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Dorset Gardens Hotel

3.5 star property
Nature retreat offers peaceful moments with daily manager's reception for socializing and a sun-drenched terrace perfect for quiet afternoons

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Dorset Gardens Hotel, near Dandenong Ranges National Park, offers a charming escape with garden views. Guests enjoy complimentary snacks at the daily reception, an outdoor terrace, in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and free parking.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Toaster
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Toaster
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Five Bedroom Apartment

Five Bedroom Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
5 bedrooms
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 4 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Located in Croydon, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, Dorset Gardens Hotel is in the suburbs and near a metro station. SkyHigh Mount Dandenong and Rochford Wines Yarra Valley are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dandenong Ranges National Park and William Ricketts Sanctuary. Don't miss out on a visit to Puffing Billy Steam Train. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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335 Dorset Road, Croydon, VIC, 3136

What's nearby

  • Ripple Dandenongs Massage Day Spa and Beauty - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Public Brewery - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Eastfield Dog Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Puffing Billy Steam Train - 18 min drive - 19.7 km

Getting around

  • Belgrave Station - 16 min drive
  • Croydon Station - 18 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dainton Taphouse Croydon - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪El Jannah - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Zingers - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dorset Gardens Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Dorset Gardens Hotel

Motel near Dandenong Ranges National Park
Located close to Eastland and SkyHigh Mount Dandenong, Dorset Gardens Hotel provides a free daily manager's reception, a terrace and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and laundry facilities.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A free local area shuttle, wedding services and 1 meeting room
  • A banquet hall, a billiards/pool table and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and toasters

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle up to 5 km
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Bingo
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • High chair
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1967
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 0-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (9:00 AM - 8:30 PM) and Friday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 10:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternative location: [Please proceed to the bar in the gaming room]
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Dorset Gardens Hotel Croydon
Dorset Gardens Hotel
Dorset Gardens Croydon
Dorset Gardens
Dorset Gardens Hotel Croydon, Victoria, Australia
Dorset Gardens Hotel Motel
Dorset Gardens Hotel Croydon
Dorset Gardens Hotel Motel Croydon

Frequently asked questions

Is Dorset Gardens Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dorset Gardens Hotel?

As of 17 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dorset Gardens Hotel on 20 Jan 2026 start from NZ$174.28, including 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 for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Dorset Gardens Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dorset Gardens Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:30 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Dorset Gardens Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Dorset Gardens Hotel located?

Located in Croydon, this motel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Eastland, Dandenong Ranges National Park and William Ricketts Sanctuary. Olinda Falls and SkyHigh Mount Dandenong are also within 9 mi (15 km). Croydon Station is 18 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Dorset Gardens Hotel Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

8.2

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 178 out of 743 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 302 out of 743 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 181 out of 743 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 743 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 743 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Amenities
Clean room and very comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff were all lovely, rooms were big and comfy, great shower
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Peisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is a very family friendly venue. The restaurant features an extensive menu with lots of dietary options and a great kids menu. As no breakfast is available on site it would have been great to have a toaster or microwave wave in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its clean nice to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly and accommodating staff and decent prices
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

alana j

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great budget option. Room was very clean. Food in the restaurant was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Adrienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property was clean,comfortable and conveniently locsted within walking distance to shops and train station. Room was spacious with adequate facilities and amenities. Rooms are looking tired and need refurbishing. Dining area is spacious, meals are generous and delivered promptly. Great cooking and serving team.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great value for money and perfect for somewhere to stay while working in the area. Bistro meals were a little pricey but the food was good and the serving was generous. The rooms were spotlessly clean and the bed was comfortable however the motel in general could do with renovation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norm

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Louisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was central to my appointments and great food at the Hotel. Also the room was reasonably priced as I am on a budget and can’t afford expensive accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the rooms were very clean the staff were great the STAFF at the pub i would not recommend they were not very good at there job one- they placed you at a table two- they finally took your order it took a while three- i had finished my meal i had to find a staff member to get my desert
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fair price in the location we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mishay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a very pleasant stay. Nice clean and tidy well kept rooms and grounds and easy to get food at the pub not even a minutes walk away from the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The restaurant staff are brilliant and very welcoming and the food was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

TERESA

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately the place is showing it's age, externally timber is rotting and downpipes rusting. Carpet had dirty spot and the timber bed base creaked all night. An upstairs occupant took my park out front of my room. Notes I put on my booking were either not past on by Expedia or ignored by business. Dining and meals were lovely
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at check-in were excellent, the room was a bit dated but very clean & comfortable. Having the hotel for dining on the premises was a big plus. Recommended
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gemma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Basic accommodation but perfect for what we needed. Near to shops and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are older but very clean, spacious & had everything you need for a short stay. Rooms are at the back of the property so no traffic, restaurant or sports bar noise, it was very quiet. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a very pleasant over night experience and we would certainly recommend it again. Even though it was not a modern motel it was very clean and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great, food was excellent, the rooms are small but functional and clean. More like a resort than a Hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean & cosy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious with everything you need bed, ensuite, a table and chairs as well as a couch and comfortable, would recommend the units there
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024