I’ve already told you about backpacker hostels and campsites. Here I’ll talk about motels, serviced apartments, cabins and cottages.
A standard motel unit has an en-suite (shower and toilet), fridge and electric hot water jug. Free coffee, tea, milk and biscuits are usually provided as part of the service. Many motels have restaurants.
Serviced apartments have a day room, bedroom(s) en-suite and kitchen. The larger accommodate six of more people. The cost per person can be less than a backpacker hostel and you can save money by doing your own cooking.
Cabins are available in many campsites and some non-camping resorts. They have the same general amenities as serviced apartments and vary from basic to luxurious.
Cottages are available in many areas that have experienced a decline in population. They are usually rented for an extended period (rather than overnight) and are one of my wife’s favourites. Advance booking is recommended.
Outside school holidays you can generally find overnight accommodation in the larger centres without forward booking. This means you can turn up and look for a good deal but don’t leave it too late (after 5pm, say). If you are travelling in a busy period or visiting a remote location, secure accommodation at least a day in advance.
Serviced apartments, North Queensland
Rental cottage, rural Queensland

Cabin, Northern Territory
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