On the shortlist
The Isla
Batehaven, NSW
Palm Springs glam meets South Coast retro: a '70s motor inn reopened in 2024 with hand-painted rooms, Scandinavian edges and a speakeasy-style cantina behind the laundry.
What makes it
- Cantina bar
- Pool
- Outdoor shower
- Bike hire
- Beach 100m
- Dog-friendly