Secluded Luxury
The All-Inclusive, Luxury Eco-Lodge on Christmas Island
Glamping Redefined
Nestled in the Christmas Island National Park, surrounded by wildlife and overlooking the ever-changing ocean, Swell Lodge is the world’s most exclusive eco-lodge: Just two, glass-fronted, solar-powered, luxury eco-chalets offering all-inclusive packages with daily guided activities and even a private French chef, serving gourmet cuisine created from fresh local produce – just for you. Read More
"Life is too short to miss Swell Lodge. Falling asleep with the stars, sleeping to the ocean, delicious meals, amazing tours and the most knowledgeable of staff made it beyond brilliant. Our souls are richer for our visit to Christmas Island." ~ M. Cole, Swell Lodge Guests - Nov 2018
"Wow! So much more than just a once in a lifetime destination. Exceptional service, amazing cuisine, personalised guided walks from rainforest to beaches and magnificent birdlife. 5 Stars to the entire Swell Lodge team! ☆☆☆☆☆" ~ Lorraine Lovatt, Swell Lodge Guest - July 2018
"We've enjoyed everything about this unique remote paradise!" ~ B & J Rodgers, Swell Lodge Guests - Sept 2018
"Christmas Island is Australia’s best kept secret and Swell Lodge is the jewel in the crown, an absolutely fabulous place to stay and experience the Island's treasures!" ~ P. Perrett, Swell Lodge Guest - Dec 2018
"Thanks to the friendly and kind Team of Swell Lodge for this awesome experience, showing us secret places and cooking delicious meals. The swell is relaxing and the view is priceless. We were lucky to hit the right time for the red crab migration!" ~ A. Senter, Swell Lodge Guest - Nov 2018
"I have been to many places on this Earth and Christmas Island is one of the most fantastic." ~ DICK SMITH, Aussie adventurer & entrepreneur
"What a wonderful experience for our kids - and ourselves! The birds, crabs, lizards and plants are amazing. The Swell Lodge team took such good care of us!" ~ Cole Family, Swell Lodge Guests - Nov 2018
"The attention to detail and quality of every aspect of our week was exceptional and gave us the best experience of this Australian treasure that we could have ever dreamt of, in the comfort of true seclusion. When you visit Swell Lodge it is just you and your guide on beautiful deserted beaches, peaceful forest tracks amongst the crabs and a personal chef preparing you beautiful meals cooked in front of you in the isolated peace of Swell Lodge. Words cannot truly give justice to this experience!" ~ R. Jaques, Swell Lodge Guest - Dec 2018
"Sitting on the deck watching the sun set over the ocean we really felt like we were the only people on the planet! We feel so very fortunate to have experienced the magic of Swell Lodge. You had a vision and you've absolutely nailed it! We'll be back!" ~ Dan & Jahna ~ Swell Lodge Guests, March 2019.
"Wonderful to return and enjoy this island in the wet season. You have excelled again! Thank you! Swell Lodge is the perfect Getaway!" ~ Lorraine Lovatt, Swell Lodge Repeat Guest, March 2019
"We initially came to see the red crab migration but have gained so much more than we hoped for thanks to Swell Lodge! Words like amazing and incredible are not enough to express what this entire experience has given to us! Thank you again, we absolutely loved being here!" ~ Lindsay & Jana, Swell Lodge Guests - Dec 2018
Australia's best-kept secret
Escape to nature
Christmas Island rises from the saphire-blue depths of the Indian Ocean and is covered with an emerald-green rainforest. It's alive with rare an unusual birds, crabs and world-class snorkelling, diving and freediving - it really is Australia's best-kept secret. Swell Lodge is the perfect place to escape and reconnect with nature, with your family, or with yourself.
More Than Eco-Friendly
We're all about being sustainable and environmentally-friendly at Swell Lodge and we're very proud of our world-class eco accreditations, activities, systems and other fancy stuff, going above and beyond.