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A covered outdoor area with picnic tables and a view of rolling hills.

A white building with a sloped roof, surrounded by trees and a gravel driveway.

A room with a leather chair, a potted plant, and a window with a view of trees.

A landscape with a winding road, dense foliage, and distant hills.

1. Buchan Motel

Buchan

Rachael

CA $203

CA $223 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A person relaxing on a green float in a clear blue pool.

An aerial view of a beach with clear turquoise waters and gentle waves.

A beach with white sand and colorful rock formations.

An aerial view of a coastal town with a marina, residential areas, and a beach.

2. Mallacoota Hotel Motel

Mallacoota

Calvin Savio

CA $179

CA $198 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel room with two beds, a large abstract painting, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A hot tub in a backyard with a wooden fence, a table, and chairs.

A sauna room with wooden walls and a bench.

A building with numbered doors, outdoor seating, and small trees in front.

3. Bairnsdale Motel

Lucknow

Kenneth

CA $137

CA $152 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A room with a wooden floor, two floral-patterned chairs, a small table with a lamp, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

A wooden building with a view of the sea, surrounded by greenery and white flowering plants.

A rustic cabin interior with a central wood-burning stove, wooden beams, a balcony, and a cozy seating area.

A room with a large window overlooking a coastal landscape, including a view of the sea and distant buildings.

4. The Goat and Goose B&B

Lakes Entrance

Dean

CA $143

CA $177 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a black office chair, a white door, and wall-mounted pictures of landscapes.

An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a grill, and a wooden fence.

A motel with a distinctive triangular roof structure, a covered parking area, and a white car parked in front.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned bedspread and pillows, and a pair of towels on each bed.

5. Bairnsdale Main Motel

Bairnsdale

Louise

CA $71

CA $79 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a desk, a TV, and a window with a view of mountains.

A room with two armchairs, a small table, and a floor lamp. A large window offers a view of trees and a building.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a brick arch, a window with a view, a stove, a sink, and a dishwasher.

A spacious living room with a dining area, large windows, a fireplace, and a ceiling fan.

6. Colonial Bank Motel

Omeo

Gunaseelan

CA $167

CA $185 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A lush garden with various plants and a wooden structure.

A beach with footprints in the sand, waves approaching the shore, and a cloudy sky.

A backyard with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a patio area with lounge chairs.

A room with a brick wall, a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a chair.

7. Coastal Waters Motor Inn

Lakes Entrance

Bernice

CA $201

CA $222 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden tray with a bottle of MUMM wine and two glasses, and a view of a green landscape through a window.

A cozy room with a bed, a small table with glasses and a bottle, a bench, and a view of a grassy area.

A tree-lined driveway with a covered outdoor seating area and a building on the right.

An outdoor patio with a wooden table, two glasses of champagne, and a bottle of Mumm wine.

8. Marlo Hideaway

Marlo

Glenn

CA $168

CA $185 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A living room with a sofa, TV, and lamp. There is a dining area with chairs and a table.

An outdoor patio with a table and benches under a large umbrella, surrounded by greenery and a rustic building with a refrigerator and barrel.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a hanging light fixture, and a painting of a landscape.

A cozy living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a hanging light fixture. There is a fireplace and a television on a wooden stand.

9. Kalimna Woods Cottages

Kalimna

Elizabeth

CA $171

CA $188 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and artwork on the walls.

Two leather armchairs in a room with wooden flooring, a small table, and a window with a view of the outside.

A modern building with a covered porch, a gravel driveway, and a parked truck.

A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a refrigerator, and a window.

10. ORBOST MOTEL

Orbost

"I and my husband stayed here a year ago and had no hesitation in rebooking for our latest trip as we were absolutely blown away by this "unassuming " motel. The staff were friendly and the rooms were amazing. It was well stocked and the prices for the food offered in the rooms were not astronomical as in many other motels we've stayed in. We will definitely be staying here again on our trips between Wollongong and Melbourne."

Wendy

CA $163

CA $179 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A modern building with a reception area, large windows, and potted plants.

A balcony with a table, a vase with flowers, and a view of a marina with boats and a road.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a vase with flowers, and a kitchen in the background.

11. Lakeside Motel Waterfront

Lakes Entrance

Elaine

CA $120

CA $133 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small round table, a television, and a balcony with outdoor furniture.

A swimming pool with a fenced area, a shaded seating area, and a clear blue sky.

A building with a sign for 'Motel & Apartments Metung Waters' and a 'VACANCY' sign.

A hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

12. Metung Waters

Metung

Sharon

CA $167

CA $184 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A marina with boats docked, surrounded by residential buildings with a waterfront view.

