Bubbletent Australia, Capertee ValleyCredit: Destination NSW
Bubbletent Australia's outdoor bathtub with scenic views over the Capertee Valley.
#feelnsw #newsouthwales
Indulge your love of Instagram-friendly hotels across New South Wales, where spectacular scenery complements some of the state’s most visually appealing places to stay. While you may recognise some of these stays beyond Sydney from your social feeds, there may be a few you haven’t yet discovered …
Embrace the playful elegance of Osborn House, Southern Highlands |@osbornhouse_
Be charmed by the unique feel of Osborn House, a 22-room boutique hotel surrounded by serene bushland and lush gardens in the Southern Highlands, less than two hours’ drive southwest of Sydney. Train your lens on the English countryside-style elegance of the suites and garden rooms or lean into the bohemian vibe of the cabin rooms with their timber-panelled walls, log-burning fireplace and outdoor bath, with more Insta-worthy design features to uncover at onsite restaurants George’s and Dinah’s.
Find your urban groove at QT Newcastle | @qtnewcastle
Rediscover the joy of a hip urban hotel stay at QT Newcastle, housed in a historic building in Newcastle’s East End, where the QT brand’s signature celebration of quirk is guaranteed to light up your social feeds. From its vibrant pops of colour referencing the city’s rich heritage (think: iron-ore reds and maritime blues) to the theatrical lighting in the rooftop bar, uncover no shortage of photo opps during a sophisticated stay at this conveniently central boutique hotel.
Indulge a love of architecture at Dovecote, Gerringong | @dovecote
Step into a ready-made photoshoot at Dovecote, a luxurious self-catering retreat rising above the lush green paddock of an oceanfront property in Gerringong on the NSW South Coast. Fill your camera roll with the bold, architectural angles of the main house, The Headland, complete with four bedrooms, an indoor wood-burning fireplace, enclosed courtyard with fire pit, swimming pool, gym and private beach access. Or get a little cosier in The Range, the equally photogenic two-bedroom also located on the property.
Osborn House, Bundanoon Credit: Stephanie Hunter
A suite at Osborn House, featuring bespoke bedheads and custom joinery.
#feelnsw
Osborn House, Bundanoon Credit: Stephanie Hunter
A suite at Osborn House, featuring bespoke bedheads and custom joinery.
Dovecote, Gerringong Credit: @dovecote @alexsprichard
Dovecote, Gerringong.
#feelnsw
Dovecote, Gerringong Credit: @dovecote @alexsprichard
Dovecote, Gerringong.
Reclaim your calm at Blackbird Byron, Mullumbimby | @blackbirdbyron
Gaze out across lush, rolling farmlands towards Cape Byron at Australia’s most easterly tip from your elevated perch at Blackbird Byron, an adults-only bed and breakfast tucked up in the Mullumbimby hinterland. Embrace the exclusivity of this relaxed-luxe getaway just a 35-minute drive from Byron Bay; its five unique, freestanding pavilions born to dazzle your Instagram followers. Explore a whole new set of dreamy angles while chilling out at the retreat’s serene mineral infinity pool.
Reach for the stars at Bubbletent Australia, Blue Mountains | @bubbletentaustralia
Prepare to fall in love with this trio of magical clear domes overlooking the Capertee Valley in the Blue Mountains, a 2.5-hour drive northwest of Sydney. Discover photo opportunities aplenty in and around your Bubbletent, from the chic interior setup with queen bed, goose-down pillows and a bubble ensuite, to the romantic outdoor wood-fired hot tub, backdropped by vast, soul-stirring views of the Capertee Valley by day, and a sparkling canopy of stars by night.
Breathe in the fresh country air at Kimo Estate, Gundagai | @kimoestate
Revel in the minimalist luxury of the three architecturally designed eco huts at Kimo Estate, scenically positioned among the rolling hills of a vast farm just outside Gundagai, four hours’ drive southwest of Sydney. Snap an obligatory selfie in your outdoor hot tub before exploring other angles at your stylish A-frame hut, not least the energising views across the Murrumbidgee River flats.
Bubbletent Australia, Capertee Valley Credit: Destination NSW
Bubbletent Australia's outdoor bathtub with scenic views over the Capertee Valley.
#feelnsw #newsouthwales
Bubbletent Australia, Capertee Valley Credit: Destination NSW
Bubbletent Australia's outdoor bathtub with scenic views over the Capertee Valley.
Kimo Estate, Nangus Credit: Destination NSW
Woman enjoying scenic views surrounding Kimo Estate, Nangus near Gundagai.
#feelnsw #newsouthwales
Kimo Estate, Nangus Credit: Destination NSW
Woman enjoying scenic views surrounding Kimo Estate, Nangus near Gundagai.
Pose poolside at Halcyon House, Cabarita Beach | @_halcyonhouse
Lean into the luxe Hamptons-meets-the-Mediterranean vibe at Halcyon House in Cabarita on the Tweed Coast, where your highly ‘grammable boutique hotel room lies just steps from the sea. Take your social media followers to the French Riviera via the Halcyon House pool, with its ivory umbrellas and blue-and-white striped loungers. Lap up more vibrant azure tones — along with mouth-watering contemporary dishes — at the hotel’s restaurant Paper Daisy.
Soak up the serenity at Sierra Escape, Mudgee | @sierraescape
Sink into an outdoor (or indoor) tub with room for two at Sierra Escape in the peaceful hills of Mudgee wine country, a 3.5-hour drive northwest of Sydney, where five luxurious, secluded glamping tents tempt romantics — and ‘grammers. Each tent also comes with an indoor fireplace and outdoor fire pit, paving the way for more cosy moments and photo opportunities.
Live out your log-cabin fantasies at Moonbah Hut, Jindabyne | @moonbahhut
Escape to one of the most social media-friendly corners of the Snowy Mountains at Moonbah Hut near Jindabyne, where two secluded log huts — Moonbah Lake Hut and Moonbah River Hut — are just as photogenic when covered in snow or surrounded by summertime greenery. Capture cosy moments inside as you cuddle up by the stone fireplace, and explore your hut’s scenic setting with your smartphone at the ready to snap soothing high-country vistas and unexpected wildlife encounters.
Halcyon House, Cabarita Beach Credit: Destination NSW
Swimming pool in boutique hotel Halcyon House, Cabarita Beach.
#feelnsw #newsouthwales
Halcyon House, Cabarita Beach Credit: Destination NSW
Swimming pool in boutique hotel Halcyon House, Cabarita Beach.
Sierra Escape, Piambong Credit: Guy Williment
Couple enjoying the firepit while stargazing from the Dulli Tent at Sierra Escape, Piambong.
#feelnsw #newsouthwales
Sierra Escape, Piambong Credit: Guy Williment
Couple enjoying the firepit while stargazing from the Dulli Tent at Sierra Escape, Piambong.
More Inspirational Stories
Sydney Harbour in SummerCredit: Destination NSW
Your dog will enjoy seeing the sights of Sydney as much as you do.
#ilovesydney
Planning a sojourn to Sydney and don’t want to leave your beloved pooch behind? With hotels increasingly willing to cater to pets, there’s no reason you have to. From beachside to the inner city, these luxury escapes not only welcome four-legged friends, they also provide special inclusions tailored for dogs. Just be sure to book in early, as not every room in these properties can house pets.
Pier One Sydney Harbour, city centre
Nestled below Sydney Harbour Bridge in historic Walsh Bay, Pier One Sydney Harbour is one of the city’s more memorable stays. The hotel sits on a former working wharf over the water, and has devoted some of its ground-level rooms to furry family members. Stay here and your dog will have direct access to the boardwalk that wraps around the sides of the hotel facing the water, with plenty of seagulls to keep it entertained. Pier One’s Puppy Package comes with all the extras: an eco-friendly dog bed, food and water bowls, and a mini bar stocked with treats. Keen to really amp up the spoils? Check out the dog-friendly in-room dining menu, or book an outdoor spot at the hotel’s ground-level The Gantry Restaurant, which offers a Doggy Degustation menu with such treats as beef bone broth and Doglato (a gelato equivalent for pooches) for dessert.
