The Luxury Lodge Market 2025

Luxury lodges are a top performing segment of the hotel market, driven by strong demand from affluent domestic and international travellers. Notable examples include: Bedarra Island, Saffire Freycinet, Longitude 131° and Huka Lodge.

A few highlights for investors, lenders and operators in the sector:

• Luxury lodges offer curated experiences with premium wellness and dining that caters to the needs of rising number of global HNW individuals.  
• Revenue per occupied room is up 59% since 2018 (pre-COVID).
• Profit margins have increased by 54% over the same period.
• The sector is attracting growing foreign investment, drawn by a vibrant tourism landscape, a stable and transparent market and attractive returns.
• Global growth in high-net-worth individuals and demand for immersive, experience-led travel.