Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges

Travel Guide

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Olinda showing a park

Where to stay in Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges

National Rhododendron Gardens showing a park

Olinda

Unique features of Olinda include the spas and gardens. Make a stop by Dandenongs or Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens while you're exploring the area.

Olinda
SkyHigh Mount Dandenong featuring outdoor eating and café lifestyle

Mount Dandenong

Unique features of Mount Dandenong include the gardens and waterfront views. Make a stop by William Ricketts Sanctuary or SkyHigh Mount Dandenong while you're exploring the area.

Mount Dandenong
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Lilydale

Well liked for its restaurants and wineries, Lilydale is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Lillydale Lake and Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail, and jump on the metro at Lilydale Station to get around the city.

Lilydale
Sherbrooke Forest

Belgrave

Well liked for its mountain views and waterfalls, Belgrave is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Puffing Billy Steam Train and Dandenong Ranges National Park, and jump on the metro at Belgrave Station to get around the city.

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Coldstream

Travellers like the wineries in Coldstream, and Coombe Farm Estate Wines is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Coldstream
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Monbulk

You'll enjoy the wineries and spas in Monbulk. You might want to make time for a stop at Frank Irvine Reserve or Monbulk Winery.

Monbulk
Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley

Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley

4.5 out of 5
1309 Melba Highway, Yarra Glen, VIC
The price is S$173 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
S$173
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Yarra Glen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"A rather wonderful oasis with both fine dining and wine tasting onsite, both of which we enjoyed very much. The room was also very nice. Reception staff attention to detail and knowledge was middling so recommend that the management consider actions there."

Reviewed on 12 Aug, 2025

Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley
Chateau Yering Hotel

Chateau Yering Hotel

5 out of 5
42 Melba Highway, Yering, VIC
The price is S$172 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
S$172
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an attached winery. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (582 reviews)
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Reviewed on 19 Aug, 2025

Chateau Yering Hotel
Yarra Valley Lodge

Yarra Valley Lodge

4.5 out of 5
Heritage Avenue, Chirnside Park, VIC
The price is S$180 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
S$180
19 Sept - 20 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"Very comfortable room: great bed and lots of space, but a microwave would have been very useful. Can’t fault the professional and friendly staff, great buffet breakfast and quiet environment. The only negative is the lack of walkability on the resort, which is built for cars and buggies, ignoring ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug, 2025

Yarra Valley Lodge
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Wild Cattle Creek Estate

Wild Cattle Creek Estate

4 out of 5
473 Warburton Highway, Seville, VIC
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an attached winery. Popular attractions Seville Hill Winery ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (131 reviews)
"Was a beautiful much needed stay, so quiet and peaceful."

Reviewed on 16 Aug, 2025

Wild Cattle Creek Estate
Meriton Suites Melbourne

Meriton Suites Melbourne

5 out of 5
140 King St, Melbourne, VIC
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (679 reviews)
"Very modern. Clean. Large rooms. Great view."

Reviewed on 17 Aug, 2025

Meriton Suites Melbourne
Pegasus Apart'Hotel

Pegasus Apart'Hotel

4 out of 5
206 A'Beckett Street, Melbourne, VIC
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (8,011 reviews)
"Great family stay"

Reviewed on 17 Aug, 2025

Pegasus Apart'Hotel
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Puffing Billy Steam Train

Puffing Billy Steam Train

5/5(5 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Puffing Billy Steam Train during your trip to Melbourne. Discover the area's waterfalls and sunrises.

Puffing Billy Steam Train
Healesville Sanctuary

Healesville Sanctuary

Get up close and personal with Australia’s iconic wildlife and learn how rare native species are protected in of one of the country’s most famous wildlife parks.

Healesville Sanctuary
Rochford Wines Yarra Valley

Rochford Wines Yarra Valley

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Rochford Wines Yarra Valley during your travels to Melbourne. Visit the spas and wineries in this romantic area.

Rochford Wines Yarra Valley
SkyHigh Mount Dandenong featuring outdoor eating and café lifestyle

SkyHigh Mount Dandenong

4/5(1 review)

Watch the sun set over Melbourne’s skyline and Port Phillip Bay from this mountain-top location in one of Victoria’s most-visited native forests.

SkyHigh Mount Dandenong
Sherbrooke Forest showing rainforest

Sherbrooke Forest

Walk amid ancient mountain ash forests and rest at shady picnic spots in this national park, where you might glimpse a lyrebird as it dashes through the undergrowth.

Sherbrooke Forest
Olinda Falls

Olinda Falls

Explore the great outdoors at Olinda Falls, a lovely green space in Melbourne. While in this relaxing area, find time to visit its spas.

Olinda Falls

Things to do

From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Wildlife Tour

From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Wildlife Tour

S$88
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Wildlife Tour
From Melbourne: Penguin Parade, Koalas & Kangaroos

From Melbourne: Penguin Parade, Koalas & Kangaroos

S$125
per adult
From Melbourne: Penguin Parade, Koalas & Kangaroos
From Melbourne: Phillip Island Penguin Parade Express Tour

From Melbourne: Phillip Island Penguin Parade Express Tour

S$98
per adult
From Melbourne: Phillip Island Penguin Parade Express Tour
Reverse Great Ocean Road & Rainforest Tour with Lunch

Reverse Great Ocean Road & Rainforest Tour with Lunch

S$121
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Reverse Great Ocean Road & Rainforest Tour with Lunch
Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour from Melbourne

Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour from Melbourne

S$141
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour from Melbourne
Peninsula Hot Springs: Entry Ticket with Bath House

Peninsula Hot Springs: Entry Ticket with Bath House

S$67
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Peninsula Hot Springs: Entry Ticket with Bath House
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Melbourne

Badger Creek

Badger Creek