Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley - Yarra Glen

$$$$||View on mapYarra Glen, Australia1309 Melba Highway, Yarra Glen, Australia, 3775|
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Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley - Yarra Glen
1309 Melba Highway, Yarra Glen, Australia, 3775·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.5Great
Comfort9.2
Location9.2
Staff9.1
Cleanliness9.0
Facilities8.6
Who stays here
Couples63%
Families19%
Groups11%
Solo6%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.5Great
Comfort9.2
Location9.2
Staff9.1
Cleanliness9.0
Facilities8.6
Who stays here
Couples63%
Families19%
Groups11%
Solo6%

5-star winery resort with on-site vineyard and endota spa

Winery & Wine Experiences

Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley holds a 5-star Winery Rating by Halliday Wine Companion, a rating based solely on wine quality. Guests receive complimentary wine tastings at the cellar door, where they can sample estate-grown wines including Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon. The hotel also offers hands-on winemaker experiences, allowing guests to blend their own wine under expert guidance.

Dining

The on-site Restaurant 1309 serves award-winning modern Australian cuisine that focuses on seasonal local produce. A High Tea experience is available every Sunday afternoon, featuring a three-tiered platter of sweet and savoury treats with free-flowing Cuvée bubbles. The restaurant also offers a dinner menu with options like porterhouse steak and pumpkin gnocchi, paired with wines from the estate.

Wellness & Spa

The dedicated endota spa on-site offers exclusive wellness treatments including couples massage, body wraps, and facial treatments. Guests can use the indoor heated pool and fitness centre, though the pool is currently empty and closed according to recent reviews. The spa also provides body scrubs, manicure and pedicure services, and a spa lounge for relaxation.

Accommodations

Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley Yarra Glen offers 70 well-appointed accommodation rooms and suites, including the One-Bedroom Suite with Spa Bath and private balcony. Each room provides free internet access, cable TV, and air conditioning, with suites offering kitchenettes and views of the Yarra Valley. The hotel has undergone recent renovations, with new buildings receiving positive guest feedback for their spacious layout and comfortable beds.

Location & Activities

The hotel is a 1-hour drive from Melbourne, placing it within reach of city attractions while offering a quiet vineyard setting. Healesville Sanctuary is a 20-minute drive away, and the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Ice-Creamery is nearby for additional day trips. Balgownie Estate was awarded Bronze Business Event Venue in 2021 at the Victorian Tourism Awards, making it a suitable choice for corporate retreats and team-building activities.

  • Winery: 5-star rating by Halliday Wine Companion, on-site wine production
  • Spa: endota spa with full-body massage, facial treatments, and spa packages
  • Dining: Restaurant 1309 with award-winning modern Australian cuisine and Sunday High Tea
  • Accommodations: 70 rooms and suites including spa suites with private balcony
  • Events: Bronze Business Event Venue 2021, scenic spaces for weddings and corporate functions
  • Location: 1-hour drive from Melbourne, 20 minutes from Healesville Sanctuary
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
from 07:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of AUD 39.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:81
Former name
Mercure Yarra Valley Balgownie Estate
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Rooms and availability

Premier Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Standard Corner Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed or 1 Queen-size bed
Premier King Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Babysitting
Swimming pool
Air conditioning
Facilities for kids

Children's buffet

Cots

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Full body massage

Room view

  • Garden view
  • Mountain view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley

💵 Lowest room price 152 £
📏 Distance to centre 3.6 km
✈️ Distance to airport 57.4 km
🧳 Nearest airport Essendon Fields, MEB

Location

1309 Melba Highway, Yarra Glen, Australia, 3775
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Reviews of Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley

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FAQ about Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley

Which popular attractions are located near the 5-star Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley hotel?
You can always visit Alowyn Gardens, placed 0.9 km from the 5-star Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley hotel. Another landmark that is worth your while is Yarra Valley Gifts located approximately a 10-minute drive away.
What is the closest airport to the Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley hotel?
Essendon Fields airport is located within a 55-minute drive (60 km) from the Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley hotel.
Can I leave my car in Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley hotel parking lot for free?
Yes, Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley hotel offers guests to park their cars at parking spaces for free.
Can I eat breakfast at the 5-star Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the 5-star Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley.
What is check-in and check-out time at the resort?
Guests of the resort can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 07:00.
What are the booking prices at the hotel?
The prices at the hotel start from $228.
What payment methods are accepted in the Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley?
Payment methods in the Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley include:
  • Mastercard
  • Visa
  • American Express
What kinds of rooms does Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley offer?
Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley offers such room types as Suite, King Room, and Standard Queen Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 5-star Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley hotel?
Most rooms of the 5-star Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley hotel include a patio and a balcony as well as free wireless internet and a TV set.
Are there any business facilities featured at the 5-star Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley?
For business travellers the 5-star Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley offers a conference room as well as audio-visual equipment and a photocopier.
What spa facilities are provided at the 5-star Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley hotel?
At a wellness area featured at the 5-star Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley hotel guests can receive such spa procedures as pedicure, manicure, and beauty services. Additionally, a treatment room, a hot tub, and sauna facilities are offered on-site.
Do you have a pool at the resort?
Yes, the resort features a heated pool.
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