QT Bondi, Bondi Beach
Right on the esplanade facing Sydney’s most famous city beach, QT Bondi welcomes guests trailing sand and their beloved pets. With its chic, contemporary style and energetic vibe, the hotel mirrors Bondi’s laid-back beach lifestyle and allows easy access to its café, bar and restaurant scene. The hotel offers a pet-friendly room that features a special mini bar filled with doggie treats and a pooch-friendly vegan in-room dining menu. Although dogs aren’t permitted on Bondi Beach itself, you’ll be in good company joining the parade of dog-walkers on the promenade, or head to the nearby Rose Bay Foreshore, where pets are free to frolic off-leash.
Little Albion, Surry Hills
The Little Albion boutique hotel occupies a charming former convent in Surry Hills, a leafy inner-city hub populated by creative types and dog lovers. There are two pet-friendly rooms at the hotel, both at ground level, with a bed, bowl and blanket included, but if it’s an over-the-top spoil session you’re after, the Plush Pup Package can’t be beat. Pets are welcomed with Mimi & Munch baked doggie treats on arrival; gifted with a The Daily Edited personalised name tag to look their fashionable best; booked in for a fitting with Dogue doggie stylist; assigned a butler, in case you need to dash out solo; and even receive a turndown service with Doglato.
Doggy Degustation, Pier One Sydney Harbour Credit: Anna Kucera
Chowing down on the Doggy Degustation menu at Pier One Sydney Harbour hotel.
#lovensw #newsouthwales
Doggy Degustation, Pier One Sydney Harbour Credit: Anna Kucera
Chowing down on the Doggy Degustation menu at Pier One Sydney Harbour hotel.
QT Bondi, Sydney Credit: QT Bondi
Your dog will love a fur-friendly stay at QT Bondi.
#lovensw #newsouthwales
QT Bondi, Sydney Credit: QT Bondi
Your dog will love a fur-friendly stay at QT Bondi.
InterContinental Sydney Double Bay
Despite occupying prime real estate in one of Sydney’s most prestigious neighbourhoods, the InterContinental Sydney Double Bay is not too posh to pooch. Suitably elegant and opulent in its well-to-do setting, the hotel invites dog owners to book its Pet Stay Package. Your room will be set up with a stylish pet bed and bowls, and you can order a meal from the dog-friendly in-room dining menu, which includes options such as Banjo’s Delight, a feast of Angus beef, pumpkin, carrots and sweet potato. Double Bay is conveniently close to the city and the Eastern Suburbs beaches, yet has a peaceful village feel and is the ideal idyll for people- and dog-watching.
Ovolo 1888 Darling Harbour
Sydney’s sister Ovolo hotels, Ovolo Woolloomooloo to the east of the city centre and Ovolo 1888 Darling Harbour in inner-city Pyrmont, are both dog-friendly and are equally luxurious and immaculately designed. But the Ovolo 1888 Darling Harbour earns pooch preference points for being close to Pyrmont’s off-leash Waterfront Park. While all Ovolo hotels indulge human guests with complimentary munchies from the mini bar and drinks at social hour, pets also get the star treatment. The V.I.Pooch Package at each Sydney Ovolo includes a comfy dog bed, food bowl, and the never more aptly named doggy bag ꟷ packed with treats and toys they’ll drool over.
The Langham, Sydney
Pet-friendly may not be a description you’d first associate with the ultra-regal The Langham, Sydney, near Barangaroo in the city centre. Yet along with its plush interiors, a private tennis court, an indoor pool with an amazing painted dome and the serene The Day Spa by Chuan, it happily allows you and your furry charge to co-habit during your stay. Rooms are set up with a dog bed and eating bowls, there’s an in-house dog-friendly menu, and if you fancy letting yourself off the lead to hit the town, dog-sitting services can also be requested.
Pup Package, Little Albion, A Crystalbrook Collection Boutique Hotel Credit: Little Albion, A Crystalbrook Collection Boutique Hotel
Bedding down at the Little Albion hotel in Sydney’s Surry Hills.
#lovensw #newsouthwales
Pup Package, Little Albion, A Crystalbrook Collection Boutique Hotel Credit: Little Albion, A Crystalbrook Collection Boutique Hotel
Bedding down at the Little Albion hotel in Sydney’s Surry Hills.
The Langham, Sydney Credit: The Langham
Your dog will feel like canine royalty at The Langham, Sydney.
#lovensw #newsouthwales
The Langham, Sydney Credit: The Langham
Your dog will feel like canine royalty at The Langham, Sydney.