What is Emerald like?

Emerald is a neighborhood that travelers like for its theaters, shopping, and restaurants. Are you looking for Emerald travel tips? Be sure to check out Emerald Lake Park and Puffing Billy Railway while you're in the neighborhood.

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 should I expect to 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 accommodations in Emerald.

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

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals available 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 neighborhood. 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.

Emerald Hotels, Melbourne

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Our top choices for Emerald hotels

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1. Emerald Ridge

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Patchareeporn

P11,679 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

P9,830 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A house with a wooden deck, a staircase, and a front door.

3. Clarendon Cottages

10.4 km from Emerald

Tiffany

P11,207 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

4. Belle Le Vie

10.8 km from Emerald

Anonymous traveler

P12,714 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

P8,957 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

6. Nightcap at Ferntree Gully Hotel Motel

13.1 km from Emerald

Glenda

P5,025 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

7. Atura Dandenong

18.1 km from Emerald

Barbara

P6,510 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

8. Mercure Pakenham

16.7 km from Emerald

John

P8,913 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A covered outdoor area with stone flooring, a stone wall, and lush greenery including ferns and palm-like plants.

9. Panorama Retreat & Resort

13.4 km from Emerald

Glenn

P5,992 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A bottle of wine and two glasses on a round table with a metal railing in the background.

10. Wild Cattle Creek Estate

17.1 km from Emerald

Lina

P8,218 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

11. Holiday Inn Dandenong by IHG

20.2 km from Emerald

Victor

P5,756 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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

12. Quest Narre Warren

14.9 km from Emerald

hues

P10,005 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

13. Rowville International Hotel

17.9 km from Emerald

Sylvia

P6,012 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

14. Sage Melbourne Ringwood

22.4 km from Emerald

Nigel

P6,016 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

15. Yarra Valley Motel

20.7 km from Emerald

Chace

P6,510 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

16. Nightcap at York on Lilydale

16.7 km from Emerald

warren

P5,112 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

17. Hyatt Place Melbourne, Caribbean Park

19.3 km from Emerald

Josephine

P8,738 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

An outdoor seating area with string lights, tables, and chairs, under a clear sky.

18. Yarra Valley Lodge

26.6 km from Emerald

Juanita

P9,700 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

19. Golden Pebble Hotel

19.2 km from Emerald

Darren

P5,469 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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

20. Econo Lodge Lilydale

20.9 km from Emerald

Kerry

P5,636 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

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