Small Boutique hotels in VICTORIA

This historic property stands in large, shaded gardens in the heart of Flinders. Recently having undergone a thorough renovation and boasting a spectacular new wing, Flinders Hotel offers luxurious boutique accommodation and fabulous gourmet cuisine in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Ideally located on the Mornington Peninsula, Flinders Hotel is within easy reach of both of Flinders' magnificent beaches - sheltered west head, with its 250 metre long pier, and Flinders Ocean Beach, a favourite spot with surfers. The hotel is within easy walking distance of Flinders Golf Club, which offers a spectacular course with fabulous ocean views. Other nearby attractions include the Cape Schanck Lightstation in the Mornington Peninsula National Park, and a number of world famous wineries. One of the 'raisons d'être' of the Flinders Hotel is its fine gourmet restaurant, and the Terminus Restaurant offers a sophisticated fusion of French and Mediterranean cuisine with subtle, aromatic North African undertones. Guests can enjoy meals by the open fire in winter, or out of doors on the terrace on warm summer evenings. The Deck Bar & Bistro offers a more informal dining experience, again both indoors and outdoors, with a magnificent selection of hearty, typical pub favourites.

Standing in a secluded forest sanctuary, Hepburn at Hepburn is a spectacular design boutique property, situated in just fourteen architect designed luxury villas. This adults only retreat is the perfect getaway for intimate, tranquil visits to this beautiful region, with all the comforts of a five-star hotel. Located just a five minutes' walk from the Hepburn Bathhouse and Spa, Hepburn at Hepburn is within easy reach of all of the most important landmarks and attractions of the Hepburn Springs and Daylesford area, including the mineral springs, majestic historic buildings such as the Convent Gallery, or delightful natural sights like the Wombat Hill Botanical Gardens. Surrounded by the Wombat State Forest, the region offers a fantastic selection of trails for hikers and mountain bikers, and golf enthusiasts will also be delighted with the course at Hepburn Springs. Designed and developed by the award winning architect David Edelman, the spacious one-bedroom five-star villas provide the most stylish and sophisticated accommodation in the region. Luxuriously furnished and decorated, with noble timber, marble and stone combined with plush fabrics, the villas are fully air-conditioned, and come with a range of high-tech amenities, including large flat-screen TVs, sumptuous spa baths, and Wi-Fi internet connectivity.

Hotel Frangos is a unique luxury boutique property, located in the centre of the charming little spa town of Daylesford. Set in a carefully renovated and modernised period building, Hotel Frangos offers luxurious accommodation, an award winning café and restaurant, and exclusive spa facilities in an eclectic, friendly atmosphere. The highly central setting of Hotel Frangos means that it is the perfect spot for relaxing visits to this beautiful little town, with its famous spas and springs, chic restaurants and cafés, fascinating art galleries and fabulous boutique shopping. Standing in the Heart of the Wombat State Park, Daylesford is also a paradise for hikers and mountain bikers, with a massive network of well mapped and marked trails, while the Macedon Ranges wine region offers some of Australia's finest boutique wineries. Hotel Frangos takes great pride in its fine cuisine, and Jimmy's Bar represents a modern, relaxed approach to quality dining in Daylesford. At Jimmy's Bar, the chef and his team create contemporary European styled menus using the region's finest and freshest seasonal produce. Inspired creativity abounds with innovative twists on classic dishes. Café KouKla offers a cosy atmosphere for fantastic coffee, an excellent wine list and a range of classic dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Middle Park Hotel is set in one of this elegant suburb's most important heritage properties, originally built in 1889. After a long and varied history, this charming boutique hotel was reopened in 2009 and now provides luxury accommodation and authentic Australian cuisine in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Perfectly located for both business and pleasure visits to Melbourne, Middle Park Hotel stands opposite Gate 1 of the Albert Park Australian Grand Prix, so is a must for motor-racing fans. Albert Park also offers an excellent golf course, bowling greens and tennis courts, and other nearby landmarks include the Royal Botanical Gardens and the National Gallery of Victoria. The long, sandy beaches of Middle Park Beach are less than a ten-minute walk away, while Melbourne's excellent light railway and tram systems provide quick and easy access to the CBD and the rest of the city. Middle Park Hotel takes great pride in its cuisine, and the chef and his team concentrate on bringing the finest Victorian produce from 'paddock to plate', with hearty, carefully prepared dishes combining perennial favourites with modern touches. The spacious dining room has five private dining booths, where guests can enjoy sporting events in style with individual plasma screens. Another feature of this magnificent heritage property is its spectacular public bar, with one of Australia's largest free-standing bars, no less than seventy metres long. The bar serves an excellent selection of fine Victorian beers and wines, along with a selection of popular pub dishes.

Ovolo Laneways is a new design hotel located in the heart of Melbourne's Central Business District, and is set in a carefully renovated modern building. This luxury boutique property provides chic, spacious accommodation in a friendly, informal atmosphere. Standing just footsteps away from Parliament Square and Chinatown, Ovolo Laneways is perfect for both business and pleasure visits to this fashionable, chic neighbourhood of Melbourne. Surrounded by countless cafés, restaurants and fascinating shopping, the hotel is also within easy walking distance of many of the most important landmarks and attractions of this magnificent city, including Flinders Lane, the laneways, Federation Square, Parliament House and St. Patrick's cathedral. Ovolo Laneways has forty-three rooms and suites, all featuring unique designer decoration and furnishings. Filled with modern, practical details and high-tech amenities, the rooms have spacious work desks, Apple TV and satellite channels, and complimentary mini-bars. They are of course air-conditioned, and come with complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi connections for easy web navigation and on-line communication. Every morning, Ovolo Laneways offers a free continental Grab n'Go breakfast in the dining area, and all rooms come with tea and coffee making facilities. Larger rooms and suites also come with fully equipped kitchenettes.

