Smiths Beach Resort is a fine choice if looking for instant access to soft white sands, a swimming pool and sun patio, pared-back though modern guestrooms, and the many vineyards of Margaret River Wine Region within easy reach.
Why you'll love it here
- A beach lovers paradise; set directly on the pristine gleaming white sandy Smith's Beach and overlooking the sparkling Indian Ocean
- Located along one of the Great Walks of Australia, Cape to Cape, private guided walks are available on part of the track
- Dine at Lamont's Restaurant, select produce from the gourmet deli and self-cater or have a chef cook for you in your accommodation
- All accommodations offer private terraces or balconies with outdoor dining and barbeques
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The namesake bay of Smiths Beach is just steps from the property and happens to be one of the area’s finest, a curve of soft sand that’s both dramatic and picturesque that’s also a popular spot for yoga as well as food festivals and music events too.
You then have excellent access to dozens of nearby wineries, tasting tours and long lunches while staying at Smiths Beach Resort, as first-class gastronomy is certainly big on the agenda here.
This is, in fact, a very laidback Margaret River resort, where in exchange for all-singing five-star facilities you instead have a modest central infinity pool, splash pond for kids, tennis courts and in-room massage plus yoga and cookery classes for fun, yet relaxing afternoons onsite. The modern and airy guestrooms (which feel more like self-contained abodes) all have a furnished balcony and most enjoy sea views, with larger options also featuring a lounge, multiple bedrooms and well-equipped kitchen for some extra independence – particularly good if travelling to Western Australia with children.
Perhaps one of the most memorable aspects of your time at Smiths Beach Resort, however, will be the gastronomic journey on offer, courtesy of head chef Kate Lamont. Her signature restaurant and deli are flagships of seasonal, locally sourced fine-dining food, showcasing the best of Aussie ingredients and international influences the country’s cuisine is known for. You can opt for wine-pairing taster menus with the help of an extensive cellar of labels, tuck into truffles, scallops and steak within the main restaurant or pre-order a gourmet meal to be delivered to your room. And, given that Smiths Beach Resort is perfectly located for all kinds of day trips, bike rides and nature walks, a deluxe Lamont picnic hamper from the Deli & Café is surely too good to resist.
Room Options
The accommodation options at Smiths Beach Resort are more like fully fledged luxury self-catering apartments than guestrooms, with their furnished lounge areas and verandas (including a private BBQ), fully-equipped kitchens and gardens, flat-screen TVs and choice of multiple bedrooms if required, parking spaces outside your front door and even washer/dryer facilities too. They are also spacious, modern, comfortable and most enjoy sea views from their balconies – something that’s almost guaranteed in the higher categories, and if travelling to Australia as a family Beach Houses here range from two to four bedrooms, so you’ll have plenty of space to spread out in.
One-bedroom Beach Shack
The One-bedroom Beach Shacks at Smiths Beach Resort are supremely well-equipped, with all the in-room facilities, kitchen, lounge and driveway that you’d expect from the larger units; ideal for couples.
Two-bedroom Beach Shack
This is a good option for families, thanks to a separate lounge and dining area, second bedroom with bunk beds and a BBQ out on the porch too.
Split-level Apartment
For something a little bit different the Split-level Apartment is a great choice, with its master bedroom and en suite on one level, while your lounge area, kitchen and balcony are on the other – particularly good if making full use of the self-catering while here, to separate your dining and sleeping quarters.
Two-bedroom Garden Villa
These sizeable, split-level Two-bedroom Garden Villas offer all the independence and space of a private apartment; great for families with that (albeit modest) outdoor space and BBQ to make use of.
Two-bedroom Ocean View Villa
Similar in size and layout to their split-level Garden Villa equivalent, with only views of the ocean differing – best enjoyed from your private balcony if staying in one of these room options.
Three-bedroom Ocean View Villa
With some of the best coastal views, plenty of outdoor space up on the terrace, three bedrooms, a lounge, kitchen and two bathrooms, this Ocean View Villa category is one of the best around and ideal if travelling with the kids for an extended stay.
Three-bedroom Beach House
Great for bigger families or small groups, the three bedrooms and three bathrooms – as well as all other home-from-home comforts and facilities – found in these luxurious Beach Houses offer the ultimate in privacy, independence and comfort, with instant access to the bay and sea views to boot.
Four-bedroom Beach House
With two separate lounge areas, multiple bedrooms and bathrooms, dining space, outdoor areas and terraces, a complete kitchen, tons of light thanks to whole walls of French windows and top views all around, the Four-bedroom Beach House at Smiths Beach Resort has the lot.Facilities/Amenities
Smiths Beach Resort has a nice selection of onsite comforts to enjoy between outings, though the wider Margaret River region is always crying out to be explored while here. The property orientates around a central infinity pool, sun terrace and separate splash pond for kids; there’s also a tennis court and in-room massage available if in need of a little downtime. You then have plenty of parking, Wi-Fi throughout the property and concierge-style services from the reception staff and waiting team too.
Restaurants & Bars
Lamont’s Restaurant
Your dining experience at Smiths Beach Resort is in the safe hands of executive chef Kate Lamont, who specialises in seasonal, locally sourced, grown and caught produce to create truly captivating fine-dining cuisine, with a distinct Aussie twist. Think slow-baked feta with lavender honey and cumin chickpeas, seared scallops and kaffir lime leaves or aged fillet steak coated in truffle butter; every plate on every changeable menu is just heavenly; the hotel’s extensive wine cellar will also ensure a perfectly paired glass with every course.
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Lamont’s Deli & Café
Further dining options at Smiths Beach Resort come at Lamont’s Deli & Café, where you can pick up a freshly brewed coffee, cakes and artisan breads, a pre-prepared feast to enjoy in the privacy of your room or, if heading out on a day trip, why not request a special gourmet hamper from the Deli to take with you? Magic.
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Activities & Entertainment
One of the hotel’s greatest features is its proximity to Smiths Beach itself, a long stretch of wild white sand cushioned by emerald seas (which can get a little windswept at times) on one side, and rough shrubland on the other. Smiths Beach is a real attraction around the Margaret River region and popular for yoga, boat trips and even foodie festivals or music events that are sometimes held on the bay. Mountain biking, expert cookery classes, 4x4 off-road drives and wildlife walks, snorkelling, caving, horse riding and wine tasting tours to any of the dozens of vineyards which surround Western Australia, are also highly recommended pastimes here
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- Time zone: +8 GMT
- Flight time: 17 hours - 23 hours
- Recommended airlines: British Airways, Emirates, Qantas, Singapore Airlines
- Currency: Australian Dollar
- Tipping guideline: Optional, but not expected
- Health considerations: No major health risks. There is no risk of yellow fever in Australia, however, yellow fever vaccination is required for travellers arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
- Capital: Canberra
- Population: 2.66995e+007
- National languages: English
- Electricity and plugs: Type I (V), 230V
- Mobile phone coverage: Good coverage
- UK passport visa requirements: You need a visa for Australia if you have a British passport - apply online
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