| set along route 26, this down-to-earth hotel is a 14-minute walk from the ferntree gully train station and 3 km from the tim neville arboretum. there's also a bar/restaurant and terrace seating. upgraded rooms add sofas. relaxed, bright rooms come with free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs, minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. the 2-bedroom apartments have kitchenettes. parking is complimentary. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am
Melbourne Airport 55 min
R.J. Hamer Arboretum (19 min)
Arboretum featuring scenic, hilly walking trails amid 150+ types of native & exotic trees. Jells Park (20 min)
A trail runs along the manmade lake in this large, tranquil park with open lawns & picnic shelters. Alfred Nicholas Memorial Garden (12 min)
Walking trails wind through this scenic, wooded garden park with a boathouse, waterfalls & islands. Dandenong Ranges (19 min)
Large mountain range with botanic gardens, wildlife & zip lines, plus an art-filled cultural center. Kokoda Track Memorial Walk (1000 Steps) (5 min)
Scenic walking track in lush forest surrounds lined with plaques devoted to Australian soldiers. Dandenong Ranges National Park (4 min)
This scenic forested area filled with birds offers multi-use trails, picnic areas & a playground. Trees Adventure - Glen Harrow Park (11 min)
Ropes course with zip lining & aerial challenges among tall trees, including a sequoia & old oaks. LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Melbourne (28 min)
Destination for Lego-themed rides, kids' play areas & interactive building zones, plus a cinema. Sherbrooke Falls (10 min) Emerald Lake Park (27 min)
Lakeside park with picnic areas, walking trails, paddle boating & fishing in picturesque surrounds. Lysterfield Park (17 min)
Scenic waterfront park featuring trails for hiking & cycling, plus lake sports & kangaroo sightings. Olinda Falls (21 min) Puffing Billy Railway (9 min)
This open-air train with first-class dining carriages travels through the scenic Dandenong Ranges. George Tindale Memorial Gardens (13 min)
Garden and park Miss Marple's Tearoom (12 min) | 
