Olinda

Melbourne

National Rhododendron Gardens which includes a park
Olinda
Olinda
National Rhododendron Gardens which includes flowers
Olinda

From native greenery to exotic blooms, exquisite parklands have pride of place in this leafy town on the eastern slopes of Mount Dandenong.

Olinda is picturesquely situated within the rolling Dandenong Ranges, where tracts of native wilderness are peppered with manicured gardens and forest-fringed estates. Spend some time in this leafy township to find antiques stores, boutiques and charming restaurants. Follow one of the forest roads that lead from the town into the wild fringes of the Dandenong Ranges National Park. Explore the stunning bushland trails that wind around the park or wander around one of Olinda’s idyllic European gardens.

Make your way to one of Olinda’s major commercial areas. One lies at the junction that connects with Monbulk and the other is on the route to the peak of Mount Dandenong. Check out craft shops, antiques stores, boutiques and cafés. Meet local artisans and stop by one of the restaurants to enjoy some of the region’s local produce. Olinda is renowned for its European influence and features a selection of German- and French-style restaurants.

Experience more of this European flair in Olinda’s beautiful gardens. The National Rhododendron Gardens has a breathtaking array of camellias, rhododendrons, azaleas and daffodils that explode into colour in the springtime. Nearby, you’ll find the RJ Hamer Arboretum, which showcases a huge range of native and exotic tree species throughout its expansive grounds. There are also barbecue facilities and scenic lookouts in this park. The terraced plots at Pirianda Gardens are another highlight.

Check out the region’s magnificent wilderness at the Dandenong Ranges National Park, which contains a network of pretty walking trails that lead to the tumbling cascades of Olinda Falls and the spacious Valley Picnic Grounds.

Olinda is situated between Mount Dandenong, Sassafras and Kallista and is 49 kilometres (30 miles) east of central Melbourne. Drive or use the local transit network to reach the town. Stay in one of Olinda’s leafy boutique lodgings and listen to the call of kookaburras in the treetops as evening falls. With its idyllic gardens and beautiful bushland, Olinda is a beautiful place to visit at any time of the year.


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Quest Notting Hill

Quest Notting Hill

4 out of 5
5 Acacia Pl, Notting Hill, VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P5,731 per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
P5,731
P6,304 total
Aug 29 - Aug 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (280 reviews)
"Addi at reception helpful and wonderful."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

Quest Notting Hill
Hotel Chadstone Melbourne MGallery Collection

Hotel Chadstone Melbourne MGallery Collection

5 out of 5
1341 Dandenong Road, Chadstone, VIC
The price is P8,445 per night from Sep 9 to Sep 10
P8,445
P9,290 total
Sep 9 - Sep 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (531 reviews)
"Perfect"

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

Hotel Chadstone Melbourne MGallery Collection
Novotel Melbourne Glen Waverley

Novotel Melbourne Glen Waverley

4.5 out of 5
285 Springvale Road, Glen Waverley, VIC
The price is P5,999 per night from Sep 5 to Sep 6
P5,999
P6,599 total
Sep 5 - Sep 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
"Fast wifi and good gym"

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2025

Novotel Melbourne Glen Waverley
Beaumont Kew

Beaumont Kew

4 out of 5
7 Studley Park Road, Kew, VIC
The price is P4,239 per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
P4,239
P4,239 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,551 reviews)
"The property is as pictured. Great location for easy access to public transport and free parking. The kitchenette and laundry facility is handy."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Beaumont Kew
Canterbury International Hotel

Canterbury International Hotel

4 out of 5
326-330 Canterbury Road, Forest Hill, VIC
The price is P4,440 per night from Aug 22 to Aug 23
P4,440
P4,884 total
Aug 22 - Aug 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (564 reviews)
"Thoroughly enjoyed my stay and will be staying again later this month."

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Canterbury International Hotel
Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley

Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley

4.5 out of 5
1309 Melba Highway, Yarra Glen, VIC
The price is P7,239 per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
P7,239
P7,963 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
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 Aug 12, 2025

Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley
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