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

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a small table with chairs, and a window.

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

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

1. Buchan Motel

Buchan

Rachael

CA $187

CA $207 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

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 car parked in front, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

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

2. ORBOST MOTEL

Orbost

David

CA $161

CA $177 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a television screen displaying a program.

A pool table in a room with large windows, a brick wall, and a hanging light fixture.

A neatly made bed with white bedding and a brown pillow, a potted orchid plant, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a woven macrame wall hanging.

A cozy indoor seating area with a wood-burning stove, leather chairs, and a wooden table.

3. Mallacoota Hotel Motel

Mallacoota

nicholas

CA $173

CA $192 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a brown leather sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

A sauna room with wooden walls and a bench.

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

4. Bairnsdale Motel

Lucknow

Geoffrey

CA $134

CA $148 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

A park with a large yellow tree, a lamp post, and a grassy area.

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

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 18 - Oct 19

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 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.

A wooden house with a balcony covered in flowering vines.

6. The Goat and Goose B&B

Lakes Entrance

Dean

CA $132

CA $165 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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 backyard with a covered patio, a pool, and a fenced area.

A modern apartment with a kitchen, dining area, and living room.

7. Sandbar Motel

Lakes Entrance

Ghee Kuan Dianna

CA $136

CA $149 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

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

A hotel entrance with a reception desk, a check-in counter, and a sign indicating availability.

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

8. The Riversleigh

Bairnsdale

Greg

CA $137

CA $152 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

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.

9. The Moorings at Metung

Metung

John

CA $216

CA $238 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A room with a brick wall, a grey sofa, a small table with a plant, a wooden coat rack, and a TV mounted on the wall.

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

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

10. Colonial Bank Motel

Omeo

Gunaseelan

CA $163

CA $181 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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 sandy beach with footprints leading to the water.

A hotel room with a gray sofa, a round table with chairs, and a painting on the wall.

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

11. Cunningham Shore Motel

Lakes Entrance

Ivan

CA $135

CA $150 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A waterfront property with a dock, paddleboard, and a bench by the water.

A waterfront property with a dock, a boat, and a building with a red roof.

A modern building with a gravel pathway, outdoor seating, and greenery.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a large island with bar stools.

12. Mariners Cove at Paynesville Motel & Apartments

Paynesville

Ann

CA $193

CA $213 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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.

13. Metung Waters

Metung

Peter

CA $166

CA $183 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A lush garden with various plants and a wooden structure.

A marina with boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.

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

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

14. Coastal Waters Motor Inn

Lakes Entrance

Chris

CA $180

CA $199 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

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 spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a tiled backsplash, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

15. Kalimna Woods Cottages

Kalimna

Elizabeth

CA $170

CA $187 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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 balcony with a round table and two chairs, a metal railing, and a view of a green lawn and buildings in the background.

A multi-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a parking lot in front.

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakes Entrance

Lakes Entrance

Robert

CA $125

CA $138 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A triangular-shaped building with large glass windows and a central entrance.

A red door with the number 2, a window, and a small patio area with a table and chairs.

A view through a sliding glass door into a backyard with a wooden deck and trees.

A beach with a sunset, pebbles, and trees.

17. The Abbey Raymond Island

Raymond Island

Kirsty

CA $114

CA $127 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A spacious modern kitchen with a large island, large windows with a view of the water, and a dining area with white chairs and a glass table.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large TV displaying a tropical scene.

A modern multi-story hotel with outdoor seating areas and landscaped gardens.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a view of the city through large windows.

18. The Esplanade Resort and Spa

Lakes Entrance

Laura

CA $216

CA $241 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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 forested hiking trail with stone steps.

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

19. Down to Earth Farm Retreat

Sarsfield

Rosemary

CA $232

CA $232 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A swimming pool with a blue interior, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a yellow facade.

A row of blue and white mobile homes with a uniform design, each featuring a porch with decorative railings.

