Cosy Hotels that are Perfect for a Winter Holiday

While a summer escape on a beach can be dreamy, who doesn’t love a cosy winter holiday? It’s an opportunity to escape from regular life and into a warm, cosy space that’s perfect for relaxing and indulging. Great food, hot chocolate, gorgeous and warm bedding? What more could you want for a winter holiday?

Nestled in the Southern Highlands, Peppers Craigieburn Bowral is a dream winter escape. Bask in the sunlight streaming in through your window in the morning before enjoying a stroll through the hotel gardens. You might even want to try a round of tennis or golf on site to make the most of a brisk, winter day.

Visit the nearby romantic vineyards and world-class food and wine or head into town to enjoy some boutique shopping and a cup of coffee. Then head back to Hickory’s Restaurant & Bar for dinner for seasonally-inspired cuisine created with quality local produce.

Discover an elegant country retreat in the Southern Highlands of NSW when you walk into Peppers Manor House. With tranquil country surroundings in Sutton Forest, Peppers Manor House makes for an idyllic getaway for families, friends, couples, or solo travellers.

Bring a book and settle down in front of the roaring fireplace in The Great Hall. Put on your comfortable shoes and enjoy a walk alongside charming vineyards. When it’s time to eat, you can enjoy the very essence of the Southern Highlands at Katers Restaurant, with formal dinners and grazing menus available to suit your cosy winter holiday style.

Winter cosiness is at its best at the Fairmont Resort & Spa Blue Mountains by MGallery. Look out over the impressive scenery and breathe in the fresh mountain air.

You might even catch some snow as the Blue Mountains often receives snowfall in winter: what could make a winter holiday any better?

Grab a bite to eat in Embers Lounge, warmed by the restaurant’s fireplace, or cosy up in your own room with a deep, warm bath. Visit in July to enjoy Yulefest, Christmas in July and gorgeous Yulefest dinners in the Grand Ballroom.

In a world-renowned wine region, the Novotel Barossa Valley Resort is perfect for a winter getaway. Enjoy the vineyard views, enjoy a glass of local red, and stay warm and toasty while soaking in the atmosphere by the fireplace in The Cellar Kitchen Restaurant.

During the winter, the hotel offers a retreat package with welcome mulled wine on arrival, cosy overnight accommodation and dining credit. Plus you'll love the variety on offer at the breakfast buffet in the morning after.   

Enjoy beautiful rooms with contemporary Tasmanian-inspired design with views of the iconic Hobart town, mountain, and waterfront when you stay at the Mövenpick Hotel Hobart .

Whether you’re the type to luxuriate in your suite and make the most of a deep, indulgent bathtub or the type to explore the museums and galleries just outside your door, the ​Mövenpick Hotel Hobart makes for a great winter holiday escape in Tasmania. Visit one of Hobarts hottest new restaurants, Tesoro, to enjoy modern Italian dining.

Sweet tooths are in for a treat every day, with free daily Chocolate Hour in the lobby from 3:30pm to 4:30pm. And if you’re keen for more, Chocology afternoons at Tesoro Restaurant and a chocolate-lovers dream alternative to a traditional high tea.

Unwind in the tranquil riverside location before exploring one of Australia's most beautiful regions the Yarra Valley​ at Peppers Marysville. Only a 20-minute drive from skiing and snow activities at Lake Mountain, Peppers Marysville is an ideal home base for a winter holiday in Victoria.

The natural beauty of the Yarra Ranges National Park, Cathedral Ranges, Kinglake National Park, Great Victorian Rail Trail, and plenty more will entice you to explore the winter scenery around Marysville. And on site you can enjoy warming up in the sauna and staying toasty by the outside firepit. Don’t forget to grab the marshmallows!

Melbourne is a winter lover's dream city. Cosy cafes and bars to duck into and plenty of coffee to warm your hands and your insides. And what better home base from which you can explore Melbourne than the newly renovated Pullman Melbourne on the Park?

With the best of Melbourne just moments away, thanks to the iconic trains and trams that decorate the city, you'll have plenty to see and do before you head back to your hotel room and sink into a warm bath. And head to the hotel's restaurant, the Cliveden Bar & Dining, for a tasty European-inspired meal. 

Floating above the water's edge, Novotel Lake Crackenback Resort & Spa makes for the ultimate lakeside, winter escape. Bordered by Kosciuszko National Park and the majestic Thredbo River, and just 15 minutes to Thredbo Village and Perisher Ski Resort, winter sports fans and holiday-goers who love to relax are both in for a treat. 

Stay in a one-bedroom, two-bedroom, or three-bedroom apartment with views out over the lake. Sip your morning coffee on your balcony above the water, and cosy up with a blanket and a good book by the fire at night. At dinner time, visit either of the on-site restaurants—Cuisine on Lake Crackenback for classic dining, or Alpine Larder for a wholesome experience.

Within the World Heritage-listed Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park sits the Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge. Full of classic, winter lodge charm, Peppers Cradle Mountain situates you in the heart of the alpine wilderness. 

You'll enjoy the fresh mountain air as you take in awe-inspiring views of Tasmania's natural beauty. Choose from cosy cabins and spacious suites when you choose your accommodation. Either way, you can enjoy majestic views of outside while staying warm and toasty by your fireplace within your room. Perfect for an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, to rest and rejuvenate within nature, Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge lets you leave your worries at the door.

For a totally unique stay in New Zealand's South Island, Fable Terrace Downs Resort by MGallery delivers personality, luxury, and magnificent views of the Southern Alps. The resort embraces natural materials like wood and stone for a cosy, organic atmosphere that's perfect for a winter holiday.

Whether you're keen to try the high country 18-hole championship golf course or simply indulge in the stunning scenery, Fable Terrace Downs has plenty to offer. Self-contained villas make up the resort, each overlooking the stunning alpine scenery—you'll feel free and unburdened with the spacious rooms and environment.

When it's time to grab a bite to eat, The Clubhouse (the resort restaurant), regularly serves high country dining. Sustainable, local produce make up the menu, perfectly complemented by the list of local wines. Stay for a while once you've finished your meal to indulge in the atmosphere, the warm fire, and a tempting dessert. 

If you're the type to thrive in a winter holiday, you can choose from Accor's range of cosy hotels in Australia to help you plan your perfect winter escape.