By Stephanie Mojica
Australia is a country that offers some of the most diverse nature as well as city experiences in the world. Visitors can experience everything from deserts to aboriginal culture to cosmopolitan cities. The accommodations available in Australia also represent the diverse identity of the nation, with everything from rustic campgrounds to hostels and hotels.
Chancellor Inn Queenstown
Queenstown is a historic community on the west coast of Tasmania, and offers natural beauty, mining history and scenic train rides to its visitors. Chancellor Inn Queenstown is part of a South Pacific hotel chain and offers 60 guest rooms in a 100 percent nonsmoking facility. Free underground parking is included with each stay. An Internet kiosk area is available for guests, and includes printing services. Chancellor Inn Queenstown has an on-site restaurant that also provides room service for guests, and authentic Tasmanian and Australian wines and cuisine. As of July 2009, room rates started at about $90 per night.
Chancellor Inn Queenstown
Batchellor Street
Queenstown TAS 7467 Australia
011 +03 6471 1033
E-mail: reservations@ciqueenstown.com.au
Stamford Plaza Adelaide Hotel
Stamford Plaza Adelaide Hotel has been noted by the official Australia tourism website as one of the best five-star international lodgings in the world. It is part of a South Pacific luxury hotel chain and the Adelaide has hosted a number of dignitaries from the United States, Great Britain, and beyond. Guests of Stamford Plaza Adelaide Hotel will have convenient access to the city's convention center, casino and other major cultural and shopping experiences. Hotel amenities include three restaurants, two bars, a rooftop heated swimming pool, a spa, a sauna, and a gym. As of July 2009, room rates started at about $160 per night.
Stamford Plaza Adelaide Hotel
150 N. Terrace
Adelaide, SA 5000
Phone: 011 +61-8 8461 1111
Fax: 011 +61-8 8231 7572
http://www.stamford.com.au/spa/
Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney
Sydney is one of the most visited cities in the world and offers a diverse variety of Australian experiences with a number of cutting-edge conveniences. Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney, is part of an international luxury hotel chain and offers a number of services to its guests. Amenities include an indoor swimming pool, a fitness center, business center, a beauty salon, four restaurants with 24-hour room service, a bar and a lounge. Guest rooms include features such as a marble bathroom, high-speed Internet access and mini-bar. Also, 95 percent of Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney's accommodations have harbor views. As of July 2009, room rates started at about $245 per night.
Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney
176 Cumberland St.
The Rocks, Sydney
NSW 2000, Australia
Phone: 011 +61 2 9250 6000
Fax: 011 +61 2 9250 6250
http://www.shangri-la.com/en/property/sydney/shangrila
About the Author:
Stephanie Mojica has been a journalist since 1997. Her articles have appeared in newspapers such as "The Philadelphia Inquirer" and "The Virginian-Pilot," as well as several online publications. Mojica earned a Bachelor of General Studies, Arts and Science degree from Athabasca University in 2005 and is a certified weight-loss coach.
