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Our top choices for Puffing Billy Railway hotels

A wooden deck with a metal railing, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

1. Emerald Ridge

Emerald Ridge
3.5 star property
0.9 mi from Puffing Billy Railway
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (58 reviews)
"A beautiful place, spacious, well equipped with everything. Perfect for family with kids!"
United States
Patchareeporn
The price is £136
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Emerald Ridge
A house with a wooden deck, a staircase, and a front door.

2. Clarendon Cottages

Clarendon Cottages
4.5 star property
6.7 mi from Puffing Billy Railway
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (176 reviews)
"Beautiful and cosy stay with a great breakfast! "
Australia
Tiffany
The price is £131
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Clarendon Cottages
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a window with curtains.

3. Rowville International Hotel

Rowville International Hotel
3.5 star property
11.4 mi from Puffing Billy Railway
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (445 reviews)
"Big, clean rooms with freshly renovated bathrooms. The king bed is comfy and the rooms are far enough away from the road you don't hear much at all."
Australia
Dean
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Rowville International Hotel
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden floor, a fireplace, a sofa, a television, and a large window.

4. Arnica Views

Arnica Views
4.5 star property
8.6 mi from Puffing Billy Railway
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (182 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable, great location."
Australia
Julie
The price is £190
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Arnica Views
A modern lobby with a polished floor, large windows, and decorative vases.

5. Golden Pebble Hotel

Golden Pebble Hotel
3.5 star property
12.2 mi from Puffing Billy Railway
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Very convienent when we drive to Melbourne for various reasons. Good parking. Easy check-in and check-out. We ate at anexcellent Chinese inhouse resturant with very friendly staff. Was very convienient. This was our 3rd booking here."
Australia
Darren
The price is £67
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Golden Pebble Hotel
A modern lobby with a wooden staircase, seating area, and large glass doors leading outside.

6. Mercure Pakenham

Mercure Pakenham
4.0 star property
10.2 mi from Puffing Billy Railway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (227 reviews)
"Close to town and restaurants and easy parking, the hotel is new and the rooms are excellent"
Australia
Bryan
The price is £91
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Mercure Pakenham
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

7. Atura Dandenong

Atura Dandenong
4.5 star property
11.4 mi from Puffing Billy Railway
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (874 reviews)
"Great quick stay - arrived late check in was easy. Breakfast included at a fair rate and no complaints. Will stay again"
Australia
Barbara
The price is £87
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Atura Dandenong
A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by tropical plants and a modern building with large windows.

8. Nightcap at York on Lilydale

Nightcap at York on Lilydale
3.5 star property
10.5 mi from Puffing Billy Railway
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (396 reviews)
"Friendly staff, reasonable room easy parking"
Australia
warren
The price is £62
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Nightcap at York on Lilydale
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a balcony with a view of trees.

9. Quest Narre Warren

Quest Narre Warren
4.0 star property
9.4 mi from Puffing Billy Railway
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (366 reviews)
"Excellent amenities and great access to local restaurants."
Australia
Jock
The price is £117
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Quest Narre Warren
A hotel entrance with a glass door, a green exit sign, a doormat with 'Lifestyle at Ferntree' text, and a potted plant beside the door.

10. Lifestyle Apartments at Ferntree

Lifestyle Apartments at Ferntree
4.5 star property
8.7 mi from Puffing Billy Railway
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (291 reviews)
"Had a very good stay. Bed exceptionally comfortable and overall very clean."
Australia
Sandy
The price is £103
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Lifestyle Apartments at Ferntree
A covered outdoor area with stone flooring, a stone wall, and lush greenery including ferns and palm-like plants.

11. Panorama Retreat & Resort

Panorama Retreat & Resort
3.5 star property
8.5 mi from Puffing Billy Railway
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (114 reviews)
"The room was great, the staff was the best"
Australia
Glenn
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Panorama Retreat & Resort
A long indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, wooden ceiling panels, and large windows along one side.

12. Melbourne Knox Central Apartment Hotel

Melbourne Knox Central Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
12.1 mi from Puffing Billy Railway
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (257 reviews)
"The pool and gym was very nice."
Australia
Yao-Lin
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Melbourne Knox Central Apartment Hotel
A balcony with a round table, two chairs, a potted plant, a bowl with a spoon, and a newspaper.

