We have created a list with the best castle hotels near Melbourne, Australia. We have also included hotels in resorts, country estates, historic villas, historic properties, wineries and mansions. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated January 2024.
Beautiful. Superb breakfast. Wild Cattle Creek Estate offers luxury Yarra Valley Winery accommodation with a la carte dining at the on-site restaurant and wine tasting at the cellar door. All accommodation has views over the vineyards or pond. Set amongst 20 acres of landscaped gardens and vineyard, The Restaurant at Wild Cattle Creek Estate specialises in local produce complimented by wine from the Wild Cattle Creek Estate. Wild Cattle Creek Estate Yarra Valley is a 3-minute drive from the restaurants and cafes in Seville town centre. All cottages and villas are self-contained with kitchen facilities, lounge/dining area, CD/DVD player and air conditioning. Ironing facilities and a hairdryer are provided. Some have a spa bath and a gas log fireplace. Breakfast provisions are included for each morning of your stay. Free Wi-Fi is provided.Show full description
Delightful property. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. Offering free Wi-Fi, a bar and a guest lounge with a fireplace, the adults-only Tallawarra Homestead retreat is set on 28 acres. Guests enjoy free chocolates, fresh fruit and a decanter of port wine upon arrival. This colonial homestead offers high-ceilings, ornate lighting and grey wooden floors. It is surrounded by native gardens home to a variety of birdlife, including kookaburras, wedge tailed eagles, king parrots and owls. Each of the air-conditioned suites features original artworks and antique décor. All include a spacious, luxurious en suite bathroom featuring a 2-person shower and granite benches. The Coolgardie Grand Room offers sandstone walls and French doors offering views over the forest. Enjoy a drink from the bar while you take in the lovely rural views from the wrap-around verandah.Show full description
This might be one of the most beautiful, charming and peaceful bed and breakfasts in Melbourne! It also has beautiful surroundings. WOW!
Beach front location. Lovely property. Comfortable beds. Set amongst 3-acres of landscaped gardens and bushland, Araluen Boutique Accommodation is located in the picturesque Steels Creek Valley, just 7 minutes' north of Yarra Glen. Guests have access to a large outdoor solar-heated swimming pool, property grounds and car parking. All self-contained villas at Araluen Boutique Accommodation have beautiful views of the surrounding countryside or the gardens and swimming pool. Villa amenities include a fully equipped kitchenette, including a gas stove top, microwave, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine and a bar fridge. Air-conditioning, a gas fireplace, a 65-inch flat screen SMART television and a Bluetooth speaker are provided. Villa en suites have a double spa bath, separate showers and heated flooring and towel rails. Luxury linen and pillows are provided. The adult-only Deluxe and Boutique Lodge Rooms are located in the Lodge building. These spacious rooms include a flat-screen TV, minibar fridge, toaster and tea/coffee making facilities. Each Lodge room includes an en suite bathroom. The Deluxe Lodge rooms feature a glass conservatory ceiling. Guests residing in the Lodge building also have access to a communal guest lounge and sun room with wood fire heater, large flat screen TV, Nespresso coffee machine and plenty of seating. Those wanting to explore the Yarra Valley can access a range of brochures and advice on the region, its wineries, fine dining, art galleries, magnificent scenery and rich heritage. The Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and some of the region's best wineries are 5 minutes' drive away and Healesville township is 15 minutes' drive away. Return to your villa and enjoy the local produce whilst relaxing and listening to the local bird life and if you are lucky, the wildlife pass by.Show full description
This lodge has super comfortable beds and lovely pool facilities! It is very popular among couples travelling to Melbourne.
Elegant. Great restaurant. Popular among couples. Located on a beautiful award-winning vineyard, Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley offers luxurious Yarra Valley accommodation. Facilities include a cellar door, restaurant and indoor swimming pool. Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley Vineyard Resort features modern rooms and suites, each with free internet access, cable TV and air conditioning. Yarra Valley Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley Resort is a 1-hour drive from Melbourne. Suites with a spa bath, kitchenette and Yarra Valley views are available. Healesville Wildlife Sanctuary is only 20 minutes’ drive away, while the O'Shannassy Aqueduct Trail is 40 km from the property.Show full description
Unique. Great location. Located in the heart of the Yarra Valley and 45 minutes' drive from Melbourne, Yering Gorge Cottages offers accommodation overlooking The Eastern Golf Club and alongside the Yarra River. Free WiFi is provided. Offering a range of self-contained, luxuriously appointed 1, 2 and 4 bedroom cottages, all include a separate living area with floor-to-ceiling windows providing stunning views of the surround countryside. There is a wood heater, fully-equipped kitchenette, large private deck with a BBQ, and separate bathroom with a corner bath. The 4-bedroom cottage also features a full sized kitchen and separate recreation room. A range of activities are available on the 120-acre property including golf, tennis, bushwalking, mountain biking. The property is also home to Eastern Grey kangaroos, platypus, echidnas, wombats and 85+ different birdlife species. Guests of Yering Gorge Cottages also have priority access to The Eastern Golf Club, designed by Greg Norman.Show full description
This apartment hotel has a great location in Yering and outstanding views.
