What is Emerald like?

Emerald is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its theatres, shopping and restaurants. Are you looking for Emerald travel tips? Make sure that you visit Emerald Lake Park and Puffing Billy Railway while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Emerald?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Emerald Ridge is the highest ranked property in Emerald. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking.

How many hotels will I find in the Emerald area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Melbourne, choose from one of Expedia's 19 hotels and other accommodation options in Emerald.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Emerald, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Emerald.

What are the top things to see and do in Emerald?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Emerald Lake Park, Wright Forest Bushland Reserve and Cardinia Reservoir. You could also plan a visit to Puffing Billy Railway or Sassafras Creek Nature Conservation Reserve while you're in the neighbourhood. Gemco Community Theatre, Emerald Bushland Reserve and Clematis Park Bushland Reserve are just a few of the places to visit in and around Emerald. Mount Majestic Bushland Reserve and Menzies Creek Bushland Reserve are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Melbourne.

How can I get around Emerald and the greater Melbourne area?

If you want to venture out of town, Emerald Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at Lakeside Station.

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1. Emerald Ridge

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Patchareeporn

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A bedroom with a large bathtub, a bed with a white bedspread, and a chandelier.

2. The Loft In The Mill Boutique Accommodation

10.8 km from Emerald

Christine

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by tropical plants and a modern building with large windows.

3. Nightcap at York on Lilydale

16.7 km from Emerald

warren

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, a leather sofa, a TV, and a chandelier.

4. Belle Le Vie

10.8 km from Emerald

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includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel entrance with a glass door, a green exit sign, a doormat with 'Lifestyle at Ferntree' text, and a potted plant beside the door.

5. Lifestyle Apartments at Ferntree

13.7 km from Emerald

Robert

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

6. Atura Dandenong

18.1 km from Emerald

Barbara

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern restaurant interior with seating arrangements, a bar area, and decorative wall elements.

7. Holiday Inn Dandenong by IHG

20.2 km from Emerald

Victor

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern lobby with a polished floor, large windows, and decorative vases.

8. Golden Pebble Hotel

19.2 km from Emerald

Darren

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a balcony with a view of trees.

9. Quest Narre Warren

14.9 km from Emerald

hues

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A modern lobby with a wooden staircase, seating area, and large glass doors leading outside.

10. Mercure Pakenham

16.7 km from Emerald

John

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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11. Wild Cattle Creek Estate

17.1 km from Emerald

Lina

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, a built-in oven, and a window with blinds.

12. Yarra Valley Motel

20.7 km from Emerald

Chace

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A spacious dining area with multiple tables set for guests, featuring a modern design with wooden tables and comfortable seating.

13. Nightcap at Ferntree Gully Hotel Motel

13.1 km from Emerald

Glenda

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern building with a landscaped garden featuring a water feature and stonework.

14. Foothills Conference Centre

18 km from Emerald

Nicole

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a window with curtains.

15. Rowville International Hotel

17.9 km from Emerald

Sylvia

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a well-lit lobby area.

16. Hyatt Place Melbourne, Caribbean Park

19.3 km from Emerald

Josephine

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a TV on a stand.

17. Econo Lodge Lilydale

20.9 km from Emerald

Kerry

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

18. Sage Melbourne Ringwood

22.4 km from Emerald

Nigel

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern reception area with a 'QUEST' sign, seating, and a view through large windows.

19. Quest Dandenong Central

20.7 km from Emerald

Robyn

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A long indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, wooden ceiling panels, and large windows along one side.

20. Melbourne Knox Central Apartment Hotel

19 km from Emerald

Mohammed

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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Southbank

The Yarra River’s waterfront offers a diverse range of hotels, galleries, bars and a casino complex.

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Docklands

A gorgeous harbour with waterfront dining and jaw-dropping city skyline views… this might sound more like another popular Australian city, but surprise – it’s Melbourne!

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Rye

Beaches, spas and hot springs are just a few things travellers enjoy about Rye. Check out Rye Beach or The Dunes Golf Links while you're exploring the area.

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Top Emerald Hotel Reviews

Yarra Valley Lodge

8/10 Good

"Room was good for a young family of 4. Food was mostly beige at restaurant. Breakfast satisfactory but not Hilton. Pool etc separate to lodge and club extra cost .. not overly cheap. Club was great , location to lodge excellent. Plenty of decent eats in chirnside."

Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley

8/10 Good

"Beautiful new facilities Dining options limited to 2 course or 3 course package but we drove to the pub at Yarra Glen (10 mins) and had a great feed at pub prices Beautiful views at Breakfast We were unfortunately the only other guests that were not part of a 100+ delegate conference so we did get woken up when they were returning to their rooms after a few sherbets late at night Beautiful part of the country"

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Our top choices for Emerald hotels

1. Emerald Ridge

2. The Loft In The Mill Boutique Accommodation

3. Nightcap at York on Lilydale

4. Belle Le Vie

5. Lifestyle Apartments at Ferntree

6. Atura Dandenong

7. Holiday Inn Dandenong by IHG

8. Golden Pebble Hotel

9. Quest Narre Warren

10. Mercure Pakenham

11. Wild Cattle Creek Estate

12. Yarra Valley Motel

13. Nightcap at Ferntree Gully Hotel Motel

14. Foothills Conference Centre

15. Rowville International Hotel

16. Hyatt Place Melbourne, Caribbean Park

17. Econo Lodge Lilydale

18. Sage Melbourne Ringwood

19. Quest Dandenong Central

20. Melbourne Knox Central Apartment Hotel

Where to stay in Emerald

Melbourne Central Business District

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Docklands

Sorrento

Rye

Top Emerald Hotel Reviews

Yarra Valley Lodge

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