Victorian High Country
Clean-lined Scandinavian design with plenty of pine-and-white furnishings dominates this gorgeous place. Every fitting is perfectly chosen and abundant…
Must-see hotels in Victoria
Victorian High Country
In the 1876 Oriental Bank, this sumptuous but homey place offers five-star Victorian luxury in six beautifully renovated rooms, right in the heart of town…
Great Ocean Road
The perfect choice for those seeking a romantic getaway or forest retreat, Qdos' luxury Zen tree houses are fitted with tatami mats, rice-paper screens…
Victoria
Allawah offers two lovely options in the heart of Bendigo's historic centre, both in heritage former bank buildings. The maisonette rooms at the rear of…
Victoria
A boutique accommodation-booking service, Flop House has nine wonderful options around town that are decked out with style and charm. Choose between…
Fitzroy, Collingwood & Abbotsford
Big couches, European appliances and balconies add to the appeal of these spacious, self-contained serviced apartments, while plenty of restaurants and…
St Kilda, Elwood & Elsternwick
This place has streamlined dorms with en suites and slick doubles, and one floor of women-only dorms, although cleanliness can be an issue. There's a free…
Victoria
In 2007 the Castlemaine Scout Hall (c 1908) was relocated to Harcourt to be converted into this stylish B&B. Its open-plan interior has high ceilings,…
Great Ocean Road
The panoramic ocean views from the balconies here are incredible. The three self-contained rooms are huge, with big brass beds, telescopes and a modern…
Novotel and Ibis Melbourne Central
Melbourne
Once you get your head around this sparkling dual hotel in the city centre, you'll realise it's a fabulous option for its location, cleanliness and design…
Victoria
This luxury B&B occupies a restored 19th-century weatherboard church that was relocated from Melbourne a few years back. The lavish suites feature…
Victoria
This remote lighthouse has two comfortable, heritage-listed cottages and one double bungalow, which originally housed the assistant lighthouse keepers…
Great Ocean Road
Reminiscent of a luxury African safari lodge, this mud-brick homestead stands in pastoral surrounds with plenty of wildlife. It's all solar powered and…
Warrnambool
A short stroll from the beach, this hostel meets all backpackers' needs, with a huge living area, a kitschy Aussie-themed bar, free wi-fi, a kitchen and…
Victoria
These two luxury villas are close to town, off Mackey’s Peak Rd, but they seem a world away when you’re reclining on your bed or by the log fire, taking…
Melbourne
This discreet Flinders Lane property has a glam European feel with design touches throughout. The lobby looks good enough to eat, although it could just…
Bellarine Peninsula
Dating back to 1860, beautifully kept, double-storey Athelstane House is notable as Queenscliff's oldest guesthouse. Its rooms are spotless, mixing period…
Victoria
The best of Ballarat's Victorian-era pubs was so named after it hosted the Prince of Wales and the Duke of Edinburgh, as well as literary royalty: Mark…
Great Ocean Road
There's a range of options at this romantic, windswept historic lighthouse. You can book out the whole Head Lightkeeper’s House (sleeps 16) or the smaller…
Port Campbell Guesthouse Flashpackers
Great Ocean Road
A place for independent-minded budget travellers who aren't into the hostel scene, this guesthouse feels more like going around to a mate's place. Set up…
Victoria
Retreat 2km from town to Kalimna Woods, set on a large bush-garden property complete with friendly resident sugar gliders and parrots. The self-contained…
Great Ocean Road
Brae's on-site boutique accommodation is only for guests dining at the restaurant. Each of the eco suites – fitted by renowned architects Six Degrees –…
Bellarine Peninsula
Just the place to soak up Queenscliff's historical atmosphere, this heritage fisher's cottage is fantastic value. Its claim to fame is as the residence of…
Geelong
Geelong's most stylish offerings are these boutique apartments, housed in a 1926 heritage-listed building (the former Gordon Tech school). Many of the…
Melbourne
This imposing neoclassical building (1875) once housed a branch of the Bank of Australasia. A lofty public bar now fills downstairs, leading up to a…
Melbourne
This exclusive spot across from the Botanic Gardens spares no detail – or expense. It's quiet and has Le Labo toiletries; the price includes breakfast by…
Mallacoota Wilderness Houseboats
Victoria
These six-berth houseboats are the perfect way to explore Mallacoota’s waterways, and they're economical for a group or family. Fully self-contained, they…
Great Ocean Road
Right across from the sand, this fantastic, sprawling 1940s beach house will appeal to those looking for a more quirky-style backpacker with true Apollo…
Melbourne Region
Inspired by traditional places of renewal and rejuvenation in Japan, this spa getaway has six rooms surrounding a serene Zen garden. Each room has tatami…
Victoria
The contemporary blends seamlessly with the historical in this renovated 1871 home. The rooms have a luxurious but welcoming feel, and the friendly…
Warrnambool
The Cally (c 1892) has undergone a modern refit to reopen as one of the city's best pubs, with upstairs rooms that are excellent value. Don't expect…
Great Ocean Road
This modern, sprawling double-storey backpackers has a range of clean mixed dorms and private rooms, along with a huge shared kitchen and an even bigger…
Great Ocean Road
On the main highway in Torquay (not Bells Beach), this laid-back backpackers does a great job of fitting into the fabric of this surf town. Run by…
Great Ocean Road
The friendly bush Kennett River Holiday Park is one of the best sites along the coast, equally popular with surfers, families, travellers and young…
Great Ocean Road
These self-contained villas, great for families or couples, are well placed a short walk from the beach, pub and shops. Rooms range from studios to two…
Victorian High Country
Located in Mansfield's semi-rural outskirts, Overflow's four two-bedroom cottages are all surprisingly spacious and kitted out with full kitchens and…
Geelong
In a prime location in the centre of town, this guesthouse is one of Geelong's best midrange choices. Built in 1897, it features gorgeous timber…
Port Fairy
Easily the best budget option in town, in the rambling 1844 home of merchant William Rutledge, this friendly, well-run hostel has a large kitchen, a pool…
Victoria
At the back of a historic convent (c 1860), this self-contained bungalow surrounded by garden is a great choice for artists, writers and art-lovers. The…
Victoria
Nestled in bushland, these large safari tents each have their own deck, bathroom, queen-size bed, fridge and heating, and there's a communal tent kitchen…
