Aquila Nova Retreat

Property class: 4.5

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Consider a stay at Aquila Nova Retreat and take advantage of free self-serve breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
The current price is AED 1,125
AED 1,238 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct

Room options

View all photos for Luna Spa Suite

A bed with a heart-shaped light fixture in the center, surrounded by rose petals.

Luna Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Sol Spa Suite

A stone building with a stone facade, a gated entrance, and potted plants.

Sol Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

The Patch, a neighborhood in Melbourne, is home to Aquila Nova Retreat. Puffing Billy Steam Train and Cape Schanck boardwalk are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Cloudehill Nursery and Gardens and Cream at Sassafras. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at State Basketball Centre, or consider a night out at Kilsyth Sports Centre. Visit our Melbourne travel guide
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Map
222 Monbulk Road, The Patch, VIC, 3792

What's nearby

  • A steam train on a wooden bridge with passengers.
    Dandenongs
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • A dense forest with tall trees and lush greenery.
    Dandenong Ranges National Park
    3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Sassafras Creek Nature Conservation Reserve
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Frank Irvine Reserve
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kallista Bushland Reserve
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Belgrave Station
    7 min drive
  • Belgrave Station
    7 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)
    63 min drive

Restaurants

  • Edison Bakehouse
    2 min drive
  • Ripe
    6 min drive
  • Grumbling Goose
    7 min drive
  • Sushi Express
    6 min drive
  • Prosperina Bakehouse
    7 min drive

About this property

Aquila Nova Retreat

  • Luxury bed & breakfast near Dandenong Ranges National Park
  • Free self-serve breakfast, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Aquila Nova Retreat. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Free self parking
    • Express check-out and barbecue grills
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as private hot tubs and fireplaces, as well as perks like premium bedding and furnished balconies.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and pillowtop mattresses
    • Bathrooms with jetted tubs and rainfall showers
    • 50-inch LED TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, kitchenettes, and full-sized refrigerators/freezers

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Frequently asked questions

Is Aquila Nova Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Aquila Nova Retreat?

As of 23 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aquila Nova Retreat on 27 October 2026 start from AED 1,125, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aquila Nova Retreat?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Aquila Nova Retreat?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Aquila Nova Retreat located?

Located in The Patch, this luxury bed & breakfast is within 1 mi (2 km) of Frank Irvine Reserve and Kallista Bushland Reserve. Grants Picnic Area and Dandenongs are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Aquila Nova Retreat Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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I actually couldn’t rate this property higher… it was one of the best places I’ve ever stayed and the attention to detail in the rooms was beyond impressive… Amazing place and would recommend to everyone…
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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A gorgeous place to stay. We loved our time at Aquila and felt so relaxed and refreshed being there. The room was clean and cosy, especially with the fire on. The amenities were fantastic and the bottle of bubbly readily enjoyed! We both found the bed to be comfortable and had a real quality night's sleep. Couldn't fault it, thank you for having us!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The Luna suite at Aquila Nova was the perfect base to celebrate our wedding anniversary and my wife's birthday. Arina greeted us just as we arrived and took us to the suite, and was an excellent host, making our stay extremely memorable. This is a great property, with a very large, lush garden with multiple levels, and the stay was very tranquil as a result. From the large room to the spa to the comfy bed to all the various amenities, including the fresh bread and juice and wine provided, made it the perfect stay. We'll definitely be back again, and highly recommend a stay at Aquila Nova, you won't regret it! Thanks so much Arina and Alex for the amazing getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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The consideration given to customer comfort was amazing, they thought of everything. The quality of the breakfast and food was first rate. To be honest, I felt with the price we paid for a night, that wasn't even a public holiday was too high. The room smelt musty, the traffic on the road was noisy and there was only one small screen on the front door to get any fresh air. We also couldn't get any T.V channel reception and had to watch the show we wanted on our phone. Being honest, I wouldn't return for that price. I am usually someone who tries to leave a good review but I felt that future customers need to be fully informed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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Very relaxing with all facilities and cosy fire for the night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Very beautiful, perfect for our getaway and wow what wonderful property, the place was just so perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay

Great place to stay for a special occasion. Some nice inclusions & a wonderful breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Perfection!

We loved it so much we stayed an extra 2 nights, if you're looking for ideal relaxation and comfort this is the place to stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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I LOVE THE OVERALL EXPERIENCE.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Simply amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The whole package was outstanding and top quality, nothing was forgotten. Thanks guys xx
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Perfect for a romatic weekend. Lots of lovely thoughtful touches.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This is the best place that we have ever stayed at! It was absolutely perfect and I recommend it to anyone! You won't be disappointed!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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What a beautiful part of Victoria! The room ‘Sol’ was so inviting and beautiful a the surrounding gardens breath taking
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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It’s the little touches that make this place amazing! I love my stay here and will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service
Beautiful place just to sit and relax very calming 👍👍👍👍
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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It was an excellent curated room, every little details was well thought out in it's design. The little things included in the room added to the overall experience. I highly recommend this room for a romantic get away
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We absolutely loved our stay! Stunning, relaxing, and they thought of everything we'd need. An absolute pleasure!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Cheese platter spa and hospitality was amazing. Loved everything about the property
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Our fleeting stay was just beautiful, superbly appointed, everything was thought of. Our first visit to a B&B and if I am going to stay away I wanted luxury! Not disappointed. will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We used Aquila Nova Retreat (Luna room) as our bridal getting ready room and wedding night accommodation. Arina was welcoming and very accommodating for us, thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Fabulous location, room cosy and clean , great hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Stunning place worth staying

Stayed one night in the Luna suite and wished I had booked more nights. This is one of the best places I have ever stayed at anywhere. We arrived to find a beautifully baked bread roll, still warm from an oven, waiting for us on the kitchenette bench. Best tasting roll I've eaten in a long time. Lovely olive oil and balsamic was supplied. The four poster bed was made immaculately and the place itself was utterly spotless. Everything was perfect and the attention to detail was flawless - from how the cushions were arranged on the sofa, even to how the cutlery was arranged in the drawers! The views onto the garden were very relaxing. Good quality coffee and condiments. Breakfast supplies were utterly fresh. Amazing manuka honey toiletries in the bathroom. Spa bath was relaxing. Can't fault the place! Do yourself a favour and stay here. I will definitely come back here for a longer stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Lovely room with spa

We really enjoyed our stay in the Sol room. There was so much attention to detail, from providing bath salts for the spa to including little chocolates around the room. Gorgeous views of camellia trees and the forest over the road. And the gardens on the property are really beautiful. We went for a wander one night and found a sugar glider in one of the trees. We ended up spending a whole morning just sitting at the little table, reading and sketching. It was very comfortable and cosy.