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 ₹8,486 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
₹8,486
₹9,380 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Clean and tidy just need better communication from country club motel and caterers in the country club itself re trading hours however food was very good."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Fairways Resort
Admiral Motor Inn

Admiral Motor Inn

2.5 out of 5
799 Point Nepean Road, Rosebud, VIC
The price is ₹8,351 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
₹8,351
₹9,187 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (286 reviews)
"Highly recommend this property, so clean and modern rooms. Staff very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Admiral Motor Inn
North Pier Hotel

North Pier Hotel

3 out of 5
5 The Esplanade, Cowes, VIC
The price is ₹8,769 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
₹8,769
₹9,646 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
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! (1,001 reviews)
"It was ok"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

North Pier Hotel
BIG4 Ingenia Holidays Queenscliff Beacon

BIG4 Ingenia Holidays Queenscliff Beacon

4 out of 5
78 Bellarine Highway, Queenscliff, VIC
The price is ₹6,603 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
₹6,603
₹6,603 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly holiday park in Queenscliff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Queenscliff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (410 reviews)
"great vibe, brilliant facilities. will defintly return again!"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

BIG4 Ingenia Holidays Queenscliff Beacon
Seahorse Motel

Seahorse Motel

3.5 out of 5
29-31 Chapel Street, Cowes, VIC
The price is ₹7,882 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
₹7,882
₹8,670 total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
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! (953 reviews)
"Welcomed on arrival with a good chat, then another good chat on the way out. Room was way above what I thought it may be. I have a new favourite place to book a room now when I stay at the Island. I'd give them more than 5 stars if I could."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Seahorse Motel
Mornington Hotel

Mornington Hotel

4 out of 5
917 Nepean Highway, Mornington, VIC
The price is ₹12,611 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
₹12,611
₹13,873 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (862 reviews)
"Good size room and bathroom. It was clean and well equipped. Very well located as it is only a 4 minute drive to the Main Street."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Mornington Hotel
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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
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Mount Martha

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Mount Martha. You might want to make time for a stop at Mount Martha Beach North or Mount Martha Beach South.

Mount Martha
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


Rosebud Travel Guide