Southern Ocean Lodge, Beckons

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Wonder-walled coastal lair

Setting

High on Hanson Bay

Treading lightly on scrub-covered dunes above the sea, luxe Kangaroo Island retreat Southern Ocean Lodge, Beckons is an exquisite designer haven. Solitude, serenity and privacy are what you’re signing up for – staying here you get the feeling there’s no one else within miles (and there probably isn’t). Wow-factor architecture frames the hotel’s coastal wilds, while all-inclusive food, drinks and activities tame them a little. Beyond your luxurious lodgings, Australia’s Galapagos awaits: expect everything from kangaroos to seals, to wild beaches and jaw-dropping geology.

Facilities

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25 suites including one Baillie Pavilion.

Checkout

10.30am; check-in is at 2pm. Both are flexible, on request and subject to availability.

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Rates include all meals, open bar with premium wines and spirits (and in-suite bar), signature experiences and return airport transfers. There’s a two-night minimum stay.

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There are paved paths around the lodge’s grounds, and one of the Flinders Suites has been adapted (with an aided bathroom and level floors) for guests with limited mobility. But please note that although cars taking guests to excursions have ample room inside, they aren’t equipped with ramps and require a small step up.

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At the Hotel

Walk-in wine cellar and free WiFi throughout. In suites: Bluetooth speaker, minibar, tea- and coffee-making kit, free bottled water and bespoke bath products. All suites also have in-room bars with free drinks and snacks.

Our Favourite Rooms

There are four types to pick from here and unsurprisingly, top dog, the super-private Baillie Pavillion, is the pick of the bunch. Jaw-dropping views from a curvaceous infinity pool, panoramic glass walls and freestanding oval bath tubs are a tough act to beat; but if you’re travelling as a duo and want something that’s more romantic than roomy, you’ll be besotted with the Flinders Suite’s cosy fireside spots.

Poolside

On the terrace by the Great Room, there are seating areas and firepits, as well as an infinity pool. All suites except the Flinders Suite have their own private heated ocean-gazing plunge pools; and a short walk away, Hanson Bay has consistent surf for a rough-and-tumble swim.

Spa

Sitting amongst the coastal heath, Southern Spa follows a similarly minimalist style to the rest of the hotel’s interiors, with warm wood panelling, limestone accents and light-welcoming window walls. Inside, there’s a sauna and three treatment rooms, where masseurs use locally made and herb-infused oils for restorative scrubs and refreshing facials; and just outside, hot and cold plunge pools ogle the Southern Ocean. There's also a fitness room.

Packing Tips

All clothes casual and unfussed: management takes a first-name-basis approach here, so don’t expect to hear any distancing ‘sirs’ or ‘ma’ms’. A capable weather-proof jacket will come in handy year-round and it's best to bring some layers during the cooler months.

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The wrought iron Kangaroo that stands proud in reception is the only part of the original Southern Ocean Lodge that survived South Australia’s 2020 bushfires – they now call him ‘Sunshine’.

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Over-10s are welcome to join; the Remarkable Suite has two bedrooms and the Baillie Pavilion has four for those travelling with little Smiths.

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Food & Drink

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Any of the window-side seats lets you soak up that unfettered view. On a warm night, try the sea-air-kissed terrace.

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Organic linen separates in soothing neutrals will blend well with the photoshoot-fit lodge backdropped by nature.

Hotel Restaurant

The hotel’s restaurant champions local produce meaning menus change with the season, but standouts tend to include marinated marron and line-caught whiting finished with foraged herbs. Dine indoors in the soothing restaurant, characterised by its oak-wood accents and vast coastal vistas, or take your fare alfresco on the deck. Anglers – if you manage to snare something yourself from Hanson Bay, kitchen staff will gladly fillet and cook your catch.

Hotel Bar

The open-plan bar in the Great Room is a guests’ gathering spot, where ocean scenery is paired with a lengthy offering of South Australian wines to sample. Mixologists also shake up craft cocktails, including a few with the hotel’s homemade honey liqueur.

Last Orders

Breakfast is served between 7.30am and 10am; lunch from 12.30pm to 2.30pm, and dinner from 7pm to 9pm.

Planes

Fly to Adelaide Airport, then connect to Kangaroo Island’s Kingscote Airport — a 40-minute flight with QantasLink or a 30-minute one with Rex. QantasLink now allows up to 20 kilograms of checked luggage per person (compared to 15 kilograms with Rex), though excess baggage can still be stored at Adelaide Airport for a small fee. Private charter flights are also available from the General Aviation Terminal to Kingscote or Snug Cove Airfield. On arrival, it’s a 50-minute road transfer to the Lodge (or 30 minutes from Kingscote), with shared transfers included in rates. The hotel also offers free airport transfers, just share your travel plans in advance.

Automobiles

Many mainland car hire companies have restrictions regarding their vehicles being driven on Kangaroo Island and/or boarding the ferry, so it’s best to hire a car when you arrive. You'll find rental desks at both the airport and the ferry terminal, along with free parking available at the hotel.

Worth Getting Out of Bed For

Kangaroo Island’s wildlife is world class; Flinders Chase National Park and Kelly Hill Conservation Park offer a wealth of animal-watching activities. Try a trip to nearby Seal Bay to see its sea lion colony before joining a Kangas & Kanapés sunset session. Go for a private, guided wild walk, or a self-guided tour on the network of hiking trails around the island; options range from a seven kilometre loop to a half-day trek. If you'd rather just chill out nearer to home, then head for the in-house Southern Spa for meditative massages, traditional treatments and a stint in the sauna.

Earn or Redeem Points with World of Hyatt

This Mr & Mrs Smith hotel participates in the World of Hyatt loyalty program. As a member, you can earn and redeem points and enjoy exclusive benefits for qualifying nights. .