Renowned for its warm and friendly service and laid back ambience, Arajilla Retreat encapsulates the very essence of Lord Howe Island, offering guests a haven of tranquility and peace. Arajilla is perfectly positioned on the northern sheltered end of the Island’s lagoon just behind Old Settlement Beach, where meandering pathways lead through native gardens to the beach, to its serene Ayurvedic Spa, luxurious suites and renowned restaurant.

Suitable for all levels of ability including beginners. With internationally renowned teacher Emily Spurling

3 hour tour. Enjoy relaxed commentary on the island’s history and marine life as we cruise to the beautiful North Bay and spot turtles through our 3 meter glass panel. At North Bay you can climb Mt Eliza, explore the Old Gulch or Herring Pools, view the seabird rookery (seasonal), join a guided seabird walk, swim, snorkel– or simply sit and laze the day away!

Sample Breakfast Menu - Arajilla Muesli Organic: Dried Fruits Banana Goji Berries Chia & Macadamia Nuts - Tokyo Eggs: Miso Cured Trout Corn Fritters Poached Egg Mizuna Puffed Rice & Yuzu Dressing - Pasture Raised Pork: Apple Kombucha Glaze Kale Loaf Thyme Labneh - Virgin Mary Beans: Parsley & Almond Pesto Confit Garlic Bagel Free Range Fried Egg Smoky Bacon Beet Relish Salsa Verde & Crème Fraiche - Spelt Pikelets: Poached Rhubarb Anise Granny Smith Barambah Yoghurt Tonka Crumble & Young Coconut - Huevos Rancheros: Fried Egg Flamed Tortilla Jalapeno Vinaigrette Braised Peppers Lord Howe Tomatoes & Sour Cream - Bacon & Eggs: Free Range Eggs Cooked To Your Liking Smoky Bacon with House Made Bread

The enthusiastic and passionate team in the kitchen is headed by Ben Crompton, who specialises in modern Australian cuisine which employs a creative and inventive fusion of flavours influenced by cuisines worldwide. He has also had extensive training with the handling and preparing fish. This is a fantastic skill to have with the abundance of different fish that are line caught in the waters surrounding Lord Howe Island.

Arajilla’s kitchen garden produces organic vegetables, herbs and greens. The experienced chefs skilfully prepare these ingredients creating delicious ever changing menus for you to enjoy.

From 5:30pm enjoy selected beer, wine, sparkling and spirits as part of your package

WADE INTO THE SPARKLING WATER AT NED’S BEACH, AT THE ISLAND’S NORTH-EAST, TO HAND FEED THE FISH. You will instantly be surrounded by a feeding frenzy of Mullet, Wrasse, Garfish, Silver-drummer, Spangled Emperor and Kingfish. Golden sand leads into calm waters ideal for kids, who paddle at the edge or snorkel above a colourful kaleidoscope of fish and corals along a fringing coral reef. Masks, fins and snorkels are stored at Ned’s Beach for the cost of a contribution to the ‘honesty box’, in a testament to times past.

And so much more! Bird watching, diving or simply 'being' in this healing cocoon of nature.

Arajilla’s day spa is specially housed in a traditional yurt under the majestic Banyan Tree forest. We have the perfect setting to relax, unwind and enjoy all that Lord Howe has on offer. Here, you will enjoy your massages and spa treatments in total serenity, with the gentle sounds of nature keeping you company. Choose from one of the many treatments we have on offer that are therapeutic in nature. You receive the benefits on all levels connecting your mind, body and soul. Most of all, we have some treatments use Ayurvedic principles and creating balance within the body. The Day spa uses Ayurda skin care products. The name Ayurda translates to the “bestower of longevity” this resonates perfectly with Ayurda’s holistic approach to beauty. Incorporating the wisdom of the Ayurveda philosophy recognises that everyone is unique and has delivered a skin care that has amazing results. These products have in addition been formulated with all natural and handcrafted organic ingredients which create nutrition for the skin. Every ingredient is of the highest grade possible while there are no nasty chemicals that strip the skin, parabens or sulphates. All products used in our Day Spa are hand crafted and receive a blessing ritual twice. First at the time of harvesting and second before they are shipped. All ingredients are tended with care, grown and sun dried in the Himalaya’s.

Emily's laid back and inclusive approach resonates with first time students and advanced yogis alike. Emily has been recognised as an industry expert and can be found on Gaia alongside other wellness exerts such as Deepak Chopra and Jamie Oliver.

Emily is a Yoga teacher, documentary film-maker and Mind-Body Coach who loves sharing the ultimate toolbox for becoming your best authentic self. Emily is an eternal student of yoga globally and is formally trained in Hatha and Vinyasa flow, she has beautifully combined these styles to create her own much loved yoga experience. This 'fusion' style is the perfect blend of light and shade, one flow will have you generating heat and building lean muscle and the next you will be blissing out in a slow, opening restorative sequence. Emily is also a Thai Masseuse whose hands on adjustments in class help you to slip into the perfect pose and a state of deep relaxation. 


Emily is drawn to yoga and meditation as a way to become fully present and 'show up' as the best version of herself in all areas of life. “We are all expected to wear so many different 'hats' every day, as a mother of two beautiful children, a wife, entrepreneur and teacher, to name a few, it can be really confusing and challenging to stay grounded, positive and on my path. If we are not living in the moment then we're not showing up, Yoga and meditation are my secret weapon and it is my pleasure to share this gift with you.”