The beachfront Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Port Douglas felt a lot like paradise, all without the long, expensive flight and dreaded jet lag attached.

Following an extensive refurbishment, the iconic Sofitel Sydney Wentworth has been brought into the 21st century while thankfully still retaining its heritage as Australia's first five-star hotel.

Scaling a cliff a stone’s throw from the labyrinth of Dubrovnik Old Town’s bustling narrow laneways sits Rixos Premium Dubrovnik, a luxurious oasis with jaw-dropping views of the Adriatic Sea from every angle.

Playful, colourful, and refreshingly original are all apt descriptors of the 25hours Hotel Copenhagen Indre By which resides in an historic 19th-century building ideally situated in the centre of the Danish capital.

Following an extensive renovation and rebrand, the iconic Manly Pacific has never looked better with a cool and contemporary coastal chic aesthetic, aptly matching its beachfront location.

Situated in the noticeably chic and sophisticated pocket of Melbourne, - aptly referred to as the ‘Paris end’ - Sofitel Melbourne on Collins is a stunningly grand property oozing traditional French luxury.

Rising above the fashion capital of Australia, Hotel Chadstone is stylish and chic from head to toe, and a luxurious place to base to yourself, whether planning a shopping spree or not.

Although less than a 90-minute drive away from Central London, the stately Fairmont Windsor Park, surrounded by 40 acres of pristine open green space, feels like a world away.

The first purpose-built deluxe hotel in London, the legendary The Savoy has long been a magnet for the wealthy, the famous, the glamorous, and even the notorious.

In the heart of Prague’s historic and fairy-tale-like Old Town in a majestic Neo-Baroque building, Century Old Town Prague MGallery is a boutique hotel full of personality.

The SO/ Berlin Das Stue is a feast for the eyes, with quirky, playful details all around, with much of the hotel’s decor inspired by the hotel’s proximity to Berlin Zoo and history.

Sandwiched between two historical canals, Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam boasts a rich history, from a 15th-century convent to royal lodgings to Dutch admiralty headquarters.

A oasis in the desert, in the centre of Australia, Sails in the Desert is a luxurious haven for discerning explorers looking to experience the unmatched beauty of Uluru.

Expect the unexpected from a stay at the bold and avant-garde SO/ Auckland for this is not your typical cookie-cutter five-star hotel, rather a haven for the stylish traveler.

Its central location coupled with its unobstructed views of Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkables makes Hotel St Moritz the ideal base to explore this idyllic part of New Zealand.

Spread across a beautifully restored 1876 building seeped in history and a 36-story sleek tower, the recently-opened Porter House Hotel seamlessly blends the old with the new.

When Sofitel Adelaide opened its doors just over a year ago it became the first new-build, international five-star hotel to open in Adelaide’s CBD in 30 years.

Located in Dubai’s Downtown District, SLS’s first property outside North America is a modern masterpiece that offers spectacular unobstructed 360-degree views of Dubai.

Designed to resemble an 18th-century European palace, Raffles The Palm Dubai is no ordinary luxury hotel, rather it is unashamedly over-the-top and fabulously ultra-luxe.

With some of the coast’s best restaurants and bars on its doorstep and a short stroll from the beach, Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach is ideally positioned for a relaxing break away.

Set in Sydney’s historic The Rocks precinct, mere steps from Circular Quay, the aptly-named Harbour Rocks Hotel is a beautifully-preserved heritage hotel that oozes character and yesteryear charm.

Modern, vibrant, and undeniably cool are all words that describe Mövenpick Melbourne on Spencer, the brand’s second outpost in Australia, with the hotel designed as an ode to Melbourne's vibrant arts scene.

With its sleek design, spacious rooms, stunning infinity-edge pool, and breathtaking views, it is not difficult to see why Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour is one of only six flagship Sofitel’s worldwide.

Situated directly on Hobart’s glorious waterfront is the luxurious, multi-award-winning MACq 01 Hotel, a hotel dedicated to telling the many stories which have shaped the landscape of Tasmania, past, and present.

The first of its kind to open in Australia, the Mövenpick Hobart is a contemporary hotel situated in the heart of picturesque Hobart, making it the ideal base to explore.

Set on almost ten acres and featuring a three thousand square metre lagoon pool, Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort & Spa is a luxurious tropical oasis you’ll never want to tear yourself away from.

One of only a handful of stunning, one-of-a-kind boutique properties which make up the luxury MGallery Hotel Collection by Sofitel, the gorgeous Reef House & Spa Palm Cove is a destination in its own right.

Located in a prime position in the centre of Noosa’s Hastings Street, the luxe surrounds of Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort are the perfect place for rest and relaxation as well as exploration of all Noosa has to offer.

Soaring ceilings, old rattan punkah fans, sandstone floors, luxe decor, and a grand staircase immediately drawing your eye as you enter, the JW Marriott Gold Coast certainly makes a bold first impression.

Rising 77 levels above the white sandy beaches and crystal waters of the Surfers Paradise foreshore, Peppers Soul Surfers Paradise is an ultra-luxurious, all-apartments beachfront hotel.