Several members of Luxury Lodges of Australia have been recognised in the prestigious La Liste World’s Best Hotels 2026, reaffirming Australia’s place among the world’s leading luxury travel destinations.
The recognised Luxury Lodges of Australia members are:
- Saffire Freycinet – 96.5
- Longitude 131° – 96.0
- Southern Ocean Lodge – 93.5
- Lizard Island – 93.0
- qualia – 91.5
- Sal Salis – 91.5
- The Louise – 91.0
Founded in Paris in 2015, La Liste has become one of the world’s most respected hospitality rankings, using an algorithm that analyses thousands of trusted sources – including international guidebooks, respected travel publications and millions of verified guest reviews – to identify the world’s finest hotels.
For the 2026 rankings, La Liste evaluated more than 7,300 luxury hotels across over 200 countries and territories, with just 1,000 properties earning a place in the final list. Scores are based on consistency across both professional criticism and guest experience, rewarding hotels that continually deliver exceptional standards of hospitality.
The seven recognised Luxury Lodges of Australia members reflect the remarkable breadth of Australia’s luxury offering. From the dramatic coastal wilderness of Saffire Freycinet in Tasmania and Southern Ocean Lodge on Kangaroo Island, to the spiritual heart of the Uluru at Longitude 131°, the pristine Great Barrier Reef surrounding Lizard Island and qualia in the Whitsundays, the remote beauty of Sal Salis on Ningaloo Reef, and the world-renowned wine experiences of The Louise in the Barossa Valley, each delivers an experience deeply connected to its destination.
As La Liste noted in its analysis, today’s leading luxury hotels are distinguished not only by exceptional accommodation, but by consistently outstanding guest experiences. Among the defining characteristics of this year’s highest-scoring properties was a holistic approach to hospitality, where every element of the guest journey – including food, service, wellness and a sense of place – contributes to an unforgettable stay.
Luxury Lodges of Australia congratulates all seven members recognised in the La Liste World’s Best Hotels 2026. Their inclusion reflects an enduring commitment to excellence and showcases the extraordinary diversity of luxury experiences available across Australia.
