Our favourite hotels in Australia

Enjoy a sophisticated stay along Cairns' harbour at this chic, glamourous hotel. With fusion restaurants, outdoor swimming pools, stylish bars and luxurious accommodation, you'll be sure to feel like royalty at the refined retreat.

Enjoy a peaceful stay close to Port Douglas' shops, restaurants and bars at this laidback, adult-only hotel. Offering self-catering apartments and suites with close proximity to the town's best attractions, this is a great place to relax after exploring what Port Douglas has to offer.

Enjoy a laidback holiday at this relaxing resort only a short walk from the centre of Cairns. With a free-form pool and swim-up bar, a beauty studio and gorgeous pool-view accommodation, this tropical retreat is a great way to peacefully enjoy Australia's natural beauty.

Located near the charming coastal town of Port Douglas, the self-catering apartments at this lovely resort offer comfort and style as you explore some of Australia's beautiful beaches. Soak in the sun at the resort's two swimming pools, or get to know other travellers at the communal BBQ.

Nestled just outside of Port Douglas, this fantastic eco resort lies within 145 acres of luscious jungle landscapes, offering guests amazing views, exclusive beaches and delicious food. Get back to nature with these charming jungle bungalows.

For a secluded, peaceful holiday in Australia, wander up to the Cairns Highlands where you'll find Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat's gorgeous timber treehouses. A truly romantic setting, with the Atherton Tablelands as its background, and landscapes full of pretty foliage and birdlife.

Witness the stunning natural beauty of Australia at this gorgeous eco lodge nestled within the Daintree Rainforest. With gourmet dining, lavish accommodation and a Healing Waters Spa, Silky Oaks Lodge offers a jungle paradise.

Only a short walk away from the centre of Cairns, this gorgeous, tropical resort is a great spot for relaxing in after a busy day of visiting the city's best attractions, including the Great Barrier Reef. You'll find comfortable rooms and apartments, an award-winning restaurant and a lovely pool here.

Enjoy fantastic views and a desirable location at these lovely self-contained apartments. Nestled in the centre of Cairns, with views of Trinity Bay, this accommodation is close by to some of the city's best restaurants and shops, as well as the gorgeous Great Barrier Reef.

Nestled on the northernmost tip of Hamilton Island, this luxurious, stylish resort has unbeatable, panoramic views of the Great Barrier Reef. With two infinity edge pools, a lovely spa and boutique and fine dining restaurants, you'll be sure to feel like a VIP here.