Panorama Retreat & Resort

3.5 star property
Melbourne hotel in Kalorama with outdoor tennis courts and outdoor pool
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Outdoor pool
Superior Double or Twin Room
Family Cottage | Terrace/patio
Family Cottage | Private kitchen
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Parking included
    Parking included

Explore the area

Map
180 Olinda Creek Road, Kalorama, VIC, 3766
  • Dandenongs
    1 min walk
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park
    1 min walk
  • Olinda Falls
    5 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    55 min drive

Room options

Economy Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

King Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Family Cottage

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Single Beds

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About the area

Melbourne

At Panorama Retreat & Resort you'll be within steps of Dandenongs and Dandenong Ranges National Park. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool, free self-parking and a conference centre. .Enjoy the 2 outdoor tennis courts along with access to basketball. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a garden and wedding services. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .In the area of this 3.5-property class Kalorama hotel, you'll find Puffing Billy Steam Train.

What's nearby

  • Dandenongs - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Olinda Falls - 5 min drive - 2.0 km
  • SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 7 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Puffing Billy Steam Train - 18 min drive - 15.1 km

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

Melbourne hotel in Kalorama with outdoor tennis courts and outdoor pool
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
  • Conference rooms
  • Conference centre
  • 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 a hairdryer. Televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: AUD 30 for adults and AUD 15 for children

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.35 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 2 PM - 6 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 full breakfast: from approximately AUD 30.00 for adults and from AUD 15.00 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.35 per cent

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-authorise 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 guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise 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.
  • 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

What is the cancellation policy at Panorama Retreat & Resort?

Panorama Retreat & Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Panorama Retreat & Resort on 3 Dec 2024 start from AU$117.47, 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.

Is parking available at Panorama Retreat & Resort?

Yep, Panorama Retreat & Resort has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Does Panorama Retreat & Resort have a pool?

Panorama Retreat & Resort has an outdoor pool.

Does Panorama Retreat & Resort serve breakfast?

You bet, full brekkie is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Panorama Retreat & Resort?

No, Panorama Retreat & Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Panorama Retreat & Resort?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Panorama Retreat & Resort?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Panorama Retreat & Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 68 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Allison

Travelled 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

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

6/10 Okay

Reiner

Travelled 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

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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

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

6/10 Okay

Elaine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, clean rooms, close to Olinda and Sassafras. Very handy for exploring the Dandenong Rangers. Staff are friendly. The communal lounge and Pool table were a great bonus. Downfalls - no fridge or microwave in room. We were also booked in the same night as a wedding party, so the after party took place in the rooms beside our's, as well as the courtyard beaide our window, so I was kept awake most of the night, which left me rather angry with a big day of driving and walking ahead of me.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

MOHAMED

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

6/10 Okay

Kelsey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The customer service from staff was great and I cannot fault but a few things to note. On booking we weren’t notified that access was via a dirt road. The breakfast inclusion was disappointing with only cereal, toast and fruit, not hot food. We opted for twin beds and when we moved one we were horrified by the thick dust under the bed that had clearly not been cleaned for months, the shower door did not close and there was an awful smell coming from drain. Our handle on the door broke and locked us inside the room but thankfully staff acted quickly. Disappointed that there was not even a small fridge in the room to keep a bottle of water cold. Pool was a comfortable temperature but needed a really good clean and no lines marked on the tennis courts.

8/10 Good

Graham

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff. Very friendly and accommodating. They are set up as a conference centre. No fridges in the rooms if you want to keep things cool. Beautiful grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nandkumar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and in the middle of dense bush land
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The area is beautiful & the room was adequate for my needs. But the shower was difficult... the water was either freezing or scalding, with little water pressure.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Great surrounds & privacy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were looking for accommodation in the hills for a work trip, this was by far the most convenient. The staff are friendly and the rooms comfortable. I would highly recommend

8/10 Good

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an issue with lights in our room. We were promptly moved to another room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kristell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service from the staff. Very happy
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Very quiet apart from the wildlife but it's to be expected and plenty of fresh air. Very nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

B, Melbourne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money. Pleasant staff. Overall I highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Kylie

Clean but expensive
Very clean room. A little expensive for how basic the room/service was.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Broggo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Quiet and relaxing
A real hidden gem for a great quiet stay. Easy reavh of tourist and dining options
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018