SOUTHERN OCEAN LODGE, KANGAROO ISLAND
eralded as Australia's first true luxury lodge when it opened, there was a real sense of loss when Southern Ocean Lodge was burnt to the ground during the devastating wildfires of 2020. Four years on, a phoenix has risen from the ashes. The 2.0 version has reclaimed the same clifftop spot overlooking the endless blue of the Southern Ocean, affording incredible views from its 25 suites. Guests are treated to sumptuous four-course dinners and access to the walk-in wine cellar, but its signature experiences are the real lure here; these are included in any stay and range from nocturnal wildlife spotting in conservation zones to guided walks exploring the island's
