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"This was a great experience! Greeting was friendly and helpful. The accommodation was clean, comfortable and contemporary. The setting was peaceful an ... " More

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Hotel Description

A luxury stay in Steels Creek awaits you at Araluen Boutique Accommodation. You'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Yileena Park and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from De Bortoli - Yarra Valley. Highlights at this lodge include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi.

A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages along with body scrubs, facials, and mani/pedis. Other amenities include free WiFi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle.

Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4.5-star Steels Creek lodge include Yarrawood Winery and Alowyn Gardens.

Boutique Lodge Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$227* Per night/room 1 Apr. - 2 Apr.

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Araluen Boutique Accommodation ratings based on 28 Verified Reviews

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Guest reviews for Araluen Boutique Accommodation

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5 out of 5
A nice little stay

Posted by on 16 Jul. 2023

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5 out of 5
This was a great experience! Greeting was friendly and helpful. The accommodation was clean, comfortable and contemporary. The setting was peaceful and everything was supplied. The shared kitchen and lounge area with coffee machine was great. This was a real hidden gem and we will return.

Posted by on 23 Sep. 2022

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23 Sep. 2022 by Rachel Hanson

Hi AndrewThank you for such a glowing review. We are so pleased you found our hidden gem and that you enjoyed your stay in our Lodge.We look forward to seeing you back at Araluen soon.Warmest regardsRachel

5 out of 5
Beautiful location and felt very homey.

Posted by on 9 Jul. 2021

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5 out of 5
Great rooms, lovely location near yarra glen.

Posted by on 3 Jul. 2021

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5 Jul. 2021 by Rachel Hanson

I am so pleased you enjoyed your stay at Araluen. Thank you for staying. Regards Rachel

5 out of 5
Very clean and well looked after, nice place for a little walk around.

Posted by on 26 Jan. 2021

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26 Jan. 2021 by Rachel Hanson

Thank you for taking the time to post this review on your recent stay at Araluen. I am pleased to read you enjoyed your stay and the property. Hopefully we will see you another time. Warmest regards Rachel

5 out of 5

Posted by on 25 Jan. 2021

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12 Feb. 2021 by Rachel Hanson

Thank you Sue We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay at Araluen See you next time Regards Rachel

5 out of 5
My fiancé and I stayed in one of the lodgings which was absolutely beautiful. Very clean, comfortable and relaxing - perfect for a weekend getaway. The whole house is so well lovely and charming. Rachel made our stay very relaxing amd easy!

Posted by , from Melbourne on 31 Dec. 2020

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5 Jan. 2021 by Rachel Hanson

Thank you Talita We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay in one of our Boutique Lodge rooms and chose to see the new year in at Araluen. We hope to see you back again soon. Regards Rachel and Neil

5 out of 5
Absolutely beautiful accomadation, we will definitely return..

Posted by on 15 Mar. 2020

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15 Mar. 2020 by Rachel Hanson

Thank you so much for your kind review . We are so pleased you will be returning. See you soon! Regards Rachel and Neil

5 out of 5

Posted by on 1 Mar. 2020

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4 Mar. 2020 by Rachel Hanson

Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay at Araluen. I am so pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Regards Rachel

5 out of 5
Very helpful and friendly hosts. Nothing was too much trouble. Staying on the property is perfect in all seasons- fire place when it’s cold or outdoor swimming pool when it’s hot. We stayed with kids and they loved it, too.

Posted by on 12 Jan. 2020

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12 Jan. 2020 by Rachel Hanson

Thank you so much for your lovely review regarding your recent stay at Araluen. I am so pleased the whole family enjoyed their stay. We hope to see you back again soon.

About the Araluen Boutique Accommodation

Location 603 Steels Creek Road, Steels Creek, VIC 3775

Property Features

WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. An area shuttle within 30 kilometers, a shopping center shuttle, and a train station drop-off service are available for a fee. An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Araluen Boutique Accommodation. The lodge can provide concierge services and wedding services. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Steels Creek lodge.

  • 1 floor
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2007
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Area shuttle within 30 kilometers, train station pick-up, and shopping center shuttle available for a surcharge
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Araluen Boutique Accommodation offers 7 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature espresso makers and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas and include dining tables. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and in-room massages can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

  • Private balcony or patio (furnished)
  • Dining room
  • Sitting area
  • Pillowtop beds
  • Microwave
  • Espresso maker
  • Coffee maker
  • Kitchenware
  • Egyptian cotton linens
  • Down blanket
  • Pillow options
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Massage in room (surcharge)
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobes
  • Slippers
  • Designer toiletries
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Exterior corridor access
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor
  • Wardrobe or closet

Spa Services

  • Body treatments
  • Facial treatments
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Body scrubs
  • Massages
  • Deep tissue massage
  • Swedish massage
  • Sports massage

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 9:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and key retrieval information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Araluen Boutique Accommodation offers transfers from the train station (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation 72 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. The front desk at this property is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM.
Guests arriving after 9 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in information and key retrieval information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, cash, and mobile payments. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 8 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 9 PM
  • Debit cards
  • Events/parties not allowed
  • Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • LGBTQIA friendly
  • Credit card pre-authorisation
  • Mobile payments
  • Guest will receive an email before arrival 48 hours
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff do not wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are not in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are available
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of Intertek Cristal (3rd party expert - Global)
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service not has not been amended for enhanced safety
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of AUD 100.00 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee and varies based on length of stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Araluen Lodge Villas Yarra Glen
  • Araluen Villas Lodge Yarra Glen
  • Araluen Villas Yarra Glen
  • Araluen Boutique Accommodation Lodge Yarra Glen
  • Araluen Hotel Yarra Glen
  • Araluen Lodge Yarra Glen, Yarra Valley, Australia
  • Araluen Boutique Accommodation Lodge
  • Araluen Boutique Accommodation Yarra Glen
  • Araluen Boutique Accommodation Lodge
  • Araluen Boutique Accommodation Steels Creek
  • Araluen Boutique Accommodation Lodge Steels Creek

You should know

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.