Jindabyne accommodation from AU$120

You don’t have to come to Jindabyne to ski. If you’re all about that lake life, East Jindabyne is your place to be. At Willow Bay Lodge, you’ll have lake views from nearly every room, plus you’re just an 8-minute walk down to the shore at Rainbow Beach—it’s just as gorgeous as it sounds.

Siesta Villa is another good option for lake lovers, close to the shore and short drive from adventure at Banjo Patterson Park and Coolamatong Golf Club. Or have a beer and stay in: the property has a bar with billiards tables.

You won’t find many individual cabins in Jindabyne, but with its cosy leather couches, billiards table, and wood-burning stove, the lobby lounge at Panorama Jindabyne sure feels like a cabin. You’ll feel right at home thanks to complimentary daily breakfast, free parking, laundry facilities, and even a relaxing library, which makes this hotel the best cheap Jindabyne accommodation around. There’s even ski storage.

Perisher is just west of Jindabyne, making the town a popular place to stay for those looking for a deal. Check out these hotels, which are both about 30 km from Perisher:

• Rydges Horizons Snowy Mountains has it all, with three restaurants and a cosy lounge for apres-ski drinks and even an indoor pool to relax those muscles. Plus it’s just minutes from Jindabyne town centre.
• Bringing your whole ski team? Acacia Snowy Motel doesn’t just have an appropriate name—it has rooms that sleep up to six people and offers free breakfast. Everyone starts their day well-rested and well-fed before hitting the slopes.