Melbourne and Victoria Self Drive Loop

Melbourne and Victoria Self Drive Loop Itinerary

• Avani Melbourne Jazz Corner Residences • 2 Nights

  Located in the vibrant heart of the city, you’ll find your rhythm quickly at Avani Melbourne Jazz Corner Residences, a leading apartment hotel in Melbourne. Mingle with the maestros at the iconic Bird’s Basement without ever leaving the building, or step into the city, with Queen Victoria Market, Melbourne Central Shopping Centre, and Flagstaff Gardens just a beat away. Stay in tune with a well-equipped gym, fitness centre, and an on-site mezzanine restaurant - everything you need to ensure your stay hits the right note.

• InterContinental Sorrento Mornington Peninsula • 2 Nights

  Take a moment to discover the luxury of sleeping to the song of the sea while being cocooned in plush bedding and wrapped in fine linens. Wake to the fresh sea breeze and feel rested and refreshed for the day ahead. Embrace the Peninsula pace of life and meander through the quaint streets of Sorrento, rich with heritage, stories and culture. Delight in the ocean’s bounty, indulge in the land’s fresh produce and sip your way around the rolling hills and vineyards.

• Kaloha Holiday Resort • 1 Night

  Nestled by the pristine shores of Cowes beach and just minutes away from the Island’s top attractions, Kaloha Holiday Resort provides the best Phillip Island accommodation for a peaceful island retreat.

• Yarra Valley Lodge • 2 Nights

  Less than an hour’s drive from Melbourne’s hustle, nestled gently within the grounds of the exclusive Heritage Golf & Country Club, Yarra Valley Lodge – a world-class hotel and accommodation – invites you to refresh your soul.

• Hotel Vera • 1 Night

  Hotel Vera Ballarat is a boutique luxury hotel set within a restored 19th-century mansion in the heart of Ballarat, blending historic architecture with contemporary design and a strong artistic focus. With just seven individually styled suites, personalised service, and features like a chef-led restaurant and curated local experiences, it offers an intimate, design-driven stay that emphasises comfort, creativity, and quiet retreat.

• Royal Mail Hotel • 1 Night

  Royal Mail Hotel is a historic luxury regional retreat in Dunkeld at the base of the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park in Victoria. Originally a 19th-century coaching inn, it has evolved into an award-winning destination known for its strong connection to place, combining fine dining, extensive accommodation, and one of the world’s most notable wine cellars. The hotel is built around a “food, wine, people & place” philosophy, with much of its produce grown on-site in a large kitchen garden and used across its acclaimed restaurants, alongside immersive nature and conservation experiences in the surrounding landscape.

• Discovery Parks - Warrnambool • 1 Night

  Discovery Parks - Warrnambool is your gateway to Great Ocean Road glory. Just a hop away from the 12 Apostles and Port Fairy, it's adventure central. And hey, when you're not out exploring, there are pedal karts, a playground, and a swimming pool to keep the good times rolling. Dog-friendly digs? You bet. Your coastal caper awaits.

• Cumberland Lorne • 1 Night

  Cumberland Lorne Resort is a beachfront apartment-style accommodation on Victoria’s Great Ocean Road in Lorne, offering spacious self-contained one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments and penthouses with ocean or garden views. It combines a central location opposite the beach with resort-style facilities such as an indoor heated pool, gym, tennis courts, sauna, and on-site dining and retail access, making it a relaxed base for both short getaways and longer stays in the coastal town.

• Avani Melbourne Jazz Corner Residences • 1 Night

  Return to the Jazz Corner in Melbourne for the final night of your unforgettable Victoria holiday.