Nightcap at York on Lilydale

Hotels
8.5 (1666 reviews)
Cnr York & Swansea Roads , Mount Evelyn , AU

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Consistently clean rooms
Comfortable beds and spacious rooms
Helpful and attentive staff (mostly)
Good location with easy parking and on-site amenities
Nice showers and lake/view rooms mentioned
Complimentary water/tea/coffee bottles and Netflix
Delicious on-site meals (meat pie highlight)
Security/reception support for late check-in
Cons:
Heating issues — rooms remarked as cold; heater/AC problems
Noisy AC and occasional dripping/heating-unit noise
Spa jets not working
Dated bathroom in some rooms and mattress softness complaints
No in-room kitchen/coffee/toaster for longer stays
Room service ordering problems and forgotten items
Perceived poor value for some (expensive drinks, bond issues)
Isolated report of rude staff member

Categories

Cleanliness
9.2
Repeatedly praised across reviews — described as 'beautiful and clean', 'super clean and tidy', 'very clean' and 'clean comfortable', indicating a consistently high standard of housekeeping.
Service
8.9
Generally positive: staff described as attentive, helpful and well organised with good reception/security support; isolated reports of rudeness and some room-service hiccups.
Location
9
Strong location feedback: easy access to club facilities, on-site bottle shop and restaurant, plenty of parking and convenient for local visits.
Room Quality
7.8
Mixed signals: many guests praised spacious rooms, comfy beds and good showers, but several mentions of cold rooms/heater problems, noisy AC, a dated bathroom and a too-soft mattress.
Amenities
8.3
Generally useful amenities (Netflix, free water/tea/coffee bottles, parking, spa) but some issues reported — spa jets not working, no in-room coffee/kitchen/toaster for longer stays and occasional maintenance noises.
Value for Money
7.6
Mixed value perceptions: positive comments about food and comfortable rooms but negatives around extra costs (e.g. $37 for two drinks) and a $100 bond dispute dampening perceived value.
Food and Beverage
8.7
Food generally well rated — guests recommended dinner and pies and called meals delicious; a few service delivery issues (forgotten dessert, ordering difficulties) noted.
Overall Experience
8.5
Overall positive: many guests would rebook and praised comfort, cleanliness and friendly staff, though a subset experienced heating/noise issues that limited enjoyment for those stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-11 20:20

Property Description

Restaurant, Bars, and Outdoor Pool - Indulge in a culinary journey at our restaurant, unwind at the bars, and soak up the sun by the outdoor swimming pool amidst serene bushland.

Family-Friendly Amenities - Enjoy a family bistro with tempting menu options, indoor and outdoor children's playgrounds, and a sports bar for social gatherings, ensuring a delightful stay for guests of all ages.

Leisure and Activities - Stay active with a tennis court on-site, perfect for sports enthusiasts looking to engage in a friendly match or two.

Experience the tranquility of York On Lilydale with its array of amenities, family-friendly atmosphere, and leisure options. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Please note that guests must be over 18 years of age or accompanied by an adult. You must show a valid photo ID upon check in.

Please note that this property requires a $100 credit card pre-authorization upon check in to cover any incidental charges.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: MEL

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 1666 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.2
Service: 8.9
Location: 9
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 7.6
Food and Beverage: 8.7
Overall Experience: 8.5
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Frank & Tina-Marie Brophy • couple • nz
9
2026-11-01 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • extended_group • au
8
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Clean, large, airy room, large bathroom. Fantastic restaurant with delicious breakfast.

Cons:

N/A

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Lynne • couple • au
10
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Denis • family_with_children • au
8
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • couple • au
10
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Wes • family_with_children • au
9
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Robin • couple • au
7
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Alexandra • extended_group • au
9
Lovely, clean and easy to navigate with friendly staff.
Pros:

Room was very clean and had all the fixings of a good hotel room. The beds were comfortable and the vew from the room was nice. Plenty of fluffy towels and amenities. Liked it!

Cons:

The parking was a bit average. There are these large dips in front of the spots and some spots have stumps at the top, which are not easy to see.

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Lauris • couple • au
9
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Joshua • couple • au
9
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Alison • family_with_children • gb
9
Very good
Pros:

Friendly and clean

Cons:

Old fashioned bathroom

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Sheena • extended_group • au
6
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Eamonn • extended_group • au
9
Woke up to Monet pond views.
Pros:

Rooms were great and staff very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

It would be good to see a little love for the tennis court and basketball ring.

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Maureen • family_with_children • au
10
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Komal • extended_group • au
9
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Whitworth • extended_group • au
7
Pros:

The staff where so friendly

Cons:

Didn't get the room I paid for, booking.com fault through 3rd party booking apparently
Still have no reply on refund for room with a bath that we didn't get and paid $100 extra

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Denita • couple • au
9
Excellent home base for exploring amd visiting
Pros:

Excellent corner room upstairs with lovely view over garden and lake. Quiet spot and screen door to leave open and enjoy the sounds of birds and frogs in the evening. Hot shower, comfy bed and easy access to restaurant.

Cons:

A little more attention to detail in the bathroom- some hairs in the tub on arrival and small pieces of rubbish were able to be seen on the floor.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Duncan • solo_traveller • au
6
Pros:

Nice room and outlook over the pond.

Cons:

Bathroom door hinges squeak loudly so partner gets woken when one uses the bathroom during the night.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee