Mornington

Melbourne
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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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Top hotels in Mornington

Mornington Hotel
Mornington Hotel
4 out of 5
917 Nepean Highway, Mornington, VIC
The price is S$142 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
S$142
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
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! (763 reviews)
"Fantastic, ckean spacious rooms"

Reviewed on 30 Oct,2024

Mornington Hotel
Brooklands of Mornington
Brooklands of Mornington
3.5 out of 5
99 Tanti Avenue, Mornington, VIC
The price is S$160 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
S$160
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
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! (608 reviews)
"Pool and jacuzzi were great. It was exactly what we were looking for. Nice and quiet."

Reviewed on 20 Oct,2024

Brooklands of Mornington
RACV Cape Schanck Resort
RACV Cape Schanck Resort
5 out of 5
Trent Jones Drive, Cape Schanck, VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$167 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
S$167
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
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! (851 reviews)
"Great resort in a perfect location with amazing views. The facilities are quite good and well maintained."

Reviewed on 1 Nov,2024

RACV Cape Schanck Resort
North Pier Hotel
North Pier Hotel
3 out of 5
5 The Esplanade, Cowes, VIC
The price is S$84 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
S$84
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
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)
"There is very limited parking on site have to park in the street."

Reviewed on 31 Oct,2024

North Pier Hotel
ibis Budget Dandenong
ibis Budget Dandenong
3 out of 5
185-193 Princes Hwy, Cnr Edgewood Road, Dandenong, VIC
The price is S$72 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
S$72
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (653 reviews)
"Great value for cost and convenience"

Reviewed on 28 Oct,2024

ibis Budget Dandenong
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 S$187 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
S$187
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
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)
"Good place nothing crazy but clean and well worth if!"

Reviewed on 31 Oct,2024

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Phillip Island
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Mount Martha

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Mount Martha. You might want to make time for a stop at Mount Martha Beach North or Mount Martha Beach South.

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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

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Dromana. You might want to make time for a stop at Dromana Beach or Rosebud Beach.

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Rosebud

Unique features of Rosebud include the golf courses and hot springs. Make a stop by Rosebud Beach or Arthurs Seat State Park while you're exploring the area.

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Rye

Beaches, spas and hot springs are just a few things travellers enjoy about Rye. Check out Rye Beach or The Dunes Golf Links while you're exploring the area.

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Blairgowrie

Beaches, cafes and spas are some highlights of Blairgowrie. Make a stop by Blairgowrie Beach or Rye Beach while you're exploring.

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