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Located at the top of Mount Dandenong, Observatory Cottages offers self-contained cottages with views of Port Phillip Bay. Guests enjoy rooms with a fireplace and a spa bath. Free Wi-Fi is also available. Observatory Cottages is a 5-minute walk from SkyHigh Mount Dandenong and a 10-minute walk from Mount Dandenong Lookout. It is within a 65-minute drive of both Melbourne CBD and Melbourne Airport. All air-conditioned cottages offer a fully equipped kitchen and a dining/ lounge area with a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. They feature ironing facilities and an outdoor dining area. The private bathroom has free toiletries. Some rooms have a balcony, wired Internet or a washing machine.Guests can prepare a meal on their private BBQ.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
1 full bed
Bedroom 4
1 full bed
Living room
2 sofa beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.4
Free Wifi
5.8
Low score for Mount Dandenong
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sonnary
    Australia Australia
    Stayed in the ironbark cottage. Great amenities. Eggs, milk, bacon, etc was provided which was very thoughtful and delicious ! The cottage was so cozy and even though its small, it felt so spacious !! Bed was comfy and dinner table is also...
  • Danielle
    Australia Australia
    Privacy, very welcoming, the morning bird visitors
  • Caroline
    Australia Australia
    Such a wonderful cottage with fantastic ambience and fitted out with everything you could possibly want. The big spa bath, the cosy gas log fire, the well appointed kitchen and the comfy bed. Everything was perfect and the location is great too...
  • Brenda
    Australia Australia
    The location. The cottage was warm and comfortable.
  • Dr
    Australia Australia
    Was an amazing night , I found the cottage had so much space and the bed was remarkably comfortable. I did feed the wild birds which was a new experience 🤩😁
  • Jane
    Australia Australia
    Surroundings Compact, had most things we needed Hot tub
  • Adrian
    Australia Australia
    Location was awesome with great views. Room looked great and was nice and clean, the heating made it comfortable considering the cold weather.
  • Phoebe
    Singapore Singapore
    The old vintage & cottagey feel of the unit. The breakfast was great. Staff was very helpful & attentive. We were very appreciative of the staff who came in the rain to help us with one of the blinds which got stucked. We had enjoyed our 3 nights...
  • Petricevic
    Australia Australia
    The cottage was absolutely amazing with its decor and presentation evoking a homely and welcoming sensation. Every aspect of the cottage was immaculately cleaned and well presented. The surrounding garden and views were beautiful.
  • Karen
    Australia Australia
    the property was spotlessly clean and very comfortable. so many little touches to make sure our stay was excellent.

Area info

Amenities of Observatory Cottages
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Spa tub
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

View

  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking

Services

  • Express check-in/out

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & security

  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Spa

  • Spa facilities

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 9:00 AM.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Observatory Cottages in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that extra beds are only suitable for 12 to 16 year olds.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 09:00:00.

FAQs about Observatory Cottages

  • Observatory Cottages offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa facilities

  • Check-in at Observatory Cottages is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Room options at Observatory Cottages include:

    • Double
    • Villa
    • Suite
    • Bungalow

  • Observatory Cottages is 0.8 miles from the center of Mount Dandenong. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Observatory Cottages may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.