-dated or pre-booked accommodation vouchers.

 

Purchase your passes prior to your departure and simply choose to pre-book your accommodation before traveling or travel with open passes giving you the flexibility of travel, to stay where you like when you like. Each open pass is valid for one night.

 

Reservations are strongly recommended during peak times including November-February, school holidays and long weekends. All reservations are subject to availability.

 
   


   

Green Pass
(Victoria)

Superior

The Green Pass offers Comfort or Quality hotels in suburban or regional areas and rate at around a 4.5 star level.

 

Choice HotelPass is a convenient, flexible and very cost effective way to travel. Enjoy the freedom of traveling when using the renowned Choice HotelPass. Choose to stay at any Comfort, Quality or Clarion hotel across Australia using your open-dated or pre-booked accommodation vouchers.

 

Purchase your passes prior to your departure and simply choose to pre-book your accommodation before traveling or travel with open passes giving you the flexibility of travel, to stay where you like when you like. Each open pass is valid for one night.

 

Reservations are strongly recommended during peak times including November-February, school holidays and long weekends. All reservations are subject to availability.

 
   


   

Sebel Heritage
(Yarra Valley)

Standard

Nestled amidst the superb, Yarra Valley countryside, The Sebel Heritage Yarra Valley embodies the essence of a relaxed, elegant, boutique hotel. At the heart of the prestigious Heritage Golf and Country Club, The Sebel Heritage offers guests superior accommodation and exemplary service in a magnificent setting.

 

Choose between a stylish guestroom or elegant suite with individual spa. Each offers a private balcony or terrace and sweeping vistas of the Yarra countryside.

 

This outstanding region, famous for its natural beauty, affords a host of recreational opportunities, including the only private Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course in Australia, a fair test for expert or recreational golfers and the famous collection of Yarra Valley vineyards. Rejuvenate at the lavish stand-alone Day Spa located within the hotel grounds and take advantage of the recreation center, day spa facility and swimming pool.

   


   

Chateau Yering
(Yarra Valley)

Superior

One of the earliest established and richest farms in the district and one of the most beautiful and conveniently situated country residences around Melbourne, Chateau Yering was reborn in 1997 as a gracious five star luxury hotel with period fittings throughout, offering luxury accommodation, service and dining.

 

This heritage listed Victorian mansion on 250 acres, borders the Yarra River and is set amidst established gardens dating from 1854. The luxury period accommodation and award winning Eleonore's Restaurant boast some of the best rural vistas in Victoria, whilst the lounges and sitting room showcase fine paintings and antique furniture. The accommodation at Chateau Yering consists of 32 suites individually decorated with different color schemes.

 

The Hotel's two restaurants offer fine local produce skillfully prepared by Head Chef, Mathew Macartney and his team, complemented by outstanding Yarra Valley wines from our historic cellar built in 1840. Breakfast is included during your stay.

   


   

Peppers Moonah Links
(Mornington Peninsula)

Standard

Located on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula, Peppers Moonah Links Resort is one of Australia's finest golf resorts, featuring luxury accommodation, two 18 hole championship golf courses and an endota spa.

 

Peppers Moonah Links Mornington Peninsula offers guests luxury accommodation in 96 deluxe rooms and suites, all with balconies overlooking the stunning course or putting green. The Mornington Peninsula is famous for its fine wineries, restaurants and holiday facilities. Fishing, boating, horse riding, bushwalking, historic parks, food and wine festivals and charming nearby towns of Portsea and Sorrento combine to make the Mornington Peninsula one of the most exciting visitor regions in Australia.

 

Peppers Moonah Links Resort is the ultimate destination for golf enthusiasts and perfect for visitors looking for stylish accommodation from which to explore the delights of the Mornington Peninsula region.

 
   


   

Woodman Estate
(Mornington Peninsula)

Superior

Woodman Estate's beauty & serenity is easily accessible. Nestled within 50 acres of rolling pastures and lush fragrant bushland, the Estate is set amidst an extensive formal garden of box hedges, rose gardens, herbaceous borders and sweeping lawns to the lake's edge. This gracious Country Hotel overlooks a breathtaking private lake that boasts it's very own island.

 

Woodman Estate offers all the elegance and tradition of a bygone era complete with all comfort and convenience of the modern day. The Estate is a majestic example of timeless style and brilliant design and just an hour from Melbourne. The deluxe suites are located in the grandeur of the Lodge and Manor House. Escape to your suite or relax in the many sitting areas inside and outside by the water.

