NEED a holiday but your budget doesn’t stretch far enough for you to take off to Paris or New York? A staycation (hotel stay in your own city) is the ultimate way to give in to the R&R urge.
People book staycations for heaps of reasons, from ‘fixing’ a forgotten anniversary, to a spontaneous decision to make the most of the weekend, to even just wanting some solo relaxing ‘me’ time away from the pressures of family and friends. Nobody likes to admit that they they’ve forgotten an anniversary but we’ve all been there, am I right!? 😉 Staycation to the rescue!
If you need a luxe staycation stat, here are our fave hotels that will make you feel lost in your own city for the weekend:
The Langham Sydney
Escape to an old world London hotel, right in the heart of Sydney. The Langham is decadent, luxurious and oozing with historic charisma. A stay at this hotel means you won’t need to venture out, from cocktails at Palm Court, to the dreamy five-star indoor pool and dinner at Kent Street Kitchen, you’re set for a night of pure luxury. We adore the Langham, see what we had to say about it here.
QT Gold Coast
Stay on the Gold Coast, but feel like you’re hanging poolside at a super cool West Hollywood hotel. The QT Gold Coast is all about living last minute and letting the good times roll, from dancing the night away at the hotels signature bar and nightclub, Stingray, to lazy days by the pool and spa treatments at SpaQ. Want more deets on this YOLO style hotel? –> here.
The Olsen – Art Series Hotel Melbourne
Stay in the hip New York warehouse style Olsen Hotel in the heart of South Yarra Chapel Street. Featuring the eclectic artwork work of Dr John Olsen throughout the hotel, you’ll feel as if you’re literally staying in a gallery, while the on-site Spoonbill Restaurant & Bar will tantalize your taste buds with it’s incredible regional produce (not to be missed is the famous John Olsen paella mm!). The Olsen – Art Series is in a league of its own, read more about its awesomeness here.
Hot tip: If you really want to go level 10 YOLO, the John Olsen Penthouse with its own outdoor Jacuzzi will have you feeling like a celeb in no time.
Want happens in Vegas (or Perth) stays in Vegas: Crown Metropol Perth
For a high roller Vegas style staycation, Crown Metropol Perth fits the bill. Spend your days sipping cocktails in ‘The Enclave’ your own private poolside cabana, then wine and dine to your hearts content with the many world class dining options, from Nobu, to Rockpool, Bistro Guillaume. For the full high roller experience, top it off with an hour (or two, who’s counting right? 😉 ) in the Crown Casino Perth.
Forget London, get the Soho vibe in Adelaide: Clarion Hotel Soho Adelaide
This designer hotel is nestled just meters from Adelaide CBD’s super cool East End district. It’s named after London’s colourful Soho district – how cool is that?! Overindulge at the hotels fine dining chic restaurant Decant, because why not, and then treat yourself in the onsite ‘Soho Spa’. You can enjoy a massage, facial or spa pedicure treatment right in the privacy and comfort of your hotel room. Sign me up stat! We’ve been lucky enough to stay at this gem of a hotel, read more about our experience here.
