Last Updated on 30 January 2025 by Ariana Svenson
Looking for the best Margaret River glamping options? There are many places to stay in Margaret River; you are truly spoiled for choice.
Glamping (‘glamorous camping’) lets you go off the grid, escape the stress of everyday life and soak up the wonderful Australian nature without sacrificing luxury or comfort.
It’s a great way to learn if you like sleeping under the stars. Or perhaps you want to glam among the famous Western Australian wildflowers? Glamping Margaret River is an amazing experience. Below are some of the top options for glamping in Margaret River!
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Our Top Pick Olio Bello’s Lakeside Glamping tick all the boxes for our family; book your next weekend getaway amongst the olive groves; and not far from Gracetown’s beach. Main photo, courtesy Olio Bello & Frances Andrijich
Understanding the Margaret River region
The Margaret River wine region is famous worldwide for world-class waves, fine dining and the city of Busselton in the North, and Margaret River town in the centre.
In addition, several sizeable towns, villages and localities are sprinkled around the Margaret River region, and people who aren’t familiar with the area make the mistake of saying, “They are in Margaret River.”
Well, I’m here to say they are NOT really in Margaret River. If you book accommodation in the North (say in Dunsborough, Yallingup or Busselton) and you want to spend time near the big waves of Prevelly or at the wineries around Margaret River town, you will spend a LOT of time in the car each day. (eg Busselton to Prevelly Beach is about 50 minutes drive one way, in good traffic!)
Augusta is a charming seaside village right to the south of the Margaret River Wine region. While its ocean views are spectacular, it’s not as accessible to the wineries and activities around Margaret River Town. (Augusta is about 1 hours and 15 minutes’ drive south of Busselton!!!)
It makes sense to get an understanding of what you want to see and do – when booking where you want to stay, hence this explanation of where the towns are, before we delve into this summary of glamping options in the broader Margaret River area!
Why Go Glamping in the Margaret River Region
The Margaret River Region, renowned for its wine, surf, and natural beauty, offers an immersive experience that’s only made better with glamping.
Here are five amazing reasons to go glamping in this beautiful part of Western Australia:
- Nature Meets Luxury: Glamping allows you to be close to the nature of Margaret River without compromising on comfort. Enjoy luxuries like hot showers and plush bedding, then step straight into nature.
- An Eco-Friendly Experience: Many glamping sites prioritise sustainability. Staying in an eco-conscious tent means reducing your carbon footprint while still enjoying the region’s wonders.
- More Privacy: Glamping often offers secluded spots rather than being confined to a hotel room in a bustling centre, ensuring peace and privacy. This makes it an ideal choice for romantic getaways, family adventures or reflective solo trips away from the crowds.
- The Accommodation is the experience: sometimes we stay in accommodation in a utilitarian way; the hotel is a place to sleep and shower… but I love that glamping is the experience itself, so we can take it easy and hang about for hours, connecting as family/ or as a couple, as the case may be.
- Un-plugging; While the situation varies, some of these glamping experiences are unplugged which means its time to get the books out, enjoy roasting marshmellows around the campfire, or a cosy game of cards. That’s what holidays are all about!
Permanent Fixtures VS Moveable Glamping Tents – Which One to Choose?
When you’re booking a glamping trip, there are two main options to choose from – Permanent fixtures and moveable tents.
Moveable tents are booked through a glamping company and pitched wherever you please, whether on a campsite, near a beach or in your friend’s backyard.
Moveable tents add an element of customization and offer a fresh backdrop for your glamping adventure. You can normally add on extras such as a hamper, bike hire or added luxury when booking.
On the other hand, permanent fixtures are tents located at a glamping site booked similarly to how you would book a hotel.
Permanent fixtures, entrenched at specific sites, offer a seamlessly integrated experience. These accommodations often include on-site cafes, guest laundry, and other amenities.
We’ve covered both options in the article so you can know all the available options.
The Best Margaret River Glamping Options in 2023 – Permanent Fixtures
Whether you want a luxury glamping experience or to experience glamping and having your own private spot amongst olive groves, there are plenty of options available in the Margaret River area. Here are our top picks:
1. Two Blind Cows
Location: 1193 Osmington Rd, Prevelly
Two Blind Cows is a very small Margaret River glamping spot with just four eco-friendly tents with all the amenities you would need for the perfect glamping stay.
You’ll have your own private bathroom with a luxurious shower, hairdryer and soft cotton towels. The rooms have a queen bed with high-quality linen, bathrobes and handmade toiletries.
You’ll also get a private, well-equipped kitchenette.
At Two Blind Cows from your luxury glamping tent you’ll have views of the native bush and farmland.
Additional Info:
Tents can accommodate two people.
