Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast

4.0 star property
Edwardian guesthouse with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace

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Romance Double Room with Spa Bath | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Interior detail
Moulin Rouge Double Room | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player
Garden

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
149 Point Richards Road, Portarlington, VIC, 3223
  • Portarlington Waterfront
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Portarlington Recreation Reserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Portarlington Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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Room options

Bali Hai Double Room with Spa Bath

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Arabian Nights Double Room with Spa Bath

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Indira Double Room with Spa Bath

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Bali Hai Double Room with Spa Bath

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Moulin Rouge Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Romance Double Room with Spa Bath

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Indira Double Room with Spa Bath

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Moulin Rouge Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Romance Double Room with Spa Bath

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Portarlington

Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast places you within a mile (2 km) of Portarlington Recreation Reserve and Portarlington Waterfront. This 5-room, 4-star guesthouse welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Portarlington Flora and Fauna Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Portarlington Waterfront - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Portarlington Recreation Reserve - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Portarlington Golf Club - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • St Leonards Beach - 11 min drive - 7.1 miles

Getting around

  • Drysdale Station - 9 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Drysdale Fish & Chickens - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Grand Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Two Daughters Cafe and Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ground Zero Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jetty Rd Fish & Chips - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast

Edwardian guesthouse with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace
Guests of Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast enjoy a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and spa services. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Staff members are on hand to provide tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage. Additional amenities include free use of bicycles, free newspapers, and a gift shop.
Flat-screen TVs come with DVD players, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, electric kettles, and free newspapers are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.

Languages

English, Italian

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Edwardian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

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Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast Portarlington
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast?

Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do near Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast?

This guesthouse is located in Portarlington, close to Portarlington Waterfront, Portarlington Ferry Dock, and Portarlington Golf Club. You'll also find Portarlington Recreation Reserve and Jack Rabbit Winery within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast include a casino?

No, Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast good for couples?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and bathrobes as well as free breakfast.

Does Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast have a hot tub?

Yes, this guesthouse offers private indoor spa tubs in some accommodations.

Does Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast offers free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast.

Are there connecting rooms at Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

How far is the airport from Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast?

The closest major airport to Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast is Avalon Airport (AVV), which is about 10.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast?

Yes, some accommodations at Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast offer a balcony.

Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love this place

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Wendy, Ballarat

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellant Accommadation and Service..10 out 10... Parking was there for the 5 rooms, But parking Accessability was Inadequate..
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

iynka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The themes of each room set the scene and the attention of the hosts is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The elegance and thoughtful decor. The panoramic view on the balcony of the bay and marshland was extensive and so typical of the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Loved our room the relaxing welcome and environment.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We felt right at home from the moment we walked in. Sue and Mick are very kind and generous hosts who go out of their way to make their guests feel comfortable and welcome - even down to making the perfect bacon sandwich!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Very nice and pleasant
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place and beautiful people, highly reccomend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Getaway B&B

Owners Mick and Susan were so professional and such gracious hosts. Spotlessly clean. Sumptuous breakfasts.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
...nice and interesting decor. Situated in an odd place, although handy to town. Quite average views. Weird neighbour who talked very loudly most of the evening. Mattress very hard, very ‘budget’! Fan in Room 4 hummed loudly; couldnt really use it. Parking is definitely NOT sorted!! Hosts were lovely, fairly good breakfast! Very reasonably priced. Old house means alot of creaking boards = you hear eveyone move around the house after hours. Good spa. Nice atmosphere inside. Dont really need the gift shop - sitting area downstairs would be handy instead.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hosts were wonderful, the room was terrific, We’l be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chan, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautifully appointed room, the owners were super friendly, and were very understanding about my delayed arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stylish, generous and very well equipped

We rang ahead and Toni was waiting for us and showed us around. It is a very stylish older house, done up beautifully with high ceilings and echoes of days gone by. Our room, the Romance was generous with a very good bed, a heat pump and a ceiling fan. The bathroom was equally generous with a very welcome spa bath. The immediate feeling was of comfort and quirky style. Toni showed us the upstairs lounge/kitchen/dining room which has recently been modernised but with the same style shown in the rest of the house. There was a comprehensive range of cereals, teas and coffees and Toni explained that there would have been a cooked breakfast had we been getting up a little later. As it was, we had an early flight out of Tullamarine the next morning so crept upstairs (to avoid waking the other guests). We would have enjoyed a social breakfast in the very comfortable dining room. We were there in July when the weather was cold and the heat pump in our room struggled to achieve the temperature we wanted so the spa and warm bed were very welcome. We ate at the pub in Portarlington where the food was very good and plentiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alison, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing Weekend break

Mick & Susie were very friendly and helpful in recommending things to do, see and eat in the area. Amazing to learn that this beautiful house was transported from Surrey Hills and converted into a B&B by Mick & Susie 18 years ago. The breakfasts were divine and kept us going all day. No children which was a bonus - couples only.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Fiona, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great B&B, quiet location

Pelican Sands was a great place to stay, opposite a nature reserve, walk to the beach and Ramblers Walk. Nice views from the back deck, a favourite place to watch the sunset. Susan and Mick were very hospitable.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stylish comfort.

Loved the romance room with spa! Interesting decor and furnishings. Altogether a welcoming and fun place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overnight stay. Very friendly owners, terrific breakfast in a cosy place and with other guests. Quiet. The fire looked good but we didn't need it.

8/10 Good

Marg, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful

A nice quiet setting but a few minutes drive into town for meals. Beautiful breakfast and inspired décor.

10/10 Excellent

craig, melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place close to the beach

I come to portarlington each year for the tri and found this place last year. Came back again this year as nick and Susan are such awesome hosts and always make you feel welcome. It's also pretty close to the beach and a short ride to the pier so great if you're doing the tri (or have a boat or want to swim). Rooms are all well laid out with a spa in each. Perhaps starting to get a little aged now but all very clean and functional and in good working order. Definitely going back next year!