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Swain Tours boasts a solid reputation in building relationships with various hotel and tour operators around the world. We search for products that are of unquestionable quality as well as for those that are unique to ensure we are able to offer Swain travelers a second to none travel experience. The products and services featured below were hand picked for inclusion in a list of Swain preferred properties and tours. To incorporate any or many of these experiences into your itinerary is to ensure your trip will be that extra bit special and that you will be received not just as a special guest, but as a Swain guest. Some of these experiences such as Hayman, Huka Lodge, Wharekauhau Lodge and The Spire are unique to the South Pacific and are truly exceptional additions to your travel experience.

From the luxury lodges and quality self drive accommodation passes in New Zealand, to award winning tours out to the Great Barrier Reef and boutique accommodations along Australia's Great Ocean Road, we look forward to sharing our preferred properties and tours with you.

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Australia Hotels

Australia, a dream destination for most Americans; at Swain we can make that dream a reality! Being from Australia, I am obviously biased towards its attributes: the great beaches, rugged mountain ranges, crystal blue waters of the Great Barrier Reef, and the outdoor lifestyle shared by all. Not to mention the mouth watering cuisine, from the freshest seafood and tender meats to juicy fruits and crisp salads! In Australia we savor our "work to live", not "live to work" lifestyle and enjoy sharing this philosophy with the visitors who are welcomed to our shores. You will be met with a hearty "G'day" and a big smile as you meet fellow Aussies throughout your journey.
— Ian Swain, President

Choose A Location:

• New South Wales
• Northern Territory
• Queensland
• South Australia
• Victoria

New South Wales

Blue Mountains

Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa

Wolgan Valley
Offering paramount luxury accommodation to travelers wanting something more, this resort exhibits a sanctuary of the finest accommodation, service, cuisine and facilities. It is cosseted within the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains, and bordered by the Wollemi and the Gardens of Stone national parks, which is just 190 kilometres, or a three hour drive from Sydney. Learn More

Sydney

Mantra 2 Bond Street

Sydney
This hotel is ideally located within close proximity of a host of Sydney’s premier business and tourist attractions, including Sydney Harbour, Sydney Opera House, Circular Quay, The Stock Exchange and Sydney CBD. Learn More

Park Hyatt Sydney

Sydney
Seated majestically in the dress circle to one of the world’s most glittering harbors, Park Hyatt Sydney offers luxury accommodation with unparalleled views of Sydney Harbour and the Opera House. Park Hyatt Sydney offers a sanctuary of luxury and refined unobtrusive service, located in the historic Rocks district, just five minutes from the central business, cultural and shopping districts of Sydney. Learn More

The Observatory Hotel

Sydney
Superbly located near Sydney's historic Rocks and Central Business District, The Observatory Hotel is the ideal base for exploring Australia's most vibrant city. The hotel, which has won almost every prestigious domestic and international award, offers guests the highest standards in accommodation, cuisine and personal service. Learn More

InterContinental Sydney

Sydney
InterContinental Sydney has long been an icon of Sydney's vibrant harbour side lifestyle. Built around the restored Treasury Building and located within minutes from Circular Quay and the Opera House, the hotel offers panoramic views of Sydney Harbour and the Royal Botanic Gardens. InterContinental Sydney continues to deliver a service culture that exceeds the demands of the global traveller with a charm that is unique to Sydney. Learn More

Sheraton on the Park

Sydney
Located in the heart of the world’s favorite city, Sheraton On The Park assures you are perfectly positioned to immerse yourself in the best Sydney has to offer. Famous landmarks and restaurants, fabulous shopping, Sydney Harbour, museums and historical sightseeing are just minutes away. Learn More

Quay West Suites Sydney

Sydney
This stylish all-suite apartment hotel is nestled in the heart of the CBD and historic Rocks area with great views of the harbor, Opera House and city. Close to major attractions, shops and restaurants, offering 5 star self-contained apartment style accommodation, restaurant and bar. The recreation deck on level 24 houses roman bath style heated pool, spa, sauna, gymnasium and sundeck with views spectacular harbor spanning from the Harbour Bridge to the Opera House. Learn More