View prices for Two Blind Cows on their website
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2. Olio Bello Lakeside Glamping
Location: 36 Armstrong Rd, Cowaramup
Olio Bello Lakeside Glamping is a luxury experience set on a 130-hectare organic farm with olive groves. The sixteen eco-friendly glamping tents are safari-inspired.
They have a medley of excellent amenities often seen in a luxury hotel room – think private en-suite, spacious sunset viewing decks and farm-made produce to enrich the experience.
The glamping tents also have a scenic backdrop of a lake.
Amongst the olive trees and the passionate feel, you’ll discover their Café Restaurant, serving delicious pasta meals and starters of bread with olive oil, and an elegant gift shop featuring an excellent Organic Beauty range and a gourmet tasting room offering generous portions.
On-site, you’ll also find a farm shop. You will have access to shared BBQs and lawn games.
Olio Bello Lakeside glamping is just a stone’s throw from the fantastic beaches of Gracetown and some of the best wineries in Margaret River.
If you wish to conjure the Mare Nostrum in Margs, lakeside glamping might be the shot.
Additional Information:
- A daily breakfast hamper is provided.
- The bungalows are child-friendly, but you must bring your own cot.
- One bungalow is wheelchair accessible.
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3. Willow Wood Glamping Retreat
Location: 381 Ambergate Rd, Ambergate
The newly opened Willow Wood Glamping retreat is for ADULTS ONLY and is Busselton’s first glamping accommodation option. It consists of 10 tents located on a beautiful 100-acre farm.
Each glamping tent is crafted and styled by the renowned local interior designer Jacqui Withers from Ocean and Earth.
Every tent has vintage and Italian linens, natural fibre rugs over timber floors, plush lounges and armchairs, and modish electric fires. Every detail is geared towards providing maximum comfort and privacy.
If you’re looking for a holistic experience, you can treat yourself to professional massage therapy, available exclusively in a specially dedicated treatment tent. The retreat also has Australian botanical spa products.
Willow Wood Glamping Retreat has a fantastic location, just a 15-minute drive from Busselton Jetty and the airport (Jetstar runs three flights per week between Busselton and Melbourne!)
The retreat is also a comfortable 35-minute ride to Margaret River town centre. If you’d prefer to explore the surrounding nature, you’ll be close to Ambergate Nature Reserve.
Additional Info:
- Convenient and secure guest parking is available, with the retreat being a 2.5-hour drive from Perth.
- A complimentary breakfast board with local produce awaits you on their first morning.
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4. Margaret River Retreat
Location: 11117 Bussell Hwy, Forest Grove
Margaret River Retreat is another small but fantastic Margaret River glamping site. The glamping village has ten glamping tents spaced around the farm’s private paddocks.
This is a very eco-friendly glamping site kitted out with sustainable furnishings.
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5. RAC Margaret River Nature Park
Location: Wooditjup National Park, Carters Rd, Bramley
The RAC Nature Park is a fantastic glamping spot in the heart of Wooditjup National Park. The permanent safari tents sleep up to 6 people and have one double bed and two bunk beds.
So, if you’re looking for a peaceful glamping experience surrounded by nature, this is the place for you – keep in mind that this is a more conventional camping experience than some of the other glamping opportunities on the list Here, you’ll be just steps away from some world-class walking and biking trails.
The accommodation is also just a short walk from the town centre, with Margaret River Brewhouse on the route – as well as the Margaret River Distilling Company (of Giniversity fame!)
There are a variety of glamping options available. The traditional safari tents sleep up to 7 guests and include a double bed and two single bunk beds. You can also book a ‘modern safari tent’ with six guests.
There are many things to do at the site, from enjoying a game of table tennis and hiring a bike to visiting the on-site cafe with locally produced foods. BBQ facilities and a shared camp kitchen are also available.
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Yallingup Lodge and Spa Retreat
Location: 40 Hemsley Rd, Yallingup
If you want to mix a spa experience with being surrounded by nature and exploring Margaret River, Yallingup Lodge is the choice for you.
The fully powered site features a rainwater shower, an open kitchen and yoga mats. You can also utilize the guest lounge with a 25m pool, therapeutic colouring and a vinyl collection.
There is also an option for an a la carte breakfast each morning. A sip menu is also available, offering chilled cocktails and French champagne.
The on-site OM Spa offers Ayurvedic, western spa, and natural alternative therapies and uses the finest organic products.
Additional Info:
- This is an ADULTS ONLY Option
- View the best things to do in Yallingup here.
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6. Surfpoint Resort Glamping Tents, Prevelly
Location: 12 Riedle Drive, Gnarabup Beach, Margaret River
The glamping tents at the Surf Point Resort are located just a 3-minute walk from the beach and in a resort with all the amenities you could ever need, including an outdoor pool.
