Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges

Travel Guide

Myrtle Gully circuit is a beautiful 8km return walk in Toolangi. You can start the walk at Tanglefoot Carpark, Myrtle Gully Carpark or at the Wirrawilla Carpark.

Lyrebirds can be found in the area, but you need to be careful of leeches. #localgem
Myrtle Gully circuit is a beautiful 8km return walk in Toolangi. You can start the walk at Tanglefoot Carpark, Myrtle Gully Carpark or at the Wirrawilla Carpark.

Lyrebirds can be found in the area, but you need to be careful of leeches. #localgem
Boinga Bob's place, Warburton, Victoria. Great little town on the Yarra River, below the Warburton Ranges and Mt Donna Buang. Boinga Bob is a local resident who built this awesome home. It comprises of a number of buildings and quirky little details!
A fun little treasure out in the yarra ranges of Victoria.
"Saturday Afternoon" #Roadtrip today.
Trestle bridge over Menzies Creek in #TheDandenongs, not far from where I live in #Melbourne, Australia.

Where to stay in Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges

National Rhododendron Gardens featuring 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
Aerial panorama of Lilydale suburb and mountains on bright sunny day. Melbourne, Australia

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
SkyHigh Mount Dandenong which includes outdoor eating and cafe scenes

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
When you enter the gates at Oakridge the first thing you will notice is the beauty. A blossom lined driveway meanders its way through the property.
With chef Matt Stone and Jo Barrett designing amazing taste sensation.  
A must!!!
#melbourne #yarravalley #oakridge #spring #finedining #yarravalleylife

Coldstream

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

Coldstream
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.

Belgrave
Part of the wooden old Monbulk iconic Puffing Billy-Railway Trestle Bridge built in 1889, located in the Dandenong Ranges near Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Monbulk

You'll enjoy the wineries and spas in Monbulk. You might want to make time for a stop at Monbulk Winery or Sassafras Creek Nature Conservation Reserve.

Monbulk
Chateau Yering Hotel

Chateau Yering Hotel

5 out of 5
42 Melba Highway Yering VIC
The price is RM540 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
RM540
RM594 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an on-site winery. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (613 reviews)
Everything was excellent! Really enjoyed my stay! Thank you

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Chateau Yering Hotel
Nightcap at York on Lilydale

Nightcap at York on Lilydale

3.5 out of 5
138 York Rd Mount Evelyn VIC
The price is RM393 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
RM393
RM433 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Melbourne. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (364 reviews)
amazing location for kids, awesome live music, great venue for families

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Nightcap at York on Lilydale
RACV Healesville Country Club & Resort

RACV Healesville Country Club & Resort

5 out of 5
122 Healesville-Kinglake Road Healesville VIC
The price is RM676 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
RM676
RM744 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Healesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Yarra Valley Railway and Four Pillars Gin are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (72 reviews)
Absolutely beautiful stay. I booked two rooms, one for myself and one for my parents who are visiting from Canada. Both of us were extremely happy and all the resort staff were so lovely and accommodating.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

RACV Healesville Country Club & Resort
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.
Enclave at Healesville Holiday Park

Enclave at Healesville Holiday Park

3.5 out of 5
322 Don Road Badger Creek VIC
Stay at this campsite in Badger Creek. Enjoy free parking, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Healesville G158 Bushland Reserve and Healesville ...
9/10 Wonderful! (197 reviews)
Cold shower tap was broken very hard to have a shower would fall off

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025

Enclave at Healesville Holiday Park
Meriton Suites Melbourne

Meriton Suites Melbourne

5 out of 5
140 King St Melbourne VIC
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a sauna and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (862 reviews)
So glad we stayed at the Meriton suites during our time in Melbourne for the Australian open. Great location to everywhere, lots of cafes and restaurants around with delicious coffee. The suite itself was spacious, clean, well appointed. However, what stands out the most is the amazing staffs, we ...

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Meriton Suites Melbourne
Pegasus Apart'Hotel

Pegasus Apart'Hotel

4 out of 5
206 A'Beckett Street Melbourne VIC
Stay at this aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (8,276 reviews)
Bed was comfortable

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Pegasus Apart'Hotel
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.

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