Title: Observatory Cottages - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Observatory Cottages Cottage in Melbourne with private hot tub and kitchen ![Romantic Cottage, 1 Queen Bed (Owls Croft) | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28810000/28808800/28808710/15832309.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Romantic Cottage, 1 Queen Bed (Windsong)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28810000/28808800/28808710/e9c105a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Townhome (Candlewick)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28810000/28808800/28808710/c595cff3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Romantic Cottage, 1 Queen Bed (Owls Croft)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28810000/28808800/28808710/81382f93.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Romantic Cottage, 1 Queen Bed (Ironbark)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28810000/28808800/28808710/fce78ab1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Prices - Amenities - Policies You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities at Observatory Cottages. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMelbourne-Hotels-Observatory-Cottages.h28808710.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMelbourne-Hotels-Observatory-Cottages.h28808710.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-37.83014%2C145.35281&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=PtzPajIzWNwgLz3VaJ2_t7p9ftE=) 8 Observatory Road, Mount Dandenong, VIC, 3767 #### What's nearby - Dandenongs - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Dandenong Ranges National Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - William Ricketts Sanctuary - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Singleton Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.9 km #### Getting around - Upwey Station - 16 min drive - Belgrave Station - 19 min drive - Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 64 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Red Rooster - ‬11 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive - ‪Hahndorfs Fine Chocolates - ‬7 min drive - ‪Mary Eats Cake - ‬8 min drive - ‪SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - ‬3 min walk ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Observatory Cottages Cottage in Melbourne with private hot tub and kitchen Massage/treatment rooms, laundry facilities, and express check-in are available at this smoke-free cottage. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, express check-out, a garden, and barbecue grills are onsite. The cottage boasts a private hot tub and a fireplace, while offering a washer/dryer and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a jetted tub, and other amenities include a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Housekeeping is available once per stay. Air-conditioned accommodations at this cottage offer private hot tubs and fireplaces. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Accommodations at this 3.5-star cottage have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with DVD players. Additionally, rooms include washers/dryers and complimentary bottled water. 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Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Bathtub or shower - Designer toiletries - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Private bathroom - Slippers - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area ### Entertainment - DVD player - Flat-screen TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony/patio - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace - Yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Blackout drapes - Free bottled water - Housekeeping (once per stay) - Iron/ironing board - Luggage storage ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Contactless check-in available Express check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### Property is also known as Observatory Cottages House Mount Dandenong Observatory Cottages House Observatory Cottages Mount Dandenong Observatory Cottages Cottage Observatory Cottages Mount Dandenong Observatory Cottages Cottage Mount Dandenong ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Observatory Cottages pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Observatory Cottages? > As of Nov 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Observatory Cottages on Dec 29, 2025 start from CA $297.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels-Observatory-Cottages.h28808710.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Observatory Cottages? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. ### What time is check-out at Observatory Cottages? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Observatory Cottages located? > Located in Mount Dandenong, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Dandenongs, Dandenong Ranges National Park, and William Ricketts Sanctuary. SkyHigh Mount Dandenong and Tree Fern Gully Track are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Observatory Cottages Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 9.8 Eco-friendliness ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 36 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Francesca Oct 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Hubby and I have been coming here now for 21 years and this little oasis is a great getaway to completely unwind. ##### Francesca Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### andy Apr 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication very clean and great atmosphere ##### andy Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rakesh Sep 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication check in was easy and the property was excellent with all the amenities Easy parking & great breakfast. ##### Rakesh Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa-Maree Aug 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Gorgeous cottage ##### Lisa-Maree Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wilfred Aug 27, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Loved the serenity and surrounding nature.. great place for a quiet getaway complete ammenities also provided bread with bacon and eggs in the fridge ##### Wilfred Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert Feb 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Excellent Easy checkin, geeat stay all round, highly recommend ##### Robert Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul Aug 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication On a late night whim we booked the cottage. It was truly a magical experience. Very grateful that we could book with just a few hours notice online. Instructions sent were great, and the cottage exactly what we hoped for - quiet, secluded, lots of privacy, and bird life (thank you for the bird seed, that was pretty much the ultimate!!). The entire place is just amazing! Love the owl touches and everything about the cottage! Incredibly romantic. ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary Nov 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The cottage suited our needs perfectly, plenty of room for two couples and kids, fully equipped kitchen, laundry & bathrooms. ##### Gary Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzanne Dec 11, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Neat clean. Plenty of space for group bookings. Lovely quiet spot with nice outdoor areas. ##### Suzanne Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rhian Oct 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Haven’t stayed here for quite a few years, but absolutely love it here! It’s quiet, private and just beautiful to get away from it all. Breakfast provisions were wonderful and the kitchen is well supplied. Thank you for having us! Will be coming back. ##### Rhian ### 10/10 Excellent #### Veena Oct 11, 2022 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The cottage was amazing, clean and had everything we needed. Was surprised to see extras such as breakfast supplied. Was fantastic.. Will come again ##### Veena Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samantha Nov 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Loved that it was completely private and quiet. The view from our porch was incredible. We wish we could have stayed longer ##### Samantha Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kris Sep 12, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Loved it. Very romantic, very cosy and quiet. Would like to try in the summer too. ##### Kris Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul Jun 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We stayed 1 night and the suite was brilliant. Clean and tidy with little unexpected touches like all the stuff for breakfast in the fridge and waiting. The late checkout was great and we'll certainly be back. Thanks for a great night away :) ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### amanda Nov 10, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, communication The cottage was perfect. Everything was thoroughly thought of- from breakfast ingredients to candles. The cottage itself is very homely and private. The communication between the host was fantastic with prompt replies.Will definitely be coming here again. ##### amanda Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Kate Jun 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Amenities, communication Pros: spa bath, heating worked beautifully, great location. Cons: lack of communication from property owner. We asked for an earlier check in (3pm). The shower wasn’t great, the water went all over the bathroom floor and was a slipping hazard. Would probably stay elsewhere next time. ##### Kate Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason Jun 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication I was impressed with the friendly point of contact and professionalism exhibited. Extremely clean cottage with old world charm. The native bird life was a bonus! Most enjoyable stay and looking forward to staying again. 😊 ##### Jason Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise Mar 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Lovely relaxing property, well stocked with supplies. Garden needed some weeding. An additional bench in the bathroom would have been handy and perhaps a wide vision mirror at the entrance would also improve safety, not that we had any issues - just feedback. ##### Denise Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Benjamin H Aug 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We stayed at Observatory Cottages for our wedding accommodation and was impressed from arrival. East close access to shops, clean and secluded and perfect amenities for a relaxing, comfortable stay. Milk, bread and water/juices provided unexpectingly which was a bonus so breakfast and snacks sorted. Keep up the great effort !! ##### Benjamin H Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller May 15, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Beautiful unit, everything well thought of, including breakfast ingredients, great fireplace, 2-people jacuuzi, comfy bed, candles, nice backyard, parking at the door, easy signage and instructions. The only content was the few spider corpses we found on the floor (but hey, no live ones). ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Apr 1, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Beautiful rustic cabins walking distance to sky high ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie Jan 17, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication Parking was a bit tight ##### Julie Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Mar 14, 2020 Liked: Staff & service, amenities great cottage (owl) garden needs attention plus path lights should be installed between cottage and driveway . Looking the door from the inside very hard but besides all that we are staying again soon, cheers ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacki, Wyndham. Mar 9, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities We loved the cottage and the privacy.The views from the cottage were great.We will be staying there again... ##### Jacki Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Howard, Ferntree Gully Feb 15, 2020 Liked: Amenities The stay was great, relatively secluded, close access to all the features of the Dandenongs, the cottage had all you needed attention to detail, food, linen, comfort all top rate. Will be back ##### Howard Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Grassland](https://www.expedia.ca/Grassland-Hotels.d553248629501770228.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Crowne Plaza Chicago Ohare Hotel & Conf Ctr by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Hotel-Chicago-OHare.h20348.Hotel-Information) > > [Villas HM Paraiso del Mar](https://www.expedia.ca/Isla-Holbox-Hotels-Villas-HM-Paraiso-Del-Mar.h1636077.Hotel-Information) > > [Beach Hotel in Kelowna](https://www.expedia.ca/Kelowna-Hotels-Beach-Hotel.0-0-d3997-tBeachHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Crowne Plaza Toronto Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Toronto-Airport.h661795.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Free Airport Shuttle in Tampa](https://www.expedia.ca/Tampa-Hotels-Hotels-With-Free-Airport-Shuttle.0-0-d602996-tHotelswithFreeAirportShuttle.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Langham, Melbourne](https://www.expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels-The-Langham.h2112.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hotel Windsor](https://www.expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels-The-Hotel-Windsor.h11362.Hotel-Information) > > [Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Renaissance-Chicago-Downtown-Hotel.h19215.Hotel-Information) > > [Sandman Signature Edmonton South Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Edmonton-Hotels-Sandman-Signature-Edmonton-South-Hotel.h4054333.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Europe](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Europe-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d6022967-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Residence Inn by Marriott Nashville Downtown/Convention Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Nashville-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-Nashville-DowntownConvention-Center.h23533737.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Vanscoy](https://www.expedia.ca/Vanscoy-Hotels.d553248635970874213.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Atlantis](https://www.expedia.ca/Santorini-Hotels-Atlantis-Hotel.h2203575.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Baltimore](https://www.expedia.ca/Baltimore-Hotels.d178235.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Revelstoke](https://www.expedia.ca/Revelstoke-Hotels.d10607.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Lakeshore Villas! 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