The Louise, Beckons

The welcome we received was good and staff up out of the way to learn your names and gave a chat with you. The suites are a good size and have everything you need, the mini bar and wine which is included in your room rate is a nice touch. The menu with wine flite is a real treat and they do cater for special dietary requirements The location overlooking vines and fields is simply the best Our only slight observation is they are not really equipped for lake check outs and the only shower available is in the sauna and then we had to ask for products Note there is no longer a guest laundry

Our 2 night stay at The Louise was great! We enjoyed the use of the sauna and the pool after we arrived. The degustation menu and matching wines on both evenings were amazing! The waitress that looked after us was so lovely and knew all about the wines that were served. The flavours and presentation of the different courses was a credit to the chef. We ate out for lunch on one of the days and the food did not compare to what was served at The Louise! The rooms are comfortable and the drinks and food provided in the mini bar including the wines and port were an extra touch and were enjoyed as we sat and looked across the nearby vineyards! We have stayed at other Beckons properties and have found them to be such a great base to enjoy the regions they are located in and for all the quality food and drink they select for their guests!

We had a really memorable 3-night stay at The Louise in Sept 2026. The personalised service and attention to detail made it much more than just a place to stay. In particular, the staff deserve special recognition – while there were too many to single out individually, each and every one of them was warm, professional, and genuinely seemed to enjoy being there. The food throughout our stay (all inclusive) was delicious: hearty breakfasts that set us up for the day; snacks in the room; pre-dinner canapes; four course degustation dinners with matched wines (with à la carte available for those who prefer). The team were very accommodating of our food preferences and were only too happy to modify the menus to provide us with delicious alternatives. We loved that the chefs personally presented some of the courses at our table. A special mention of the dessert on our final night (chocolate & mandarin) - possibly my favourite dessert of all time - pure magic! The setting is stunning — a great location in the heart of the Barossa Valley, making it an easy drive to wineries, distilleries, chocolate shops, cafés, and restaurants (though you may find you don’t need lunch given the breakfast). Our suite was spacious and luxurious, with very comfortable beds and pillows, a spacious bathroom (including a bathtub for relaxing), an outdoor courtyard and a second outdoor patio facing the vineyard and sunset. We enjoyed attending the additional signature experiences: a discussion on the art within the complex (all works by local artists) and a wine “Swirl Session” hosted by a nearby winery. Both were engaging and interesting. The turn down service was a lovely additional touch. While at dinner the team lit the fireplace, placed water on the bedside tables, hot water bottles on the bed, and prepared a teapot with herbal night tea ready for our return. The Louise is picturesque, peaceful, and luxurious – and delivered with genuinely hospitality. We truly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend it for anyone looking for a special Barossa experience.

From the moment we arrived at The Louise until the time we reluctantly departed, every aspect of our stay exceeded our expectations. The room was absolutely beautiful, with the warmth and comfort of our own private home while still feeling incredibly luxurious. The bed was exceptionally comfortable, and the facilities were outstanding, including the pool, gym and sauna. Although it was too cold to enjoy the pool during our July stay, it looked stunning. The all-inclusive experience is one of The Louise’s greatest strengths. Having pre-dinner drinks and canapés, an exceptional breakfast and dinner, plus a well-stocked complimentary minibar, meant we could simply relax and enjoy ourselves without having to think about what came next. The food throughout our stay was phenomenal. What truly sets The Louise apart, however, is the people. Darcy, Ian and Matilda, in particular, made our stay so memorable. Their genuine warmth, professionalism and attention to detail were exceptional, and nothing was ever too much trouble. I also celebrated my birthday on our second night, and everyone went above and beyond to make it feel incredibly special. It was a celebration I’ll never forget. The Louise offers the complete luxury experience—from the moment you drive through the gates until the moment you leave. The beautiful surroundings, refined atmosphere, impeccable service and perfect location all combine to create something truly special. My partner and I had the most amazing stay and left wishing we could have stayed longer. We will definitely be back.

The Louise is a destination in itself with it's scenic outlook and all-inclusiveness. Everything from breakfast, your mini-bar (everyday), afternoon appetisers, pre-drinks (including cocktails and top shelf spirits) then decadent four-course dinners with matching wines are included. Every night (in winter) turn down service included herbal night teas and hot water bottles left in the bed. Had we been here in summer, we would of made use of the infinity pool overlooking the vineyards. Being our first time in The Barossa we chose to use it as our "hub" to explore the many wineries from - including Tscharke which is literally across the road. The Underground Wine Tasting is something else and if you get the chance - I recommend you do this tour organised by the hotel. You will always feel like you have special attention given there are only 15 lodges available here but truly - the staff go above and beyond to cater and attend to your every whim (and sometimes get you out of a pickle). From making sure the day lounge was made into a bed for one of us snorers to retreat to at night - to helping us find last minute transportation when our uber did not show up to take us back to the airport, we were grateful for the wonderful staff. A special mention to Darcy, Maddie, Ian, Pi, Esther and Deborah. You have left us with special memories and we thank you!

The location is beautiful and rooms are large (and accessible room is excellent if you have a disability). But restaurant was disappointing. Limited selection and food too fussy. Service was uneven. Advertised as luxury property but did not feel like it. New management was very responsive to my group’s feedback so it may improve.

We really enjoyed our 3 day visit, and can’t say enough about the wait staff, in particular (food and wine weren’t too shabby either), though I can’t quite give The Louise a 5th star as the facility itself is a little dated/worn. Still very pretty, in the midst of beautiful vineyards, with generously sized suites, but the resort will likely need updating before long (starting with the tiny “fitness center” and laundry room near the pool).