This unique property is located in the heart of Melbourne's buzzing Flinders Lane district, and is set in a magnificently restored and modernised late-thirties clothing warehouse. After a recent change of ownership, the Adelphi Hotel provides luxurious boutique accommodation and unique cuisine in a spectacular city-centre setting. Perfect for both business and pleasure visits to Melbourne city centre, The Adelphi stands in the midst of one of the city's most fashionable districts, and is surrounded on all sides by a huge selection of excellent cafés and restaurants, and chic and fascinating shopping. Many of Melbourne's most important landmarks and historic sites are within easy walking distance of Adelphi Hotel, including Federation Square, St. Pauls Cathedral, the Regent Theatre and the National Gallery of Victoria. The city's excellent tram system provides quick and easy links with the rest of the city and the greater region. Along with its thirty-four sumptuously furnished and equipped rooms, Adelphi Hotel boasts a serene lounge area, a spectacular rooftop terrace with a deck area and a unique overhanging pool, and the Om Nom Kitchen & Bar, Mon Bijou cocktail bar and the award winning Ezard restaurant, where guests can enjoy the fabulous creations of Adelphi's French trained head chef, Christy Tan.

Standing in lush, shaded gardens, The Dudley Boutique Hotel is a magnificent historic property, originally built in 1908. Recently having undergone a thorough restoration and renovation, this charming boutique property now provides exclusive, luxurious bed and breakfast accommodation in an idyllic village setting. Located in the heart of the pretty spa village of Hepburn Springs, The Dudley Boutique Hotel is the ideal spot for romantic getaways and tranquil, relaxing visits to this beautiful area. It is less than four kilometres from the delightful spa town of Daylesford, with its famous natural spring mineral spas, restaurants, galleries and delightful gardens. Set in the midst of the Wombat State Park, the region is a haven for hikers and mountain bikers, with a fabulous range of bush walks and trails close at hand. The Dudley Boutique Hotel offers accommodation in just six rooms and one suite. Four rooms are located in the original 1908 house, while the suite and two queen rooms are situated in the newly renovated Dudley Cottage. Although the Dudley does not have a restaurant, on weekends The Lounge and The Library offer a delicious selection of pre-dinner canapés, light snacks and indulgent desserts, along with an excellent range of local wines. For guests wishing to explore the region with a picnic, the Dudley offers a fabulous hamper, filled with tempting delights, a bottle of champagne, and complete with a blanket. Afternoon tea is also served.

Standing in the heart of Melbourne's fashionable, up-market South Yarra district, The Lyall Hotel is an exclusive five-star boutique hotel, providing luxury accommodation, fine cuisine and full services in an elegant, friendly ambiance. Ideally located for both business and pleasure visits to this beautiful city, The Lyall Hotel is just a short walk from South Yarra's emblematic Toorak Road and Chapel Street, home to countless designer boutiques and fascinating world class restaurants. The Royal Botanic Gardens and the National Gallery of Victoria are also within easy reach, and Melbourne's excellent tram system provides speedy, efficient links to the CBD and the rest of the city. Albert Park offers an excellent golf course, and of course the Grand Prix circuit. The Lyall Hotel has forty luxurious suites, ranging in size from Deluxe One-Bedroom Suites to the unique platinum suites. The hotel's interior design features contemporary oriental touches, along with exclusively designed, custom built Australian furniture and fabrics. Each floor of the hotel has an art gallery, featuring the original work of the resident French artist Thierry B. As befits a hotel of this category, Lyall Hotel offers a range of bespoke services, from twenty-four hour room service and valet car parking to shopping privilege cards and "insider information" on South Yarra. Guests can enjoy elegant yet relaxed dining in the Bistro Lyall, while the Lyall Champage Bar serves a fine selection of French champagne, cocktails and snacks.

This charming property enjoys a delightful location, standing on a quiet street overlooking the Mitchell river in Bairnsdale. Situated in two unique historic mansions, originally built in 1886, the Riversleigh is a luxury boutique hotel providing exclusive bed and breakfast accommodation in a beautiful heritage setting. Perfect for relaxing visits to the spectacular East Gippsland region, The Riversleigh is within easy reach of many of the area's most important landmarks and attractions, including St. Mary's church, the Gippsland Lakes, Ninety Mile Beach, and the spectacular rainforests. Outdoor activities available include hiking and mountain biking, as well as a fabulous range of water sports. In winter, skiing is available at Mount Hotham. Recently having undergone a thorough renovation, The Riversleigh features many of the original Victorian elements that make it such an important heritage building, including the cast-iron balconies, terrazzo paving on the verandas, the etched glass surrounding many of the doors, and the beautiful ruby-glass windows that originally lit the top of the staircases. The Riversleigh's unique décor combines these historic details with elegant furnishings and a magnificent range of modern amenities, including air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs and complimentary Wi-Fi.