House
Casual coastal luxury — Mediterranean-meets-Hamptons aesthetic with eclectic Anna Spiro interiors. Relaxed but polished. Beach house energy with boutique hotel service.
Room 301 is a top-floor pick with expansive views and a large balcony
Why It Matters
Michelin Guide-listed and ranked 4th best hotel in Australasia in the 2025 Condé Nast Traveller Readers' Choice Awards. The Anna Spiro interiors alone justify the trip — every room is individually designed with a level of detail that draws comparisons to Wes Anderson's perfectionism. Paper Daisy, the on-site hatted restaurant, is a destination in its own right, and the included perks (daily breakfast, minibar, surfboards, steam room access) make the rates feel genuinely reasonable.
A former surfer motel that sisters Siobhan and Elisha Bickle bought in 2011 and spent four years transforming into one of Australia's most talked-about boutique hotels. Designer Anna Spiro gave every one of the 22 rooms and suites its own personality — antique furniture, fabric-covered walls, marble bathrooms, king beds — and no two are alike. The beachfront pool overlooks Cabarita Beach (named Australia's Best Beach 2020), two-hatted Paper Daisy sits right beside it, and the whole property is just 15 minutes from Gold Coast Airport.
Where You'll Stay
6 room types available
Garden King Courtyard
The entry-level room — 38 sqm with a king bed, marble bathroom with English tapware and handmade tiles, and a private courtyard or balcony for indoor-outdoor flow. No direct ocean view, but the Anna Spiro treatment is the same throughout. Good option if you're spending most of your time at the pool or restaurant anyway.
King Bed (or twin beds on request) · 38 sqm
Master Oceanfront Suite with Balcony
The standout room for ocean views. At 81 sqm it's genuinely spacious for a boutique hotel, with a king bed, deep bath, separate lounge, and a large balcony looking straight out to sea. English tapware, marble vanity. Individually designed by Anna Spiro — the interiors are distinct from every other room on the property.
King Bed (or twin beds on request) · 81 sqmOcean King Balcony
At 40 sqm, these are the standard-tier ocean-view rooms. King bed, a bathroom with English tapware, marble vanity, and handmade floor tiles, and a private balcony with ocean views. Anna Spiro designed each one differently, so the look varies room to room. Good value entry into the ocean-view category.
King Bed (or twin beds on request) · 40 sqm
One Bedroom Poolside Suite
Ground-floor suite that opens directly onto the lawn, pool, and beach. Generously sized with a king bed, two bathrooms (one with a freestanding bath), walk-in robe, kitchenette, and furnished patio. Sleeps up to four with additional bedding arrangements — good for families. Best direct access to the pool of any room type.
King Bed (or twin beds on request) · 170 sqmPool King Balcony
Same footprint as the Ocean King Balcony (40 sqm) but with pool and garden views instead of direct ocean outlook — plus partial ocean views. Comes with a deep bath, which the Ocean King Balcony rooms don't have. English tapware, marble vanity, handmade tiles. Solid option if you want a soak after the beach.
King Bed (or twin beds on request) · 40 sqmTwo Bedroom Pool Suite Balcony
The biggest option on the property — a two-bed, two-bath suite with separate living and dining areas. Both bedrooms have king beds (convertible to twins), private bathrooms with English tapware, marble vanities, and deep baths. The balcony looks over the pool and garden. Good pick for two couples or a family wanting proper space.
Two King Beds (or twin beds on request) · 170 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Paper Daisy Bar is open from 12pm daily with cocktails, coastal views, and good company. The award-winning cocktail list (Best Cocktail List in Australia 2025) makes this a destination in its own right.
Encouraged as a daily ritual — walk the beach barefoot, breathe the sea air, watch the waves. Simple, free, and the thing most guests remember.
Complimentary bicycle hire for all guests. Ride along coastal paths, through tropical greenery, and past local cafés to explore the village and surrounds.
From May to November, join Cooley Eco Adventures to swim with or watch humpback whales along the northern NSW coast. Bookable through the hotel's lifestyle concierge.
Complimentary use of McTavish and Mick Fanning surfboards for all hotel guests. Cabarita Beach is a legendary surf break right in front of the hotel.
Monthly evening event on Cabarita Beach — a guided sound journey designed to calm the nervous system and ease into restorative sleep. Check the What's On page for current dates.
Cold plunge facility at Halcyon Wellness. Boosts circulation, calms the nervous system, and helps the body recover. Open to guests and the public.
Guided yoga session by the beach every Saturday from 7:30–8:30am (weather permitting). Private sessions available on request for an additional cost. Complimentary yoga mats available from reception.
Join former World Surfing Champion and Olympic coach Bede Durbidge for a surf experience exploring secluded beaches and world-class breaks from Moreton Island to Byron Bay.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Property opens directly onto a private section of Cabarita Beach, named Australia's Best Beach 2020.
Complimentary WiFi throughout the property. Speeds of 250+ Mbps — good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices.
Full a la carte breakfast at Paper Daisy restaurant is included with every room booking.
55-inch Smart TVs with digital channels in all rooms.
All rooms include a complimentary minibar stocked with non-alcoholic beverages and snacks, restocked daily.
Complimentary private parking available on site.
Iconic outdoor pool directly fronting Cabarita Beach. Year-round, with poolside terrace.
Staff can arrange bespoke regional experiences — self-guided tours or curated outings around Cabarita Beach and Northern Rivers.
Complimentary beverage served on arrival at the pool terrace.
Standard nightly turndown for all rooms.
On-site laundry service available. Irons and ironing boards provided.
On-site boutique shop (halcyonatelier.com.au) selling homewares, gifts, and lifestyle products.
All hotel guests receive complimentary steam room access at Halcyon Wellness throughout their stay. The steam room is a signature Hammam-inspired domed space.
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