Hotel · Healesville
The Old Mechanics
Hotel in Healesville known for cosy bed, comfortable bed.
About The Old Mechanics
A long-standing Yarra Valley hotel, The Old Mechanics sits in Healesville with a respectable 4.9-star Google rating. Heritage architecture, a busy bistro, a proper public bar, and (in many cases) accommodation upstairs — the formula that's served Yarra Valley country hotels for well over a century.
Open seven days with a bistro menu of pub favourites — schnitzel, parma, steak, fish & chips — plus a bar pouring local taps and wines. Many also offer accommodation on-site, making them practical bases for a longer Yarra Valley stay.
The venue is notable for wheelchair access and accessibility features. One recent guest summed it up: "Really clean and comfortable. The location was perfect and the onsite parking was super convenient. The coffee, tea and milk was very generous. Everything we needed was available to us. The hosts communication was…"
You'll find The Old Mechanics at 4 Church St, Healesville VIC 3777, Australia. With bookings on 04 3116 2980. And full menu details on the venue's website.
Why visit
- ✓ Consistently well-reviewed (4.9★ on Google)
- ✓ Wheelchair accessible
- ✓ Easy Healesville drive from Melbourne (60-90 minutes)
What to expect on your visit
Walk-in friendly for the bar; bookings recommended for bistro dining, especially Friday-Sunday. The atmosphere is unstuffy, families are welcome, and the menu skews toward Australian pub classics — schnitzel, parma, steak, fish & chips.
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Plan your visit
- Getting here
- 4 Church St, Healesville VIC 3777, Australia - typically a 60-90 minute drive from Melbourne CBD. Free parking is available on-site or in nearby street parking.
- Bookings
- Book by phone on 04 3116 2980. Weekend tables routinely book a week ahead during peak visiting months.
What guests are saying
"Really clean and comfortable. The location was perfect and the onsite parking was super convenient. The coffee, tea and milk was very generous. Everything we needed was available to us. The hosts communication was terrific and made the whole experience went seemlessly."
"Beautiful apartment in a wonderful location. Sparkling clean, warm and relaxing. We had a fantastic weekend at The Old Mechanics!"
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