Relaxing atmosphere. Tennis court. Neerim Country Cottages offers self-catering accommodation surrounded by 5-acres of peaceful garden. Guests can enjoy swimming in the seasonal solar-heated outdoor pool, free of charge. Offering mountain views, all guestrooms come with air conditioning and heating, kitchen facilities and a flat-screen TV. There is also a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Towels and bed linen are provided. At Neerim Country Cottages, guests can enjoy a range of activities including a game of tennis at the on-site tennis court or alternatively, spend a cosy afternoon indoors at the games room. All accommodated options are self-catering. Restaurants, takeaway options and a supermarket are located in Neerim South, 5 km away. Warragul is 22 km from Neerim Country Cottages.Show full description
Beach front location. Great value. Set on acres of lovely parkland, Warragul Gardens Holiday Park features free Wi-Fi and an outdoor swimming pool. It is just 10 minutes' walk from Warragul's town centre. All cottages feature a patio and a fully equipped kitchen. Warragul Holiday Park Gippsland is a 6-minute walk from Warragul Bowling Club. It is a 5-minute drive from the Wild Dog Winery. The historic gold mining town of Walhalla is 80 km away. The property is located alongside a 4 km walking track and local sporting facilities including tennis courts, a swimming complex and a golf course. The air-conditioned cottages each offer a lounge area with a sofa and a flat-screen TV. All include outdoor furniture located out the front of each cottage. Guests have access to BBQ facilities, a communal laundry and a children's playground. There is free parking available on site.Show full description
Charming. Cosy rooms. The Lancefield Lodge features a fitness centre, garden, a shared lounge and restaurant in Lancefield. Among the various facilities are a bar, a tennis court, as well as barbecue facilities. The hotel has a sauna, room service and free WiFi. At the hotel all rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, towels and a patio with a garden view. The units will provide guests with a fridge. The Lancefield Lodge offers a sun terrace. You can play billiards, table tennis, and darts at the accommodation. Macedon Train Station is 32 km from The Lancefield Lodge, while Sunbury Train Station is 38 km away. The nearest airport is Melbourne Airport, 50 km from the hotel.Show full description
This small hotel has very cosy rooms and amazing staff.
Opened July 2023. Located in Craigieburn, 27 km from Sunbury Train Station, Marnong Estate provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. 31 km from Melbourne Zoo and 33 km from Melbourne City Conference Centre, the property features a bar and a tennis court. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower, all units at Marnong Estate have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and certain rooms here will provide you with a seating area. State Library of Victoria is 33 km from Marnong Estate, while Melbourne Museum is 33 km away. Melbourne Central Station is 33 km from the hotel and Block Arcade Melbourne is 33 km away. At the hotel, rooms are fitted with a balcony with a mountain view. At the accommodation every room has bed linen and towels. The nearest airport is Essendon Fields Airport, 18 km from the hotel.Show full description
Close to beach front. Great SPA. Set alongside the 13th Beach Golf Links, Barwon Heads Resort features 2 tennis courts and a fitness centre. Surrounded by sun lounges and umbrellas, guests can enjoy a relaxing swim in the large outdoor pool or children's wading pool. All accommodation offers a balcony or a patio. Barwon Heads Resort is a short walk from the 13th Beach surf beach. The Foreshore Reserve and the local shopping and dining haven of Hitchcock Avenue are both within a 10-minute drive from the property. Each air-conditioned apartment features a fully equipped kitchen and a dining setting. All include a lounge area with a sofa, a flat-screen TV and a DVD player.Show full description
Set amongst 10 acres of beautiful gardens, Lancemore Mansion Hotel Werribee Park offers contemporary accommodation with garden views. It features a day spa, an indoor swimming pool and a European restaurant. Lancemore Mansion Hotel Werribee Park is located next to the historic Chirnside Mansion. Werribee's Open Range Zoo and the National Equestrian Centre are each a 3-minute drive away. Guests can take a walk in the peaceful surroundings of the lovely gardens, or soak up the atmosphere around the open fire of the library. A range of beauty therapies are available at The Spa. Joseph’s Restaurant and Bar offers modern European cuisine and an extensive wine list featuring many premium varieties. It features beautiful views of Werribee Park.Show full description
Elegant. Great views. Popular among couples. Peppers Moonah Links Resort offers two 18-hole championship golf courses and a restaurant with panoramic views. Each room has a balcony overlooking the golf courses. The golf courses that surround Peppers Moonah Links hosted the 2005 Australian Open, offering world-class golf facilities. Guests also have access to a swimming pool and free mountain bikes. The natural thermal pools at Peninsula Hot Springs are located next to the resort. Free golf buggy transfers are available during day light hours. Pebbles Restaurant offers relaxed modern Australian dining, featuring an outdoor terrace and a dining room with views over the golf course. Spike Bar is ideal for a drink overlooking the greens. All rooms at Peppers Moonah Links include free Wi-Fi, full-length mirrors, Smart TVs and ultra-modern furnishings. Car parking is available directly outside every room. Guest must present vaccination certification upon check in after October 22nd 2021.Show full description
