Cape Schanck Travel Guide

Melbourne

A wooden staircase leading to a viewpoint overlooking a coastal landscape with rocky outcrops and greenery.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a coastal viewpoint with rocky cliffs and ocean in the background.
A coastal landscape with a prominent rock formation and a rocky shoreline.
A rugged coastline with rocky cliffs and turbulent ocean waves.
A coastal landscape with rocky outcrops and a clear view of the ocean at sunset.

Stay near popular Cape Schanck attractions

A rocky shoreline with tide pools and a sunset sky.
Photo by Dianne Calvert
Open Photo by Dianne Calvert

Mornington Peninsula National Park

8.6/10 (11 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Mornington Peninsula National Park, a lovely green space in Melbourne. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this romantic area.
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Things to do

Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens

Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens

£12
per adult
Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens
Peninsula Hot Springs: Entry Ticket with Bath House

Peninsula Hot Springs: Entry Ticket with Bath House

£29
per child
94% of travellers recommend
Peninsula Hot Springs: Entry Ticket with Bath House
Fingal: Peninsula Hot Springs Entry with Lunch Credit

Fingal: Peninsula Hot Springs Entry with Lunch Credit

£58
per adult
Fingal: Peninsula Hot Springs Entry with Lunch Credit
Peninsula Hot Springs Morning Express Shuttle with Bath House Spa Entry

Peninsula Hot Springs Express Shuttle with Bath House Spa Entry

£101
per adult
Peninsula Hot Springs Express Shuttle with Bath House Spa Entry
Mornington Peninsula Winery, Beer and Spirits Tour

Mornington Peninsula Winery, Beer and Spirits Tour

£69
per adult
Mornington Peninsula Winery, Beer and Spirits Tour
From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Wildlife Tour

From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Wildlife Tour

£70
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Wildlife Tour
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Top hotels in Cape Schanck

RACV Cape Schanck Resort

RACV Cape Schanck Resort

5 out of 5
Trent Jones Drive Cape Schanck VIC
The price is £103 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£103
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful, thank you for making my stay with my wife an absolute memory that we both won't forget."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

RACV Cape Schanck Resort
Eden Bay Mornington

Eden Bay Mornington

2 out of 5
15 Truemans Rd Capel Sound VIC
The price is £48 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
£48
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Melbourne. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Peninsula Hot Springs and Tootgarook Wetlands ...
7.2/10 Good! (134 reviews)
"Not much cooing appliances if you don’t want to go out for dinner You’ll need to order food But very nice and clean for 2 people to share"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Eden Bay Mornington
Peppers Moonah Links Resort

Peppers Moonah Links Resort

4 out of 5
55 Peter Thomson Drive Fingal VIC
The price is £127 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
£127
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful property. Lot of activities to do around"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Peppers Moonah Links Resort
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 £108 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
£108
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Cowes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Phillip ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"GREEEEAAAAAAAAAATTTTTTTTTT"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Phillip Island
Amaroo Holiday Park

Amaroo Holiday Park

3 out of 5
97 Church St Cowes VIC
The price is £47 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
£47
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Cowes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Phillip Island Ferry Dock and Phillip Island Leisure ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (472 reviews)
"The room still had someone’s hair in the sink and drawer from shaving, the fan in the bedroom did not work, the coffee table was not wiped down at all, there were holes in the cubboards and wardrobe. Other than that the actual amenities were useful, however plan in advance as the game room needs ..."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Amaroo Holiday Park
Seahorse Motel

Seahorse Motel

3.5 out of 5
29-31 Chapel Street Cowes VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £84 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
£84
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Cowes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Kitchen and bathroom perfect."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

Seahorse Motel
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Where to stay in Cape Schanck

Find the best Cape Schanck areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A red double-decker bus with 'City Sightseeing Melbourne' branding parked in front of a modern glass building.

Melbourne Central Business District

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Melbourne Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Melbourne Central and Queen Victoria Market, and jump on the metro at Melbourne Central Station or Flagstaff Station to see more of the city.

A cityscape with a prominent bridge over a river, modern skyscrapers, and historic buildings.

Southbank

Are you interested in stunning river views, first-class casinos and popular shops? A visit to Southbank might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Crown Casino and Melbourne Recital Centre.

A marina with boats docked, a city skyline with tall buildings, and the sun setting in the background.

Docklands

Travellers come to Docklands for its waterfront views, and you can see top attractions like Marvel Stadium and Melbourne City Marina while you're in town.

A beach with a pier extending into the water, boats docked at the pier, and a seagull on the shore.

Sorrento

Sorrento is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Sorrento Front Beach and Searoad Ferry Terminal.

A rocky outcrop on a beach with waves crashing nearby during sunset.
Photo by Simon Maddock
Open Photo by Simon Maddock

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.

Cape Schanck Travel Guide

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