Nestled in the picturesque village of Dunkeld, at the southern gateway to the iconic Grampians National Park, lies Southern Grampians Cottages. These charming self-contained cottages offer a romantic hideaway in beautifully maintained gardens. Each cottage is individually decorated and features cosy log fires, extra heating and cooling, warm doonas, digital television, DVD, and mini system, full modern kitchen facilities, free wireless internet, private and communal barbecues, and a two-person double spa in some cottages. The area is a perfect base for various activities such as bush walks on mountain trails, town and historical walks, bird and wildlife spotting, dining at restaurants and coffee shops, fishing, golf, and wineries. Guests can enjoy tours of the extinct volcanoes and beaches to the south, the regional city of Hamilton, and waterfalls to the west, as well as the Grampians National Park to the north.
For a more secluded bush sanctuary, Grampians Retreat near Dunkeld offers the perfect getaway for families, friends, reunions, retreats, corporate retreats, and special interest groups. Other lodges in the Grampians region include Pinnacle Holiday Lodge, Coorrabin Motor Inn, Aquila Eco Lodges, Caledonian Hotel, Great Western Motel, and Grelco Run. In addition to these lodges, the Grampians National Park offers camping options such as the Plantation Campground, which is the largest and most popular place to camp in the area. It's free to stay and has plenty of space for various camping setups, including tents and large buses. The campground is 10km away from Halls Gap on the dirt Mt Zero Road and features toilets, bush showers, fire pits, and rainwater tanks.