Man relaxes in an infinity pool overlooking a dramatic coastline with lush green mountains under a cloudy sky on Lord Howe Island.

Above the Lagoon

CAPELLA LODGE

Here, life unfolds between the mountains and the sea.

Set against Lord Howe Island’s volcanic peaks and reef-fringed lagoon, Capella Lodge has the relaxed feel of an Australian beach house. From its hillside perch, the landscape fills every window, with Mounts Gower and Lidgbird rising beyond the lagoon and the South Pacific Ocean stretching toward the horizon.

9 Luxury Suites: Opening onto private decks with views toward the mountains, lagoon, or sea.
What’s Included: Breakfast, sunset drinks, dinner, an open bar with premium beverages from 6 pm, and an in-suite bar.
World Heritage Setting: Surrounded by protected landscapes, volcanic peaks, and a reef-fringed lagoon.
400 Residents: Part of a small island community where visitor numbers are carefully limited.
11 Kilometres Long: Small enough to explore on foot or by bike, with little need for a car.
Complimentary Transfers: To and from Lord Howe Island Airport, so getting to the lodge is taken care of.

EXPLORE THE LODGE

A Rarefied Retreat

Capella is tucked away on Lord Howe’s secluded southern end, with just nine suites and an easy sense of privacy. The lodge unfolds across a series of relaxed indoor and outdoor spaces, all oriented toward the mountains and sea. Wherever you settle, the twin peaks of Mounts Gower and Lidgbird remain part of the view.

OUR DESIGN PHILOSOPHY

At Home on the Island

Timber floors, natural linen, and wide expanses of glass give the interiors a warmth that feels right at home on Lord Howe. Island-themed artworks and Australian-designed pieces add character, while the mountains and sea remain part of every room.

ROOM TO BREATHE

Never Too Crowded

Lord Howe limits the number of visitors on the island at any one time, keeping beaches quiet, trails uncrowded, and much of the landscape wonderfully peaceful. Even in the height of the season, there’s always somewhere that feels like yours alone.

RESTORATIVE BY NATURE

When It’s Time to Unwind

Capella Spa sits in an airy loft framed by Kentia palms and island breezes. Treatments draw on the natural environment, with Australian-made skincare and restorative rituals designed to slow the pace and leave you feeling renewed.

IN GOOD COMPANY

Luxury Lodges of Australia

Capella Lodge is a founding member of Luxury Lodges of Australia, a collection of 20 independent lodges and camps in some of the country’s most extraordinary destinations.

AT THE TABLE

Dinner With a View

As evening settles over Lord Howe, dinner brings everyone back to the lodge. The menu follows what’s fresh and in season, with local and regional ingredients on the table and Mounts Gower and Lidgbird still visible beyond the windows.

Modern wooden lodge structure emerges from dense green foliage under a pale sky.

OUR STORY

Where It All Began

Couple enjoys drinks by a pool with a lush green mountain backdrop, suggesting a scenic luxury lodge experience.

In 2003, James and Hayley Baillie opened Capella Lodge, the first in what became Baillie Lodges. Both knew Lord Howe as a childhood escape, and their connection to the island shaped the lodge and those that followed. In 2026, Baillie Lodges became Beckons.

A modern lounge area with gray sofas, woven armchairs, and artwork on the walls.

Meet the Makers

Pierre & Charlotte Julien Custom furnishings pair organic forms with Tasmanian craftsmanship.
Malcolm Greenwood Handcrafted ceramics lend organic forms and distinctive glazes to the table.
Bruce Goold Vivid prints and palm-patterned fabrics reflect the character of island life.
BEMBOKA Plush towels, cashmere blankets, and cotton throws add softness and warmth.
Anibou Curated furnishings introduce Australian and international design throughout.

Rocky islands emerge from a calm ocean under a vast night sky filled with stars and swirling clouds.

Light Footprint, Lasting Impact

Tomorrow Beckons is Beckons’ regenerative travel program, connecting each lodge with a local partner working to protect the people, wildlife, and landscapes around it. At Capella Lodge, that partnership supports the Taronga Institute of Science & Learning and its research into endangered hawksbill turtles on Lord Howe Island.

FINDING BALANCE

A Sustainable Population

View of a sandy beach and ocean, with people swimming and walking, framed by palm fronds against lush green hills.

Limiting development and carefully managing tourism helps protect what makes Lord Howe distinct, from its beaches and reefs to its forests and endemic wildlife. It’s a deliberate approach that keeps the island wild for generations to come.

RENEWABLE ENERGY

Powered By the Island

Golden sunset over the ocean, viewed from a sandy area overlooking lush greenery and trees.

Lord Howe is steadily shifting away from diesel through an island-wide solar energy project designed to generate up to 80% of its power from the sun, helping reduce reliance on imported fuel.

AWARD-WINNING EFFORTS

Making More of Less

On a remote island, waste cannot simply disappear. Lord Howe’s award-winning recycling program reduces what needs to be shipped back to the mainland, while residents and guests are encouraged to reuse, recycle, and tread carefully in the environment around them.

CELEBRATED WORLDWIDE

“Capella ranks as one of Australia’s finest accommodations on one of the world’s most singularly spectacular and remarkable islands.”

Anthony Dennis, Fairfax Traveller

“Making it to this ultra-exclusive resort, with nine rooms and occupancy rates that never dip, is like joining an elite club.”

Christopher Cameron, Robb Report 2025

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“From the pool terrace of Capella Lodge, superbly angled for panoramas of mountains, sea and sky, I joined a posse of fellow snappers and we clicked away in unison.”

Susan Kurosawa, The Weekend Australian 2021