Perched above Lovers Bay on UNESCO‑listed Lord Howe Island, Capella Lodge is a boutique retreat that blends barefoot luxury with an unobtrusive connection to nature. With just nine suites, it offers an intimate, understated escape framed by mountain peaks, native bushland and the turquoise lagoon below.
Guests arrive by plane, then settle into spaces that echo the island’s palette – natural timber, soft neutrals, open terraces and large glass windows that let the landscape into every room. The restaurant and bar, styled like a modern beach house, serve fresh island produce and seafood, with menus that shift to reflect local seasons.
Wellness is woven into the experience: a discreet spa offers tailored massages, facials and body rituals using LI’TYA or botanical ingredients of the region. Outside, walking trails, snorkelling, kayaking and biking let guests explore Lord Howe’s rare biodiversity. At sunset, a drink on your deck next to the sound of waves is enough to reset any city pace.