A modern apartment with a living room, dining area, and kitchen.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets and a black countertop, a black sofa with patterned cushions, and a round table with a remote control and a small plant.

20. BIG4 Whiters Holiday Village

Lakes Entrance

Emily

CA $168

CA $168 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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Vacation Rentals in Lakes and Wilderness

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, a grassy area, and a road leading to the water.

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

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."

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."

Apartment

A modern living room with a dark blue sofa, a white coffee table, and a glass door leading to an outdoor area with a view of the sea.

A modern kitchen with a Bosch refrigerator, a dishwasher, and a stove. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a balcony with a view of trees.

A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a view of the city.

A modern multi-story building with a dock and boats.

5 Knots Metung

Metung

"Property is clean and well equipped. It is close to restaurants and shops, and is right opposite to the beach front. We really enjoyed the stay."

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 swimming pool with a covered patio area, surrounded by trees and outdoor seating.

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

Waverley House Cottages

Lakes Entrance

"Loved my stay was very relaxing. "

Camping

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

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

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

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

Mingling Waters

Nowa Nowa

"Excellent Accommodation top rating "

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

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

Edgewater Terraces at Metung

Metung

"Great friendly service Great accommodation walkable into town "

Villa

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

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.

A marina with docked boats, a wooden dock, and residential buildings in the background.

Captains Cove Resort - Waterfront Apartment

Paynesville

"Great place to relax "

Apartment

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

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 spacious balcony with a glass table, leather sofas, and a TV stand.

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

Ultimate Holiday Apartments

Lakes Entrance

"Clean and beautiful hotel "

Apartment

A waterfront property with multiple houses, each featuring balconies and large windows.

An aerial view of a coastal area with a long stretch of beach, clear blue waters, and a row of buildings along the shore.

A couple walking on a wooden boardwalk with a blue building in the background.

A wooden deck with a view of a calm river and dock, surrounded by greenery and a white building.

Captains Cove Waterfront Resort

Paynesville

"Beautiful lake view and close to restaurants."

Cabin

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

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

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table, and a black leather sofa.

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."

Apartment

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

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

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and sink. There is a dining table with chairs and a small window with curtains.

Anchorage Holiday Units

Lakes Entrance

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

Apartment

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by windows and chairs.

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 "

Apartment

A swimming pool with a wooden fence and a building with a balcony.

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.

Allambi Holiday Apartments

Lakes Entrance

"smooth with a clean and well located apartment"

Aparthotel

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a glass partition.

Quest Bairnsdale

Bairnsdale

"Easy after hours check in. Nice rooms."

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."

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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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A large fishing boat on calm ocean waters with waves crashing onto the shore.

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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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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East Gippsland Rail Trail

8.2/10 (59 reviews)

You can take time to visit East Gippsland Rail Trail during your travels to Bairnsdale. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in the 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 Murrindal and Lilly Pilly Cave Reserve and Buchan Caves 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.

Top Lakes and Wilderness Hotel Reviews

Bellevue on the Lakes

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing property to stay at with the family. Apartment was far more than we were expecting and the kids live the pool & spa..."

Maeburn Cottages - Self-contained Lakeside Getaway

10/10 Excellent

"Dorothy was very polite and welcoming host and met us during check in. BothCheck in and check out process was very easy. The cottage was as advertised, clean and very pet-friendly. Cottage had all the amenities and had a comfortable stay. Joe’s Cafe & Fish and chips shop were really good . We also enjoyed picking up boysenberries and eating them straight from the tree in the car parking spot. Will visit again. Thanks."

Bairnsdale Tanjil Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Really good if you got bikes. We were able to keep the bikes inside overnight. There is a hose near the pool to wash bikes as well. We had a separate smaller bedroom and a main bedroom within our cabin and plenty of tea and coffee. However the neighbours were noisy and did not a get a good night sleep."

