Where to Stay in Victoria – Bass Strait
Resorts, hotels, and accommodation options in Victoria – Bass Strait
Accommodation Overview
The Bass Strait coastline offers diverse accommodation from the charming seaside towns of the Great Ocean Road to the larger regional centers of Warrnambool and Portland. Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads provide boutique B&Bs, holiday apartments, and the popular beachside caravan parks with easy access to the HMAS Canberra dive site. Apollo Bay offers motels, holiday houses, and the charming Great Ocean Road resort, making it the ideal base for exploring the central coast dive sites. Warrnambool, the largest city on the coast, provides the widest range of accommodation including quality hotels, motels, and serviced apartments. Port Fairy offers boutique accommodation in historic buildings and charming seaside cottages. Portland provides affordable motels and holiday houses with good access to the western dive sites. The Great Ocean Road's holiday parks are well-maintained and provide excellent value, and many properties offer seasonal rates that make extended diving holidays affordable.
Recommended Areas
Ocean Grove/Barwon Heads
Best base for the HMAS Canberra and Pinnacles with boutique accommodation.
Apollo Bay
Charming coastal town with access to Marengo Reefs and SS Casino wreck.
Warrnambool
Largest regional city with widest accommodation range and whale watching.