A balcony with a glass door, white outdoor furniture, and a view of boats on the water.

A row of modern, white buildings with multiple balconies and a clear blue sky.

A dining area with a large window overlooking a tree and a body of water.

13. The Moorings at Metung

Metung

John

CA $217

CA $238 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

The Ocean Views Motel with a clear entrance and a sign indicating the Lakes Entrance.

A hotel bathroom with a sink, mirror, microwave, and a small refrigerator.

A sign for Ocean Views Motel with a phone number and directions to the Queen and Reception areas.

14. Ocean Views Motel Lakes Entrance

Kalimna

Gill

CA $75

CA $83 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A modern hotel room with a bed, a grey sofa, a small bedside table, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a kitchenette with a microwave and sink.

A patio with a round glass table and metal chairs, a pool in the background, and a wooden fence.

A swimming pool with a wooden fence, a lounge chair, and a palm tree.

A sandy beach with footprints leading to the water.

15. Cunningham Shore Motel

Lakes Entrance

Patricia

CA $138

CA $153 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a bench, and a large window with sheer curtains.

A modern interior with a long bench, round tables, and a dining area with chairs.

A modern kitchen with integrated appliances, a dining area with a sofa and chairs, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies on each floor, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

16. Quest Bairnsdale

Bairnsdale

Catherine

CA $170

CA $187 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A bar area with high stools, a patterned floor, and a chandelier.

A room with a fireplace, green sofa, and a large window.

A bar area with a counter, shelves of bottles, and hanging lights.

A room with two upholstered chairs, a patterned rug, a framed painting, and a potted plant.

17. The Riversleigh

Bairnsdale

Greg

CA $143

CA $158 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a view of the city.

A backyard with a swimming pool, a wooden deck, and lounge chairs.

A Comfort Inn & Suites sign with a lakes entrance, outdoor pool, BBQ area, and picnic area.

A playground with swings and a slide, surrounded by trees and a sign indicating a 30-minute parking limit.

18. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakes Entrance

Lakes Entrance

Robert

CA $125

CA $138 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A neatly made bed with a grey blanket, pillows, and a folded towel.

A cozy room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a large plant.

A room with a round mirror, a chair, a table, and a lamp.

A room with a round table, two chairs, a red sofa, a floor lamp, and a window with curtains.

19. Mitchell on Main Motel & Apartments

Bairnsdale

Lenore

CA $126

CA $139 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A bedroom with two beds, a large window, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a cityscape artwork on the wall.

A modern bedroom with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table, a bed with a white headboard, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A dining table with a bowl of food, a vase with flowers, and several glasses of juice.

20. Sandbar Motel

Lakes Entrance

Ghee Kuan Dianna

CA $130

CA $143 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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Vacation Rentals in Lakes and Wilderness

Cottage

Kalimna Woods Cottages

Kalimna

"If you are looking for a cottage in the woods that gives you a camping feel and is a stones throw from the water and township, then this is the place for you. I absolutely loved the fireplace."

Aparthotel

Quest Bairnsdale

Bairnsdale

"Easy after hours check in. Nice rooms."

Cottage

A house with a covered porch, a dining area with chairs, and a large window.

A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a fireplace.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a dining area with wooden chairs.

A residential area with multiple houses, a central road, and surrounding greenery.

Waverley House Cottages

Lakes Entrance

"Loved my stay was very relaxing. "

Apartment

A spacious interior with a wooden staircase, a high ceiling, and a view through a skylight.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a large window, and a built-in bookshelf.

A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a tiled backsplash. There are wicker chairs around the island and a dining table with chairs in the adjacent room.

A hotel with multiple floors, a covered outdoor area, and a truck parked in front.

Ultimate Holiday Apartments

Lakes Entrance

"Clean and beautiful hotel "

Apartment

An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, clear blue waters, and a mix of sandy and vegetated areas.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a large shade sail, and a brick building in the background.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in oven, and a refrigerator.

A room with three leather armchairs, a large window, and a framed picture on the wall.

Allambi Holiday Apartments

Lakes Entrance

"smooth with a clean and well located apartment"

Villa

A wooden deck with a view of a calm lake, surrounded by lush greenery and a dock with boats.

A wooden dining table with black placemats and a central woven bowl.

A deck with a table and chairs overlooking a calm water body with boats and houses in the background.

A living room with a blue sofa, a wooden dining table with black chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a large window with a view of the outdoors.

Captains Cove Resort - Waterfront Apartment

Paynesville

"Very peaceful "

Cottage

A modern house with a large deck, surrounded by dense greenery and a dirt road.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a golf course.

