Cape Nelson Lighthouse

4.0 star property
Inn in Portland West with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Cape Nelson Lighthouse sits right on the ocean, offering a quiet getaway with Isabellas Cafe serving delicious regional dishes. Guests can relax in the garden after a day of exploring, with convenient laundry facilities and helpful staff who assist with booking tours.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
The current price is RM600
RM755 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec

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Sunrise Cottage - 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Sunrise Cottage - 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Sunset Cottage - 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Sunset Cottage - 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Caretakers Cottage - 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
Washer/dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Caretakers Cottage - 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Head Keepers Cottage -2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Head Keepers Cottage - 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Annex Cottage - 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
119 Cape Nelson Lighthouse Road, Portland West, VIC, 3305

What's nearby

  • Cape Nelson State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cape Nelson Lighthouse - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nelson Bay Coastal Reserve - 6 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Portland Cable Tram Depot Museum - 13 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Budj Bim National Park - 50 min drive - 61.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Portland Fish N Chips - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪hotel royal - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Isabella's Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Short Street Takeaway - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Cape Nelson Lighthouse

Upscale inn by the ocean
Consider a stay at Cape Nelson Lighthouse and take advantage of a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. The on-site Regional cuisine café, Isabellas Cafe, offers breakfast and lunch. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this inn include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), motorhome/coach/lorry parking and smoke-free property
  • Tour/ticket information, a 24-hour front desk and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Cape Nelson Lighthouse include perks, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and espresso makers.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Plasma TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Kitchens, full-sized fridge/freezers and dishwashers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Weekend cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: AUD 5 to 18 per person
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Isabellas Cafe

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room washing machine/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1884
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Plasma TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-in for this property is based at the Quality Hotel Bentinck (Macs Hotel), located on the corner of Gawler St and Bentinck St in Portland in a 3-story bluestone building. Guests should enter via Gawler St and proceed to reception. Phone reception at the lighthouse is limited.

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 5 to 18 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Cape Nelson Lighthouse
Cape Nelson Lighthouse Inn
Cape Nelson Lighthouse Inn Portland West
Cape Nelson Lighthouse Portland West
Cape Nelson Lighthouse Inn
Cape Nelson Lighthouse Portland West
Cape Nelson Lighthouse Inn Portland West

Frequently asked questions

Is Cape Nelson Lighthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cape Nelson Lighthouse?

As of 14 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cape Nelson Lighthouse on 16 Dec 2025 start from RM 599.69, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Cape Nelson Lighthouse?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cape Nelson Lighthouse?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Cape Nelson Lighthouse?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Cape Nelson Lighthouse located?

Situated by the ocean, this inn is steps away from Cape Nelson State Park and Cape Nelson Lighthouse. Portland H46 Bushland Reserve and Portland H47 Bushland Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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