Rosebud

Melbourne

Rosebud which includes a sandy beach
Rosebud showing a sandy beach
Rosebud which includes general coastal views as well as a family
Rosebud featuring general coastal views as well as an individual male
Rosebud showing a beach

Sheltered beaches and campsites fringed by pretty banksias and she-oaks at the foothills of Arthur’s Seat make this town a favourite for laid-back travellers.

Visit the seaside town of Rosebud to enjoy its shallow Port Phillip Bay beaches and a scenic foreshore forested with native vegetation. Named after an English schooner that washed ashore in 1855, Rosebud is an idyllic escape where you can spend days by the beach and nights in atmospheric restaurants, sampling Mornington Peninsula regional wines and beers.

Stroll along Rosebud’s sandy main beach and take in views of Melbourne’s city skyline. Bring a towel and a sun umbrella to enjoy the ambiance of the seaside in comfort. Kids will love splashing in the shallows or peering into the deeper waters off the long Rosebud Pier. Explore the forested foreshore and see gorgeous native coastal flora, such as tea trees, she-oaks and banksias.

Rosebud is a popular town in Mornington Peninsula for its shopping precincts. You can find a busy strip of shops, bars, restaurants and cafés on the coastal Point Nepean Road. Rosebud Plaza and the Rosebud Beach Shopping Centre also offer a diverse range of shops and cafés, as well as Peninsula Cinemas for those rainy days.

Pick up unique handcrafted souvenirs, vintage items and local produce at Rosebud’s weekend markets. The Rosebud Sunday Market is held on the first Sunday of the month on Point Nepean Road.

Take in the stunning bushland surroundings by playing a round of golf at Rosebud’s golf courses or checking out the granite peak of Arthur’s Seat. Located approximately 8 kilometres (4.9 miles) away in Arthur’s Seat State Park, this distinctive hill can be traversed on foot or with a car.

In the evenings, hit the local wine bars to taste regional cool-climate wines from the local area, including Red Hill’s renowned pinot noirs and chardonnays.

Rosebud can be reached within 90 minutes by car from Melbourne. To reach the town via public transport, take a 1-hour train ride to Frankston and connect with local buses.


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Top hotels in Rosebud

Fairways Resort

Fairways Resort

4 out of 5
207 Boneo Road, Rosebud, VIC
The price is S$138 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
S$138
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf motel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Loved the ability to walk around the golf course in the evening."

Reviewed on 22 Aug, 2025

Fairways Resort
RACV Cape Schanck Resort

RACV Cape Schanck Resort

5 out of 5
Trent Jones Drive, Cape Schanck, VIC
The price is S$211 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
S$211
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (929 reviews)
Will be back again.. and again…
"Always a pleasure staying at RACV Cape Schank 🤘 Great base for a few days away from town and exploring the Mornington Peninsular!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul, 2025

RACV Cape Schanck Resort
Seahorse Motel

Seahorse Motel

3.5 out of 5
29-31 Chapel Street, Cowes, VIC
The price is S$117 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
S$117
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Cowes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (933 reviews)
"The staff were very understanding when I explained that my elderly husband needed a bit more time to vacate the room. (We didn't abuse their good will.) Clean, pleasant room, tidy grounds, good location."

Reviewed on 24 Aug, 2025

Seahorse Motel
Peppers Moonah Links Resort

Peppers Moonah Links Resort

4 out of 5
55 Peter Thomson Drive, Fingal, VIC
The price is S$201 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
S$201
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 14 Aug, 2025

Peppers Moonah Links Resort
Quest Frankston on the Bay

Quest Frankston on the Bay

4 out of 5
435 Nepean Highway, Frankston, VIC
The price is S$144 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
S$144
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (851 reviews)
"Great location to the shops and restaurants. The beds need updating and need to be bigger."

Reviewed on 9 Aug, 2025

Quest Frankston on the Bay
Mornington Hotel

Mornington Hotel

4 out of 5
917 Nepean Highway, Mornington, VIC
The price is S$150 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
S$150
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (850 reviews)
"Exterior a bit shabby but interior as expected. Clean, spacious rooms with air con that works."

Reviewed on 23 Aug, 2025

Mornington Hotel
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