Yarra Valley Wine Hotels

Victoria may be Australia’s smallest mainland state, but its Yarra Valley vineyards are some of the country’s oldest, dating back to the 1830s. Lying just to the north east of the state capital Melbourne, Yarra Valley’s relatively cool climate produces bright, complex wines, most famously Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. And because the vineyards are so close to Melbourne, you can choose either to base yourself in the city or the country; our range of Yarra Valley wine hotels includes both.

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Yarra Valley wine hotels in the country

  • If you want to wake up to views of the vines, you won’t do much better than Chateau Yering, a Victorian manor house on the Yarra Valley’s oldest wine estate. This is country-house luxury with four-poster beds, antiques, marble bathrooms and lavish drapes in its 32 suites. Seventy wineries are on the doorstep; then return to relax in the elegant drawing room or library before dining at the first-class restaurant.

Yarra Valley wine hotels in Melbourne

  • Crown Towers is a swanky hotel in Melbourne overlooking the Yarra River that will appeal to those looking for modern-hotel luxuries. As well as sleek rooms, a spa and roof-top tennis courts, there’s a glamorous bar and designer shopping close at hand.

The Langham

  • Also overlooking the Yarra River, the Langham Hotel Melbourne offers some of the finest skyline views of the city. Rooms are luxuriously cossetting - many with balconies - and the public areas are lavish with marble, gilding and waterfalls. After a hard day’s wine-tasting, return to a treatment in the Chuan Spa, inspired by the principles of Chinese traditional medicine, or a dip in the infinity pool.

Two excellent-value city hotels include The Prince, in the seaside suburb of St Kilda, and the quirky Cullen in the Prahran district.

  • The Prince has 40 sleek, Scandi-chic rooms, all white walls, wooden floors and funky lighting. There’s a bistro-style restaurant plus a sauna and steam room to recover from all that wine-tasting.

The Cullen

  • By contrast, The Cullen is a bold, boxy piece of architecture where the large, contemporary-style rooms are filled with modern art by Adam Cullen. Expect shots of bold colours, mirrored walls and quirky ‘objets’. It’s family-friendly, too, and the larger suites come with kitchenettes.

Nothing in our pick of Yarra Valley wine hotels that ticks all the right boxes? Either extend your search to take in all our recommendations in Victoria, or for a full list of our choice of the best wine hotels in Australia, click here.

Yarra Valley Wine Hotels

The Cullen
The Cullen

Melbourne (Australia)

Located opposite the bustling Prahran Market and Chapel St, this quirky looking hotel doesn't disappoint with lashings of artwork by Adam Cullen. Large suites come with a fully equipped kitchenette. Babysitting services, free pram hire and family suites available.

  • Local markets - Taste gourmet specialities at the Prahran Market, which hosts foodie events and festivals throughout the year
  • Artworks - Centre around the artwork of the late Australian artist Adam Cullen, whose prints are for sale in the hotel
  • Business meetings - Three meeting venues, including the 120 square metre rooftop, perfect for business trips to the city
  • Theatre - Catch a show at the Chapel Off Chapel performance space
from AU$201 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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The Prince
The Prince

Melbourne (Australia)

A hard to beat location in the seaside suburb of St Kilda, offering the best of city living by the ocean. This hip boutique hotel boasts tasteful decor and great amenities, including a sauna and steam room to unwind in after a hard day at the beach. The wine bar and live music space are sensational.

  • Foodies - A hip wine bar, Mediterranean restaurant & pub, perfect for keen foodies & wine lovers eager to taste the region's produce
  • Groups - A lively little hotel with a great vibe for groups and a popular live music venue for big nights out
  • Hotel Entertainment - Prince Band Room hosts international rock acts and DJs - a hip venue for a memorable Melbourne night
  • Wildlife Area - Stroll down to the St Kilda pier, where you'll see penguins at sunset
from AU$211 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Langham Hotel Melbourne
Langham Hotel Melbourne

Melbourne (Australia)

This luxury hotel offers unrivalled views of the city from its location on the Yarra river. The decor inside is impressive, with a marble staircase, waterfall features and chandeliers dripping from the roof. The perfect place to mix business and pleasure.

  • Close to nightlife - Kickstart your evening at Arbory Afloat during the summer months, and carry on late into the night at the nearby Crown Casino
  • City Style - A chic city hotel, voted amongst the best in Australia by Conde Nast, this is a fantastic city break spot
  • Weddings - Perfect for a sensational city wedding, with delectable cuisine & an elegant setting
  • Theatre - Catch at show by the Melbourne Theatre Company or at the Melbourne Recital Centre
from AU$312 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Crown Towers
Crown Towers

Melbourne (Australia)

Sleek and smart contemporary hotel situated on the banks of the Yarra. Fantastic facilities, including luxurious large rooms and two tennis courts on the rooftop garden, combine glamour and wellbeing.

  • City Style - An indulgent city pad for those dreaming of great nightlife, a casino, swish guestrooms & all the facilities
  • Designer Shopping - The hotel complex play host to designer brands including Ferragamo, Louis Vuitton and Graff Diamonds
  • Honeymoons - A luxurious choice for a glamorous honeymoon in the city, with multiple restaurants and chic suites
  • Other Activities - Take a scenic helicopter flight over Melbourne and the Yarra River, organised through the hotel
from AU$355 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Chateau Yering
Chateau Yering

Victoria (Yering, Victoria, Australia)

Five star luxury in heritage listed Victorian manor in the heart of wine region the Yarra Valley only one hour from Melbourne. Original features and antiques in rooms, extensive gardens and 24 hour room service.

  • Wine tasting - The first winery in the Yarra Valley, this is the perfect starting point for a trip focused on wine tours & tastings
  • Weddings - A beautiful venue for a magical wedding, with gourmet fare, a gorgeous house & 250 acres of grounds
  • Other Activities - Take a scenic helicopter flight over the Yarra Valley for a real sense of its natural beauty
  • Country Escape - A rejuvenating country escape just an hour from Melbourne, in the splendid Yarra Valley
from AU$412 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Written by Helen Pickles

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