Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges
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Where to stay in Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges
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.
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.
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.
Coldstream
Travellers like the wineries in Coldstream, and Coombe Farm Estate Wines is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
- Top hotels in Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges
- Vacation Rentals in Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges
Chateau Yering Hotel
I had a lovely stay at Chateau Yering Hotel. A warm welcome from Annie at Reception, a spotless and lovely room, very friendly and helpful house-keeping staff, and Jennifer in the Sweetwater Cafe makes an excellent coffee. I think Eleonore's Restaurant is at present only open for dinner on Wednesday ...
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Yarra Valley Lodge
Location is nice with plenty of kangaroos and two nice golf courses. Room is in good condition but what is provided is a bit sparse. Only amenities provided are in the shower and nothing in the main bathroom. The breakfast was very basic and was not replenished quickly enough. Hotel has the feel ...
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Nightcap at York on Lilydale
Nice view of lake from room. Parking out front and BWS to buy drinks.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Wild Cattle Creek Estate
Lovely place to stay
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Yering Gorge Cottages
Staff are always helpful.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Enclave at Healesville Holiday Park
Cold shower tap was broken very hard to have a shower would fall off
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
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Popular places to visit
Puffing Billy Steam Train
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Puffing Billy Steam Train during your trip to Melbourne. Discover the area's waterfalls and sunrises.
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.
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.
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.
SkyHigh Mount Dandenong
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.
Yering Station Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Yering Station Winery during your travels to Melbourne. Visit the spas and wineries in this relaxing area.
Things to do
From Melbourne: Puffing Billy and Penguin Parade Combo Tour
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Tickets
Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wine, Gin, Whisky and Chocolate Tour
From Melbourne: Puffing Billy Train & Penguins Wildlife Tour
Melbourne City and Williamstown Ferry Cruise
