You’ve gotta love a holiday freebie, especially when it tastes this good. We’ve rounded up 16 of Australia’s best FREE hotel breakfasts, available for a limited time only. Dish up some serious food envy in…
NSW
PARKROYAL DARLING HARBOUR
SYDNEY
Deal: Free buffet breakfast for two people every day of stay.
Book between: 16 – 23 July 2018.
Travel between: 16 July – 31 December 2018 (some blockout periods apply).
Why we love it: Park Royal Darling Harbour’s restaurant, Barkers, is built on the site of Thomas Barker’s steam flour mill and it’s the perfect place to start your day in Sydney. Local artisan breads from The Bread and Butter Project and farmers’ market fave Whisk & Pin’s Gourmet Muesli are enough to get anyone out of bed, even in winter, amiright?
SOFITEL DARLING HARBOUR
SYDNEY
Deal: Free buffet breakfast for two people, once per stay.
Book between: 16 – 23 July 2018.
Travel between: 16 July – 2 September 2018 (some blockout periods apply).
Why we love it: True to the Sofitel brand, the French-inspired Atelier restaurant serves up some seriously delicious le petit déjeuner (aka: breakfast). Channel your inner Parisian with a 5-star stay and a culinary breakfast experience to match. Bon appétit!
LARMONT SYDNEY
SYDNEY
Deal: Free à la carte breakfast for two people every day of stay.
Book between: 16 – 23 July 2018.
Travel between: 16 July – 31 January 2019 (some blockout periods apply).
Why we love it: A generous brekky buffet is great, but a made-to-order breakfast delivered right to your table is pretty awesome too (who needs that extra walking?). And when it comes to Sydney à la carte brekkies, you can’t go past The Hyde at Larmont Sydney. Complete with barista-made Allpress espresso, the team here have got all your faves covered – perfectly poached eggs, a stunning garden granola, and tasty green juices. One bite and you’ll know why The Hyde have made their mark on the Sydney brunch scene.
HOTEL MOUNTAIN HERITAGE – BLUE MOUNTAINS
BLUE MOUNTAINS
Deal: Free buffet breakfast for two people every day of stay.
Book between: 16 – 23 July 2018.
Travel between: 16 July – 15 December 2018 (some blockout periods apply).
Why we love it: “Hi! I’ll have a delicious buffet breakfast with a side of million-dollar views, please”. Start your day at Hotel Mountain Heritage with a full belly and sweeping views of the Jamison Valley’s rugged sandstone escarpments and tree-filled canyons. Soak up the splendor, then get ready to head off and explore!
QLD
THE VALLEY BRISBANE
FORTITUDE VALLEY
Deal: Free à la carte breakfast for two people every day of stay.
Book between: 16 – 23 July 2018.
Travel between: 16 July – 16 October 2018.
Why we love it: With its French flair, the Valley Brisbane’s restaurant, Société, could trick you into thinking you’ve woken up in Paris – it’ll certainly have you practicing your best ‘Bonjour’ all day. There are dishes to suit all palates, but we really love the grilled haloumi with smashed avo and the freshly baked banana bread with ricotta and fresh honey sourced from the hotel’s very own rooftop beehives. Don’t forget to grab a traditional pastry, macaron or gateaux for the road – trés délicieux!
THE POINT BRISBANE HOTEL
BRISBANE
Deal: Free buffet breakfast for two people every day of stay.
Book between: 16 – 23 July 2018.
Travel between: 16 July – 31 October 2018.
Why we love it: The Point Brisbane Hotel’s restaurant, Lamberts, has all the right ingredients to start your day. Think free-range eggs and bacon straight from the farm, luscious berries from the Glasshouse Mountains, freshly picked herbs and mushrooms from the Sunshine Coast, and a decadent cheese selection that’ll have you saying “Just one more…” Make sure you try one of their cold-pressed juices or smoothie shots to cool down from the beautiful Brissy sun!
THE ISLAND GOLD COAST
GOLD COAST
Deal: Free à la carte breakfast for two people every day of stay.
Book between: 16 – 23 July 2018.
Travel between: 16 July – 17 September 2018.
Why we love it: What’s better than a free breakfast? A FREE BREAKFAST IN BED! Hit the snooze button and relax – you’re on holidays 😉 Whether you dine in at The Island Bistro or order à la carte to be delivered to your room, The Island Gold Coast is the hotel to make your breakfast dreams come true. We’re big fans of the deconstructed breakfast burrito (with pulled pork, bacon, black beans, scrambled egg, and mozzarella) and the baked waffles (with vanilla butter, fresh fruit, blood orange sorbet, and orange syrup). See you in the morning!
ACT
HOTEL REALM
CANBERRA
Deal: Free buffet breakfast for two people every day of stay.
