Best hotels in Australia: trivago Awards 2019

Mayfair Hotel

Set in the heritage-listed and renovated Colonial Mutual Life building in Adelaide’s Central Business District, this boutique hotel is made up of 170 elegant rooms. Each room at the Mayfair Hotel showcases products from local manufacturers and creators, from the luxurious beds, handcrafted wardrobes to the marble desks tops.

Alongside the on-site Mayflower Restaurant and Bar which serves up the best of South Australian produce (and offers a scrumptious afternoon high tea on weekends), guests and visitors alike can sip on premium champagne and house cocktails from the hotel’s rooftop bar, Hennessy, named after the father-son architectural firm that built the historic building.

Cavvanbah Beach House

Surrounded by lush tropical greenery, this guesthouse offers guests a sense of privacy with only two available rooms, both with private patios and direct access to the pool. You will feel right at home with all the typical home comforts, such as flat-screen television, free wifi, mini-fridge and a hair dryer and complimentary toiletries in your ensuite bathroom.

A popular getaway destination, Cavvanbah Beach House is only a short stroll to Belongil Beach, as well as Byron Bay town centre. For a day out, a five-minute drive will get you to Arakwal National Park or hop on over to Cape Byron Lighthouse for stunning sea views.

Medusa Hotel

Set in an early 1900s grand heritage mansion, Medusa Hotel offers guests a boutique hotel experience with all 17 of its guest rooms taking into consideration the importance of privacy, design and comfort. Fitted with either a king or queen size bed, guests can enjoy complimentary use of luxurious Aesop bathroom amenities, and many of the rooms also overlook the dramatic sculpture fountain and reflection pool located in the courtyard.

A hub for artists, designers and filmmakers, take a stroll around the neighbourhood of Darlinghurst and admire one of Sydney’s oldest churches – St Johns, or window shop the unique fashion boutiques, design and bookshops in the area.

Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach

A mere 11-minute drive from the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach is perfect for guests looking for home comforts whilst on holiday. All apartments offer one or two bedrooms, fully-equipped kitchens, private laundry facilities and wifi.

If having the sand between your toes isn’t your cup of tea, make use of the apartments two saltwater pools or ask knowledgeable staff members for local tips to plan a perfect day out. While there is no on-site restaurant, guests have access to a barbecue and picnic area.