 

Enjoy contemporary Australian Cuisine overlooking the floodlit private lake. Affectionately known as Woodmans, this acclaimed a la carte restaurant has been delighting local visitors along with the Formal Dining Room, which is an elegant a la carte Brasserie and a delightful verandah, all overlooking the water. The Spa at Woodmans Estate is the perfect place to chill out.

 
 
Cairns  
   

The Sebel Reef House & Spa

Deluxe

The Sebel Reef House & Spa, just 20 minutes north of Cairns in Palm Cove, offers an elegance unrivalled by any other property in this area.  Set in private grounds with tropical gardens, the sound of water trickling down from the waterfall into one of the three pools adds to the magic of this beautiful resort-style hotel. Set in private grounds on a palm-fringed beachfront along the Great Barrier Reef, The Sebel Reef House is a luxurious, boutique hotel which captures the essence of the tropics with its landscaped tropical gardens and protected ancient melaleuca trees. Secluded yet cosmopolitan, it is delightfully reminiscent of the colonial clubs of a bygone era, while promising personalised attention and sophisticated service.

 

The colonial-style Sebel Reef House hotel captures the ambience and charm of tropical North Queensland, with airy rooms, subtle furnishings with an elegant atmosphere and attentive yet personal service. Dining at the hotel is an experience in the open restaurant or on the deck looking out to the Ocean; the chef prepares the freshest of tropical produce for which the area is renowned.

 
   


   

Pacific International

Superior

The Pacific International commands a superb waterfront location on the picturesque Cairns Esplanade, overlooking Trinity harbor and the Marlin Marina.  Situated adjacent to the major departure points to the Great Barrier Reef, main shopping precinct and the Casino, it is the ideal base for visitors to enjoy the wonders of Tropical Far North Queensland. A soaring three-storey lobby, classic rattan furniture, fine Queensland timbers, gleaming brass and extensive landscaping creates a cool welcoming tropical ambience.

 

Rooms and suites offer spaciousness and elegance.  All rooms have private balcony with superb views over Trinity Harbor and parklands. Rooms include tea and coffee making facilities, in-house movies and electronic safes.  This 4-star hotel also offers restaurants, room service, bars and easy access to tours and sights in and around Cairns and in walking distance of all main restaurants.

 
   


   

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Standard

Situated on 10.5 acres of tropical landscaped gardens and only 6 kms from Cairns City Center, this tropical resort offers comfortable, colonial-style accommodation as well as excellent service and dining.  The resort offers many activities such as swimming in the free-form salt water pools (one with a swim up pool bar), tennis, day tours out to the reef and the rainforests, and the option of simply lounging in the sun.

 

The Cairns Colonial Club Resort provides courtesy airport shuttles as well as shuttle buses to and from town every hour during the day, so you may browse through the city and do some souvenir shopping.  Other features include 3 Restaurants, Conference Centre, Gymnasium, Hair Dressing Salon, Massage and Beauty Salon, guest laundry and an internet café.

 
 
Great Barrier Reef Islands  
   

Hayman

Deluxe      

Renowned for its elegance, service and superior location, Hayman is the ultimate in classic sophistication for the world-class traveler. With champagne in hand, the luxurious Hayman launch spirits you away to one of the finest resorts on earth. Surrounded by idyllic coral fringed beaches and lapping the waters of the Coral Sea, Hayman offers 244 guest rooms, suites, penthouses and a beach villa, all featuring private terraces or balconies.

 

The Palm Wing is centrally located in the resort with excellent access to all facilities. The Pool

Wing overlooks the famous Hayman Pool and tropical gardens and is ideal for guests wishing to be close to and enjoy views of the icon pool. The Lagoon Wing overlooks the tranquil lagoon, tropical gardens and Lagoon Pool and offers larger rooms and suites than those in the Pool Wing. The Beach Wing comprises Beach Front rooms and a private Beach Villa fronting Hayman Beach, and Retreat Rooms set back from the beach in tropical gardens. This wing is ideal for couples wishing to stay in boutique accommodation with tranquil surrounds.

 

Hayman provides unique culinary indulgences. The resort boasts fabulous restaurants and bars plus a lounge, and hosts evenings with the chef in the main kitchen. From al fresco home-style

Italian and Mediterranean dining in a rustic setting to specialties of traditional Asian cultures prepared with innovative flare, Hayman has dining options to satisfy any palate.

