Escape to Beachcomber Lodge, where coastal charm and modern convenience blend. Relax in the garden, get lost in a book from the library, or enjoy bike rentals and free WiFi. With express check-in and concierge services at your fingertips, previous guests rave about their seamless stay.
Located just 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from the airport, Beachcomber Lodge offers a free shuttle (available on request). Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Beachcomber, which serves local cuisine and offers garden views. A bar/lounge and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.
At a glance
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Hotel size
8 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Express check-in/out available
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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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
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Children
Up to 2 children (3 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Transfers
Free airport shuttle on request (during limited hours)*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Beach nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Beach towels
Facilities
Built in 1912
Garden
Picnic area
Library
Banquet hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
60-cm flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Furnished patio
Freshen up
Shower only
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Stovetop
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Beachcomber - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in local cuisine.
Fees & policies
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Beachcomber Lodge Lord Howe Island
Beachcomber Lodge
Beachcomber Lord Howe Island
Beachcomber Lodge Lodge
Beachcomber Lodge Lord Howe Island
Beachcomber Lodge Lodge Lord Howe Island
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Beachcomber Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Beachcomber Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Beachcomber Lodge?
Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Beachcomber Lodge?
You can check in starting at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Beachcomber Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and snorkeling. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Does Beachcomber Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished patio.
What's the area around Beachcomber Lodge like?
Beachcomber Lodge is a short 14-minute walk from Lagoon Beach and 15 minutes' walk from Middle Beach.
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Reviews
Beachcomber Lodge Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.0
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
9.0
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2023
Lovely quiet place with a garden. Has everything one needs for a comfortable stay
Natalia
Natalia, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 28, 2023
Our stay at Beachcomber Lodge was simply fantastic! Highly recommended for a quiet and comfortable stay on Lord Howe Island. Gary and Paul were incredibly helpful and made sure our stay was easy, relaxing and our best holiday yet at Lord Howe Island.
Rebecca
Rebecca, 7-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 30, 2025
Very surprised when a staff / driver member welcome me at the airport which I did not expect room spacious and clean also very accommodating when my flight had been cancelled.
Big tip bring plenty of bread to feed the fish amazing experience in the lagoon just a short walk.
Gavin
Gavin, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2023
The property was nestled in the bush with lots of birdsong in the mornings, plenty of lovely sunshine to enjoy out on the verandah - so peaceful! - and incredible staff. Paul made the trip so easy!
Lucy
Lucy, 6-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 24, 2024
Paul picks you up at the airport, takes you back to the airport. He also makes your reservations for dinner and drives you to dinner! The restaurant drives you back to your hotel!
Jennifer
Jennifer, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 14, 2023
Fairly basic accommodations but well suited to the vibe of the island
alan
alan, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 7, 2023
Beachcomber was perfect for my stay… a great little kitchenette to prepare easy meals if you want a quick brekkie before a hike… close to Ned’s… clean… Paul was always around to help with anything… would definitely stay again!
Catherine
Catherine, 10-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 23, 2023
Great location. Very helpful and friendly staff. Clean, well maintained and a perfect location to explore the island. Loved our stay. 🙂
Paul
Paul, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2023
Pick up from the airport right on time, also taking us back. Good explanation about where everything is on the island. Staff was friendly and very helpful. Thank you!
Emil
Emil, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 22, 2024
Very tired around the area and gardens certainly needed tidying up.
Maria
Maria, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 10, 2024
The best feature was our host, Paul. He was always available, knowledgeable, attended to issues, made suggestions, reservations & drove us wherever we wanted to go, regardless of the time. He’s an extremely valuable employee & would be very hard to replace. Beachcomber is rated 3-Star so don’t expect room service. Riding push bikes up the hill is a killer. The walls are thin so you can hear everything going on in the next room. The grounds are beautifully maintained, beds comfy, relaxing verandah, kitchenette & bathroom great. We enjoyed our stay.
