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Panorama Retreat & Resort

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Dandenong Ranges National Park

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Property entrance
Front of property
Family Cottage | View from room
Outdoor pool
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

Map
180 Olinda Creek Road, Kalorama, VIC, 3766
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • SkyHigh Mount Dandenong
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Olinda Falls
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Double Room | 2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Economy Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room | 2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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King Room | 2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Cottage | View from room

Family Cottage

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Kalorama stay.At this Kalorama hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Dandenong Ranges National Park and Dandenongs. Olinda Falls and Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Dandenongs - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • William Ricketts Sanctuary - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Olinda Falls - 7 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Mooroolbark Station - 14 min drive
  • Melbourne Belgrave Station - 23 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Billy Goat Hill Brasserie - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Montrose Fish & Chipperie - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Storehouse Mount Evelyn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Skyhigh Dandenong - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Trail Cafe - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Panorama Retreat & Resort

3.5-star hotel near Dandenong Ranges National Park
Panorama Retreat & Resort offers its guests outdoor tennis courts and an outdoor pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. Panorama Retreat & Resort also features a garden and a fireplace in the lobby. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Melbourne hotel is smoke free.

  • 62 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Panorama Retreat & Resort offers 62 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: AUD 15 for adults and AUD 15 for children

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Basketball
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.35 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately AUD 15 for adults and AUD 15.00 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.35 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • The seasonal pool will open November 01 and close February 28.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at Panorama Retreat & Resort.

Property is also known as

CountryPlace Hotel Kalorama
CountryPlace Kalorama
CountryPlace Hotel
CountryPlace
Panorama Retreat Resort
Panorama Retreat & Kalorama
Panorama Retreat & Resort Hotel
Panorama Retreat & Resort Kalorama
Panorama Retreat & Resort Hotel Kalorama

Frequently asked questions

How close is Panorama Retreat & Resort to the airport?

Panorama Retreat & Resort is 35.4 mi (51-min drive) away from the Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Panorama Retreat & Resort?

As of Jul 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Panorama Retreat & Resort on Jul 29, 2025 start from $71.49, excluding 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.

Does Panorama Retreat & Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Panorama Retreat & Resort.

Does Panorama Retreat & Resort offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Panorama Retreat & Resort, but to-go breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 15 for adults and AUD 15.00 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Panorama Retreat & Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Panorama Retreat & Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Panorama Retreat & Resort?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Panorama Retreat & Resort have a pool?

Panorama Retreat & Resort features an outdoor pool.

Does Panorama Retreat & Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Panorama Retreat & Resort to downtown Melbourne?

Panorama Retreat & Resort is 22.5 mi away from Melbourne.

Panorama Retreat & Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 89 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Rose

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The surroundings were beautiful and great facilities . We loved that The room itself was basic but good for the couple of nights we stayed. Could have had a fridge . Room was very cheap which was great Bathroom extremely small and hard to move around in though . We were disappointed that we weren’t able to pay for a buffet breakfast. We were told this by staff but saw this was available to other guests . A breakfast option may be something to look at for other guests not just big groups
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Maria

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Not worth the price

We booked a superior double room and, for $206, expected much more. The room was small, and the blind barely blocked out any light. In the bathroom, a sign stated the fan wasn’t installed, which led to foggy mirrors, and the lighting was poor. The mounted TV was very small, and there wasn’t even a fridge in the room—just a shared mini fridge in the dining area, which was already full. The bed was uncomfortable, the quilt was thin with only a light blanket, and the top of the cover was open right near our faces. The dining area had a decent deck and a fully stocked bar, including a commercial coffee machine, but the bar was closed (Saturday). Our booking confirmation stated that reception closed at 6 pm, but at 3:20 pm, we received a text advising that it would close at 4 pm, with our key left in an envelope on the counter. When we arrived just after 4, another guest was confused about the process, and we helped him and directed him to his room as there were no staff members available. The gardens and free water were the only positives, which is the only reason we’re giving 2 stars. Super disappointed—especially as the name suggests it’s a resort and retreat, which, in our view, it certainly wasn’t.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Marie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was in a beautiful setting in bushland. Getting there and finding the exact location of the property was confusing as it was advertised as Panorama Resort and Retreat but we drove quite a long way out of our way and had to turn back down a narrow dirt road as the property still had a former sign on it that read 'Country Retreat'. This time we wasted trying to find it resulted in us being late for my niece's wedding.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Fleur

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property and grounds. A bit dated, but the room was sufficient for our needs. Bed was hard and had two singles pushed together (to make a king). Can't comment on the food as we didn't eat there but the staff were friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ning

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stay with beautiful mountains.

Panorama Retreat & Resort is located in the beautiful mountains, but my room was very small.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely modern conference center on dirt road. Quiet, beautiful birds. Large screen TV with fireplace in community room. Sweet staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Allison

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
This property was quite nice with beautiful grounds and our cabin was very comfortable, but TBH it was dead. We were there for 1 night and barely saw another guest. There was no restaurant open, and when we came back after having dinner in town, the whole place was deserted. Then when we went back to our cabin, the TV reception was not great, which is fine normally, as most places have smart TVs, and you can just login to your own Netflix. But these were old TVs, and we couldn't even do that. So, with 2 teens with me, we didn't have a lot of options. For almost $400 a night, I was expecting more from it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jacqui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for our needs. Staff accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Jewel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
If weather had been fine might have been a better experience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julinda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vicky our waitress was amazing and a great hostess.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Harold

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice spot in the mountains, nice spot for access to local hiking trails. A good spot to wait out rainy weather during our stay. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Marcelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful gardens & loved the spring flowers & seeing the bunnies. Was well located for visiting the Dandenong villages
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Reiner

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Hard to make contact with reception and no one at reception at 2 pm.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Fenella

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Signage at entrance is poor as it has another name in large letters and then a small sign saying the panorama etc. very confusing. we drove past and then another km or so there was another sign that took us into the back. The setting is beautiful and quiet. lots of birdlife and rabbits. Dinner is very limited and served in lounge but understand there are other venues within driving distance. Rooms are clean, very small, no bar fridge. Staff are very friendly - polite and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location was delightful. A shelf and a clothes hook or two in the bathroom would help a lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a conference centre. It has clean rooms with queen bed and ensuite. A nice quiet stay for me, a single traveller.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant. Friendly, immaculate, warm. Excellent value for money. Superb gardens, beautifully maintained. It was a one-off trip to see family visiting from the US but would love to see it in the early spring. Only downside irrelevant - those of us from flat places found the mountain roads challenging.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Val

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very small bathroom, Bed just comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All great thank you
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the grounds are beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024