Lakes and Wilderness

Travel Guide

Lakes Entrance showing a marina, a sunset and a bay or harbor
Metung which includes cafe scenes and a bay or harbor
Lakes and Wilderness
Lakes Entrance which includes street scenes
Lakes Entrance showing a bay or harbor and a marina

Where to stay in Lakes and Wilderness

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Broadlands

If you're spending some time in Broadlands, Lake King and Jones Bay Gippsland Lakes Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Broadlands
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East Bairnsdale

Travelers like the museums in East Bairnsdale, and Lake King is a top attraction you might want to visit.

East Bairnsdale
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Wy Yung

Travelers like the parks in Wy Yung, and East Gippsland Rail Trail is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Wy Yung
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Lucknow

Visitors to Lucknow appreciate its restaurants. A visit to East Gippsland Rail Trail and Nicholson St. Gallery might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

Lucknow
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Eastwood

Though Eastwood might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like East Gippsland Rail Trail and Nicholson St. Gallery.

Eastwood
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Ellaswood

Though Ellaswood might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre and St Mary's Catholic Church.

Ellaswood
The Esplanade Resort and Spa

The Esplanade Resort and Spa

4.5 out of 5
1 The Esplanade, Lakes Entrance, VIC
The price is P8,440 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P8,440
P9,284 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Lakes Entrance. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"Quiet, safe and excellent ammenities. Ocean view is great!"

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

The Esplanade Resort and Spa
Mitchell on Main Motel & Apartments

Mitchell on Main Motel & Apartments

3.5 out of 5
295 Main Street, Bairnsdale, VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P5,064 per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
P5,064
P5,571 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Bairnsdale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions St Mary's Catholic Church and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (562 reviews)
"Enjoyed stay in a renovated room. Comfortable room."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

Mitchell on Main Motel & Apartments
Bairnsdale Tanjil Motor Inn

Bairnsdale Tanjil Motor Inn

3.5 out of 5
384-386 Main St, Bairnsdale, VIC
The price is P3,585 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
P3,585
P4,352 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Bairnsdale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (306 reviews)
"Was clean and quiet"

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Bairnsdale Tanjil Motor Inn
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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.
Anchorage Holiday Units

Anchorage Holiday Units

3 out of 5
7 Roadknight Street, Lakes Entrance, VIC
Stay at this 3-star golf apartment in Lakes Entrance. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the property condition in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (319 reviews)
"Quite, clean. Close to everything Thanks paul"

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Anchorage Holiday Units
Kalimna Woods Cottages

Kalimna Woods Cottages

3.5 out of 5
30 Kalimna Jetty Road, Kalimna, VIC
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly cottage in Kalimna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Lakes Entrance Lookout and Rigby Island ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (382 reviews)
"These are nice cabins set on a bushy property. It is generally peaceful, but depending on your cabin location you can hear the main road traffic occasionally. But generally the cabins although aged are clean and comfortable. The surrounding area pleasant and relaxing and is an easy 5 minute walk ..."

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

Kalimna Woods Cottages
NRMA Eastern Beach Holiday Park

NRMA Eastern Beach Holiday Park

4 out of 5
42 Eastern Beach Road, Lakes Entrance, VIC
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly campground in Lakes Entrance. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Lakes Entrance-Lake Tyers ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (127 reviews)
Great location
"Lovely Location"

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

NRMA Eastern Beach Holiday Park
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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

Buchan Caves

Buchan Caves

Explore the great outdoors at Buchan Caves, a lovely green space in Buchan. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Buchan Caves
Gippsland featuring boating, a bay or harbor and waves

Main Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Main Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Lakes Entrance. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Main Beach
Lakes Entrance Lookout showing a bay or harbor

Lakes Entrance Lookout

Get the perfect introduction to the gorgeous waterfront town of Lakes Entrance when you visit the hilltop that looks out over the surrounding waterways and dunes.

Lakes Entrance Lookout

Lakes Entrance Bowls Club

You can take time to visit Lakes Entrance Bowls Club during your travels to Lakes Entrance. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Lakes Entrance Bowls Club

Lakes Entrance Visitor Information Centre

After visiting Lakes Entrance Visitor Information Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lakes Entrance. Wander the lakeside and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Lakes Entrance Visitor Information Centre

Metung Hot Springs

You can take time to visit Metung Hot Springs during your travels to Metung. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this quaint area.

Metung Hot Springs
Mallacoota

Mallacoota

Paynesville

Paynesville

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