Hotel reviews
★★★★★
The Kimberley
The cheaper way to stay at one of Australia’s iconic outback destinations
What many don’t realise is that only a tiny proportion of visitors to El Questro Station stay at the iconic $2000-a-night Homestead.
- by James Woodford
★★★½
Singapore
One of Singapore’s oldest hotels transformed literally overnight
The former Hilton isn’t Singapore’s most striking hotel, but its new iteration offers great service and a winning location.
- by Craig Platt
★★★★★
Byron Bay
Aussie fashion designer’s new Byron stay gets a perfect score
These retro-style off-grid accommodations are ideal for an intimate escape or a big bash with you and your mates.
- by Nina Karnikowski
Alaska cruisers will adore this new ‘spare no expense’ stay in Vancouver
When you’re in this part of the world, Vancouver is a fine idea. And this new art deco-inspired boutique hotel is worth considering.
- by Julietta Jameson
★★★★★
Uganda
This sensory hotel embodies its nation’s style and warm spirit
The sprawling stay in Uganda’s capital contains art and culture etched within luxury walls.
- by Catherine Marshall
★★★★★
Daylesford
A luxury escape to the country with superb feasting
With a 38-hectare regenerative farm that supplies produce to the two-hatted Lake House restaurant, Dairy Flat Farm is a luxe escape to the country.
- by Ute Junker
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★★★★½
Mexico
Surprising Aussie connection for this luxurious Mexican resort
Luxury hotel brand Belmond’s Riviera Maya property has been one of the top resorts in the region since the ’90s. After a major upgrade, it’s now even better.
- by Ute Junker
★★★★
New South Wales
Former motel in ‘the new Byron’ gets upgrade and celebrity restaurant
The Three Blue Ducks team have taken over the restaurant at this former motel, which has also been given a contemporary new look.
- by Trudi Jenkins
★★★★
New York
Virgin’s cheeky new hotel is perfect for an adults-only New York stay
Rooms featuring playful touches like a “couples pack” and peephole suggest this is not the place for families.
- by Kylie McLaughlin