Four Points by Sheraton Darling Harbour, Sydney

Sydney
Overlooking the colourful Darling Harbour, nestled between Sydney’s vibrant Cockle Bay and the sophisticated King Street Wharf, Four Points by Sheraton Darling Harbour Sydney occupies an enviable location for leisure travellers visiting Sydney. Just a short walk will take you to an array of entertainment and restaurant venues and Sydney’s premier shopping district, the Pitt Street Mall, Queen Victoria Building and Chinatown, Theatre and Entertainment District and the Sydney Monorail system is on the doorstep. Learn More

The Menzies

Sydney
With Sydney at its finger tips The Menzies Sydney offers an unparalleled standard of personal service in time-honored tradition. The hotel offers 446 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites in a range of styles to suit couples looking for a romantic getaway, families on holiday exploring the wonders of Sydney or corporate guests requiring modern technology and comfort. Learn More

Northern Territory

Uluru

Sails in the Desert

Uluru
Never in their wildest dreams could those early explorers have imagined such comfort, such luxury, right in the heart of the outback. Sails in The Desert is an art, history and culture theme Resort depicted through the stunning architecture and decor of the deluxe accommodation, Aboriginal artifacts and landscaped terraces. Located within the Ayers Rock Resort, Sails in the Desert Hotel is a 5 minute walk from the resort's shopping center. This property is just 20 minutes from Ayers Rock and 50 minutes from Kata Tjuta. Learn More

Desert Gardens

Uluru
This hotel is set among flowering native shrubs and eucalyptus trees. There are 100 air conditioned guest rooms with all the comforts you would expect; en suite bathroom, television, mini bar and tea and coffee making facilities. Stroll down shaded walkways to spacious poolside rooms or walk through the gardens to the deluxe rooms, all of which have private courtyards or verandahs. The hotel is centrally located to all resort and touring facilities and offers a range of stylish accommodation. Learn More

Emu Walk Apartments

Uluru
Sheltered under gardens of native trees is an avenue of terraced apartments. They are light and spacious, well equipped and fully serviced and cater for up to six people. The air conditioned accommodations are spacious, fully self contained 1 and 2 bedroom apartments with sofa beds. They each include bed linen, sitting room, kitchen and dining area, television and in-house movies. Room service is available. Learn More

The Lost Camel

Uluru
This hotel provides 99 rooms all built around lush courtyards and a swimming pool, creating a distinctive village feel. The lobby and rooms are decorated in bright contrasting colors, with contemporary furnishings and a subtle Aboriginal cultural theme throughout. Rooms do not have a television, for your convenience there is a screen in the hotel foyer, and all rooms have a queen bed only. Learn More

Alice Springs

All Seasons Oasis Alice Springs

Alice Springs
For the holiday of a lifetime, All Seasons Oasis Alice Springs Hotel provides you with an affordable and friendly home base from which to start your adventures. Just a few minutes walk from the centre if town, All Seasons Oasis Alice Springs Hotel is set amongst lush green gardens, and just an hour's flying time away is The Red Centre, home to Uluru National Park, King Canyon, Ayers Rock and the Olgas. Learn More

Darwin

Mantra on the Esplanade

Darwin
This hotel consists of 64 rooms, plus 140 apartments and is located within 5 minutes of Darwin’s CBD, overlooking the sparkling Darwin Harbour and warm Arafura Sea. The hotel is a perfect base to experience Darwin’s multicultural and indigenous heritage, natural wonders and Darwin city’s local tourist attractions. Learn More

Novotel Atrium

Darwin
The Novotel Atrium in Darwin is close to the commercial hub of the central part of the city. You can just walk down straight into the busy area of Mitchell Street from the hotel, looking out into Bougainvillea Park and Darwin Harbour. Even the famous tourist destinations like Mindil Beach Sunset Market, Crocodylus Park and Museum & Art Gallery of the Northern Territory are not too far from the hotel. Learn More

