Hotel reviews
Glam new Scottish hotel’s divisive look has earned it a rude nickname
W Edinburgh looks like nothing else in the city. And the views from this swirling newcomer are out of this world.
- by Steve McKenna
This exceptional hotel is in one of the world’s most intriguing cities
Tangier, one of the most intriguing cities ever, anywhere and this converted mansion feels like staying in a home, not a hotel.
- by John Borthwick
Coming soon: The 20 hottest hotel openings
From brand-new builds to heritage revamps, major hotel openings continue apace well into 2025.
- by Julietta Jameson
The Gold Coast’s best hotels and resorts for different budgets
Goldie stays range from kitsch retro-style motels to beachside family resorts and romantic retreats in the hinterland.
- by Craig Tansley
★★★★
Dubai
This bargain hotel could be Dubai’s best spot for a layover
Just 10 minutes from the airport, this charming hotel is a refreshing antidote to Dubai’s signature forest of skyscrapers.
- by Belinda Jackson
★★★★
Australia
This ’80s Sydney hotel’s $30 million revamp revives seaside suburb
The retro resort’s refurbishment has given holidaymakers a new reason to plan a break in Manly.
- by Anthony Dennis
★★★½
Japan
A relaxed haven in the heart of Tokyo’s most vibrant neighbourhood
When you imagine what Tokyo is like, there’s a good chance you’re thinking of this location. This new hotel offers respite from the hustle and bustle.
- by Craig Platt
★★★★½
Mudgee
Former glamping tent now reimagined as a remote luxury bush lodge
This is an affordable NSW country getaway with a touch of luxe for a group of friends wishing to bond over simple pleasures.
- by Julie Miller
In a city filled with luxury hotels, this is still the pinnacle
Once the height of Bangkok luxury, does The Siam still cut it in the city’s fiercely competitive luxury hotel market? Selflessly, I volunteered to find out.
- by Rob McFarland
★★★★
Perth
Hotel at Australian university is a far cry from student dorm rooms
The Wonil Hotel Perth taps into an under-catered market on Western Australia’s premier university campus grounds.
- by Julia D'Orazio