East Bairnsdale Travel Guide
Bairnsdale
Visit East Bairnsdale
Popular places to visit
Robb Street Gallery
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Robb Street Gallery during your travels in Bairnsdale. Stroll along this relaxing area's riverfront or simply enjoy its cafes.
Jones Bay Wildlife Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Jones Bay Wildlife Reserve, a lovely green space in Bairnsdale. Take in the museums while you're in the area.
East Gippsland Rail Trail
You can take time to visit East Gippsland Rail Trail during your travels to Bairnsdale. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in the area.
St Mary's Catholic Church
After visiting St Mary's Catholic Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bairnsdale. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its spas.
Bairnsdale Historical Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Bairnsdale Historical Museum in Bairnsdale. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its cafes.
McLeod's Morass Wildlife Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at McLeod's Morass Wildlife Reserve, a lovely green space in Bairnsdale. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's cafes.
Top hotels in East Bairnsdale

Quest Bairnsdale
"Good location, short walk to main street, secure parking."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026

The Esplanade Resort and Spa
"Staff are great and very helpful. The hotel could use some maintenance. The lift had a bad smell in it and stained carpet. But it's a good place to stay."
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026

Mitchell on Main Motel & Apartments
"Very clean & comfy.. would definitely recommend & stay there again.."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026

Bellevue on the Lakes
"Location was great. Large room with comfortable bed. Room needs updating as it looks very tired and shower head was dripping which was annoying."
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026

Mariners Cove at Paynesville Motel & Apartments
"Great easy location great staff views fantastic easy walk in town highly recommend stay."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026

Lakeside Motel Waterfront
"Good for 1 night stay"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Where to stay in East Bairnsdale

Lucknow
Lucknow is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like East Gippsland Rail Trail and Nicholson St. Gallery if you have time to explore the area.
Broadlands
If you're spending some time in Broadlands, Lake King and Jones Bay Gippsland Lakes Reserve are top sights worth seeing.
Wy Yung
Travellers like the parks in Wy Yung, and East Gippsland Rail Trail is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Ellaswood
While there might not be top attractions in Ellaswood, you can explore the larger area and discover places like East Gippsland Rail Trail and Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre.
Eastwood
While there might not be top attractions in Eastwood, you can explore the larger area and discover places like East Gippsland Rail Trail and Nicholson St. Gallery.
