Hotels in Western Australia, Australia

Western Australia sprawls across the country's entire western third, with a Mediterranean climate that brings hot, dry summers (averaging 86°F/30°C in Perth) and mild, rainy winters (around 64°F/18°C). It's famous for its 12,500 kilometers of coastline, where you can swim with whale sharks at Ningaloo Reef from March to July, or hike through the ancient karri forests of Pemberton in the cooler months. If you prefer city vibes, Perth's summer festivals and rooftop bars contrast with the surreal, otherworldly Pinnacles Desert just two hours north-best explored at sunrise when the limestone spires cast long shadows.