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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Top hotels in Olinda

Lochiel Luxury Accommodation

Lochiel Luxury Accommodation

4 out of 5
1590 Mt. Dandenong Tourist Road, Olinda, VIC
The price is P12,149 per night from Aug 6 to Aug 7
P12,149
P13,364 total
Aug 6 - Aug 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Dandenong Ranges National Park and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (52 reviews)
"We arrived to our absolutely gorgeous accommodation with easy to follow instructions for access. It was pre heated, lights on and beautifully decorated. We walked to the local pub for dinner and had an awesome breakfast with our voucher from our stay. It was quiet, romantic and a perfect choice for ..."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

Lochiel Luxury Accommodation
Hotel Chadstone Melbourne MGallery Collection

Hotel Chadstone Melbourne MGallery Collection

5 out of 5
1341 Dandenong Road, Chadstone, VIC
The price is P8,471 per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
P8,471
P9,318 total
Aug 27 - Aug 28
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! (524 reviews)
"Check in always so very slow."

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Hotel Chadstone Melbourne MGallery Collection
Beaumont Kew

Beaumont Kew

4 out of 5
7 Studley Park Road, Kew, VIC
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! (1,547 reviews)
Weekend getaway
"Nice spacious comfortable room. Close to tram and not far to go to city"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Beaumont Kew
Canterbury International Hotel

Canterbury International Hotel

4 out of 5
326-330 Canterbury Road, Forest Hill, VIC
The price is P3,951 per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
P3,951
P4,347 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
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! (557 reviews)
"Everything was very nice and i had a lovely stay with my partner for the weekend the only down side to it was we paid to have breakfast included af 7 am and it was never ready at 7 we had to wait 30 mins for a hot breakfast the first day we had just cereal and toast and hot tea and coffee but the ..."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Canterbury International Hotel
Best Western Plus The Tudor-Box Hill

Best Western Plus The Tudor-Box Hill

4 out of 5
1101 Whitehorse Road, (Maroondah Highway), Box Hill, VIC
The price is P4,168 per night from Aug 6 to Aug 7
P4,168
P4,585 total
Aug 6 - Aug 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"lovely staff, great location and nice clean rooms, quiet, easy parking, will stay again."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Best Western Plus The Tudor-Box Hill
Sage Melbourne Ringwood

Sage Melbourne Ringwood

4.5 out of 5
211 Maroondah Highway, Ringwood, VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P6,041 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P6,041
P6,645 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (769 reviews)
"Sage is absolutely fabulous! After a travelling it was so lovely to arrive to check in, Chrisi was warm & kind and made a check in smooth. In fact anll the staff were very kind. Our room had plenty of space. It was clean, warm & quiet. Location was also amazing there was the public train across the ..."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Sage Melbourne Ringwood
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