Title: Book the Best BOUTIQUE Hotels in East Coast Australia in 2026 | Expedia.ca

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![The ever popular lonely tree overlooking the Glasshouse Mountains. This tree is located on private property and you can get permission to access the paddock from the owner as per the sign on the gate. You can easily photograph the landscape from the roadside as well. 

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## Check availability on East Coast Australia Boutique Hotels

Tonight

[Dec 24 - Dec 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6209112&startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&adults=2&propertyStyle=BOUTIQUE&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true)

Tomorrow

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This weekend

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## Our top choices for East Coast Australia boutique hotels

![2 outdoor pools](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2650000/2649600/2649541/be241c3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2650000/2649600/2649541/952ca0f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Daily buffet breakfast (AUD 40.00 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2650000/2649600/2649541/8e7d2f5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Mountain View Room | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2650000/2649600/2649541/17028fe8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oreilly-Hotels-OReillys-Rainforest-Retreat.h2649541.Hotel-Information)

O'reilly

8.8/10

Excellent

(802)

"The villas are very comfortable to stay in. "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Jasmin

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oreilly-Hotels-OReillys-Rainforest-Retreat.h2649541.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32924200/32924146/d01c3127.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite 1 - Windward  | Parking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32924200/32924146/a17b0c83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Boat Bungalow Ocean Class](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32924200/32924146/8c71e1f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32924200/32924146/deca57fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Freedom Shores

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Freedom-Shores.h32924146.Hotel-Information)

Woodwark

9.8/10

Exceptional

(256)

"Wow, what a wonderful little hideaway and piece of paradise. Staff fabulous, pool heated and soo nice, the boat cabins were so cosy and well appointed. View and breakfast fabulous we will be back "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Ann

CA $232

CA $255 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 28 - Dec 29

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Freedom-Shores.h32924146.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41000/40904/ce879876.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41000/40904/85933eb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41000/40904/w3837h2557x3y3-988ce823.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Dinner served, alfresco dining ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41000/40904/000a491d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Harbour Rocks by Ode Hotels

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Harbour-Rocks-By-Ode-Hotels.h40904.Hotel-Information)

The Rocks

8.8/10

Excellent

(1002)

"Great staff, allowed for an early check in. All around one of the easiest stays ever. The room was OK due to the age of the building but location is top shelf. Would go back again and thanks to all the staff especially front desk. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Adam

CA $263

CA $263 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 25 - Dec 26

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Harbour-Rocks-By-Ode-Hotels.h40904.Hotel-Information)

![Chapel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3090000/3081900/3081878/354ed765.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exercise/lap pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3090000/3081900/3081878/9db7682d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Sauna, hot tub, body treatments, hydrotherapy, aromatherapy](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3090000/3081900/3081878/a594a6b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Spa Suite with Golf View, Free Parking and WIFI](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3090000/3081900/3081878/9edd34b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Chateau Elan At The Vintage

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Pokolbin-Hotels-Chateau-Elan-At-The-Vintage.h3081878.Hotel-Information)

Pokolbin

8.8/10

Excellent

(1002)

"Nice and quiet, clean and loved the Roos"

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Helen

CA $157

CA $173 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Pokolbin-Hotels-Chateau-Elan-At-The-Vintage.h3081878.Hotel-Information)

![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3610000/3609900/3609873/71a6ec8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3610000/3609900/3609873/a96ba182.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Dinner served, Modern European cuisine, garden views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3610000/3609900/3609873/9b0afedd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Tree House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3610000/3609900/3609873/73bcca64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Pethers Rainforest Retreat

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamborine-Mountain-Hotels-Pethers-Rainforest-Retreat.h3609873.Hotel-Information)

North Tamborine

9.6/10

Exceptional

(228)

"Best place for a quiet getaway"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Terry

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamborine-Mountain-Hotels-Pethers-Rainforest-Retreat.h3609873.Hotel-Information)

![Suite (Rainforest) | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4150000/4140600/4140540/cf162606.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4150000/4140600/4140540/afb9a74a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Suite | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4150000/4140600/4140540/d0078285.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4150000/4140600/4140540/90c102da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Witches Falls Cottages

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamborine-Mountain-Hotels-Witches-Falls-Cottages.h4140540.Hotel-Information)

North Tamborine

9.8/10

Exceptional

(158)

"Great place to stay"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Brad

CA $274

CA $302 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamborine-Mountain-Hotels-Witches-Falls-Cottages.h4140540.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5100000/5094800/5094788/4df43713.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5100000/5094800/5094788/a666e73f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5100000/5094800/5094788/3cd6a1b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5100000/5094800/5094788/42f11467.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### QT Sydney

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-QT-Sydney.h5094788.Hotel-Information)

Sydney Central Business District

9.4/10

Exceptional

(1004)

"perfect place to stay"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

tanya

CA $236

CA $259 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-QT-Sydney.h5094788.Hotel-Information)

![Deluxe King City View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17310000/17300600/17300567/3dbf704e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Gift shop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17310000/17300600/17300567/2291d4e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Queen Balcony Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17310000/17300600/17300567/333050e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe King City View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17310000/17300600/17300567/35237fcf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Sage Hotel James Street

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Brisbane-Hotels-Sage-Hotel-James-Street.h17300567.Hotel-Information)

Fortitude Valley

8.8/10

Excellent

(1001)

"Great area for a nights stay in Brisbane. Centrally located in fortitude valley. Sage is the perfect hotel for a short stay. "

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Jennifer

CA $127

CA $140 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 25 - Dec 26

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Brisbane-Hotels-Sage-Hotel-James-Street.h17300567.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32820000/32819100/32819091/32dce324.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Promenade Master | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32820000/32819100/32819091/120cc73a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Promenade Master](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32820000/32819100/32819091/319076b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32820000/32819100/32819091/ea1bcb16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Crystalbrook Vincent

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Brisbane-Hotels-Crystalbrook-Vincent.h32819091.Hotel-Information)

Brisbane Central Business District

9.2/10

Wonderful

(710)

"Clean quiet room comfy bed and great included breakfast "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Andrea

CA $230

CA $253 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Brisbane-Hotels-Crystalbrook-Vincent.h32819091.Hotel-Information)

![9 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5300000/5297700/5297604/e81adc35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Darling Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5300000/5297700/5297604/f089f2d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5300000/5297700/5297604/438136d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5300000/5297700/5297604/d29a43a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Darling at the Star

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-The-Darling-At-The-Star.h5297604.Hotel-Information)

Pyrmont

9.6/10

Exceptional

(1005)

"Nice stay, pleasant staff"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Sharon

CA $239

CA $265 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-The-Darling-At-The-Star.h5297604.Hotel-Information)

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## Top East Coast Australia Hotel Reviews

![Shangri-La Sydney](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12000/11974/4d64faa5_y.jpg)

### Shangri-La Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"No breakfast "

[](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Shangri-La-Sydney.h11974.Hotel-Information)