ADELAIDE (South Australia) -- area code (61-8)

• Amaroo Water Gardens Bed and Breakfast
  Bevan Rd, Hope Forest, 8556-7497, email. Gay-owned bed and breakfast accommodations. Two artistically furnished and built self-contained accommodations for up to 6 people, on 20 acres, overlooking scenic gardens and a lake. A short distance to historic Willunga, McLaren Vale wineries, art galleries, restaurants, Kuitpo forest and southern beaches. Facilities for private parties, garden weddings and receptions are also available. Utopia Member Discount
• Midway Apartments
  2A Warwick Ave, Kurralta Pk, 8293-7102, 04-1293-7102, email. Fully furnished apartments for short or long-term rental, close to the city, beach and airport. Bus and tram transport 5 minutes away and a two minute walk to a large shopping center. Utopia Member Discount

Blue Mountains (New South Wales) -- area code (61-438)

• Pussywillow Retreat
  60 Highland St, Leura, 572-337, FAX 572-337, email. 1000m above sea level and 100k from Sydney, lesbian-owned Pussywillow is a contemporary retreat with a comfortable, fresh ambience subtly blending with its serene mountain setting. Amenities include king size bed with 100% cotton sheets, down pillows, tasteful furnishings and privacy. Less than 1km from Leura Village. Escape, relax and unwind. Utopia Member Discount

BRISBANE (Queensland) -- area code (61-7)

• Chelsand Cottage
  17 McCulloch Ave, 041-570-3528, 3315-0999, FAX 3315-0457, email. A romantic and luxurious beach cottage/house just minutes from the beautiful beaches, boardwalks, cafés and restaurants located at Redcliffe Margate Beach. A 20 minute drive from the Brisbane International Airport, 30 minutes from Brisbane CBD Central, 15 minutes to the Brisbane Entertainment Centre and a 40 minutes to the Sunshine Coast. Privacy is assured at all times. Set amongst cottage gardens with your own covered carport ensuring safety for your vehicle. Gay and lesbian-friendly. Utopia Member Discount
• Homestay Brisbane Australia
  PO Box 377 Narangba, 3385-5300, FAX 3385-5399, email. A very gay-friendly Australian homestay business for individuals or groups who would like an Australian cultural experience. They have an extensive network of gay families who have registered with them and welcome gay and lesbian visitors around the world.
• Snooze Inn
  383 St Pauls Terrace, 3854-0911, FAX 3654-0971, email. Gay friendly boutique budget hotel located in Fortitude Valley the heart of Brisbane's nightlife. Closest accommodation to all major gay clubs, bars and restaurants as well as China Town and the CBD. Utopia Member Discount

CAIRNS to PORT DOUGLAS (Queensland) -- area code (61-7)

• 18-24 James
  18-24 James St, 4051-4644, 1-800-62-1824, FAX 4051-0103, Email. The only gay-owned and staffed hotel in Cairns. Plantation-style accommodation in the heart of Cairns, 5 minutes walk to the Esplanade. Clothing optional salt water pool, restaurant, library, internet access, spa, gym and sauna. All guest rooms have individual air-conditioning, tea and coffee makers, fridge, direct international long distance and local calls.
• Dreamcatcher Apartments
  26-28 Reef St, 4099-1800, FAX 4099-1700, email. Boutique apartment resort located in Port Douglas, Australia, where the Rainforest meets the Great Barrier Reef. Choose from studios or luxury 1-bedroom self-catering apartments. Utopia Member Discount
• Mai Tai Resort
  Lot 78 Rex Range Rd, Cassowary, 4098-4956, email. An exclusive, luxurious gay-owned Balinese style mountain retreat. Four beautifully appointed romantic suites with private outdoor sitting areas. Deluxe Suites come with tropical outdoor showers. This gated retreat caters for only a maximum of 8 people at any one time, offering an intimate, relaxed atmosphere. Located 10 minutes north of Port Douglas city center. Mai Tai Resort is nestled amongst 5 acres of private lush tropical surroundings with spectacular views towards the Daintree Rainforest, Thornton’s Peak and the beautiful Coral Coast.
• Pink Flamingo Resort
  115 Davidson St, Port Douglas, 4099-6622, FAX 02-9352-3800, email. Gay owned and gay-friendly resort with intimate private villas in a lush, tropical and sensual atmosphere. Affordable rates. The perfect boutique resort for a tropical escape.
• Toby's Retreat at Holloways Beach
  82 Baronia Crescent, 4055-0011, email. A gay-owned bed and breakfast in tropical North Queensland. Ten minutes from Cairns airport and 15 minutes from cosmopolitan Cairns city center. A perfect base to explore attractions from diving on the Great Barrier Reef to exploring the surrounding lush rain forests. Chill out by the pool, soak in the spa, stroll to the beach and spend blissful nights under crisp white sheets. Wake to a sumptuous exotic tropical fruit platter. Utopia Member Discount
• Tropical North Properties
  Palm Cove, 4099-3450, 0408-708-155, email. Gay-owned, 3-bedroomed holiday beach houses with resort style pools and BBQs. Only 400m to beach, shops, restaurants and bars. All linen and towels provided.
• Turtle Cove
  PO Box 158 Smithfield Cairns, Qld 4878, Australia
  (61-7)4059-1800, FAX 4059-1969, email. One of the great gay resorts of the world for more than a decade, on its own private beach between Cairns and Port Douglas in Australia's fabulous tropical north. It is a full service resort where the emphasis is on service, facilities, location and gay fun.