The luxury canvas bell tents come very well equipped. If you don’t feel like cooking on holiday, luxury hampers and catering packages can also be added to your booking; what more could you need to enjoy the great outdoors?
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7. Mile End Glamping, Yelverton
Location: Mile End, 76 Yelverton Rd, Yelverton
Mile End Glamping is in the perfect spot for a weekend away for a more extended trip – and is not exactly a ‘camping trip.’!
Mile End Glamping offers light-filled geodesic domes, a private outdoor bathroom, and stunning views. You can experience the modern comforts of a plush hotel room whilst immersing yourself in nature on the gorgeous 144-acre estate – with no sacrifices.
The geodesic domes are designed for two people and feature a king-size bed, adjacent deck, private outdoor bath and BBQ and a stunning private deck.
This is truly a high-end, luxurious experience. Located 20 minutes north of Margaret River, Mile End offers the perfect Margaret River glamping experience.
Mile End Glamping is located just 2.5 hours south of Perth. Located ideally between Margaret River, Dunsborough WA, and Busselton, it is the perfect base for wine tours, beach visits, and local attractions.
Additional Info:
- Gourmet food hampers are available to order.
- You can book Olsen’s Catering to cook and serve delicious food at your dome.
- Therapists can also be booked to visit your dome for a spa day experience.
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8. Discovery Holiday Park, Busselton
Location: 583-585 Bussell Hwy, Broadwater
As well as other accommodation types, Discovery Holiday Park has super safari bell tents featuring a queen bed and two singles, a sofa, a TV, a kitchenette and a private bathroom. You’ll also have an outdoor sheltered dining area.
The park also has an indoor pool, a playground and beach access, so this is a great family option and as it is in a Discovery Park, is a more typical camping holiday experience.
Additional Info:
- Two nights minimum stay
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The Moveable Glamping Option: Margaret River Glamping Companies
Whether you’re set on Glamping in the Margaret River area, have a particular spot in mind, or want a truly unique experience with the option of added extras, have you considered moveable glamping tents?
Here are the fantastic companies that provide tents for glamping in the Margaret River region.
10. Wild Goose Camping
Wild Goose Camping allows you to fully customize your glamping experience, from the tent size to any extras you need.
They will pitch glamping tents in many locations, from private properties to campsites, beachside locations or farms between Margaret River and Yallingup.
The weatherproof canvas tents are furnished with outdoor furniture lighting, mattresses, bedding, linen and towels, as well as extra blankets.
Tents sleep 2-5 people. Various campsites are available to choose from – or you can choose any location you please if you already have one sorted.
With Wild Goose Glamping, you choose the location, and they set up the palatial bell tents with fluffy duvets, cushions, rugs and sheepskins.
This is a beautiful chance to camp while staying in eclectic comfort. There are different sizes of tents to choose from, depending on your family size.
View prices for Wild Goose Camping on their website
11. Soul Camping
Soul Camping brings luxury to what would have been a traditional camping experience. They will go where you want to camp and set you up with a glamping tent complete with a gorgeous bed, luxury linen, pillows, side tables, lamps, outdoor furniture – you name it.
You can turn up as if it were your hotel room, and everything has already been done for you. The service is available from Busselton to Margaret River.
Different packages are available, starting with a 4m bell tent that sleeps up to 3 people. A 5m tent sleeping five people is also an option.
Different luxe packages can also be booked, from extra luxuries such as a bar, fridge, handmade soaps, tea and coffee to a complete glam package.
You can also add on things like a chef’s package – for all the cooking utensils and BBQ options, you may need a fire pit and extras such as bikes, surfboards and fishing equipment.
Additional Info:
- Family Packages are available
- Minimum 2-night booking
View prices for Soul Camping on their website
See reviews for Sould Camping on TripAdvisor
Travelling with a pet? Check out our Totally Woofable! Dog & Pet-Friendly Accommodation In Margaret River. Interested in more Western Australia glamping locations, read Amazing Western Australia Glamping Ideas to Inspire.
And if you haven’t already, be sure to check out our Margaret River Walking Trails and family weekend getaways in Perth. Dive into our blog posts for even more inspiration and start planning your next adventure.
The Verdict: Glamping – Margaret River Region
There are some FANTASTIC options for glamping in Margaret River and enjoying the great outdoors, whatever trip type you plan. There are so many unique places on this list where you can immerse yourself in the nature of the Margaret River area without sacrificing on the creature comforts.
You can stay off the grid or be in nature at a destination with ample facilities like spas, pools and on-site cafes. Whichever glamping tents in Margaret River you choose, you’ll have a fantastic time.
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