 

Hayman’s ideal location presents opportunities to enjoy a range of adventures in the waters lapping the island. Partake in an Outer Reef adventure where diving, snorkeling or just relaxing are the order of the day. Cruise aboard Reef Dancer and snorkel amongst spectacular coral and beautiful tropical fish before ascending to sparkling wine and refreshments. For a touch of romance, why not indulge in a champagne beach sunset drop off, where wine, cheese, picnic rugs and cushions perfectly set the mood for an unforgettable sunset?

 
 
   


   

Hamilton Island

Superior

Situated in the heart of the Whitsunday Island group, this place has something to suit all tastes and budgets. With daily tours to the Great Barrier Reef, 40 different activities, 10 restaurants, 6 pools and over 20 shops and boutiques — Hamilton Island is just as ideal for families seeking adventure as it is for couples in search of seclusion.

 

A wide variety of accommodations are spotted around the island. The Palm Terrace is a great value option located near the beach. Set in tropical gardens, rooms are spacious and specifically designed for couples or small families. The Reef View Hotel offers a variety of well-appointed, extremely spacious rooms and suites. The ocean views from here are amongst the best in the world and have to be seen to be believed. This 4 star hotel has its own breakfast restaurant, lounge and bar.

 

The Whitsunday Holiday Apartments comprise one bedroom standard and superior apartments located opposite the beach. With fully equipped kitchens, room service, share laundry and 12 hour reception these apartments are perfect for those looking for the convenience of hotel facilities as well as the flexibility of self-catering features.

 

Beach Club is a 5 star beachfront boutique style hotel with uninterrupted views of the Coral Sea that specializes in catering for couples. Rooms are contemporary and minimalist in design, evoking a spacious yet homely feel. This hotel comes complete with a private infinity pool, club lounge and bar and VIP buggy chauffeur service.

 

Feel at home in a Standard, Superior or Deluxe Villa. Located near the marina, choose from 1, 2, 3 or 4 bedroom accommodations with fully equipped kitchens, great views and your very own 4-seater buggy to get around the island.

 

Activities abound on Hamilton Island. Daily tours to the Great Barrier Reef and Whitehaven Beach, sea kayaking, twilight sailing, game fishing, scenic flights, diving, cuddling a koala, bushwalking, relaxing by the pool, waterskiing...with over 40 different activities you can do everything, or nothing at all.

 
 
   


   

Dunk Island

Superior

The palm-fringed beaches and lush rainforests make this island ideal for those who want to get away from it all or who want to do it all. Perfect for families and couples alike, Dunk Island offers an array of accommodation styles and activities that cater to all guests. From Garden Cabanas set in tropical gardens with comfortable amenities, to Beachfront Rooms that boast easy beach access and balcony or patio areas, you are sure to feel at home here. For uninterrupted views of the bay and direct access to the beach, choose a Bayview Suite complete with split level sleeping and living areas and a large balcony.

 

Dunk has a variety of restaurants and eateries designed to please any taste buds. The Beachcomber Restaurant more than caters for all those à la carte cravings. EJ's on the Deck is an island favorite with a savvy sidewalk café style, and BB's on the Beach is great for a relaxing bite to eat. With a postcard view across the palm-fringed beach to distant islands, the Plantation Bar and Lounge is perfect for a quiet drink.

 

With an enormous variety of activities to choose from, the difficult decision is deciding what to do first! Start the day with a rainforest walk and take in the spectacular views. After breakfast, explore one of the national park walking trails through the rainforest and later perhaps a snorkeling adventure to discover an abundance of marine life below the pristine ocean. Water sports galore are available from water skiing to kayaking, aqua aerobics to sail boarding! Go horse riding along the beach, play a round of golf on the 18-hole course, and visit the Spa of Peace and Plenty; a perfect sanctuary for those in search of some pampering. For those seeking a family friendly resort that has it all, look no further than Dunk Island. Breakfast and dinner is included.

 
 
   


   

Heron Island

Superior

Known as a nature lover’s retreat, Heron is a coral cay located right on the Great Barrier Reef.

Here you can swim straight off the beach to a garden of coral where the waters are teeming with beautifully colored fish and marine life. You won’t see buildings above the tree line, and you won't bump into day-trippers either.

 

There are a variety of accommodation choices, all of which blend seamlessly with the surrounding environment. Turtle Rooms are set in lush gardens and feature a large deck and outdoor area exuding a relaxed casual style. Positioned closer to the beach, Reef Suites offer filtered reef and water views with living areas extending outdoors to a balcony or garden setting.