Mariners Cove at Paynesville Motel & Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect stay"

Lakeside Motel Waterfront

8/10 Good

"Clean room"

Quest Bairnsdale

8/10 Good

"Room was clean the only downside was body wash was empty and had not powder for the washing machine"

Mallacoota Hotel Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Nice, clean and spacious room right in town. Private and quiet. Good for an overnight."

Comfort Inn & Suites Lakes Entrance

10/10 Excellent

"Standard motel room, but very clean and spacious, with a very large bathroom. Central location along the Esplanade, but private and quiet. Good for an overnight."

Bruces Waterside Units

10/10 Excellent

"Great location near shops, pub, restaurants and waterside."

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Koonwarra Holiday Park

687 The Esplanade Lakes Entrance VIC

CA $125

CA $125 total

Oct 10 - Oct 11

includes taxes & fees

8.4/10 Very good! (378 reviews)

The Abbey Raymond Island

1-25 First Parade Raymond Island VIC

CA $114

CA $127 total

Oct 10 - Oct 11

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (60 reviews)

Lakeside Motel Waterfront

164 Marine Parade Lakes Entrance VIC

CA $120

CA $133 total

Oct 10 - Oct 11

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (652 reviews)

Albatross Motor Inn

661 Esplanade Lakes Entrance VIC

CA $122

CA $135 total

Oct 10 - Oct 11

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)

Orbost Country Man Motor Inn

59 Salisbury St Orbost VIC

CA $150

CA $165 total

Oct 10 - Oct 11

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (47 reviews)

ORBOST MOTEL

3-5 Irvines Rd Orbost VIC

CA $161

CA $177 total

Oct 10 - Oct 11

includes taxes & fees

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Our top choices for Lakes and Wilderness hotels

1. Buchan Motel

2. ORBOST MOTEL

3. Mallacoota Hotel Motel

4. Bairnsdale Motel

5. Bairnsdale Main Motel

6. The Goat and Goose B&B

7. Sandbar Motel

8. The Riversleigh

9. The Moorings at Metung

10. Colonial Bank Motel

11. Cunningham Shore Motel

12. Mariners Cove at Paynesville Motel & Apartments

13. Metung Waters

14. Coastal Waters Motor Inn

15. Kalimna Woods Cottages

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakes Entrance

17. The Abbey Raymond Island

18. The Esplanade Resort and Spa

19. Down to Earth Farm Retreat

20. BIG4 Whiters Holiday Village

Vacation Rentals in Lakes and Wilderness

Bruces Waterside Units

Kalimna Woods Cottages

5 Knots Metung

Waverley House Cottages

Mingling Waters

Edgewater Terraces at Metung

Captains Cove Resort - Waterfront Apartment

Ultimate Holiday Apartments

Captains Cove Waterfront Resort

Ocean Bridge Lakes Entrance

Anchorage Holiday Units

Captains Cove Luxury Apartments - 1st Floor Spa Deluxe

Allambi Holiday Apartments

Quest Bairnsdale

Lazy Acre Log Cabins

Stay near popular Lakes and Wilderness attractions

Lakes Entrance Lookout

Main Beach

Buchan Caves

Lakes Entrance Visitor Information Centre

East Gippsland Rail Trail

Mitchell River Silt Jetties Gippsland Lakes Reserve

Metung Hot Springs

Learn more about Lakes and Wilderness

Top Lakes and Wilderness Hotel Reviews

Bellevue on the Lakes

Maeburn Cottages - Self-contained Lakeside Getaway

Bairnsdale Tanjil Motor Inn

Mariners Cove at Paynesville Motel & Apartments

Lakeside Motel Waterfront

Quest Bairnsdale

Mallacoota Hotel Motel

Comfort Inn & Suites Lakes Entrance

Bruces Waterside Units

More cheap stays in Lakes and Wilderness

Koonwarra Holiday Park

The Abbey Raymond Island

Lakeside Motel Waterfront

Albatross Motor Inn

Orbost Country Man Motor Inn

ORBOST MOTEL

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