Hotel reviews

The luxury hotel on the site where Murdoch launched his media empire

The rejuvenated Playford plays extremely well to the guest desiring upscale comfort and ready access to Adelaide’s culinary, cultural and sporting attractions.

• by Anthony Dennis

The country house goes wild: A rarefied retreat without the stuffiness

From the table to the spa, Heckfield Place infuses luxury with the natural world.

• by Ute Junker

Australia’s hotel restaurants are undergoing a renaissance

An Australian hotel restaurant renaissance is under way – travellers’ tastes have evolved, and hoteliers and top chefs are taking note.

• by Katherine Scott

This art deco gem in London offers terrific value

In a city known for its eye-watering hotel prices (not helped by a weak Aussie dollar) Ember Locke Kensington offers terrific value in a central London location.

• by Sheriden Rhodes

Travel Hot List for June: Singapore airport’s comeback plans

Changi’s improved terminal, Europe’s epic new trail and the Australia’s new hotel restaurants are on this month’s hot list.

This good value hotel offers a relaxed vibe in bustling Bangkok

The design of this hotel creates a vibe that feels more like a resort than a city hotel.

• by Craig Platt

Australia’s first ‘glamping’ site still reigns supreme in the bush

Paperbark Camp has managed to package all the good things about camping with none of the annoyances.

• by Jane Richards

The best places to stay on the Sunshine Coast, for all budgets

From romantic hinterland hideaways to luxury oceanfront apartments, there’s an accommodation option for every type of traveller on this sunny stretch.

• by Angela Saurine

New Melbourne hotel feels like New York meets ... Collingwood

The convenience of a serviced apartment meets the fun and facilities of a hotel at this stylish new Collingwood property.

• by Guy Wilkinson

This perfect Asian resort is heaven, if you can afford it

We’ve arrived at Heaven. No, I’m not being hyperbolic. The dreamy Intercontinental Da Nang Sun Peninsula Resort is broken up into Heaven, Sky, Earth and Sea.

• by Katherine Scott