Dunsborough
South West House
A new hotel, restaurant and wellness destination on Dunn Bay Road in Dunsborough, with bookings now open for its announced summer 2026 opening.
Bookings now openWhere things stand
South West House is a forthcoming Dunsborough hotel designed as a gathering place for the local community and a base for South West travellers. The official regional tourism listing now promotes bookings for its announced summer 2026 opening.
Timing
South West House and the regional tourism listing state an opening in summer 2026, with bookings now open. A June 2026 report about its wellness partner says the hotel is expected to open in December 2026; South West House has not independently confirmed that month or a specific opening day.
Source: Project or planning source · Checked 13 October 2026
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What is taking shape
South West House is a 54-room Dunsborough hotel, with rooms, studios and suites, alongside dining, wellness and event spaces. The regional tourism listing describes a central courtyard connecting the restaurant, bar, wellness facilities and communal spaces.
Opening and reservations
South West House and the regional tourism listing now state a summer 2026 opening and promote bookings. A June 2026 report about its wellness partner says the hotel is expected to open in December 2026. South West House itself has not independently confirmed December or a specific opening day, so confirm your stay dates directly with the hotel before making travel plans around the opening.
Why it matters for a Dunsborough stay
The hotel is on Dunn Bay Road in Dunsborough town rather than at a remote beach or vineyard. It may suit visitors wanting restaurants, shops and Geographe Bay close by; check the hotel’s actual room types, parking and opening arrangements when you book.
Sources: South West House · Margaret River Region Tourism listing · Urban List report on Heartwood Dunsborough · Checked 13 October 2026