Introduction
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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Daylesford travel guide

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You're Going to Love Daylesford

With a population of 2,606, Daylesford is a must-see destination in Victoria, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Daylesford to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Daylesford

If you’re looking for affordable options, Lake House - Daylesford (4 King Street) and Farmers Arms Hotel Daylesford (1 East St) are great picks.

When to visit Daylesford

Daylesford in January
Estimated hotel price
$75
1 night at 3-star hotel
Daylesford in January
Estimated hotel price
$75
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Daylesford

Plane

Although Daylesford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) (MEL), which is located 44 miles from Daylesford.

Car

Another option to get to Daylesford is to pick up a car rental from Melbourne, which is about 55 miles from Daylesford. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Turo, among others, in Melbourne.

Plane

Although Daylesford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) (MEL), which is located 44 miles from Daylesford.

Car

Another option to get to Daylesford is to pick up a car rental from Melbourne, which is about 55 miles from Daylesford. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Turo, among others, in Melbourne.

Airports near Daylesford

AVVMelbourne Avalon
MELMelbourne
MEBMelbourne Essendon

Airlines serving Daylesford

KLM
Good (1,404 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,514 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,981 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,467 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,772 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,022 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,997 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,991 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,477 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,383 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,653 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (862 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,346 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,535 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,282 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,155 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,036 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,384 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (878 reviews)
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Where to stay in Daylesford

Average rates range from around $146 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $471 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Daylesford

Most booked hotels in Daylesford

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Hepburn at Hepburn
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 1253 reviews)
$196+
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Shizuka Ryokan Japanese Country Spa & Wellness Retreat
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 129 reviews)
$197+
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Hotel Bellinzona Daylesford
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 885 reviews)
$131+
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Central Springs Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1588 reviews)
$100+
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Daylesford Motor Inn Vic Pty Ltd
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 925 reviews)
$84+
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The Royal Daylesford Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 875 reviews)
$77+
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Renting a car in Daylesford

Expect to pay $4.05 per gallon in Daylesford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $48.60 and $64.81.

Expect to pay $4.05 per gallon in Daylesford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $48.60 and $64.81.

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