Victoria
Southwest of the centre on the Calder Hwy, these large self-contained units are an excellent, if more rustic, alternative to a drab motel. What it lacks…
Must-see hotels in Victoria
Allenvale Mill Site Campground
Great Ocean Road
At the back of Lorne, off Allenvale Rd, this free bush campground has picnic tables and non-flushing toilets but no fires; bring along a gas stove if you…
Victoria
Friendly A'Wangralea has a nostalgic family-holiday feel, offering comfortable cabins in various configurations; some have no AC but all have full cooking…
Port Fairy
Built in 1847, historic Seacombe House has cosy (OK, tiny) rooms, but it offers all the atmosphere and romance you'd hope for from this seafaring town…
Victoria
Those in town specifically for Sovereign Hill can't go past this lodge for convenience, as it's just a short stroll from the entrance gate. The grassy…
Great Ocean Road
A popular stopover for hikers tackling the Great Ocean Walk, these modern, fully self-contained apartments ensure a comfortable stay so you can rest up.
Victorian High Country
Arrayed around a compact lake on the edge of Mansfield in a pleasant semi-rural location, this spacious caravan park features a pool, mini golf, a camp…
Victoria
Thanks to a fantastic location on sandy Apex Beach, just outside town, this bush park is always popular – prices are 25% higher during school holidays…
Victoria
While the backpacker tour buses don't come through town any more, this old-school hostel remains as an excellent budget option, with dorms and a massive…
Victorian High Country
Shared four-bed rooms, doubles and family apartments are all on offer at this central option that's conveniently open all year round. There's also a good…
Victoria
Nati's pub has tidy motel-style self-contained units with air-con or classic pub rooms upstairs with shared bathrooms – but minus air-con, so it gets hot…
Victoria
Campsites are sprawled across the Tidal River precinct and along the foreshore close to the beach. A maximum of six campers are allowed at each site…
Melbourne
This privately owned, four-room guesthouse in a renovated, 19th-century terrace is well located, just a block from vibrant Lygon St. Rooms feature…
Bellarine Peninsula
Opening in the 1950s as a caravan park, this place has been in the family ever since, though these days it comprises tastefully furnished self-contained…
Great Ocean Road
This behemoth of a resort may still not suit Lorne, but once you're inside it's hard to knock its self-contained apartments with unbeatable ocean views –…
Victorian High Country
Four traditional suites and modern garden apartments are beautifully presented in this lovingly restored home (c 1896) with accommodation named after…
Great Ocean Road
On a lovely garden property replete with trees and birdlife, this friendly backpackers has dorm and private double options, both with cooking facilities…
Great Ocean Road
One of the most iconic houses along the Great Ocean Road, the Pole House is a unique architectural creation that, as the name suggests, sits atop a pole,…
Victorian High Country
Enzian has a good range of lodge rooms and apartments (sleeping up to 10) with all the facilities, alpine charm and an in-house restaurant and bar…
Victoria
Take in glorious views of the national park and farmland without leaving your bed in these private, stylish timber cottages. Three modern cottages are…
Great Ocean Road
Verandahs line this classic old two-storey building, by the river at the northern end of town. It’s a relaxed place with four-bunk dorms, a selection of…
Victoria
In the centre of Halls Gap but hidden behind the Stony Creek shops, this relaxed lodge has a spectacular mountainous backdrop. The spacious grounds have a…
Victoria
Most climbers head for this popular campground at the base of the mountain, with three separate sites – the Lower Gums, Pines and Upper Gums areas. There…
Bellarine Peninsula
In keeping with Queenscliff's historical charm, this two-bedroom Victorian cottage is surrounded by a flower garden. The living room boasts an open fire…
Great Ocean Road
Smack bang in the centre of Lorne's main strip, here everything's on your doorstep, including the ocean. There are self-contained apartments and less…
Victoria
In a heritage building that was originally a bank, the Ansonia exudes calm with its minimalist design, polished floors, dark-wood furnishings and light…
Victoria
This recently restored country house is beautifully presented, with decor that mixes contemporary style with rustic charm. It has three bedrooms, a light…
Victoria
A beautifully restored 19th-century hotel done up in elegant period style, Empyre occupies a perfect location for theatre and restaurants. It's the place…
Melbourne
Well located between the city centre and Lygon St restaurants, the Downtowner has a range of rooms, including connecting suites perfect for families…
Melbourne Region
Modelled on an old flour mill, this atmospheric choice in the centre of Olinda offers eight suites with four-poster beds and sitting areas; four have…
Victorian High Country
A convenient option in Falls Creek, Diana's has a mix of simple but homely rooms set over multiple levels with a classic alpine ambience. Lounge rooms…
Victoria
Dating from the 1920s, this attractive hotel has beautifully furnished upstairs rooms with period pieces handpicked by the owners over the years. Along…
Victorian High Country
On the banks of the Goulburn River about 5km southwest of Eildon, this is a fabulous family caravan park with two swimming pools, a playground, manicured…
Victoria
The most accessible of the park's free campgrounds is in Goongerah, an hour's drive north of Orbost. It's within a state forest at the edge of the park,…
Victorian High Country
These luxurious, architect-designed apartments have everything, including private outdoor hot tubs and the funky Milch Café. Open most months of the year…
Victoria
Dating back to the 1940s, this heritage-listed guesthouse has upstairs pub-style rooms ranging down a long corridor. Rooms are no frills but well suited…
Great Ocean Road
Notable for being right on the beach, this simple campground is just outside Apollo Bay in Skenes Creek. As well as campsites, it has old-school caravans…
Yarra Valley
These eight garden cottages have an old-fashioned ambience; features in each can include claw-foot baths, window seats, timber floors, stained-glass…
Victorian High Country
If the Murray River is too far, or you want more room to manoeuvre, Lake Eildon is the next best place in Victoria to stay on a houseboat. Here you can…
Warrnambool
A good choice for those on a budget who want their own space are these no-frills pub rooms. Don't expect to be charmed in any way – they're basic. The…