Book between: 16 – 23 July 2018.
Travel between: Weekends between 16 July – 14 September 2018.
Why we love it: The chic surrounds, fresh pastries, and made-to-order omelets make Hotel Realm’s Buvette Bistro one of the ACT’s top breakfast spots. Their bountiful buffet brings indulgence and fine dining together, making it perfect for business trips, lazy weekend brekkies with friends, and everything in between.
MANTRA MACARTHUR HOTEL
CANBERRA
Deal: Free buffet breakfast for two people every day of stay.
Book between: 16 – 23 July 2018.
Travel between: Weekends between 16 July – 17 September 2018.
Why we love it: Award-winning Head Chef Sean Mawbey leads the team at Canberra’s newest hotel restaurant, Podilato. With a range of hot and cold plates to choose from and a droolworthy selection of freshly baked breads and pastries, this is the place to set yourself up for a busy day (or sneak off back to your comfy hotel bed… we won’t tell!).
SA
MAJESTIC ROOF GARDEN HOTEL
ADELAIDE
Deal: Free buffet breakfast for two people every day of stay.
Book between: 16 – 23 July 2018.
Travel between: Weekends between 16 July – 17 September 2018.
Why we love it: As if you needed another reason to visit Australia’s foodie capital, the Majestic Roof Garden Hotel’s restaurant, Culshaws, brings some of South Australia’s best local produce to their brekky buffet. Barossa Valley bacon, MOO yoghurt from Adelaide, Berenberg condiments straight from the Hills – taste the very best of SA all in one place. If you’re lucky, you might even find a fresh jam donut (but you’ll have to get in quick!).
ADINA APARTMENT HOTEL ADELAIDE TREASURY
ADELAIDE
Deal: Free à la carte breakfast for two people every day of stay.
Book between: 16 – 23 July 2018.
Travel between: 16 July – 17 September 2018.
Why we love it: Avo lovers, rejoice – we’ve found one the tastiest smashed avos in town. Complete with almond dukkah and feta, start the day right in the Adina restaurant’s courtyard garden. After a lighter start? We get it – you do have to save room for the Adelaide Central Markets down the road. Try the peanut butter and honey granola instead.
WA
THE MELBOURNE HOTEL
PERTH
Deal: Free à la carte breakfast for two people every day of stay.
Book between: 16 – 23 July 2018.
Travel between: 16 July – 17 September 2018.
Why we love it: The Melbourne Hotel has been serving up character and culture in Perth since 1897. After a complete revamp, the hotel reopened in April this year with five new in-house eateries. Check out the timeless à la carte breakfast menu in the Conservatory and make sure you save room for one of their baked in-house pastries!
STAY MARGARET RIVER
MARGARET RIVER
Deal: Free à la carte breakfast for two people staying two nights or more.
Book between: 16 – 23 July 2018.
Travel between: 16 July – 17 September 2018.
Why we love it: Stay Margaret River’s Willow Grill will set you up for a perfect day of exploring the Margaret River Region. Map out your vineyard trail while you enjoy some eggs Atlantic or a stack of Belgian waffles with cream and made-with-love berry compote.
NT
RAMADA ZEN QUARTER DARWIN
DARWIN
Deal: Free buffet breakfast for two people every day of stay.
Book between: 16 – 23 July 2018.
Travel between: 16 July – 30 December 2018.
Why we love it: Perched above Tiger Brennan Drive, the cool décor and laidback vibes of the Ramada Zen Quarter’s Horizen Cafe match its dreamy sunrise views of Darwin Harbour and Francis Bay. Make the most of it by getting in early for brekky on the terrace. Horizen is a fave with both locals and visitors, and the buffet full of locally sourced goodies is a great way to kickstart a day of exploring.
RYDGES DARWIN CENTRAL
DARWIN
Deal: Free buffet breakfast for two people every day of stay.
Book between: 16 – 23 July 2018.
Travel between: 16 July – 30 December 2018.
Why we love it: Start your day right with a full plate (or two) and a caffeine hit at Rydges Darwin’s Rise restaurant. With everything you need to fuel a fun, busy day (hash browns and fruit parfaits are a healthy source of energy, right?), you’ll be all set to make the most of your time in Darwin.
H HOTEL
DARWIN
Deal: Free à la carte breakfast for two people every day of stay.
Book between: 16 – 23 July 2018.
Travel between: 16 July – 31 October 2018.
Why we love it: Savoury? Sweet? H Hotel’s D Restaurant has got you covered either way. Crowd favourites include the Italian omelet (because chorizo and melted cheese is always a good combo), while the decadent buttermilk pancakes are a hit with sweet tooths. Soak up the balmy Darwin weather by dining alfresco-style by the pool, or sit inside if you prefer air-con comfort.
