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Bannisters Point Lodge
New South Wales, Australia
Price: $195 WHAT IT'S LIKE: The Bannisters Point Lodge is propped on a Pacific Coast headland, in a town that attracts both surfers and migrating whales. During the past four years the property has been updated from its origins as a 1970's motel—it's now equipped with an infinity pool, an outdoor cocktail lounge, and a spa that specializes in hot-rock therapies. The 31 rooms are done up in rattan furnishings; balconies overlook eucalyptus trees and the ocean. Just a five-minute stroll down the hill is the white crescent of Mollymook Beach. For the best views at the hotel, head to the spa's private Jacuzzi, built into a deck above the clifftop. WHAT TO DO: Weekend markets in the landmarked village of Milton, 2 1/2 miles northeast, feature antiques and crafts from local artisans. —Kendall Hill
