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Dorset Gardens Hotel

3.5 star property
Suburban motel with area shuttle service and a restaurant

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Reception
Sports bar
Property grounds
Sports bar
Sports bar
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

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Toaster
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Toaster
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Jetted bathtub
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Five Bedroom Apartment | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

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
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
5 bedrooms
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 4 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
335 Dorset Road, Croydon, VIC, 3136

What's nearby

  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 8 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 13 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • William Ricketts Sanctuary - 14 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Olinda Falls - 18 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Puffing Billy Steam Train - 18 min drive - 10.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪El Jannah - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Big Mates Pizza Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dorset Gardens Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dainton Taphouse Croydon - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Zingers - ‬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 area shuttle, concierge services, and a TV in the lobby
  • A billiards/pool table, wedding services, and 1 meeting room
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and toasters

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle up to 5 km
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • 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 available
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 alternate 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property 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 elevators

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 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?

Check-out 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

7.0

Eco-friendliness

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 737 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 299 out of 737 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 180 out of 737 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 737 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 737 reviews

Reviews

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

Ryan

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

Damen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had everything we needed for an overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks for a good stay
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

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

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My home away from home Clean and modest Quiet Always get my preferred room It is not modern But I love it because it has history Old fashioned wall sconces etc Best shower Just wish I could get my preferred channels on television Not a criticism I have my iPad Great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
older style however comfy bed and good water pressure for shower. Hotel staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property needs an upgrade but the staff were excellent and friendly and very helpful, will stay again, Cheers

2/10 Terrible

Prabs

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No internet, no microwave , old shower. Needs renovation.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall nice property to stay. Just the shower head could be much better
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The motel could really do with a facelift. Shes looking tired and ready to retire .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Kim

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very old model, carpet very stained no hot water and tv didn’t work. Reception staff very friendly Though
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Lovely staff. Older style, but well maintained. Loved our stay and would definitely stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Great
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Beds only small Doubles (2 off fortunately). Bathroom was 50 years old. Doors did not close properly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dickon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The look outside the rooms and the building itself is not appealing. May it needs some bit of painting
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Rooms are too old.. Time for a massive update…
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Carly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was quite dated, but it has character! So didn’t mind the antique look. The bed is amazingly comfortable, it was very quiet and the shower pressure was amazing. WiFi didn’t reach our room which was a shame. But I has happy they could bring me a hairdryer as the one attached to the wall couldn’t tame my thick hair.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sharon

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We booked for 2 beds (3 people) only got 1

6/10 Okay

IDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall it would be ok IF my husband didn’t hurt himself when had the shower. To get out from the bath( it is too high especially for the oldies !)was hard and he Slipped…. Cut the elbow,foot and hit his head. Have reported to receptionist and she had some pictures
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Vivien

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Renovation needed

The room was a disgrace, paint and plaster coming off the walls. Front door falling apart at the bottom and daylight could be seen underneath. The linen was clean but the room and bathroom had an overall feeling of being dirty. In desperate need of renovation. Having left a day early and told why the receptionist did not seem that interested in my concerns
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the shower was good. Extremely thin walls with neighboring apartments we were woken up throughout the night. TV showed a black screen for nearly all channels. Toilet takes 8 flushes to clear a number two. Key card frequently deactivates requiring us to go back to reception multiple times to get it reactivated.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

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

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