A living room with a black leather sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A bed with a wooden headboard, white and gray pillows, and a black quilted blanket.

Down to Earth Farm Retreat

Sarsfield

"The property is unique, interesting, relaxing, quiet and the hosts are friendly and helpful."

Apartment

A marina with several docked boats, a row of modern houses, and a clear blue sky.

A modern residential building with multiple balconies and a paved driveway.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a wooden island with bar stools.

A marina with docks and a wooden walkway leading to the water.

Captains Cove Luxury Apartments - 1st Floor Spa Deluxe

Paynesville

"The room was awesome, nice and clean and very nicely laid out. The parking was a lil bit tight but that certainly doesn’t take away the location and the place it’s self. Will definitely be my go to place when staying in Paynesville "

Vacation Home

A two-story building with a balcony on the upper floor, surrounded by trees.

A pool area with a deck, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

A living room with a large flat-screen TV, a fireplace, a leather sofa, and a dining table.

A modern living room with a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a fireplace.

Edgewater Terraces at Metung

Metung

"Great friendly service Great accommodation walkable into town "

Apartment

An outdoor kitchen with a grill, sink, and dining table set with plates, glasses, and food.

A log cabin interior with a sofa set, a coffee table, a ceiling fan, and a mounted television.

A residential area with a house featuring a yellow exterior and a small garden with various plants and flowers.

A log cabin interior with two patterned sofas, a wooden coffee table, a mounted TV, and a painting on the wall.

Lazy Acre Log Cabins

Lakes Entrance

"Comfortable, Helen very hospitable and obliging."

Apartment

A residential area with a gravel driveway leading to a house with a red roof.

A narrow hallway with a glass door leading to a bathroom.

A compact kitchen with a gas stove, oven, and sink. A dining table with chairs is in the foreground.

Anchorage Holiday Units

Lakes Entrance

"Everything was fine"

Cabin

A compact kitchen with a dining area, a gas stove, and a view of the outside.

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a window with curtains.

A modern living room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, and a sofa set.

Ocean Bridge Lakes Entrance

Lakes Entrance

"Really nice cabin in a secluded quiet spot, even though it was in the middle of town close to everything."

Camping

A spacious living room with a wooden ceiling, a large sofa set, a coffee table, and a rug.

A tent with a bed, a small table with a kettle, and a window with a view of trees and a car.

A pool table in a room with wooden walls and large windows, a fireplace, and several chairs.

A rustic wooden cabin with a covered patio area, benches, and string lights.

Mingling Waters

Nowa Nowa

"Excellent Accommodation top rating "

Apartment

A glass-top table with four chairs, a pitcher, and a small plant on a wooden deck overlooking a body of water.

A marina with boats docked at a pier, surrounded by grassy banks and trees.

A marina with boats docked, a grassy area, and a road leading to the water.

A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Bruces Waterside Units

Mallacoota

"We stayed here for 3 nights and had a wonderful experience. The accommodation was clean, comfortable, and well maintained, with everything we needed for our stay. The location was convenient and close to local attractions. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here and would happily recommend it to others."

Apartment

A kitchen with white cabinets, a large island, and a view of a lake through the sliding glass doors.

A swimming pool with a stone deck, surrounded by a fenced area with chairs and palm trees.

A room with a brick wall, a sofa with cushions, a round coffee table, and a window with a view of greenery outside.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a granite countertop, and a built-in microwave.

Hybiscus Waterfront Apartments

Lakes Entrance

"Awesome company, great accommodation, clean well equipped awesome location "

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A sandy beach with gentle waves and a boat in the distance.

Main Beach

9.2/10 (863 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Main Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Lakes Entrance. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

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A river with a bridge, boats, and a coastal area with greenery and buildings.

Lakes Entrance Lookout

9.2/10 (344 reviews)

Get the perfect introduction to the gorgeous waterfront town of Lakes Entrance when you visit the hilltop that looks out over the surrounding waterways and dunes.

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Buchan Caves

9.4/10 (78 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Buchan Caves, a lovely green space in Buchan. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

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Lakes Entrance Visitor Information Centre

8.8/10 (309 reviews)

After visiting Lakes Entrance Visitor Information Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lakes Entrance. Wander the lakeside and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

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Wyanga Park Winery

8.2/10 (121 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Wyanga Park Winery during your travels to Lakes Entrance. Wander the lakeside and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

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Mitchell River Silt Jetties Gippsland Lakes Reserve

8.6/10 (71 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mitchell River Silt Jetties Gippsland Lakes Reserve, a lovely green space in Eagle Point. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Metung Hot Springs

You can take time to visit Metung Hot Springs during your travels to Metung. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Head to sights like Buchan Caves and Stony Creek Trestle Bridge as you discover Lakes and Wilderness.

