Darley Travel Guide

Melbourne

In summer, the fast flowing Lerderderg River often completely dries out.
In summer, the fast flowing Lerderderg River often completely dries out.
Looking west for a fabulous sunset cloudscape.
Stepping stones cross the Lerderderg River near this MacKenzie Flat picnic ground in Lederderg State Park.  This is an easily accessible site which is popular with locals but little known beyond the Bacchus Marsh town boundary.
Bacchus Marsh, Victoria is located within an extinct volcano and often enjoys the most magnificent cloudscapes.

Popular places to visit

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Top hotels in Darley

Bacchus Marsh Villa  unit 5

Bacchus Marsh Villa unit 5

Darley VIC
The price is £160 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
£160
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this villa in Bacchus Marsh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Bacchus Marsh Council Trench Geological ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (72 reviews)
The beds were very comfortable. A lovely hot shower. Beautifully layed out unit, and very clean. We had a lovely stay. A great host, easy communication. Will stay again if ever in the area. Thankyou

Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

Bacchus Marsh Villa unit 5
Bacchus Marsh Villa unit 1

Bacchus Marsh Villa unit 1

Darley VIC
The price is £151 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
£151
12 Feb - 13 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this villa in Bacchus Marsh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Bacchus Marsh Council Trench Geological Reserve ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (68 reviews)
Lovely home in a block of 1 storey (only) units - this one has the street frontage with a rock front yard which is quite nice. The unit had all the amenities we needed and our communication with Donna was always great. Tea, coffee, sugar, a couple of small long life milk cartons & some condiments ...

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Bacchus Marsh Villa unit 1
Quest Watergardens

Quest Watergardens

4 out of 5
451 Kings Road Taylors Lakes VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £119 per night from 21 Feb to 22 Feb
£119
21 Feb - 22 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Watergardens Town Centre ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (119 reviews)
Was a great location, modern, so clean and staff friendly

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Quest Watergardens
Quest Caroline Springs

Quest Caroline Springs

4.5 out of 5
234 Caroline Springs Boulevard Caroline Springs VIC
The price is £98 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
£98
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (613 reviews)
Super! Great Stay! Friendly staff.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Quest Caroline Springs
Mercure Melbourne Caroline Springs

Mercure Melbourne Caroline Springs

4.5 out of 5
10-20 Lake Street Caroline Springs VIC
The price is £93 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
£93
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (763 reviews)
Clean roomd friendly.staff parking great breakfast great siege bistro amazing food service and found staff amazing

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Mercure Melbourne Caroline Springs
Punthill Caroline Springs

Punthill Caroline Springs

4 out of 5
1-7 Caroline Springs Boulevard Caroline Springs VIC
The price is £101 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
£101
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (129 reviews)
Yes walk around the lake very good

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Punthill Caroline Springs
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Other neighbourhoods around Darley

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Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to URBNSURF Sports Park or Woodlands Historic Park.

Melbourne Airport
Docklands which includes a bay or harbour, night scenes and a high-rise building

Docklands

Travellers come to Docklands for its waterfront views, and you can see top attractions like Marvel Stadium and Collins Street while you're in town.

Docklands
Southbank which includes city views, a high-rise building and a city

Yarra Riverfront

The stunning river views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Yarra Riverfront. Make a stop by Crown Casino or Collins Street while you're exploring the area.

Yarra Riverfront
Melbourne CBD showing outdoor eating

Melbourne Central Business District

4.5/5(400 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Melbourne Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Melbourne Central and Collins Street, and jump on the metro at Melbourne Central Station or Flagstaff Station to see more of the city.

Melbourne Central Business District
Southbank featuring a bridge, a sunset and a river or creek

Southbank

Are you interested in stunning river views, first-class casinos and popular shops? A visit to Southbank might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Crown Casino and Melbourne Skydeck.

Southbank
Fitzroy Gardens featuring heritage architecture, a house and a garden

East Melbourne

Known for its abundant dining options and colourful gardens, there's plenty to explore in East Melbourne. Top attractions like Melbourne Cricket Ground and Collins Street are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Jolimont Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.

East Melbourne


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