With only a handful of long weekends donning the annual calendar, it’s the perfect reason to make them really count. Whether you’ve been longing for a restful escape to recharge, a luxurious retreat to indulge in, or a hidden gem to explore, consider this October long weekend your chance to book a stay that is worthy of your bucket list.
From renowned hotels to countryside comfort, and new boutiques, dive into our curated list of the best places to stay this long weekend. An unforgettable, memory-making long weekend awaits.
Basq House, Byron Bay
If your travel style is to experience the newest and coolest stays, we suggest checking into the Byron Bay hotspot, Basq House, this coming long weekend.
Basq House ticks all the boutique hotel boxes — unmatched location, joy-inducing interiors, world-class service, and a pool so pretty you may spend more time photographing it than actually in it.
Perfectly positioned in the very heart of town, Basq House is a 32-room hotel that describes itself as a “home-away-from-home for a restful pause in an immersive locale”.
It’s private, it’s peaceful and it’s proof that luxury can be laid back. Check us in.
The Oaks Ranch, Mossy Point
The Oaks Ranch in Mossy Point is the definition of city escape. Set on 300 acres of tranquil countryside on the NSW south coast, The Oaks Ranch is a nature lover’s dream. Priding itself on its warm hospitality and friendliness, staying here is like a warm hug.
Just four hours south of Sydney, this 14-suite property features views of the Deua Mountain Range, a magnesium pool, in-house dining experience and 9-hole golf course.
With the picture-perfect south coast beaches just a few minutes drive away, The Oaks Ranch offers the very best of Australia’s countryside and beachside, proving it is a stay like no other.
The Surf, Yamba
For the quintessential coastal stay, check yourself into The Surf. This family-run, beachside boutique hotel is where you can truly relax and unwind. Perched on Yamba’s famous headland, peering over the southern end of Main Beach, The Surf promises a seriously superb stay.
Not only does it boast all the expected bells and whistles of a boutique hotel — beautifully designed rooms and high-end amenities, but the unexpected ones too — a rooftop with ocean views, heated plunge pool, and an address just a couple of minutes from the beach. Bonus points for its charming curved exterior lined with blue-and-white striped awnings — dreamy.
If you love a sea breeze, salty air and unlimited swims, This East Coast gem is for you.
Kirra Point Holiday Apartments, Coolangatta
For the discerned travellers needing, wanting or craving a little extra space than your typical hotel, Kirra Point Holiday Apartments are calling you. Designed with comfort and its uninterrupted ocean views in mind, Kirra Point Holiday Apartments aren’t your average holiday apartments.
As the name suggests, the apartments are located in the neighbourhood of Kirra on the Gold Coast, known as one of Australia's most treasured surf beaches. Set above the Kirra Point precinct, staying at the apartments means access to exceptional food and beverage options quite literally on your doorstep. Vogue Living have confirmed that this “luxurious rental is the most indulgent way to explore the southern Gold Coast” so it’s time to rally the troops and check into these sophisticated, self-contained holiday apartments.
Halcyon House, Cabarita Beach
Since opening almost a decade ago, Halcyon House has made its mark as one of Australia’s most iconic hotels, and it’s easy to see why. From the joyful, Anna Spiro-designed interiors, to the postcard-worthy pool, and the hatted restaurant Paper Daisy, Halcyon House is a true class act.
It’s the place where you can sip on a cocktail poolside, indulge in a spa treatment, and order world-class, seasonal food any time of the day.
This once surf club is now a landmark on the beautiful Cabarita Beach and one of the country’s most idyllic — and praised — escapes.
