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 P12,186 per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
P12,186
P13,405 total
Aug 12 - Aug 13
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
Quest Notting Hill

Quest Notting Hill

4 out of 5
5 Acacia Pl, Notting Hill, VIC
The price is P5,924 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
P5,924
P6,516 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
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! (278 reviews)
"Nice property if you have a reason to be out that way."

Reviewed on Aug 4, 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 P8,497 per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
P8,497
P9,346 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! (526 reviews)
Chady
"Good location to Chadstone. Entry into the car park is tricky. The comfort level of bed was only okayyxxx"

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Hotel Chadstone Melbourne MGallery Collection
Canterbury International Hotel

Canterbury International Hotel

4 out of 5
326-330 Canterbury Road, Forest Hill, VIC
The price is P3,963 per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
P3,963
P4,360 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! (560 reviews)
"Bed was great. Location convenient albeit at a very noisy intersection of six-lane roads. Ask for a room not facing the street!"

Reviewed on Aug 6, 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 P4,049 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
P4,049
P4,454 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
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
Novotel Melbourne Glen Waverley

Novotel Melbourne Glen Waverley

4.5 out of 5
285 Springvale Road, Glen Waverley, VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P5,890 per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
P5,890
P6,479 total
Aug 29 - Aug 30
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! (998 reviews)
"Fast wifi and good gym"

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2025

Novotel Melbourne Glen Waverley
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