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The best accommodation for a comfortable stay in Echuca Moama

Hannah RalphBy Hannah Ralph
In a land ruled by holiday parks and caravan sites, a handful of boutique stays show you can do things differently…

It’s true – there’s no shortage of holiday parks in Echucha Moama. NRMA Echuca Holiday Park , Moama Riverside Holiday & Tourist Park and BIG4 Moama Holiday Park are all up there on the ‘most popular’ podium, while Discovery Parks offers the most choice, with a whopping five resorts in this area alone. These accommodations combine all the requisite ingredients for a fabulous family holiday – pools, playgrounds, picnic areas and BBQs, plus communal kitchens and ample room arrangements. All of them have easy (if not direct) access to the river, as well as powered sites for the motor-homing, caravanning collective.

However, if you’re looking for accommodation in Echuca Moama outside of the holiday park circuit, we know of some charming options that fit the bill.

In short

All the properties below have our seal of approval, but if we had to crown a standout, it’d be the box-ticking Quest Echuca – super central, contemporary interiors, and excellent value.

Charlotte’s Cottage

the exterior of Charlotte’s Cottage, Echuca
The charming Charlotte’s Cottage boasts country-style allure.

Best for: Space-seekers

And the award for chicest Airbnb goes to… Yes, Charlotte’s Cottage is a veritable Victorian fantasy that we could, gladly, live in forever. Originally built as a private school in 1871, it’s a special mix of historic charm and modern comfort that’s located just off Echuca’s main high street – wedged between the Murray and Campaspe rivers. The beautifully restored property attracts repeat visitors with oodles of space, particularly prevalent in the three lovingly designed bedrooms (two doubles, one twin) showing off their own private ensuite. It’s also a multi-season sanctuary, thanks to electric blankets and a split system air conditioning that can heat or cool, with multiple lounges and an outdoor courtyard that make it extremely easy to forgo the outside world. A quiet slice of town and ample street parking complete a blissfully stress-free stay.

Address: 16 Connelly St, Echuca VIC 3564

Quest Echuca

the dining and living room with a balcony at Quest Echuca
The sleek, serviced apartments come with fully equipped kitchens and private balconies. (Image: Quest Echuca)

Best for: Modern travellers

Right in the heart of town – close enough to the American Hotel’s live music to stroll over and get involved, yet far enough away not to hear a thing – Quest Echuca joins the Mercure Port of Echuca as the only two big brand hotels in town. The difference? While the Mercure is starting to show its age, Quest feels squeaky-clean and refreshingly modern. It’s also not offering mere rooms, but sleek, serviced apartments that come with fully equipped kitchens (kitchenette in the studios), laundry facilities and – in some cases – private balconies. Just beyond the car park, there’s a small pool with loungers – the terracotta spire of St Mary’s Catholic Church peeking in the background of your morning swim. And while you won’t find any on-site dining, the Quest team will fetch your groceries for you; if you get them a list early enough, they’ll even have it ready for when you arrive.

Address: 25-29 Heygarth St, Echuca VIC 3564

Goolwa River Retreat

an outdoor fire pit at Goolwa River Retreat, Echuca
Sit around the outdoor fire pit while toasting marshmallows. (Image: Goolwa River Retreat)

Best for: Slow living romantics

A twenty minute-drive west of Echuca, Goolwa’s countryside cabins sit on an unbeatable stretch of the Murray toward the Gunbower National Park. Complete with a private pontoon, pristine lawns rolling down to the water and fairy lights strung through the river gums, Goolwa is at once romantic, family-friendly and a sweet spot for larger groups (three of the five accommodations sleep six). The newest additions – a pair of two-bedroom villas – are a picture of A-frame gorgeousness, and have a couple of the best shower rooms we’ve ever seen. The porches are equally dreamy, with circular fire pits, al-fresco barbecues, and even an outdoor bath. Arriving to a dedicated reception, you’ll likely meet Goolwa’s delightful owners, Nicole and Rob, who can help make your stay extra wholesome with free-to-use kayaks, bikes, paddle boards and fishing rods.

Address: 150 Sexton Rd, Torrumbarry VIC 3562

CocknBull Boutique Hotel Echuca

a cosy bedroom at CocknBull Boutique Hotel Echuca
This boutique hotel is a well-appointed option for a comfortable stay.

Best for: A warm welcome

It might not have the most modern accommodations inside, but the atmosphere at CocknBull Boutique Hotel is special – the kind of place that’ll you’ll stroll past, peek into, and wish you were a part of. One warm Echua evening, we found the hotel’s wine bar buzzing with guests clinking glasses and fire pits flickering beside the riverbank. That warmth is echoed by owners Russell and Julie, who lay on a fabulous afternoon tea and keep the self-catered apartments topped up with the necessities. Many of these overlook the Campaspe River and walking trail right next door, while a lush outdoor pool and garden only add to that home-away-from-home feeling. Sure, parking can be a little tight, but the hotel is on the desirably quieter end of town – close to everything that matters but without the late-night noise.

Address: 17/21 Warren St, Echuca VIC 3564

Golden River Motor Inn

a look inside the bedroom at Golden River Motor Inn, Moama
This classic Aussie motel offers comfortable beds in each suite. (Image: Golden River Motor Inn)

Best for: No-frills excellence

The low-slung exteriors, the brick walls, the promise of a pool tucked away out back… There’s something undeniably nostalgic about a classic Aussie motel, and the Golden River Motor Inn delivers exactly this air of history and expedience. Only a few doors down from the brilliant restaurants of the Moama Bowling Club complex, this motel has loyal fans leaving glowing reviews across every platform. You’ll spot them raving about spotless rooms, comfy beds and fantastic showers – not always the case at your average motel. Above-and-beyond service is also part of the package: from effortless upgrades to a gloriously helpful reception. Whichever room you pick, it’ll come with a Nespresso machine, split-system air con, kitchen facilities and 50-inch smart TV, but there’s only one room with a spa bath. Fear not, though – the pool is waiting for you out back.