Opened September 2022. Offering mountain views, Flowerdale Estate in Strath Creek offers accommodation, an indoor pool, a garden, a tennis court, a bar and a shared lounge. This property offers access to a balcony, pool at the pool table, free private parking and free WiFi. The nearest airport is Melbourne Airport, 88 km from Flowerdale Estate. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. The units have a private bathroom with a hair dryer, while selected rooms will provide you with a terrace and others also have river views. At the aparthotel, units come with bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, fresh pastries and fruits are available every morning at the aparthotel. Guests may eat in the on-site restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch and high tea.Show full description
Set on 10 acres in Kalorama, Panorama Retreat & Resort is ideally located for exploring the Dandenong Ranges and Yarra Valley. Your accommodation offers free on-site parking. Panorama Retreat & Resort farm house is a 10-minute drive from Dandenong Ranges and a 14-minute drive from Eastwood Golf Club. Melbourne City Centre is 40 minutes’ drive away. All air-conditioned rooms feature garden views, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. There are a range of activities that can be enjoyed on-site, such as basketball and scenic walks.Show full description
RACV Healesville Country Club & Resort features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Healesville. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The resort has family rooms. The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. At RACV Healesville Country Club & Resort every room is fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Guests can relax in the spa and wellness centre, including an indoor pool, a fitness centre and a sauna, or in the garden equipped with a children's playground. You can play billiards, table tennis, and tennis at RACV Healesville Country Club & Resort. Free private parking and a business centre are available, as well as a 24-hour front desk. The nearest airport is Essendon Fields Airport, 66 km from the resort.Show full description
Point Lonsdale Guest House is located in a charming seaside village beside the Point Lonsdale Lighthouse. It offers a tennis court, an outdoor pool and free private parking. All guests receive 1GB of free Wi-Fi per day. Rooms at Point Lonsdale are comfortably furnished with a TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Select rooms come with seating areas and balconies. Guests can relax at the spa pool or swim laps at the outdoor pool. The guesthouse also provides barbecue facilities and a guest kitchen. Local activities like dolphin watching and golf can be arranged at the tour desk. Point Lonsdale Guest House is 31 km from Avalon Airport. There are surfing beaches and a fishing pier nearby.Show full description
Beach front location. Unique. Comfortable beds. Offering an outdoor pool and a tennis court, BIG4 Yarra Valley Park Lane Holiday Park is located in Healesville, 2 km from the Healesville Sanctuary. Free on site parking is provided. The cabin accommodation will provide you with a TV and air conditioning. There is also a full kitchen with refrigerator and kitchenware. The en suite bathroom also comes with a shower. Other facilities you will find at BIG4 Yarra Valley Park Lane Holiday Park include a games room, bike hire and jumping cushion. The property is a 20-minute drive from the Yarra Glenn Adventure Park and a 40-minute drive from Puffing Billy Railway. BIG4 Yarra Valley Park Lane Holiday Park is 61 km from Melbourne Airport. 2018 Gold Winner of RACV Victorian Tourism Awards - Unique Accommodation Category for Glamping Accommodation . Show full description
Just 1 km from Torquay Main Beach, Ingenia Holidays Torquay offers a solar-heated outdoor pool, a spa and a large variety of sports facilities. All self-contained cottages include a TV, microwave, stove and tea/coffee making facilities. Some have a fully equipped kitchen, a DVD player or a private patio. On-site sports facilities include tennis courts, a mini-golf course, cricket net and beach volleyball. There are undercover BBQ facilities where you can prepare a fresh-cooked meal. The games room offers table tennis, table soccer and arcade games. Ingenia Holidays Torquay is 5 minutes’ walk from Torquay town centre. It is 8 minutes’ drive from The Torquay Sands Golf Course and 22 minutes’ drive from Geelong.Show full description
Wyndham Resort Torquay showcases panoramic ocean views on Victoria’s Surf Coast. It is 5 minutes' drive from world famous Bells Beach. Located at the gateway to the Great Ocean Road, this resort is right opposite the beach at Zeally Bay and Torquay’s patrolled main beach and Surf Lifesaving Club is a 5-minute walk away. The resort features stylish guest rooms and spacious apartments, most with patios or private balconies. Facilities include an outdoor resort style swimming pool and spa pool, an indoor heated lap pool, barbecue area, a playground, fitness centre and tennis court. The resort boasts majestic views of Zeally Bay, and the Great Ocean Road just around the corner with a great stretch for surfing, swimming, shopping and fishing.Show full description
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