13. Punthill Knox

Punthill Knox
4.5 star property
12.1 mi from Puffing Billy Railway
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (447 reviews)
"Comfortable safe clean accommodation great friendly helpful staff"
Australia
Linh
The price is £100
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Punthill Knox
A modern reception area with a patterned carpet, a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

14. Dorset Gardens Hotel

Dorset Gardens Hotel
3.5 star property
12.3 mi from Puffing Billy Railway
7.6 out of 10, Good, (760 reviews)
"The room was perfect for what we needed"
Australia
Marie
The price is £66
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Dorset Gardens Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

15. Beaconsfield Lodge Motel

Beaconsfield Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
8.8 mi from Puffing Billy Railway
7.0 out of 10, Good, (27 reviews)
"Very lovely and friendly staff"
Australia
Martin
The price is £53
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Beaconsfield Lodge Motel
A building with a tiled roof and covered patio area, surrounded by trees and greenery.

16. Melaleuca Lodge

Melaleuca Lodge
3.0 star property
9 mi from Puffing Billy Railway
6.8 out of 10, (350 reviews)
"A clean and great place to stay for a trip away "
Australia
Breno
The price is £59
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Melaleuca Lodge
A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a brick building facade.

17. Hotel Cavalier

Hotel Cavalier
2.5 star property
12.1 mi from Puffing Billy Railway
7.4 out of 10, Good, (555 reviews)
"Expedia is a terrible organisation to deal with and i will never use them again."
Australia
Darren
The price is £69
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel Cavalier
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a view into the adjacent living area.

18. Nightcap at Ferntree Gully Hotel Motel

Nightcap at Ferntree Gully Hotel Motel
3.5 star property
8.4 mi from Puffing Billy Railway
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (384 reviews)
"Since my last stay the property has been refurbished and the rooms are lovely. Easy access to lots of good stuff to see and do in the area."
Australia
Glenda
The price is £59
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Nightcap at Ferntree Gully Hotel Motel
A front view of a building with two blue doors, a potted plant, two black chairs, and a small table.

19. The Prince Mark Motor Inn

The Prince Mark Motor Inn
3.0 star property
12.1 mi from Puffing Billy Railway
5.6 out of 10, (97 reviews)
"good location reasonable price close to pub and pokies "
Australia
john
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Prince Mark Motor Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to Puffing Billy Railway

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A wooden deck with a metal railing, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
Emerald Ridge
3.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
58 reviews
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A house with a wooden deck, a staircase, and a front door.
Clarendon Cottages
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
176 reviews
View
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a window with curtains.
Rowville International Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
445 reviews
View
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden floor, a fireplace, a sofa, a television, and a large window.
Arnica Views
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
182 reviews
View
A modern lobby with a polished floor, large windows, and decorative vases.
Golden Pebble Hotel
3.5 star property
8.4
Very good
1,005 reviews
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Top Puffing Billy Railway Hotel Reviews

A wooden deck with a metal railing, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
Emerald Ridge

Emerald Ridge

Emerald Ridge
Emerald

10/10 Excellent

Lovely room and host
United Kingdom
Stephen
Reviewed November 16, 2025
Emerald Ridge

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Puffing Billy Railway?

Puffing Billy Railway is located in Melbourne. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 9 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Puffing Billy Railway?

The Olsen Melbourne - Art Series is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this aparthotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. You'll find it 25.2 mi (40.5 km) from Puffing Billy Railway. Other good choices in the area include View Melbourne and Pullman East Melbourne.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Puffing Billy Railway?

Expedia has 9 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Puffing Billy Railway.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Puffing Billy Railway, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Puffing Billy Railway.

What can I see and do near Puffing Billy Railway?

You can wander around Emerald Lake Park, Wright Forest Bushland Reserve or Menzies Creek Bushland Reserve if you want a dose of fresh air. Gemco Community Theatre, Australian Rainbow Trout Farm and Puffing Billy Steam Train are some favourites close by Puffing Billy Railway. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Cardinia Reservoir, Selby G196 Bushland Reserve and Black Hill Bushland Reserve.

How can I get to Puffing Billy Railway?

If you're taking a train into town, Emerald Station and Lakeside Station are the closest stops to Emerald. There may not be many public transport options to choose from near Puffing Billy Railway so consider renting a car to see more of the area.