East Bairnsdale Travel Guide

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.

Robb Street Gallery

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.

Jones Bay Wildlife Reserve

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service

If Bairnsdale Regional Health Service is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Bairnsdale.

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service

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.

East Gippsland Rail Trail

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.

St Mary's Catholic Church

Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre

Enjoy an outing to Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre during your stay in Bairnsdale. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its cafes.

Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre

Top hotels in East Bairnsdale

The Esplanade Resort and Spa

The Esplanade Resort and Spa

4.5 out of 5
1 The Esplanade, Lakes Entrance, VIC
The price is ฿4,754 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
฿4,754
฿5,230 total
16 Sept - 17 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Lakes Entrance. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (996 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2025

The Esplanade Resort and Spa
Bellevue on the Lakes

Bellevue on the Lakes

4 out of 5
201 Esplanade, Lakes Entrance, VIC
The price is ฿4,298 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
฿4,298
฿4,728 total
16 Sept - 17 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Lakes Entrance. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (926 reviews)
"Everything very comfortable clean etc Couch was not the most comfortable"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Bellevue on the Lakes
Mitchell on Main Motel & Apartments

Mitchell on Main Motel & Apartments

3.5 out of 5
295 Main Street, Bairnsdale, VIC
The price is ฿3,005 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
฿3,005
฿3,305 total
16 Sept - 17 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Bairnsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Bairnsdale Historical Museum and Nicholson ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (567 reviews)
Excellent!
"Great location and very helpful staff."

Reviewed on 10 Sep 2025

Mitchell on Main Motel & Apartments
Lakeside Motel Waterfront

Lakeside Motel Waterfront

2.5 out of 5
164 Marine Parade, Lakes Entrance, VIC
The price is ฿2,852 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
฿2,852
฿3,138 total
19 Sept - 20 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Lakes Entrance. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (561 reviews)
"Lovely view, great spot and welcoming check in, comfy bed and pillows."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Lakeside Motel Waterfront
Mariners Cove at Paynesville Motel & Apartments

Mariners Cove at Paynesville Motel & Apartments

4 out of 5
2-8 Victoria Street, The Esplanade, Paynesville, VIC
The price is ฿4,398 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿4,398
฿4,838 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach motel in Paynesville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (667 reviews)
"What a pleasant surprise, Accomodation fantastic and area beautiful"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Mariners Cove at Paynesville Motel & Apartments
Comfort Inn & Suites Lakes Entrance

Comfort Inn & Suites Lakes Entrance

3 out of 5
151 Esplanade, Lakes Entrance, VIC
The price is ฿2,580 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿2,580
฿2,838 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Lakes Entrance. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (764 reviews)
"The location was great, check-in was great and friendly. We got extra heaters as it was cold and rainy. Beds were very comfortable and the place was clean. But the hotel is old and pretty run down."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Comfort Inn & Suites Lakes Entrance
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Other neighbourhoods around East Bairnsdale

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Broadlands

If you're spending some time in Broadlands, Lake King and Jones Bay Gippsland Lakes Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Broadlands
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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.

Eastwood
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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.

Lucknow
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Wy Yung

Travellers like the parks in Wy Yung, and East Gippsland Rail Trail is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Wy Yung
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Ellaswood

While there might not be top attractions in Ellaswood, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre and Nicholson St. Gallery.

Ellaswood

East Bairnsdale Travel Guide