Title: TOP Luxury Hotels in Beech Forest for 2025 - Beech Forest Upscale Hotels | Expedia.co.uk [Beech Forest Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Beech-Forest.dx6353402)[Hotels in Beech Forest](https://expedia.co.uk/Beech-Forest-Hotels.d6353402.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Beech Forest](https://expedia.co.uk/Beech-Forest-Holiday-Rentals.d6353402.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Beech Forest Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Beech-Forest.d6353402.Car-Hire-Guide)[Beech Forest Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Beech-Forest.d6353402.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![Spend a little quiet time in the Otway Ranges of Sth Western Victoria at these delightful falls. They appear out of the bush after a short walk down into the gully in the Aire Valley near Beech Forest. The Aire Valley is a mixture of native old growth forest and plantation timber for the nearby sawmills. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353402/f7604386-14c1-49d2-b87e-c7f9116a76f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) Photo by Z # Find luxury hotels in Beech Forest - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__price_find.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Save instantly and earn perks with One Key [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check availability on Beech Forest Luxury Hotels Tonight [9 Nov - 10 Nov](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6353402&startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&adults=2&propertyStyle=LUXURY&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=luxury_property) Tomorrow [10 Nov - 11 Nov](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6353402&startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&adults=2&propertyStyle=LUXURY&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=luxury_property) Next weekend [14 Nov - 16 Nov](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6353402&startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&adults=2&propertyStyle=LUXURY&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=luxury_property) In two weeks [21 Nov - 23 Nov](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6353402&startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&adults=2&propertyStyle=LUXURY&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=luxury_property) ## Top Beech Forest Luxury Hotels ## Top Beech Forest Hotel Reviews ![Mantra Lorne](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1154100/1154100/44dfc16a_y.jpg) ### Mantra Lorne 10/10 Excellent "amenities " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lorne-Hotels-Mantra-Lorne.h1154100.Hotel-Information) ![Cumberland Lorne Resort](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2270000/2266500/2266494/92b40960_y.jpg) ### Cumberland Lorne Resort 10/10 Excellent "Customer service was great . Also we were allowed early and late check in which came so handy with little kids . We loved our stay " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lorne-Hotels-Cumberland-Lorne-Resort.h2266494.Hotel-Information) ![Coastal Motel](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8410000/8407300/8407268/bb9923e8_y.jpg) ### Coastal Motel 10/10 Excellent "Well kept modern facilities and fantastic bathroom!" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Apollo-Bay-Hotels-Coastal-Motel.h8407268.Hotel-Information) ## Frequently asked questions ### Are you searching for a great accommodation for your luxury holiday in Beech Forest? > Amenities are an important consideration when you plan a trip, so we make it easy to get what you need to make your stay special. If you want a posh hotel with fine dining, a spa or several swimming pools, Expedia can assist you in finding the best luxury hotel experience that Beech Forest offers. Beech Forest has some interesting things to see and do including Hopetoun Falls and The Redwoods Otways, so you might want to take in the local sights during your visit. ### When can I expect good weather in Beech Forest? > Planning for the weather is a good way to make your trip to Beech Forest relaxing and enjoyable, especially when you're splurging. The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are August and July, with an average of 9°C. Average annual precipitation for Beech Forest is 781 mm. ### What's there to see and do in Beech Forest? > Take in some sights and attractions while you're in Beech Forest by visiting Hopetoun Falls, The Redwoods Otways and Great Otway National Park. 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