Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges
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Where to stay in Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges
Olinda
Unique features of Olinda include the spas and gardens. Make a stop by Dandenongs or Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens while you're exploring the area.
Mount Dandenong
Unique features of Mount Dandenong include the gardens and waterfront views. Make a stop by William Ricketts Sanctuary or SkyHigh Mount Dandenong while you're exploring the area.
Lilydale
Well-liked for its restaurants and wineries, Lilydale is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Lillydale Lake and Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail, and jump on the metro at Lilydale Station to get around the city.
Coldstream
Travelers like the wineries in Coldstream, and Coombe Farm Estate Wines is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Belgrave
Well-liked for its mountain views and waterfalls, Belgrave is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Puffing Billy Steam Train and Dandenong Ranges National Park, and jump on the metro at Belgrave Station to get around the city.
Monbulk
You'll enjoy the wineries and spas in Monbulk. You might want to make time for a stop at Monbulk G172 Bushland Reserve or Monbulk Winery.
- Top hotels in Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges
- Vacation Rentals in Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges
Chateau Yering Hotel
THE TV RECEPTION AND INTERNET WERE BASICALLY NOT FUNCTIONAL.
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Yarra Valley Lodge
We loved our stay at the Yarra Valley Lodge. Loved the room, view, wild life, food and drinks. Highly recommend considering staying at the Lodge if you are staying overnight or longer in the Yarra Valley.
Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026
BIG4 Yarra Valley Park Lane Holiday Park
Enclave at Healesville Holiday Park
Clean room kitchen ok shower not the best
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Wild Cattle Creek Estate
after staying there 10 years ago, the place was not kept as well as it use to. I couldn't organize a bottle of wine for the room at a winery.
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Yering Gorge Cottages
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Popular places to visit
Puffing Billy Steam Train
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Puffing Billy Steam Train in Melbourne. Discover the area's waterfalls and sunrises.
Healesville Sanctuary
Get up close and personal with Australia’s iconic wildlife and learn how rare native species are protected in of one of the country’s most famous wildlife parks.
SkyHigh Mount Dandenong
Watch the sun set over Melbourne’s skyline and Port Phillip Bay from this mountain-top location in one of Victoria’s most-visited native forests.
Sherbrooke Forest
Walk amid ancient mountain ash forests and rest at shady picnic spots in this national park, where you might glimpse a lyrebird as it dashes through the undergrowth.
Yering Station Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Yering Station Winery during your travels to Melbourne. Check out the spas and wineries in this romantic area.
Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens, a lovely green space in Melbourne. Amble within the gardens or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Things to do
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Tickets
Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles and Rainforest Full Day Tour
Peninsula Hot Springs: Entry Ticket with Bath House
Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wine, Gin, Whisky and Chocolate Tour
Phillip Island Wildlife Tour with Koalas Penguins & Scenic General Viewing
