10 Best Places to Stay in Australia: Accommodation Guide 2024

The secret to a memorable vacation Down Under is to find the best spots to stay at. Across the 4 bustling cities of Australia, here’s our pick of the most delightful stays of Australia:

Melbourne

Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Southbank

Located along the Yarra river in the heart of Melbourne, Travelodge offers a no-frills, grounded and relaxing stay experience. One of the city’s bests, Travelodge caters comfortable beds, showers and even kitchenettes to whip something up for yourself anytime you want to. For the lazy sleepers, fret not, a hearty breakfast is on offer.

Free Wifi with upgradable speed option at $9.95 per day Wheelchair accessible

Nearby:

Melbourne Cricket Ground
Eureka Skydeck 88
Great Ocean Road

Miami Hotel Melbourne

Sitting in the hub of Western Melbourne, find Miami Hotel amongst a 7-Eleven convenience store, post office and banks with easy access to public transport. Just minutes away from Melbourne City Centre, Miami Hotel offers comfortable and snug accommodation at a prime location in the city.

Free Wifi with data limit Range of breakfast options available in the hotel

Bonus: Also available are 3 and 4 bedroom Victorian-style townhouses.

Nearby:

Queen Victoria Market
Etihad Stadium
Melbourne Zoo
Royal Park

Gold Coast

Mantra legends Gold Coast

Located in the heart of Surfers Paradise, the beach at your doorstep here – just 100 m away from the hotel! Rest assured every room in this hotel is decked to contemporary tastes with a private balcony for each. On sunny days, stay in and make the best of in-house movies and cable TV. For the rest of the days, have your fun under the sun.

Mini bar LCD TV

Wyndham Surfers Paradise

World-class shopping, delicious food, wine precincts, picturesque beaches – all are just a hop-skip-jump away from Wyndham hotel. Situated in the heart of Gold Coast’s tourist hub, brings the best out of its contemporary-style setting to create the perfect space for vacationing families and couples. With a variety of onsite facilities, Wyndham Surfers will sweep any guest of their feet, undoubtedly.

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Broadband internet Wheelchair access Outdoor spa and gym

Nearby:

Cavill Avenue
Surfers Paradise beach
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Arts Centre Gold Coast
Infinity Attraction

Paradise Resort Gold Coast

Fun is around the corner here – literally. A water park here, an ice rink there Paradise Resort is the only family resort in Australia offering these facilities. Apart from this, there is the usual range of pool, spa, convenience stores, bistros, cafes and bars on offer. The resort is a getaway in itself.

Free Wifi access (limited) BBQ area Outdoor Spa & bar

Test your wits at the outdoor Giant Chess Board here.

Cairns

Coral Tree Inn

Located right across the freshly renovated Munro Martin Parklands, Coral Tree Inn is a boutique resort-style hotel providing easy access to shops, restaurants, theater, art galleries, casino and the railway station. Offering services ranging from a saltwater pool to a barbeque facility amidst landscaped tropical gardens.

Free Wifi access

Nearby:

Cairns Aquarium
St. Monica’s Cathedral
Cairns Art Gallery

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Set on Cairns’ Esplanade, Cairns Plaza hotel is all about the location. Promising 5 star quality accommodation with window views of Trinity Bay, Plaza offers poolside, value-for-money, and waterview rooms. As a bonus, the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest are right on your doorstep.

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Free Wifi (limited) Onsite restaurant

Nearby:

Muddy’s Playground
Cairns Skate Park
Cairns Swimming Lagoon

Sydney

Travelodge Hotel Sydney

Set across the stunning Darling Harbour, Travelodge Sydney offers the no-frills way to experience the buzzing city. With comfortable bedding, kitchenettes, and showers; Travelodge is just the perfect place to wake up to – with a hearty breakfast waiting to greet you.

Free Wifi Wheelchair accessible

Nearby:

Hyde Park
Sydney Tower
Darling Harbour
Queen Victoria Building

Mercure Sydney

Located just a few minutes away from Sydney city centre, Mercure offers luxurious accommodation with 5 star service that promises to cater to any of your personal needs. A perfect fit for travellers, Sydney’s favourite entertainment and shopping precincts are just a short walk away.

Heated indoor pool Internet hub/cafe

Nearby:

Sydney’s Paddy’s Market
Central Park Mall

Hyatt Regency Sydney

With a backdrop of the Darling Harbour, the Hyatt sits right next to the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Rest assured you will have a pleasant stay with a plethora of things to do both inside and outside. Make every meal special by choosing from the range of restaurants here. And with its e-conceirage feature you can even personalize your stay before you even check in!

Free Wifi Rooftop bar

Nearby:

Queen Victoria Building

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Taronga Zoo

Hyde Park

Ready to build yourself an Australia vacation with these gorgeous places to stay in Australia? Go right ahead to book a customizable Australia tour package or Australia family packages.

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