Portsea Travel Guide

Melbourne

Portsea which includes general coastal views and boating
Portsea featuring rocky coastline and general coastal views
Portsea which includes a park as well as a large group of people
Portsea featuring a sunset, sailing and boating
Portsea showing a sunset and outdoor eating as well as a large group of people

Portsea sits astride the sheltered bay and surging ocean swell, perched on the tapered tip of the Mornington Peninsula.

The views from Portsea are unlike anywhere else in Victoria a street full of millionaires can’t be wrong. Glimpse glamorous mansions along the waterfront or find your own patch of real estate at the grand old Portsea Pub. Experience the lavish lifestyle with boutique accommodation and upscale dining. First-time scuba divers take note: Portsea’s gentle waters and pretty pier make it a great spot for beginners.

Popular places to visit

Portsea showing a sunset and outdoor eating as well as a large group of people

Point Nepean National Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Point Nepean National Park and enjoy the golf courses in Melbourne. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Point Nepean National Park
Portsea Pier featuring fishing as well as an individual male

Portsea Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Portsea Beach during your trip to Melbourne? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars.

Portsea Beach
Portsea Pier featuring general coastal views

Portsea Pier

Jutting out from a sheltered bay, this pier is an idyllic spot to cast a fishing line, take in bayside views and explore the underwater world with a snorkel.

Portsea Pier
Crown Casino

Crown Casino

Why not roll the dice by visiting Crown Casino where you can enjoy the games and entertainment of this top casino in Melbourne? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Crown Casino
Marvel Stadium

Marvel Stadium

Catch an event at Marvel Stadium during your trip to Melbourne. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Marvel Stadium
Melbourne Central

Melbourne Central

You can enjoy some retail therapy with a trip to Melbourne Central, a favourite shopping spot in Melbourne. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Melbourne Central

Top hotels in Portsea

Mercure Portsea

Mercure Portsea

4.5 out of 5
46 London Bridge Road, Portsea, VIC
The price is ₹8,701 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹8,701
₹9,571 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (491 reviews)
"Nice view over golf course"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Mercure Portsea
Portsea Village Resort

Portsea Village Resort

4 out of 5
3765 Point Nepean Road, Portsea, VIC
The price is ₹20,710 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
₹20,710
₹23,119 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Portsea Pier and Portsea Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (98 reviews)
"We stayed in apartment 331; the units are tired and need a refurbishment, fittings are worn, chipped & stained. The chair cushions were hiding a lot of food crumbs, peanuts etc. balcony needed sweeping, bathroom needs an update. The unit was not up to a 4 star premiere standard as advertised, gardens ..."

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2025

Portsea Village Resort
Wyndham Resort Torquay

Wyndham Resort Torquay

4 out of 5
100 The Esplanade, Torquay, VIC
The price is ₹11,194 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
₹11,194
₹12,314 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Spacious modern clean room. Nice view of beach across the road. Plenty of parking. Lots of amenities at hotel beautiful pool."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Wyndham Resort Torquay
Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong

4 out of 5
20 Adams Court, East Geelong, VIC
The price is ₹6,864 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
₹6,864
₹7,550 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (383 reviews)
"Beautiful resort feel"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Eden Oak Geelong
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 ₹10,800 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
₹10,800
₹12,028 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star 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! (925 reviews)
"Had a great stay but the attitude of the staff at front desk was really disappointing. I also asked for an extra bed in a large king room for my nephew who wanted to stay and was told there wasn’t enough room when the room was the small size of a one bed apartment! They said it was for fire safety ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

RACV Cape Schanck Resort
Mornington Hotel

Mornington Hotel

4 out of 5
917 Nepean Highway, Mornington, VIC
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (837 reviews)
"clean"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Portsea

Sorrento featuring a sandy beach and water sports

Sorrento

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

Sorrento
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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.

Blairgowrie
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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.

Rye
Rosebud featuring a beach

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.

Rosebud
Dromana showing general coastal views and hiking or walking as well as a large group of people

Dromana

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

Dromana
Mornington which includes signage

Mornington

Spas, restaurants and beaches are some highlights of Mornington. Make a stop by Mornington Park or Fossil Beach Geological Reserve while you're exploring.

Mornington

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