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About the Hotel

8 Observatory Road, Mount Dandenong, Australia, 3767
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Close to Mount Dandenong Observatory
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Offering a patio and a shared lounge, and views of the mountain, Observatory Cottages Mount Dandenong hotel is located 25 minutes' walk from Kalorama Park. The bed & breakfast offers a view of Port Phillip Bay.

Location

You'll need 60-minute drive to Essendon Fields airport. The welcoming hotel is also 4.4 km from the Woolrich Lookout in Mount Dandenong.

A short way from the Dandenong Ranges is a perk for guests staying at the Observatory Cottages.

Observatory Road/Ridge Road bus stop lies 5 minutes' walk away.

Rooms

An iron and climate control, along with tea and coffee-making facilities, provide in-room convenience at this accommodation. They are also complete with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and kitchenware. Bathrooms include a spa bathtub, a spa tub, and a separate toilet, and such comforts as a hairdryer and shower caps.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the quaint Alfred Nicholas Gardens for stunning scenery.
  • Savor the homemade scones at Miss Marples Cafe - a local favorite.
  • Explore the Dandenong Ranges National Park for breathtaking views.
  • Check out the SkyHigh Mount Dandenong for spectacular sunset vistas.
  • Discover the unique crafts at the Mount Dandenong Farmers Market.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Windsong Cottage
2 persons
400 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Queen Suite
2 persons
455 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Ironbark Cottage
2 persons
400 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Owls Croft Cottage
2 persons
410 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Key access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Spa centre

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table

Bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Location

8 Observatory Road, Mount Dandenong, Australia, 3767
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8 Observatory Road, Mount Dandenong, Australia, 3767
Nearby
26 Observatory Road
SkyHigh Mount Dandenong
1100 ft
Melbourne
Dandenong Ranges
1100 ft
26 Observatory Rd
Mount Dandenong Observatory
1100 ft
1402 Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd
William Ricketts Sanctuary
1900 ft
Kyeema Track
Burkes Lookout
1100 ft
65 Ridge Rd
Mount Dandenong Arboretum
1900 ft
26 Observatory Rd
Mt Dandenong
1100 ft
Mount Dandenong VIC 3767
Mt Dandenong Arboretum
1900 ft
Restaurants
Canadian Pancakes
1.2 mi
1381 Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd
Getting around
City Centre
Mount Dandenong10 min  ·  2700 ft
Airports
Essendon Fields Airport (MEB)84 min  ·  34.8 mi
Tullamarine Airport (MEL)95 min  ·  39.0 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:30
Check-out
until 10 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs AUD 15 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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