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Aquila Nova Resort

Lodge

222 Monbulk Road

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Why people book this hotel

Comfortable rooms
10 mentions

The room was something out of a fairytale

Everything was supplied for us including, bathroom supplies, breakfast and appli…

Great location
6 mentions

The location is beautiful, offering a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere, and the …

Location and privacy, room facilities and appearance, that we could bring our do…

Breakfast available
5 mentions

The breakfast was super nice and I love how it was presented

Delicious options provided to cook our own breakfast and good instructions on ho…

Clean rooms
4 mentions

Amazing place, the room was spotless and well maintained

Absolutely beautiful Cottages, Rooms were open, clean and well maintained

Friendly staff
3 mentions

The staff were exceptionally friendly and attentive, warmly greeting us upon arr…

Arina and Alex are wonderful hosts

Overview

Situated in Monbulk, 28 km from Dandenong Train Station and 32 km from Chadstone Shopping Mall, Aquila Nova Resort features accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a garden and a terrace. The accommodation has a hot tub and a spa bath. Offering mountain or garden views, each unit comes with a kitchenette, a cable flat-screen TV and Blu-ray player, wardrobe and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. A fridge, a dishwasher and microwave are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. The lodge offers 5-star accommodation with a hot tub and barbecue. If you would like to discover the area, hiking is possible in the surroundings. Packenham Train Station is 37 km from Aquila Nova Resort, while Victoria Golf Club is 42 km from the property. The nearest airport is Essendon Fields Airport, 60 km from the accommodation.

Traveller reviews

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Donna

extended_group

January 20, 2026

10

Our stay at Aquila Nova Resort was truly delightful. The location is beautiful, offering a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere, and the accommodations were comfortable and well-appointed. The staff were exceptionally friendly and attentive, warmly greeting us upon arrival and ensuring everything was perfect during our stay. Their care and professionalism made our experience even more enjoyable. We would highly recommend Aquila Nova Resort to anyone seeking a welcoming and serene getaway.

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Guest

extended_group

November 25, 2025

10

Our stay at Aquila Nova Resort was truly delightful. The location is beautiful, offering a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere, and the accommodations were comfortable and well-appointed. The staff were exceptionally friendly and attentive, warmly greeting us upon arrival and ensuring everything was perfect during our stay. Their care and professionalism made our experience even more enjoyable. We would highly recommend Aquila Nova Resort to anyone seeking a welcoming and serene getaway.

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Adam

couple

October 27, 2025

8

Fantastic place to stay, we stayed two nights and there was no focus on checking if this needed to be replaced candles,

Location and privacy, room facilities and appearance, that we could bring our dog with us

M

Melissa

couple

October 21, 2025

6

Great location, beautiful building, bit expensive for what you get.

Great location, beautiful buildings and castle feel.

B

Belinda

couple

August 15, 2025

10

It was beautiful and the owner is really really nice

G

Grace

couple

August 4, 2025

10

Luxurious and comfortable

Amazing place, the room was spotless and well maintained. We had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend this accommodation

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Melanie

couple

May 12, 2025

10

Fairytale, romantic getaway.

The room was something out of a fairytale. My sisters said it was giving Outlander vibes which I loved. It was so romantic and calming for my partner and I, the tub was wonderful and relaxed my body. The breakfast was super nice and I love how it was presented.

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Wendy

couple

February 18, 2025

9

Delicious options provided to cook our own breakfast and good instructions on how to use all their equipment

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Manny

couple

January 29, 2025

10

Exceptional

Loved the cottage was so cozy and warm

C

Clare

couple

January 28, 2025

10

Everything was supplied for us including, bathroom supplies, breakfast and appliances to cook our own food. the owner was lovely. Would definitely come back

E

Eden

couple

January 6, 2025

10

Perfect Parents Retreat, such a beautiful, private, serene cottage to wind down and relax

Absolutely beautiful Cottages, Rooms were open, clean and well maintained. Favorite part was the open fireplace and the spacious spa bath. Everything was incredible down to the last detail, exceeding our expectations.

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Galina

couple

December 27, 2024

10

Great attention to detail! Arina and Alex are great hosts.

Everything! From the spa to the bed to the beautiful garden and my favourite Sun room! This was perfect for our anniversary 😙👌🏻 The property has an amazing vibe and so do the owners. We will return 🩵

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Amy

couple

July 7, 2024

10

A perfect luxurious & relaxing escape

This was one of the most stunning properties we have stayed, from the moment we walked in everything was perfect! The setting is so peaceful and tranquil, the room was gorgeous and had everything you could want and more!! The fire and spa bath were amazing, the bed was so comfortable and the breakfast was a great treat in the morning! It felt like we were miles from home, the perfect, most luxurious escape!

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Mickey

couple

June 29, 2024

6

Overall happy with the stay.

Nice and cozy. Place was clean, warm bread on arrival was great. Spa was also good.

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Manuel

couple

June 27, 2024

10

Exceptional

Loved the cottage was so cozy and warm

M

Magda

couple

June 17, 2024

10

All we needed for a Melbourne get away. Cozy, relaxing, romantic.

A fairytale location; surrounded by trees. Great attention to detail. Super clean. Ingredients for full breakfast provided including a freshly baked bread. Yum! Arina and Alex are wonderful hosts.

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Jonathan

couple

April 20, 2024

10

Everything was perfect. 🤩 We look forward to coming back!

J

jade

couple

December 27, 2023

9

beautiful, well presented, romantic :)

luxurious style/decor of suite. bath tub was amazing. loved the fire and the coffee machine!!! bed so comfortable.

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Tracey

couple

November 20, 2023

10

Everything was absolutely perfect!

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Saker

couple

September 5, 2023

9

The privacy and tranquillity The vacilaties were perfect for a weekend get away

Facilities

Activities

Massage, Hot tub/Jacuzzi, Hiking

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Food & Drink

Wine/champagne, Breakfast options, Special diet menus (on request)

Food & drink safety

Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized

General

WiFi available in all areas, Indoor fireplace, Air conditioning, Adult only, Heating, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms

Internet

WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services

Outdoors

Garden, Terrace, BBQ facilities, Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor fireplace

Parking

Free parking, Parking, Parking on site, Private parking

Physical distancing

Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed

Safety & security

Key access, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers, Carbon monoxide detector

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Self check-in

Lockbox key collection at the property

Services

Pet basket, Pet bowls

Deluxe King Studio

This studio boasts a hot tub, spa bath and fireplace. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the well-equipped kitchenette. The studio also offers a barbecue. The spacious studio provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 65 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe Queen Studio

This studio's standout features are the hot tub, spa bath and fireplace. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the well-fitted kitchenette. The studio also features a barbecue. This air-conditioned studio is comprised of a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with garden views. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 45 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 15:00 to 23:59
Check-outFrom 00:00 until 11:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPlease note the following items are available for an additional charge: - Champagne Package, including champagne, strawberries with cream and chocolate, $125 - Cheese platter for 2, $55 - Antipasto platter for 2, $65Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Managed by a private host
Last updated: Apr 9, 2024, 8:59 PM

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Aquila Nova Resort in Monbulk