Escape to Arajilla Retreat, nestled in the mountains. Savor a free full breakfast, then unwind with a manicure/pedicure at Ayurvedic Spa or explore the garden and library. With free in-room WiFi and helpful staff nearby, your stay will be nothing short of relaxing.
Located just 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from the airport, Arajilla Retreat offers a free shuttle (available 24 hours). You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a snack bar/deli, free bike rentals and a terrace.
At a glance
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Hotel size
12 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
No on-site parking
Free off-site parking nearby
Street parking available
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Transfers
Free airport shuttle (available 24 hours)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Private dining
Private picnics
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Beach access
Ecotours nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Scuba-diving nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Free bike hire
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Romance packages
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
Television
Home comfort
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Window screens
Laundry detergent
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Turndown service
Selected Comfort mattress
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Balcony
Individually furnished
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Champagne service
Coffee grinder
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Arajilla
Arajilla Lodge
Arajilla Lodge Lord Howe Island
Arajilla Lord Howe Island
Arajilla Retreat Hotel Lord Howe Island
Arajilla Retreat Hotel
Arajilla Retreat Lord Howe Island
Arajilla Retreat
Arajilla Retreat Hotel
Arajilla Retreat Lord Howe Island
Arajilla Retreat Hotel Lord Howe Island
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Arajilla Retreat?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Arajilla Retreat?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Arajilla Retreat?
Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Arajilla Retreat?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Arajilla Retreat and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Arajilla Retreat also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Arajilla Retreat?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
Does Arajilla Retreat have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Arajilla Retreat like?
Arajilla Retreat is a short 14-minute walk from Lagoon Beach and 6 minutes' walk from North Beach.
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Reviews
Arajilla Retreat Reviews
10
Exceptional
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10
Cleanliness
9.6
Location
9.8
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
23 February 2024
The food was incredible! James picked us up from the airport and showed us around the island which was really lovely and great to get an overview of what’s where.
Krisztina
Krisztina, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
17 October 2023
Exceptional service, food that is out-of-this-world and beautiful accommodations. The island itself is such a unique place to visit. Protected by UNESCO you can appreciate the place as nature intended. Best of all it’s not crowded so that often times you can explore the many beautiful beaches with only a small handful of people (if any).
Natasha
Natasha, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
1 October 2023
Relax in a world heritage site
A very relaxing stay which allowed us to get in touch with nature. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The manager who picked us up at the airport took us for a short tour of the island before we checked in. It set a tone for the stay.
Ravindra
Ravindra, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
19 November 2015
Love Lord Howe and Arajilla.
A beautiful location and great accommodation with incredible staff. Fantastic evening dining. Will surely return to Arajilla. First rate break in this idyllic setting.
Phillip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
2 January 2023
Manager was extremely helpful and knowledgable. Added to the already excellent experience.
Rhianedd
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
22 January 2026
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SEAN
SEAN, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
10 April 2025
Tolles Hotel mit super leckeren Essen! Gerne wieder!
Wolfgang
Wolfgang, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
23 November 2019
Picturesque and well located. Great low key friendly very efficient service
Verified traveller
5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
22 March 2019
well organized cuisine
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
27 February 2017
Best place to spend holidays at Lord Howe Island.
Staff and chef top!
Verified traveller
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10/10 Exceptional
6 February 2017
A Resort where you are treated as "special".
Our stay was all that we could have wished for! We could do lots, or nothing, as we wished. Meals were wonderfully presented and a delight to eat. The staff were young and enthusiastic to please our every whim. If we didn't want to walk, we could be driven where ever we wished to go and picked up again at a nominated time and place. Room service was prompt and well presented. The surrounding property is beautifully natural with winding paths through the Kentia palms and tropical gardens.
Other guests were rarely seen except at meal times or in the lounge and there was no intruding noise from the other units, although the property was full during our visit.
It was only a couple of minutes easy walk to the beach or the beginning of walks and hikes, which varied in length and difficulty, but always had wonderful views along the way. We loved Arajilla!
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Barbara
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
19 December 2016
A great spot
This is a lovely hotel set amongst a palm forest. The rooms are large and clean, and the service is excellent. Arajilla is only a few minutes walk to Settlement Beach where turtles are frequently seen.
Matthew
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
16 December 2016
A restful place to stay
Arajilla, being on Lord Howe Island, is only 2 hours from Sydney and just perfect. You are met at the airport by a member of the friendly staff and given a quick orientation tour of the island.
The rooms are lovely and clean with comfrotable beds.
The staff are friendly and very helpful.
The bikes provided are good to ride and comforable seats, with enough gears to get up the hills.
All food is included. The meals are fantastic and diverse. If required breakfast can be arranged early or a tray in your room, if you are leaving on a tour before 8 am.
Lunch can be eat in or sandwiches take away or even a BBQ.
Everything is fantastic and couldn't be better
Lynette
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
28 November 2016
Close to the heart of Lord Howe and the beaches.
Hotel staff and food were excellent. Easy to pop into the town by bike or walking. 500 Mb wifi included.
chuicanberra
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10/10 Exceptional
13 January 2016
getting away from it all
Unfortunately the weather was not great , but the hotel and the island lovely. We did a lot of bush walking, not as much snorkelling as we had hoped. Arajilla is located in a lovely area of the island although the island being small, everywhere is close. The food was good, some nights were great. Friendly staff but often have to ask for things more than once. Bikes are provided for getting around the island, and this is easy riding. We enjoyed the wildlife on the island. Mt Gower is the most challenging bush walk I have done, but a great sense of achievement when completed.Our room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. Also a very comfortable lounge area in your room,one TV channel available if you want to keep up with news and Movies are also available to watch.It was our first visit to Lord Howe Island and we were very happy with our choice to stay at Arajilla.
Verified traveller
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
4 October 2012
Facilities: Everything you could need; Service: Go the extra mile;
Lord Howe Island is fantastic, terrific scenery, very quiet, many walks, a great place to relax. Arajilla Retreat was well located and well appointed