Address: 34 Meninya Street, Moama NSW 2731

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Hannah Ralph
Hannah Ralph is an award-winning travel editor turned freelance writer. She’s currently chasing stories across Australia, until reality (and her inexplicable fondness for chilly British weather) demands a return to the UK, where her globe-trotting career began more than a decade ago. Following a formative start as Features Assistant at The Sunday Times Travel Magazine, Hannah went on to hone her aviation chops for several years on the British Airways editorial team, serving as Editor and Deputy Editor on numerous titles, including the flagship in-flight mag, High Life. She later returned to The Times and Sunday Times as an in-house Travel Writer. Now freelance, Hannah finds herself a roaming reporter with bylines for Mr & Mrs Smith, The Telegraph, Business Traveller UK, National Geographic Traveller, Eurostar’s Metropolitan magazine, and more. Her mission? To track down all of Australia’s greatest, most unforgettable stays – and live what might just be the most glamorous gap year yet.
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Incredible day spas and hot springs to visit in Victoria

    Katie CarlinBy Katie Carlin
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    From geothermal pools and luxury spa sanctuaries, Victoria’s mineral-rich waters and restorative landscapes offer total renewal.

    I pass waving coastal spear-grass and coast saltbush as I follow the curving path through 15 hectares of thoughtfully curated gardens at the Mornington Peninsula’s Alba Thermal Springs & Spa . I hang my robe at the entrance and slip into the first sunken geothermal pool I find – feeling the tension from the 90-minute drive from Melbourne melt away as I watch steam dance across the surface in the late afternoon light. There are 31 pools, a mix of geothermal, cold plunge and botanical, that range in temperature and design, spread over six regions.

    a woman relaxing at Alba Thermal Springs & Spa on the Mornington Peninsula
    Alba Thermal Springs & Spa on the Mornington Peninsula. (Image: Visit Victoria)

    I gravitate toward The Hemisphere, with its dry sauna, steam room, cold plunge and dreamy open-air pool called The Hide. But it’s Alba’s brand-new Sanctuary that really elevates the experience. The five luxurious stand-alone villas and two additional studio rooms opened in June 2025 and feature an indoor fireplace, oversized bathtub with views across the bay, a deck and extensive all-inclusive (minus the cocktails) mini-bar.

    After dining at Alba’s Thyme restaurant, I return to my villa, content to fall asleep early listening to the fire crackle, feeling thoroughly restored. While Alba is one of the newest in the region, it’s certainly not the only place to enjoy a soothing soak. Here are others to book for a wellness weekend.

    Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa

    A woman bathes in the new Hepburn Bathhouse and Spa private bathing room with marble tiled walls
    The marble private bathing room is one of five new designs. (Image: Supplied)

    Nestled in the Daylesford region, Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa has been welcoming guests to its historic bathhouse for 130 years. With a $1.7 million renovation now complete (part of the 21st season of Channel 9’s The Block), find five new private bathing rooms, an apothecary experience where guests blend a custom body scrub and all-new spa treatment menu.

    There are three bathing areas: Bathhouse for communal bathing for all ages, adults-only Sanctuary and a private bathing space for a personalised experience – try the skin-softening Mineral Milk Bath.

    Lake House Daylesford

    the pool at Lake House Daylesford
    The main pool at Lake House Daylesford. (Image: Visit Victoria)

    Inciting deep exhales, the spa at Alla Wolf-Tasker’s iconic Lake House has long been a beacon of wellness in the region. Tucked into the cottage gardens that wind down to the lake’s edge, the spa is beautifully and deliberately cloistered away from guests and diners visiting the celebrated on-site restaurant.

    From Ayurvedic facials and hydrotherapy that makes use of Daylesford’s mineral waters, to cocooning thermal rituals and massage, treatments here promote tranquillity. While a day spa experience is delightful on its own, staying on the property adds a luxe layer to your corporeal renewal, especially if you’re in your own private spa villa.

    Metung Hot Springs

    the Metung Hot Springs' glamping tents by the river
    Glamping tents at Metung Hot Springs. (Image: Emily Godfrey)

    Imagine immersing yourself in a barrel overflowing with geothermal water, all while taking in views of Gippsland Lakes. It’s one of several unique bathing experiences available at Metung Hot Springs .

    There’s also a floating sauna and a Reflexology Walk constructed with carefully placed stones designed to stimulate the acupressure points in your feet as you walk. The 12-hectare site opened in 2022 with three bathing areas – Bathing Ridge, Lagoon Precinct and Hilltop Escarpment – and premium glamping tents that feature king-size beds and private bathing barrels.

    Four more blissful day spas to visit

    Lon Retreat & Spa is an award-winning, adults-only retreat on the Bellarine Peninsula.

    Deep Blue Hotel & Hot Springs features sensory caves and cleansing waterfalls in Warrnambool.

    Peninsula Hot Springs renews with 70 bathing and wellness experiences.

    The Benev is an indulgent spa and luxury accommodation in Beechworth.

    the Peninsula Hot Springs
    Bathe in beautiful surroundings at Peninsula Hot Springs. (Image: Tourism Australia/Harry Pope/Two Palms)