Pakenham

Melbourne

A tranquil wetland scene at Point Cook, Melbourne, Australia, with reeds and aquatic vegetation. An integration of natural habitats within suburban residential environments with homes nearby.
A tranquil wetland scene at Point Cook, Melbourne, Australia, with reeds and aquatic vegetation. An integration of natural habitats within suburban residential environments with homes nearby.
This Heron is a local at the Cardinia Waters Retirement Village. I suspect its not over 55 but no one seems to complain.
Full moon tonight. Sky clear enough for a clear photo .
Good insert piece to post over a waterfall or clift. Not of course to deceive the viewers.  Just to enhance the experience. 🤗

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Pakenham Hotel Deals

Mercure Pakenham

Mercure Pakenham

4 out of 5
77 Racecourse Rd Pakenham VIC
$116 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from Feb 3 to Feb 4
$128 total
Feb 3 - Feb 4
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (184 reviews)
Room, staff and motel all amazing but I was not happy about the price given on your site being in USD and on paying at the location obviously because of the conversion the price was higher than expected

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Mercure Pakenham
Sage Melbourne Ringwood

Sage Melbourne Ringwood

4.5 out of 5
211 Maroondah Highway Ringwood VIC
$102 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
$112 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (836 reviews)
Check-in was quick, staff were helpful, and the room was well-equipped.

Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026

Sage Melbourne Ringwood
PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne

PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne

4 out of 5
872 Blackburn Road Clayton VIC
$142 nightly
The price is $157 total per night from Feb 7 to Feb 8
$157 total
Feb 7 - Feb 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (451 reviews)
Excellent stay.

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne
Novotel Melbourne Glen Waverley

Novotel Melbourne Glen Waverley

4.5 out of 5
285 Springvale Road Glen Waverley VIC
$120 nightly
The price is $132 total per night from Feb 6 to Feb 7
$132 total
Feb 6 - Feb 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
Clean room, staff, amenities

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

Novotel Melbourne Glen Waverley
Atura Dandenong

Atura Dandenong

4.5 out of 5
5-17 Doveton Avenue Eumemmerring VIC
$101 nightly
The price is $111 total per night from Feb 13 to Feb 14
$111 total
Feb 13 - Feb 14
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Dandenong Plaza and Drum Theatre ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (810 reviews)
The room was well appointed and the buffet breakfast was surprisingly good. The only negative was that on our last night a large group of teenage boys checked in on our floor and were incredibly disruptive, with no efforts on anyone's part (parents, guardians, hotel staff) to minimise this disruption ...

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

Atura Dandenong
Hyatt Place Melbourne, Caribbean Park

Hyatt Place Melbourne, Caribbean Park

4 out of 5
38 DALMORE DRIVE Scoresby VIC
$129 nightly
The price is $142 total per night from Feb 13 to Feb 14
$142 total
Feb 13 - Feb 14
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (254 reviews)
We didn't take breakfast, but coffee bar was good.

Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026

Hyatt Place Melbourne, Caribbean Park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighborhoods around Pakenham

Frankston featuring a sandy beach

Frankston

Well-liked for its spas and golf courses, Frankston is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Frankston Arts Centre and Frankston Beach, and jump on the metro at Frankston Station to get around the city.

Frankston
The view from the observation tower is breath taking

Warburton

Unique features of Warburton include the river views and bars. Make a stop by Yarra River Walk or O'Shannassy Trail while you're exploring the area.

Warburton
Mornington which includes signage

Mornington

Spas, restaurants, and beaches are some highlights of Mornington. Make a stop by Mornington Park or Mornington Country Golf Course while you're exploring.

Mornington
A big feature of the beaches that line the eastern shorelines of Port Phillip Bay in Victoria are the brightly coloured beach bathing boxes. Mount Martha has some spectacular examples of these curious structures. And there is nothing like a sunset on the beach.

Mount Martha

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Mount Martha. You might want to make time for a stop at Mount Martha Beach South or Balcombe Creek Bushland Reserve.

Mount Martha
St Kilda featuring a beach, a city and general coastal views

St Kilda

Inner seaside suburb featuring attractions like Luna Park, St Kilda Pier, the Palais Theatre, and the Esplanade Hotel, perfect for a fun-filled Melbourne visit.

St Kilda
Jam Factory showing heritage elements

South Yarra

Prahran Market and Chapel Street are top sights in South Yarra, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at South Yarra Station or Hawksburn Station to see more sights in the area.

South Yarra


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