Queensland

Whitsundays

Peppers Coral Coast

Airlie Beach
Magnificently set overlooking the majestic Whitsunday Passage, this resort offers wonderful accommodation on the mainland of the Whitsundays. Designed by leading architects Gary Hunt and Partners, the resort seamlessly integrates the relaxed tropical maritime splendor of Airlie Beach with the sophistication, style and uncompromising service Peppers is renowned for. Learn More

Northern Queensland — Cairns

Pacific International Hotel Cairns

Cairns
The Pacific International Hotel is centrally located on the picturesque Cairns Esplanade overlooking Trinity Harbour and the Reef Fleet Terminal, the main departure point to the Great Barrier Reef in Cairns. Opposite the main shopping precinct, casino and the new restaurant area, the Pacific International is also a short walk to the new resort style Esplanade Lagoon with waterside boardwalks and parklands. Learn More

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns
The Cairns Colonial Club Resort is a tropical resort set on 11 acres of landscaped gardens and lagoon pools, just 2 miles from the Cairns city center. All day tours such as trips to the Daintree, to Kuranda by the Scenic Rail or the famous Skyrail are available from the resort. The resort also offers free airport transfers and a frequent city shuttle service throughout the day. The resort is ideal for a relaxing holiday in the tropics whilst having all tours and facilities close by. Learn More

Mercure Harbourside Cairns

Cairns
The Mercure Hotel Harbourside Cairns offers an affordable and relaxed accommodation base for exploring beautiful Tropical North Queensland - where two unique World Heritage areas combine - the Great Barrier Reef and the ancient rainforests of the Cairns region. The hotel is close to the Cairns International and Domestic Airports and to the Cairns Central Business district, the Casino and the Cairns Convention Centre. Learn More

Northern Queensland — Palm Cove

Angsana Resort & Spa

Palm Cove
Located in the tranquil village of Palm Cove, this resort is your gateway to the adventure of the longest coral reef and oldest rainforest on earth. It is the only resort in Palm Cove to boast absolute beach frontage onto the magnificent Coral Sea, which opens directly onto the awe-inspiring Great Barrier Reef. Every suite of this 5-star luxury hotel offers you the promise of a private retreat and carefree getaway experience. Learn More

The Sebel Reef House and Spa

Palm Cove
This boutique resort offers a sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere. Located on the beachfront in Palm Cove, a cosmopolitan village on the shores of the Coral Sea, this charming property offers luxurious accommodation architecturally designed to reflect the romance of a bygone era. Learn More

Sea Temple Resort & Spa Palm Cove

Palm Cove
Positioned beachfront in desirable Palm Cove, this world class resort offers guests total indulgence combined with the exotic surrounds of this prestigious, tropical destination. Soak up the ambience of the sleek, Asian-inspired architecture sensitively blending with the palm fringed shore and sapphire blue waters of the stunning Coral Sea. Luxuriate in pure, contemporary sophistication. Learn More

Novotel Rockford Palm Cove

Palm Cove
Novotel Rockford Palm Cove Resort is set on 100 acres of tropical beach coastline, 25 minutes drive north of Cairns and just a short boat cruise away from one of the natural wonders of the world, the Great Barrier Reef. The beachside village of Palm Cove is a spa and dining paradise with outdoor cafes, restaurants and boutiques nestled amongst tropical palms and majestic melaleuca trees. Learn More

Northern Queensland — Port Douglas

Sea Temple Resort & Spa Port Douglas

Port Douglas
Beautifully positioned at the southern end of Four Mile Beach, this elegant, contemporary resort offers absolute privacy and perfection in a prestigious, tropical setting of almost 10 acres. Revel in the sleek lines of the Asian-inspired architecture that sensitively blends with this unique, palm fringed shoreline and the tropical waters of the Coral Sea. Luxuriate in absolute, sophisticated style. Learn More

Sheraton Mirage Resort Port Douglas

Port Douglas
A place like Sheraton Mirage Resort Port Douglas almost defies description. What can be said in all certainty is that Sheraton Mirage Resort Port Douglas is rightfully acclaimed as one of Australia's finest beachfront oasis, effortlessly exceeding every level of expectation.