Peter
Peter, 7-night trip
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6/10 Good
Feb 12, 2023
Average - with some ups and downs
The lodge is located, like many in Lord Howe Island, up a hill which requires hiring a bicycle or a 10 to 15 minute walk to get to the restaurants to eat or beaches to swim. There are no views from the rooms or the lodge, but they do have a very nice garden. The room was typical average Lord Howe basic / minimal - not unattractive, but very basic. It was generally clean. Like almost all accommodation on Lord Howe, there is no airconditioning, and given the constant high humidity on the island, staying in the room during the day is mostly unbearable.
On the downside, the bathroom smelled of sewerage (septic tanks?), the basin constantly clogged up with water (did not drain), there was no facecloth provided, the TV signal was hopelessly fuzzy (though Youtube worked fine), and sound came in from the adjacent rooms, moreso than any other hotel I have ever stayed in.
The accommodation would be very expensive compared to other accommodation of this standard in Australia ... but perhaps not so for Lord Howe, where everything is about 50% more than the mainland.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2022
Beachcomber was the perfect holiday stay for Lord Howe . Set in tranquil tropical gardens where it was quiet and peaceful the hotel was within easy walking distance to Ned’s beach and town cafes Paul the manager went out of his way to make sure we had everything we needed With clean rooms very comfortable beds a lovely verandah and all amenities for cooking we were very happy with our stay at Beachcombers No need to spend $10,000 a night haha
Sarah
Sarah, 6-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jan 27, 2022
The property was not good value for money. For the amount I paid for the room, I would have expected much better service. The rooms were not cleaned during my stay and guests are discouraged from asking for assistance from the single staff member. On the plus side, the rooms are large and cool and the garden is lovely.
Martin
Martin, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Jun 22, 2021
The staff Paul was very helpful and kind. However, the facilities were not adequate and outdated. In the pandemic, the lodge's policy expressed the daily clean services would not be provided. Hence, the room became not fresh, not polished and not tidy. The policy threaten we needed to clean the bins, made room clean, otherwise additional cost would be charged. I believe I paid premium fees to stay in the lodge. Why should I perform a maid's service to stay there?
Verified traveler
5-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 7, 2021
The room was clean and had everything we needed. It was a bit tricky to find staff if we needed something, but when we did they were great.
Verified traveler
6-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 6, 2021
Good clean rooms close to neds beach and not too far from town. Polite and courteous service and local knowledge
Verified traveler
4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2021
We loved our stay at Beachcomber. Highly recommend
Henry
Henry, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 20, 2020
Lodge close by Ned’s beach
This is a nice lodge near Ned’s beach. Gary the owner very kindly showed us around on the way from the airport, and allowed early access and a late check out which we hugely appreciated. If you wish to dine at another restaurant Gary provides complementary shuttle and the restaurant drops you home. Lord Howe Island is truly magical, highly recommend.
Catherine
Catherine, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 2, 2020
Gary who manages tbe propertywas very helpful in sorting out any issues we had. We had a problem withtv reception on day 1 and quickly arranged another tv. The food at t he restaurant was very good - great pizza! The room was tidied every day which was a surprise - particularlyhaving rubbish removed from the kitchenette to avoid attracting ants and coachroaches - important given the room is at ground level. Gary's knowlege of the natural environment on tge island was very useful and he was always keen to share an I nteresting story with us which made us feel very welcome.
Verified traveler
6-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 25, 2019
Very welcoming guests, peaceful setting amongst the trees and birds, short distance to Neds beach and others, walks and shops/Restaurants. Will definitely come back another time
Verified traveler
8-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 13, 2019
We had a great stay and Beachcombers, Gary and his team were very welcoming.
Verified traveler
9-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2018
Close to everything amazing place
Best experiences ever back to nature perfect for solo traveler being female I always felt safe
Verified traveler
7-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2018
A good sized unit with great facilities, a shame the dining room wasn't open for breakfast
wendy
wendy, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 29, 2017
nice mid range accommodation. Comfortable. Lovely
Were informed when we booked that there would be free wifi. Not the case. Were informed that they had not offered free wifi for some time.