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A coastal landscape with a clear view of the sea, a sandy beach, and a person standing on a grassy hill.

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Maeburn Cottages - Self-contained Lakeside Getaway

8/10 Good

"Pet friendly and clean. Great for stop over"

The Esplanade Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and"

Anchorage Holiday Units

8/10 Good

"Location was perfect walking distance to Main Street. Beds where comfortable Kitchen was well maintained"

Heyfield Motel & Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"All basic ammenities were provided and the staff were very helpful and responsive to feedback. Not too close and not too far away from Lakes Entrance central making it a convenient and quiet stay."

Ocean Views Motel Lakes Entrance

10/10 Excellent

"Really good budget-friendly places to stay, and the area is absolutely beautiful. There are some amazing lookouts nearby with stunning views. I really enjoyed my stay and will definitely be coming back again! 😊"

Bellevue on the Lakes

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay for a nice get away. Clean and comfortable and staff were very helpful and friendly. Will definitely stay again without any doubt..."

Lakeside Motel Waterfront

8/10 Good

"The room was spacious and their was more cutlery and crockery than you would normally find in a motel room."

Sandbar Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff, clean room in a great location."

Bairnsdale Main Motel

10/10 Excellent

"For the money it's great value. TV has all the channels on Foxtel. Great for the single traveller"

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Lakeside Motel Waterfront

164 Marine Parade Lakes Entrance VIC

CA $120

CA $133 total

Oct 8 - Oct 9

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (649 reviews)

Koonwarra Holiday Park

687 The Esplanade Lakes Entrance VIC

CA $139

CA $139 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

includes taxes & fees

8.4/10 Very good! (376 reviews)

Orbost Country Man Motor Inn

59 Salisbury St Orbost VIC

CA $151

CA $166 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (47 reviews)

ORBOST MOTEL

3-5 Irvines Rd Orbost VIC

CA $163

CA $179 total

Oct 3 - Oct 4

includes taxes & fees

9.6/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)

Colonial Bank Motel

159 Day Ave Omeo VIC

CA $167

CA $185 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

includes taxes & fees

7.6/10 Good! (11 reviews)

Albatross Motor Inn

661 Esplanade Lakes Entrance VIC

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9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)

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Our top choices for Lakes and Wilderness hotels

1. Buchan Motel

2. Mallacoota Hotel Motel

3. Bairnsdale Motel

4. The Goat and Goose B&B

5. Bairnsdale Main Motel

6. Colonial Bank Motel

7. Coastal Waters Motor Inn

8. Marlo Hideaway

9. Kalimna Woods Cottages

10. ORBOST MOTEL

11. Lakeside Motel Waterfront

12. Metung Waters

13. The Moorings at Metung

14. Ocean Views Motel Lakes Entrance

15. Cunningham Shore Motel

16. Quest Bairnsdale

17. The Riversleigh

18. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakes Entrance

19. Mitchell on Main Motel & Apartments

20. Sandbar Motel

Vacation Rentals in Lakes and Wilderness

Kalimna Woods Cottages

Quest Bairnsdale

Waverley House Cottages

Ultimate Holiday Apartments

Allambi Holiday Apartments

Captains Cove Resort - Waterfront Apartment

Down to Earth Farm Retreat

Captains Cove Luxury Apartments - 1st Floor Spa Deluxe

Edgewater Terraces at Metung

Lazy Acre Log Cabins

Anchorage Holiday Units

Ocean Bridge Lakes Entrance

Mingling Waters

Bruces Waterside Units

Hybiscus Waterfront Apartments

Stay near popular Lakes and Wilderness attractions

Main Beach

Lakes Entrance Lookout

Buchan Caves

Lakes Entrance Visitor Information Centre

Wyanga Park Winery

Mitchell River Silt Jetties Gippsland Lakes Reserve

Metung Hot Springs

Learn more about Lakes and Wilderness

Top Lakes and Wilderness Hotel Reviews

Maeburn Cottages - Self-contained Lakeside Getaway

The Esplanade Resort and Spa

Anchorage Holiday Units

Heyfield Motel & Apartments

Ocean Views Motel Lakes Entrance

Bellevue on the Lakes

Lakeside Motel Waterfront

Sandbar Motel

Bairnsdale Main Motel

More cheap stays in Lakes and Wilderness

Lakeside Motel Waterfront

Koonwarra Holiday Park

Orbost Country Man Motor Inn

ORBOST MOTEL

Colonial Bank Motel

Albatross Motor Inn

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