The Esplanade Resort and Spa

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Penthouse, 4 Bedrooms | In-room dining
Penthouse, 4 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Penthouse, 4 Bedrooms | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Exterior detail

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1 The Esplanade, Lakes Entrance, VIC, 3909
  • Place, Griffith's Sea Shell Museum and Marine Display
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lakes Entrance Visitor Information Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Main Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Three Bedroom Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1184 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 915 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Three Bedroom Apartment

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1184 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Two Bedroom Apartment

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 915 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard One Bedroom Apartment

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(49 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Three Bedroom Residence

  • 1184 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Penthouse, 4 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Water view
  • 1615 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Standard Three Bedroom Apartment

  • 1184 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • Lake view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Lakes Entrance

The Esplanade Resort and Spa places you next to Lakes Entrance Visitor Information Centre and within a 5-minute walk of Griffith's Sea Shell Museum and Marine Display. This 134-room, 4.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and an indoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Griffith's Sea Shell Museum and Marine Display - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lakes Entrance Visitor Information Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lakes Entrance Bowls Club - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Lakes Entrance Lookout - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Main Beach - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Restaurants

  • ‪Sodafish - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Central Hotel - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Fish-a-Fare - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Albert & Co - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Esplanade Resort and Spa

Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
At The Esplanade Resort and Spa, guests enjoy a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool. Free parking is included with your stay. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach hotel include free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and a terrace.
Flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Sitting areas, coffee makers, and ironing boards are also standard.
An indoor pool and an outdoor pool are on site.

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

Illuka Massage and Beauty has 1 treatment room. Services include Swedish massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a hot tub.

The spa is open select days. Guests under 17 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Espy Bar + Eatery

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pickleball court
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Spa open select days
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 5 floors
  • Built in 2004
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 9:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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. 
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Esplanade Lakes Entrance
Esplanade Resort
Esplanade Resort Lakes Entrance
Esplanade Waterfront Hotel Lakes Entrance
Esplanade Waterfront Resort And Spa
The Esplanade Resort Spa
Esplanade Resort Spa
The Esplanade Resort Spa
The Esplanade Lakes Entrance
The Esplanade Resort and Spa Hotel
The Esplanade Resort and Spa Lakes Entrance
The Esplanade Resort and Spa Hotel Lakes Entrance

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Esplanade Resort and Spa?

The Esplanade Resort and Spa provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Esplanade Resort and Spa?

As of Feb 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Esplanade Resort and Spa on Feb 23, 2026 start from $165.49, 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.

What's there to see within easy reach of The Esplanade Resort and Spa?

Located steps from Griffith's Sea Shell Museum and Marine Display, this hotel is in Lakes Entrance, and within a 10-minute walk of Lake King and Bullock Island. You'll also find Lakes Entrance Lookout and Lakes Entrance Bowls Club less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Esplanade Resort and Spa?

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

Is there a spa at The Esplanade Resort and Spa?

Illuka Massage and Beauty is the hotel's spa and services include Swedish massages, couples treatments, and aromatherapy. The spa is not open daily but only on select days.

Does The Esplanade Resort and Spa have a casino at the property?

No, The Esplanade Resort and Spa doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Esplanade Resort and Spa?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Esplanade Resort and Spa?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does The Esplanade Resort and Spa have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Esplanade Resort and Spa have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Esplanade Resort and Spa doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Esplanade Resort and Spa allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Esplanade Resort and Spa though service animals are welcome.

Does The Esplanade Resort and Spa have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Esplanade Resort and Spa?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Esplanade Resort and Spa offer a balcony and may feature lake views.

The Esplanade Resort and Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 510 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 320 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zheng

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very clean , convient to everything , friendly staff would stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liling

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Raniya

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Blind has to be replaced in room, as 3 times the maintenance person had to be called. Otherwise overall ok.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were looking for a home base with views and these needs were met. We requested a Penthouse and this was provided on the second floor with slightly obstructed views from the trees across the road. Overall a lovely stay :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sophanna, Melbourne

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Cassandra

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Wendy

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stay was not too bad. Our shower head was a bit loose.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, Melbourne

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place with a lovely view. Thoroughly enjoyed our short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Chol Hee, Doncaster East

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

martine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very impressed with the room and decor. Great value. Lovely pool area and spa. Unfortunately the spa stopped working. $20 a night voucher for dining or bar. No where to sit encourages people to drink in their room. Dining basic but good to have an offer. Staff friendly apart from 1 on reception when we arrived. Would recommend friends to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was bliss - everything was so clean & comfortable & especially lovely & quiet. Aswell within walking distance to shops, restaurants or a quiet lake side walk - 10/10 ♥️
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

robyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here a number of times,but this time the room was a little on the small size. Girl on reception was very helpful and very friendly. Secure underground parking. The only issue was they were short staffed and their restaurant was not open. It was a saturday night also.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, safe and excellent ammenities. Ocean view is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were exceptional- professional, friendly and always willing to help. The resort had excellent facilities. The indoor and outdoor pools and spa were brilliant. Not to mention the daily happy hour.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025