Mornington

Melbourne

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Mornington showing a marina, sailing and boating
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Mornington which includes landscape views and a sandy beach
Mornington which includes a bay or harbour and general coastal views
Explore the beaches and bluffs, take a seat at a waterfront restaurant and enjoy delicious regional produce and wines in the Mornington Peninsula’s biggest town.

Despite being the largest of the Mornington Peninsula’s coastal towns, Mornington has retained its seaside charm and village feel. Try regional wines in the bars and restaurants that line the town’s Main Street, explore stunning red bluffs with Port Phillip Bay views or take yourself on a journey through Australian art heritage at the regional art gallery.

Begin your visit to Mornington with a trip down Main Street. Learn about the history of the area formerly known as Schnapper Point and check out heritage architecture. Enjoy a coffee while sitting on a café’s wide veranda and catch glimpses of the ocean. Boutique clothing stores, gift shops and homewares retailers also line Main Street. The street runs directly to the esplanade and foreshore area, so stop by delicatessens and bakeries as you walk and fill a picnic basket full of treats to enjoy once you reach the beach. On Wednesdays, a market day occurs on Main Street, and stallholders can be found selling handcrafted items and local produce.

Mornington’s foreshore features a scenic esplanade, grassy picnic areas with children’s play equipment, a yacht club and restaurants. Stroll out to the breakwater and the long jetty, which offers fantastic views across the bay to Melbourne’s city centre. If it’s warm, go for a dip in the ocean or hire a boat or kayak from the foreshore and explore the bay. Wander along the beach to see brightly cultured bathing boxes and the red-hued bluffs of the bay.

Visit the Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery to discover the gallery’s extensive collection of Australian art. Get a feel for Mornington’s opulent 19th-century estates at Beleura House and Garden or Morning Star Estate. Sample some of the Mornington Peninsula’s excellent wines and delectable fresh seafood at Mornington’s atmospheric bars and restaurants.

Mornington is accessible from Melbourne via three major roadways and you can reach the town in just over an hour’s drive from the CBD. Alternatively, catch a train to Frankston and connect with a bus to Mornington. This journey could take up to 2 hours, however. Visit Mornington during the Queen’s Birthday weekend and enjoy the smooth sounds of the Mornington Winter Jazz Festival.


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Mornington Hotel
Mornington Hotel
4 out of 5
917 Nepean Highway, Mornington, VIC
The price is CA $132 per night from Apr. 7 to Apr. 8
CA $132
CA $145 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 7 - Apr 8
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (811 reviews)
"Great place for the night room was very large and comfortable"

Reviewed on Mar. 23, 2025

Mornington Hotel
Brooklands of Mornington
Brooklands of Mornington
3.5 out of 5
99 Tanti Avenue, Mornington, VIC
The price is CA $141 per night from May 1 to May 2
CA $141
CA $157 total
includes taxes & fees
May 1 - May 2
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (649 reviews)
Brooklands Quaint Motel
"Brooklands is a quaint motel on a site that included some history of Mornington. Everything worked fine, room was cleaned daily and we had parking in front of the unit. We were near down town - 10 minute walk."

Reviewed on Mar. 19, 2025

Brooklands of Mornington
RACV Cape Schanck Resort
RACV Cape Schanck Resort
5 out of 5
Trent Jones Drive, Cape Schanck, VIC
The price is CA $173 per night from Apr. 27 to Apr. 28
CA $173
CA $190 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (899 reviews)
"Great place for a escape and located in quiet and lush surroundings. Golf course is a good way to unwind."

Reviewed on Mar. 27, 2025

RACV Cape Schanck Resort
Atura Dandenong
Atura Dandenong
4.5 out of 5
5-17 Doveton Avenue, (Cnr Doveton Ave & Princes Highway), Eumemmerring, VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $133 per night from Apr. 13 to Apr. 14
CA $133
CA $146 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Stay at this 4.5-star business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Dandenong Plaza and Drum ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (753 reviews)
"Very funky hotel. Clean and spacious room with super comfortable bed. Good communal areas with lots of seating. Games area is a good addition. Good breakfast spread with lots of choice included in room price, so good value. Lovely staff."

Reviewed on Mar. 23, 2025

Atura Dandenong
North Pier Hotel
North Pier Hotel
3 out of 5
5 The Esplanade, Cowes, VIC
The price is CA $81 per night from Apr. 27 to Apr. 28
CA $81
CA $89 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Cowes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Great accommodations close to esplanade."

Reviewed on Mar. 27, 2025

North Pier Hotel
Ramada Resort by Wyndham Phillip Island
Ramada Resort by Wyndham Phillip Island
4 out of 5
2128 Phillip Island Road, Cowes, VIC
The price is CA $182 per night from May 1 to May 2
CA $182
CA $216 total
includes taxes & fees
May 1 - May 2
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly resort in Cowes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"We had a great time at Ramada, always recommended."

Reviewed on Mar. 19, 2025

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Phillip Island
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Frankston featuring a sandy beach

Frankston

Well-liked for its spas and golf courses, Frankston is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Frankston Arts Centre and Frankston Beach, and jump on the metro at Frankston Station to get around the city.

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Dromana featuring general coastal views and hiking or walking as well as a large group of people

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Rosebud showing a sandy beach

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Rye

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Sorrento featuring watersports and a beach

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