 

For absolute beach frontage, choose a Heron Beachside Suite. Generously sized, these suites boast spacious rooms, separate living area and large balconies. For maximum privacy, a Wistari Suite is the perfect alternative. Situated in garden surrounds with views of the ocean, each suite is air conditioned and has a private outdoor terrace complete with a two person hammock; perfect for enjoying the complimentary fruit basket and sunset canapés each evening. Point Suites boast premium beach front. Granting breathtaking reef views and magical sunsets, these spacious rooms are air conditioned and include a deluxe fruit basket on arrival and a plate of sunset canapés delivered each afternoon.

 

Set within a grove of trees with a private boardwalk providing beach access, The Beach House is Heron Island’s most upscale accommodation. A separate bedroom with spacious en suite, expansive living area, and fully stocked mini bar all set the scene for a relaxing visit. The perfect finishing touches include the fruit basket on arrival, afternoon sunset canapés each day and, of course, a private outdoor shower.

 

The restaurant, bar and lounge provide panoramic reef views, with a cocktail bar, entertainment lounge, dance floor and library area. Explore and discover the natural attractions on offer, from diving and snorkeling, to reef walks and bird watching. There's no need for day trips to the reef because you're already there. Choose from over twenty different dive sites, more than half of which are just fifteen minutes from the beach.

 

Stop in at the Aqua Soul Spa; influenced by the rich and diverse beauty of the sea, a visit here will be sure to refresh and rejuvenate. The relaxed island lifestyle on Heron promotes a sophisticated yet casual resort atmosphere to perfectly suit this natural paradise. All meals are included.

 
 
 
Ayers Rock  
   

Sails in the Desert

Deluxe

Slip into comfort and luxury right in the heart of the Central Australian Outback at The Sails in the Desert Hotel.  Relax in spacious, airy and exquisitely furnished rooms, enjoy a cocktail in the beautiful grounds, or sit back and relax under the magnificent white sails that give the hotel its name. There is a tennis court or the immaculate putting green for the energetic, or wander through the magnificent art gallery and buy some local art!

 

All rooms have a private balcony or verandah, private bathroom (with bath and shower), air conditioning, mini-bar, television, and in-house video.  Also note that all rooms are non-smoking.  Being in the middle of the desert does not mean luxuries have to be forgone.

 
 
   


   

Desert Gardens

Superior

Just a short drive from Ayers rock, and only 3 miles from Connellan Airport, the Desert Gardens is a stylish hotel set among flowering native shrubs and eucalyptus trees.  Stroll down shaded walkways to spacious poolside rooms or walk through the gardens to the deluxe rooms, all of which have private courtyards or verandahs. At sunset, unwind and listen to the silence of the desert in one of these peaceful enclaves.

 

The Desert Gardens Hotel has 100 air conditioned guest rooms with all the comforts you would expect, en suite bathroom, television, mini bar and tea and coffee making facilities. The hotel also boasts plenty of outdoor activities including a swimming pool, half size tennis court and verandahs with magnificent views of Ayers Rock, providing holiday makers with superb four-star resort-style facilities and accommodation.

 
 
   


   

Lost Camel

Standard

The latest addition to the Ayers Rock Resort, The Lost Camel is a contemporary boutique hotel with a distinctive "village" feel. The stylish rooms are built around lush courtyards and a swimming pool, and the hotel combines an interesting mix of Aboriginal and modern urban themes. Conveniently located near the Resort Shopping Centre, the Lost Camel embodies the total travel experience for body, mind and spirit.

 

The Lost Camel features 99 self-contained guest rooms with all rooms built around lush courtyards and a generous swimming pool. The lobby features contemporary furnishings, bright open spaces, a small bar and a subtle Aboriginal/cultural theme prominent throughout.

 
 
 
Adelaide  
   

Hyatt Regency Adelaide

Deluxe

Hyatt Regency Adelaide offers a superb location in the heart of this beautifully landscaped city of inlaid gardens and churches.  An integral part of Adelaide’s Plaza, which incorporates the Casino and the Convention Centre, it is just 15 minutes by car to the airport. A testament to lavish accommodation with attentive service, the hotel overlooks the River Torrens, river and city view rooms.

 

Each of the air conditioned rooms offer luxurious marble en suite bathrooms with separate shower and tub, television, mini bar with refrigerator, coffee and tea counter and a bedside console with radio, alarm clock and piped-in music. Two restaurants highlight the culinary culture of Adelaide. Shiki, the award winning Japanese restaurant, will tempt you with Tempura and Teppanyaki. Blake’s Restaurant creates the atmosphere is of a wine cellar, which adds a rich flavor to the exquisite dining experience.

