As another record breaking heatwave is about to hit the nation yet again this weekend, we’re predicting it won’t just be the Celsius heating up, with plenty of Aussies headed for the sweet relief of a luxe hotel stay.
According to Wotif travel expert, Amanda Behre, from spending the day by the pool, to the urge for a restful night’s sleep complete with hotel air-conditioning, a hotel stay is particularly tempting this weekend for those who are keen to cool off while avoiding stretched out days and sleepless nights.
“It’s been a long hot Summer for many Aussies, with the mercury set to rise again this weekend, in particular in Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and Canberra. We’re seeing people are not just cooling down with a day at the beach, they are also snapping up accommodation deals on Wotif.com and making a weekend of it, regardless of whether they are at the beach or opting for an inner city stay.
“The good news is it’s not too late to book your way to a cool relief without going too far away this weekend, however rooms are filling up fast and you’ll need to be quick to get in.”
Here are our top picks for hotels** to beat the heat this weekend around the country:
Sydney: Expected Saturday weather max 39 degrees*
Primus Hotel Sydney
One of the newest luxury hotels in the Sydney CBD is also home to one of the coolest city hotel pools. Drinking pina coladas and ordering snacks to your poolside cabana before retiring to your plush hotel room sure beats staying at home and battling the ceiling fan all weekend.
Old Clare Hotel Chippendale
This revamped luxury boutique hotel has the ultimate rooftop pool bar, perfect for a dip in the pool followed by a fresh Summer cocktail. As an added bonus, this hotel is no longer open to the public, meaning you don’t need to nudge your way to securing your deck chair.
Brisbane: Expected Saturday weather max 36 degrees*
NEXT Hotel Brisbane
Swap the crowds of South Bank beach pool for a staycation at this inner city hotel complete with its own infinity pool. After a relaxing morning of swimming, want to avoid the midday heat? Easy, Queen Street Mall and its air-conditioned shops are just across the road. As an added bonus, the hotel has a ‘Free 4 You’ policy, meaning four items of the mini-bar are free each day, so whether you’re a sweet or savoury fan make sure you raid the bar.
Gold Coast: Expected Saturday weather max 34 degrees*
Q1 Resort and Spa, Surfers Paradise
Hit the highway and head for the sun and surf of the Gold Coast, which is also a few degrees cooler than Brisbane this weekend. Although nothing beats a swim in the ocean, the hotels two lagoon pools are pretty tempting to leave. Feeling peckish? This apartment style hotel has six on-site restaurants meaning you won’t need to venture far. Hot tip: Pay a visit to Longboards Laidback Eatery & Bar Restaurant and indulge in the Parmesan truffle fries.
Adelaide: Expected Saturday weather max 36 degrees*
The Art Series – The Watson
Claim victory over the heat while getting in touch with your artistic side with a stay at this creative and eclectic hotel named after Central Australian desert artist Yannima Pirkarli Tommy Watson. After spending a lazy day by the pool you’ll get a good night’s rest at this hotel, with all rooms featuring Art Series signature beds.
Canberra: Expected temperature approx 41 degrees*
Novotel Canberra
With the closest beach a few hours away, those staying put in the nation’s capital are going to be looking for somewhere to cool off over the sweltering weekend. Avoid the busy local swimming pools and check-in to The Novotel Canberra, complete with its own indoor swimming pool to spend the day in.
Perth: Expected Saturday weather max 26 degrees*
COMO The Treasury Perth
Although Perth isn’t getting the brunt of the heat at the moment, it has been a long hot Summer in WA, so treat yourself with a city stay at this history and architectural rich hotel. Don’t want to leave the comfort of your air-conditioned room for dinner? Well don’t! Order in, with the room service coming straight to your door from one of three restaurants connected to the property.
Melbourne: Expected Saturday weather max 28 degrees*
Art Series, The Olsen
Like Perth, the mercury in Melbourne isn’t set to skyrocket like other parts of Australia this weekend, however jump on the bandwagon like the rest of the nation and book your way to a night away at this Chapel Street hotel, complete with an indoor glass bottom pool and deck chairs, perfect for for a chilled Summer afternoon.
If none of these take your fancy, get searching here.
*According to the of Bureau of Meteorology as at 8.30am AEDT on Friday February 10, 2017.
** Hotels subject to availability
