Yarra Valley Grand Hotel

Dating from 1888, this upmarket hotel set in a stately white building with an arched gallery is 7 km from Yarra Valley and 11 km from Sugarloaf Reservoir. 

The elegant, quaint rooms come with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, as well as minibars. Some have sitting areas, sofabeds and/or access to a shared balcony. A 3-storey suite has rooftop access, and an house with a modern vibe adds a private outdoor pool.

Continental breakfast is offered (fee), and there’s an elegant restaurant, a bar with a pool table and regular live music, and a beer garden. Other amenities include kids’ play areas.