“A simple lodge on the remote Groote Eylandt, with traditional bungalows boasting garden & sea-facing decks. Classic interiors have ocean-inspired artwork, bathtubs and bright textiles. Famed for its fishing charters & adventurous island tours, the lodge also has a refreshing pool & good restaurant.”

Recommended for

  • Hideaway

    • The only lodge of its kind on Groote Eylandt, this is a rare hideaway for adventurers in a remote part of the Northern Territory
  • Fishing

    • Private fishing safaris are fabulous, with reef, bluewater & estuary fishing suitable for beginners or experienced anglers
  • Learning

    • Discover Groote Eylandt by 4WD, touring historic buildings, seeing ancient cave paintings & admiring endemic flora
  • Back to Nature

    • A nature-focused escape, known for its fantastic fishing charters & outdoorsy island tours
  • Other Activities

    • Stroll through the unspoilt grounds of the hotel in the early morning or late afternoon
  • Great walks

    • Hike through forests of native flora to see sparkling waterfalls and spot myraid birds
  • On the beach

    • Bear in mind that the sea is not safe for swimming due to jellyfish and crocodiles
  • Restaurant

    • Feast on fresh, seasonal cuisine at Seagrass Restaurant & Bar
  • On an island

    • On Groote Eylandt, in the Northern Territory
  • Secluded setting

  • Remote

  • Eco

  • Quiet

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Outstanding location

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Full of character

  • Good wine list

  • Whirlpool Bathtub

  • Views

  • Mountain biking

  • Air conditioning

  • Birdwatching

  • Charming

  • Traditional

  • Wildlife Area

  • Beach nearby

  • Child friendly

  • Gym

  • Golf

  • Sea Views

  • Spa

Facilities

  • Rooms

    60 rooms in this hotel
  • Bar

    Sip cracking cocktails, Australian wines and superb craft beers — often on tap — at the Seagrass Bar
  • Restaurant

    Feast on fresh, seasonal cuisine at Seagrass Restaurant & Bar
  • Garden

    25 beachfront hectares
  • Parking

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Good wine list

  • Whirlpool Bathtub

  • Spa

  • Swimming Pool

  • Gym

  • Child friendly

  • Wifi

  • Air conditioning

Activities

  • Fishing

    • Private fishing safaris are fabulous, with reef, bluewater & estuary fishing suitable for beginners or experienced anglers
  • Learning

    • Discover Groote Eylandt by 4WD, touring historic buildings, seeing ancient cave paintings & admiring endemic flora
  • Other Activities

    • Stroll through the unspoilt grounds of the hotel in the early morning or late afternoon
  • Great walks

    • Hike through forests of native flora to see sparkling waterfalls and spot myraid birds
  • Mountain biking

  • Golf

  • Wildlife Area

  • Birdwatching

Map & Location

Other reviews

Groote Eylandt Lodge - Hotel Review

"A stylish, well-run beachfront resort on Australia’s third-biggest – but largely undiscovered – island that makes a great base for a sea fishing holiday and encounters with aboriginal communities."

Originally published by Telegraph Travel

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