The 5 Best Mornington Peninsula Accommodation You Need to Book

Whether you're in for a few days for a quick weekend getaway or an extended vacation, we've rounded up a list of unique accommodation you can check - from luxury hotels to more chill BnB's, we have some suggestions suited for different tastes and budgets!

Here’s our list of unique accommodation to luxury spots that you'll love:

Wake up to cliff-top walks and expansive ocean views over Port Phillip Bay. This luxury five-star coastal retreat will spoil you with top-notch amenities such as a heated outdoor pool, a fitness centre, a luxury spa and sauna, a golf driving range, a tennis court, and a restaurant and bar that serves the best locally-sourced food and wine. Rooms are spacious and modern, with their own private balconies, and couples have particularly raved about this luxury accommodation!

You could be gliding through the sky in a gondola at Arthurs Seat Eagle, where you can take in uninterrupted views - frames by swaying Manna Gums, grazing kangas and the trace of distant coastlines! For only $21 for adults and $13 for kids, you can snap up round trip tickets which take approximately 30 minutes, but you can take your time also exploring the nearby walks at Seawinds Gardens within the Arthurs Seat State Park.

Located in the charming seaside village of Sorrento, Carmel is the ideal pick if a tranquil staycation near the beach is what you’re particularly keen on. You’ll be really close to the beach - a 1-minute drive from Sorrento Front Beach and 6 minutes from Rye Beach. 

With its tasteful decor, incredible service, and spotlessly clean rooms (we heard they have the comfiest linen and beds!) it’s not surprising that guests are always talking about waiting to come back. 

When in Mornington, you definitely should not miss out on one of the best wineries in the region producing world-class cool-climate wines - Montalto Winery. Montalto is a family-run estate where they grow their produce - over 1,500 olive trees supply the kitchens!

Set in the breathtaking Alto wine room, with panoramic views overlooking the Estate vineyards, you’ll get to pick between a Discovery Tasting or an Estate to Plate experience. The Discovery Tasting includes a wine tasting, shared lunch and a glass of wine, whereas the Estate to Plate experience gives you a VIP experience with a guided estate tour, tasting as well as a 5-course lunch with matching wines - talk about the good life! 

After that, you can also opt to check out the 30 beautiful contemporary sculptures throughout the Montalto grounds, from monumental works in open spaces to more intimate pieces begging to be discovered amongst the wetlands and vines.

This rural, secluded countryside guesthouse (undoubtedly luxurious) set on a 30-acre estate in Red Hill is at a  prime location - within a 15-minute walk of Redhill Recreation Reserve, which features tennis courts, ovals, playgrounds, pet-friendly areas among others. Nearby are also Safety Beach and Merricks Beach

You’ll also be a 15-min walk away from one of the finest wineries in Mornington Peninsula - Eldridge Estate. This accommodation has all there is to offer - including panoramic views of the gardens and lake and easy access to fine wine and great food at the heart of the peninsula. 

Discover the scenic landscapes of Port Phillip Bay and Southern Mornington Peninsula on a fun sightseeing cruise - you’ll get to head to the famed entry point, “The Rip”, and marvel at the meeting point of the Bass Strait and Port Phillip Bay. Enjoy a close look at Australian fur seals lounge around at the Chinaman's Hat platform.

Keep your eyes peeled as you just may spot humpback whales, common dolphins, migrating seasonal wildlife and more! 

If you’re looking to cosy it up for the weekend without necessarily having to spend a ton, Boathouse Resort Studios & Suites is the perfect weekend base - it’s a boutique beachside accommodation with funky interiors which look like nautical, bathing boxes on the beach, but the resort interiors are modern, clean and new.  

Boathouse Resort Studios & Suites is ideally located in between the towns of Sorrento and Rye, which means that you’ll have easy access to the marina and also close to Balgownie beach so you’ll have lots to do. 

While it’s still warm, hit up Mornington’s hottest summer attraction, featuring the region's largest inflatable pool, an inflatable sports zone and more. Fun’s definitely guaranteed when you jump into a giant blow-up pool that’s 19 metres in diameter, a water slide, and wet-and-wild obstacle course!

Other activities like trampolines, sumo suits for wrestling, paddle boats, mini golf and a silent disco will keep you and your crew busy for the day. Purchasing a session pass will allow you to enjoy all of the fun zones and access all facilities such as showers, bathrooms, and air-conditioned facilities with WiFi. 

Floor-to-ceiling glass windows, an overlooking view of the Portsea Golf Club and Port Phillip Bay, Mercure Portsea in Mornington Peninsula is a modern and compact accommodation that is centrally located (and is the perfect accommodation if you’re an avid golfer!) 

It’s close to wonderful walks you can take leisurely in afternoons or early mornings. Check out the London Bridge Lookout which is famous for its portal lookouts to the sea while you’re there!

Down for an even bigger adventure? Swim with wild dolphins and seals in their natural environment at Port Phillip Bay on this half-day adventure, one of the best things to do on the Mornington Peninsula. In small groups of 10, slide quietly into the water and wait to hear for the dolphin’s squeaks and whistles - these friendly and fun animals will then join the group for a swim if you’re lucky!