East Bairnsdale Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Robb Street Gallery

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Robb Street Gallery during your travels in Bairnsdale. Stroll along this relaxing area's riverfront or simply enjoy its cafes.

Robb Street Gallery

Jones Bay Wildlife Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Jones Bay Wildlife Reserve, a lovely green space in Bairnsdale. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

Jones Bay Wildlife Reserve

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service

4.5/5(7 reviews)

If Bairnsdale Regional Health Service is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Bairnsdale.

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service

East Gippsland Rail Trail

4/5(11 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.

East Gippsland Rail Trail

St Mary's Catholic Church

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Find out about the history of Bairnsdale when you take a trip to St Mary's Catholic Church. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its cafes.

St Mary's Catholic Church

Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy an outing to Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre during your stay in Bairnsdale. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its cafes.

Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre

Our pick of the best East Bairnsdale Hotel Deals

Bellevue on the Lakes

Bellevue on the Lakes

4 out of 5
201 Esplanade, Lakes Entrance, VIC
The price is NZ$230 per night from 24 July to 25 July
NZ$230
24 July - 25 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Lakes Entrance. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (919 reviews)
"Brilliant stay at Belleview. Only there 2 nights but wish we could have stayed longer. Close to everything. Highly recommend"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Bellevue on the Lakes
The Esplanade Resort and Spa

The Esplanade Resort and Spa

4.5 out of 5
1 The Esplanade, Lakes Entrance, VIC
The price is NZ$241 per night from 17 July to 18 July
NZ$241
17 July - 18 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Lakes Entrance. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (996 reviews)
"Great apartment, cleanest bathroom I have seen and the heated indoor pool in winter was great with the kids"

Reviewed on 20 Jun. 2025

The Esplanade Resort and Spa
Mitchell on Main Motel & Apartments

Mitchell on Main Motel & Apartments

3.5 out of 5
295 Main Street, Bairnsdale, VIC
The price is NZ$129 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$129
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Bairnsdale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions St Mary's Catholic Church and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (558 reviews)
"The motel fronts onto the Princes Highway. Our room was at the rear of the property so we were well away from any possible road noise. Our rooms was quiet, clean and comfortable. It was conveniently located. Would stay here again."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

Mitchell on Main Motel & Apartments
Lakeside Motel Waterfront

Lakeside Motel Waterfront

2.5 out of 5
164 Marine Parade, Lakes Entrance, VIC
The price is NZ$137 per night from 17 July to 18 July
NZ$137
17 July - 18 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Lakes Entrance. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (555 reviews)
"Lovely view, great spot and welcoming check in, comfy bed and pillows."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Lakeside Motel Waterfront
Bairnsdale International

Bairnsdale International

4 out of 5
355 Main Street, Bairnsdale, VIC
The price is NZ$181 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$181
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bairnsdale. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Always a pleasure
"Lovely staff Clean and quiet and close to town. Beds are firm and comfortable. Plenty of parking and even in peak season there is ample street parking just incase."

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2025

Bairnsdale International
Mariners Cove at Paynesville Motel & Apartments

Mariners Cove at Paynesville Motel & Apartments

4 out of 5
2-8 Victoria Street, The Esplanade, Paynesville, VIC
The price is NZ$214 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$214
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach motel in Paynesville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (660 reviews)
Pleasant Surprise
"We enjoyed our stay here , The room was spacious, very clean , lovely views, everything you need , eg microwave, jug, toaster , lovely bathroom , nice towels and linen, We will be back"

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

Mariners Cove at Paynesville Motel & Apartments
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Other neighbourhoods around East Bairnsdale

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Broadlands

If you're spending some time in Broadlands, Lake King and Jones Bay Gippsland Lakes Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Broadlands
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Eastwood

While there might not be top attractions in Eastwood, you can explore the larger area and discover places like East Gippsland Rail Trail and Nicholson St. Gallery.

Eastwood
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Lucknow

Lucknow is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like East Gippsland Rail Trail and St Mary's Catholic Church if you have time to explore the area.

Lucknow
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Wy Yung

Travellers like the parks in Wy Yung, and East Gippsland Rail Trail is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Wy Yung
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Ellaswood

While there might not be top attractions in Ellaswood, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre and St Mary's Catholic Church.

Ellaswood

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