 
   


   

Majestic Roof Garden Hotel

Superior

This inner-city hotel is the embodiment of streamlined - a value that filters through every aspect of the hotel and its operations. But you'll also appreciate the warmth, style and quiet sophistication. The signature garden on the roof of the hotel can't be beaten for sheer wow factor and Culshaw's restaurant is one of a kind. The hotel's roof garden, the only one of its type in Adelaide, has spectacular views to the Adelaide Hills and over the CBD.

 

A few steps from the foyer of the Majestic Roof Garden Hotel will put you in the heart of the East End restaurant, central business and shopping precincts. The South Australian Art Gallery, Museum and Botanic Gardens are a short stroll away.

 

The Majestic Roof Garden Hotel is modern yet comfortable. Simply, this means king-size beds, tasteful linen and luxurious bathrooms. And the in-room entertainment and facilities you've come to expect, including large-screen TV with cable, on-demand movies and a hand-selected mini-bar range. Broadband Internet access and personalized messaging service will get you plugged in and connected efficiently. These services are complemented by a Business Center and IT specialists on hand to help.

 

Culshaw's restaurant focuses on the freshest produce with flavors and textures that invite guests to enjoy, including Culshaw's specialty - Majestic Beef, from the restaurant's own property at Mount Magnificent in the lush Adelaide Hills. Browse the menu with Asian, European and modern Australian influences, enjoy an early morning breakfast in the roof garden, or wander in style through an extensive dinner.

 
   


Medina Grand Adelaide Treasury

Superior

Superbly located in the heart of Adelaide in the historic heritage listed former Treasury building Medina Grand Adelaide enjoys an exclusive position on Victoria Square, only minutes walk to the business centre, retail stores and Adelaide’s major tourist attractions.

 

Each of the air conditioned apartments has a separate lounge and dining area, fully equipped kitchen with oven, stove, microwave, dishwasher and fridge/freezer, bath with shower, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, direct dial STD/IDD with voicemail, Fax/modem/data lines and television with in-house movies.

 

Hotel facilities for your convenience include 24 hour reception, indoor heated swimming pool, sauna and spa, gymnasium, licensed restaurant, dry cleaning and laundry services, restaurant delivery service, continental breakfast and starter packs available and also charge back facilities with local restaurants.

 
   


   

Mercure Grosvenor Hotel

Standard

The Mercure Grosvenor Hotel is a comfortable hotel whose genuine charm and warmth come easily across. The location cannot be surpassed, in the heart of Adelaide and directly opposite Adelaide casino and its splendid convention center.  A short walk away lies Rundle Mall and the business, entertainment and shopping heart of town. This is a 3 star property, offering a restaurant and bar, 24 hour room service and mini bar facilities.

 
   


   

Chardonnay Lodge
(Outside Adelaide)

Superior

The Coonawarra Region is located midway between Adelaide and Melbourne, and grows grapes for some of Australia's excellent wines. Nearby Bool Lagoon Wetlands and the Naracoorte Fossil caves add another dimension to local attractions. The restaurant at the lodge features over 100 Coonawarra Wines supported by a wine gallery where you can select older wines as well as current vintages. Exhibitions of original art, spectacular use of special brickwork and natural timber create a unique atmosphere at the lodge, while tasting the wonderful wines.

 

Situated with a central lawn area, the cottage style accommodation allows for easy car access to each unit. The solar heated swimming pool and playground equipment is located in this grassed area. The suites and units are a 4-star rating and each has a queen size bed and either one or two single beds, a kitchenette providing a small microwave and full en suite facilities. A light self-catering breakfast in your room is included.

 
   


   

Comfort Inn Colonial
(Outside Adelaide)

Superior

Ideally located near the beach in Victor Harbor, the Comfort Inn Colonial is close to Granite Island, a popular tourist attraction for people wishing to see little penguins commonly called "Fairy Penguins." This Victor Harbor hotel is close to Greenhills Adventure Park, Urimbirra Wildlife Park, the Goolwa River, Cockle Train historic railway and Rosetta Head, which is known as The Bluff.

 

Boasting historic charm, spectacular seascapes, land formations and an abundance of wildlife, one visit will not be enough to discover Victor Harbor. Visitors to the city of Victor Harbor will enjoy the panoramic views of the stunning area. In the winter, whales can be seen not far from the shore line.

 

Visit popular Ocean Street, featuring shops for gifts, souvenirs, clothing and more. Several shops and restaurants are within walking distance of the hotel. Enjoy a meal and cocktail at one of the two on-site restaurants and bars. Guests of this Victor Harbor hotel will enjoy amenities like free coffee in all rooms and an on-site massage therapist for added guest r