Rosebud Travel Guide

Melbourne

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


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Rosebud

Fairways Resort

Fairways Resort

4 out of 5
207 Boneo Road, Rosebud, VIC
The price is ₹7,862 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
₹7,862
₹8,726 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf motel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Beautiful stay at the golf course.
"A quick weekend stay for a local basketball tournament and we were surprised and delighted with the size and cleanliness of our room. We stayed in a studio room, way bigger than normal with a clean bathroom, large TV and large comfortable beds. Would definitely recommend!"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Fairways Resort
Seahorse Motel

Seahorse Motel

3.5 out of 5
29-31 Chapel Street, Cowes, VIC
The price is ₹7,115 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
₹7,115
₹7,826 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Cowes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (912 reviews)
"I liked the cleanliness, closeness to the beach and the shops, very comfortable bed, lots of channels on TV, all free of charge, lovely receptionist, clean bathroom and great water pressure in the shower!"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Seahorse Motel
North Pier Hotel

North Pier Hotel

3 out of 5
5 The Esplanade, Cowes, VIC
The price is ₹5,590 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
₹5,590
₹6,149 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Cowes. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"The bay room views are wonderful. The rooms were spacious, although the bathrooms are curious with an added changing area without seating or a place to hang clothes/robes. The walls are thin, however, and noise carried between rooms easily."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

North Pier Hotel
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 ₹11,151 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
₹11,151
₹12,364 total
30 Jul - 31 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! (923 reviews)
"We love it!"

Reviewed on 9 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! (836 reviews)
"very good"

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Mornington Hotel
Peppers Moonah Links Resort

Peppers Moonah Links Resort

4 out of 5
55 Peter Thomson Drive, Fingal, VIC
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great spot, lovely views, great food, great service."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Peppers Moonah Links Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around 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
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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
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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
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
Mornington which includes signage

Mornington

Spas, restaurants and beaches are some highlights of Mornington. Make a stop by Mornington Park or Mornington Country Golf Course while you're exploring.

Mornington
St Kilda which includes a coastal town, a city and a high-rise building

St Kilda

St Kilda is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Acland Street and Fitzroy Street, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Melbourne.

St Kilda


Rosebud Travel Guide