Gold Coast (Queensland) -- area code (61-7)

• Point @ the Rocks Resort
  828 Pacific Parade, Currumbin Beach, 5534-1622, FAX 5534-1644, email. Beautiful beachfront resort style accomodation with restaurant and bar on premises. Utopia Member Discount
• Queensland Holiday Accommodation
  66 Hooker Blvd, 1639-4439, email. Free advice and accommodation booking service for fabulous Queensland.

MELBOURNE (Victoria) -- area code (61-3)

• 169 Drummond Street
  169 Drummond St, 9663-3081, email. Gay and lesbian travelers who are looking for a friendly, low-key place to stay will enjoy the traditional hospitality in this 19th Century terrace, recently updated with 21st Century facilities. Located in historic Carlton, there are dozens of restaurants within walking distance. A choice of king, queen, or twin fully-equipped private rooms, each with its own bathroom facilities, aircon, and TV. Privacy is assured.
• The Gatehouse
  97 Cambridge St, Collingwood, email. A hotel for leather men. Same owners as Club80.
• Glendalough Bed & Breakfast
  197-199 Cashmere St, 9370-1308, FAX 9370-9075, email. A gay bed and breakfast, 4km from the center of Melbourne, close to public transport and 15 minutes from Melbourne airport. Glendalough is a 1920's mansion, with spacious restored bedrooms, with queen or double beds, set in tranquil garden surroundings. Close to Northside venues and bath houses. Your hosts: Stan and Tony. Chinese spoken. Utopia Member Discount
• The Laird Hotel
  149 Gipps St (on the corner of Henry St), Abbotsford, 9417-2832, email. A minute's walk from the Collingwood Train Station. About 10 minutes from the Central Business District by taxi. An exclusively gay men's hotel for more than two decades. It combines an industrial look with a cruising atmosphere. A variety of room types are available. Lounge with tea and coffee facilities, daily newspapers, tourist information, maps, and a continental breakfast with fruit and orange juice every morning. Net access available through their "guest computer." Men-only.

  Comments from Utopians:

  "The Laird Hotel is great, though not particulary modern or luxurious. It faces the main street and has a decent balcony - street noise anticipated, but it was never a problem. Extras are very expensive, i.e. business center, restaurants, laundry. Staff are friendly." -- Darwin, Jun 18, 2008

• Opium Den
  176 Hoddle St (corner of Yarra St), Abbotsford, Victoria, 9417-2696, email. This gay Asian owned accommodation has been running for over 10 years now. Friendly service. Standard and Deluxe rooms available at a reasonable price. Opium Den's gay club is home to stunning and gorgeous Asian cabaret shows.
• Southbank Apartments
  28 Southgate Ave, Southbank, 9686-7711, 9686-7722, email. Offering premium accommodation in Melbourne's best location -- just across the road from Southbank Promenade, the Yarra River, the Melbourne Arts Centre, Melbourne CBD, and Federation Square.
• The Stingo Hotel
  48 Hoddle St, Collingwood, 9417-3066, FAX 9417-4699, email. Single, Double/Twin and Family Rooms available. All include fridge, TV and have tea and coffee making facilities. Gay-owned.

Noosa / Peregian Beach (Queensland)

• Horizons @ Peregian
  45 Lorikeet Dr, Peregian Beach, Queensland, 5448-3444, FAX 5448-3711, email. Fifteen Luxury 2- and 3-bedroom self-contained apartments in Peregian Beach, near Noosa. Pool and spa, security parking. Utopia Member Discount

SURFER'S PARADISE (Queensland) -- area code (61-7)

• Marrakesh Resort
  198 Surf Parade, Surfers Paradise, 5584-7000, FAX 5584-7111, email. Gay-friendly resort on Australia's Gold Coast, a short stroll away from world-renowned beaches. 144 apartments comprising a mix of 1 and 2-bedroom Garden or Ocean apartments . Heated indoor and outdoor pools and spas. Fully equipped, air conditioned gymnasium. The heart of Surfers Paradise, only minutes away, beats an exciting rhythm of entertainment and endless adventure. Broadbeach offers a smorgasbord of quality restaurants and cosmopolitan cafes with easy access to international shopping, Pacific Fair, Daimaru and the 24-hr intrigue of Jupiters Casino. Their Guest Services Manager will fill you in on the local gay scene. Utopia Member Discount

SYDNEY (New South Wales) -- area code (61-2)

• City Road Boarding House
  42 City Rd, 9565-1211, FAX 9550-6395, email. A 12-room boarding house located conveniently near University of Sydney, catering to gay Asian students.
• Morgans Boutique Harbourview Hotel
  304 Victoria St, Darlinghurst, 9360-7955, 9360-9217, email. Fully self-contained apartments, just two minutes from Oxford St. Great bar and restaurant and fabulous rooftop terrace with amazing harbor views. Gay-owned. Utopia Member Discount
• The Park Lodge Hotel
  747 South Dowling St, Moore Park, 9318-2393, FAX 9318-2513, email. The Park Lodge Hotel has been taking care of gay and lesbian visitors for more than a decade and has built a reputation as one of the friendliest gay-owned and operated hotels in Sydney. Constructed in 1880, it has recently been restored to its original Victorian character while incorporating all the modern conveniences expected in a quality hotel.
• Sydney Holiday Apartments
  78 Johnson St Mascot, email. Gay-owned and managed arrangements for accommodation in Sydney.

St Marys (Tasmania)

• Rainbow Retreat Wilderness Eco Cabins
  Lot 1 Gillies Rd, St Marys, Tasmania, 3-6372-2168, FAX 3-6372-2168, email. Wilderness Eco Retreat with Sensational Ocean views. Gay owned and operated, self contained or fully catered for. Seventy five acres next to St Patricks Head State Reserve, with stunning views of the coast. The property is home to many protected species and a wide variety of native flora. Utopia Member Discount