With the Coral Sea lapping onto its pristine grounds and the world-heritage listed Daintree Rainforest providing a dramatic backdrop, it's easy to see why even the most the most discerning just admit it's too good too be true. Learn More

Southern Queensland —Brisbane

Quay West Brisbane

Brisbane
Quay West Suites Brisbane is ideally located opposite the city's Botanical Gardens, right on the edge of the CBD and offers magnificent views of Kangaroo Point Cliffs, the Brisbane River, Parliament House, South Bank Parklands and the city Skyline. Learn More

Sofitel Brisbane

Brisbane
Positioned in one of the city’s most central locations is the magnificent Sofitel Brisbane. Originally the first international hotel in Brisbane, today you’ll discover a hotel of refined elegance and truly personal service. Renowned for its imposing arrival, extraordinary conference facilities and breathtaking views, the hotel’s reputation as the leading choice in five star accommodation is absolutely deserved. Learn More

Ibis Brisbane

Brisbane
This hotel is conveniently located in the centre of the city, within easy walking distance of the Queen Street Mall shopping precinct, Treasury Casino, South Bank Parklands, Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, Queensland Performing Arts. Centre and Roma Street Transit Centre. The hotel has recently completed major refurbishment and features 218 rooms, a restaurant and bar. Guests also have access to food and beverage outlets and conference facilities at the neighboring Mercure Hotel. Learn More

Southern Queensland — Gold Coast

Mantra Legends Hotel

Gold Coast
Ideal for a relaxing getaway or family holiday, this hotel offers premium accommodation in a prime location. Just 100 meters from the beach, the hotel is in the heart of Surfers Paradise with cafés, restaurants, nightlife and shopping at its doorstep. Learn More

Sheraton Mirage Resort & Spa Gold Coast

Gold Coast
In the midst of Australia's vibrant Gold Coast, overlooking the blue Pacific Ocean and only 10 minutes drive away from the heart of Surfers Paradise, Sheraton Mirage Resort & Spa forms an oasis of rare luxury. The Gold Coast's only 5 star luxury resort set right on the beach, Sheraton Mirage Resort & Spa is surrounded by 15 hectares of lush palm gardens and a sparkling one hectare blue lagoon. Learn More

Southern Queensland —South East Queensland Country

Peppers Spicers Peak Lodge

Scenic Rim
Peak of perfection. Learn More


Peppers Hidden Vale

South East Queensland Country
Hidden Charm. Situated on a 10,000 acre working cattle station in the Scenic Rim of South East Queensland country just an hour's drive from Brisbane and the Gold Coast, Peppers Hidden Vale offers an exclusive Outback Australian accommodation getaway. Learn More

South Australia

Mercure Grosvenor Adelaide

Adelaide
The Mercure Grosvenor Adelaide is a historical building located in downtown Adelaide. Guests can relax and enjoy at The Federal Restaurant and Bar. Mercure Grosvenor Adelaide is the perfect place to base yourself when you visit Adelaide. Learn More

Victoria

Melbourne

Quay West Suites Melbourne

Melbourne
Superbly located on the Yarra River, Quay West Suites Melbourne is set amongst the boutique shops, restaurants and bars of cosmopolitan Southbank, just minutes from the city. Enjoy superb hotel luxury in Southbank’s only five-star all-suite hotel. Learn More

Mantra on Russell

Melbourne
Centrally located, this hotel is within walking distance of Melbourne’s famous entertainment district, Chinatown and leading tourist attractions. Stroll to trendy cafes and bars or enjoy a bite to eat in one of Melbourne’s famous restaurants. Shopping destinations, theatres and sporting venues are also close at hand. Learn More