McCrae Travel Guide

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31 August 2013 - historic McCrae Homestead, a 19th century homestead located in McCrae on the Mornington Peninsula, south of Melbourne, Australia
31 August 2013 - historic McCrae Homestead, a 19th century homestead located in McCrae on the Mornington Peninsula, south of Melbourne, Australia
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Our pick of the best McCrae Hotel Deals

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Phillip Island

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Phillip Island

4 out of 5
2128 Phillip Island Road Cowes VIC
The price is AU$199 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
AU$199
18 Mar - 19 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly resort in Cowes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
As an asian, the floor could have been cleaner. Otherwise location is not too bad. Just a short 5-10 min drive into town with everything you need. Cabin is nice and quiet and very well equipped with everything you need. Surrounded by walking trail with many wildlife for the kids to see. Highly ...

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Phillip Island
RACV Cape Schanck Resort

RACV Cape Schanck Resort

5 out of 5
Trent Jones Drive Cape Schanck VIC
The price is AU$216 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
AU$216
16 Feb - 17 Feb
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! (972 reviews)
Room spotless, entire property well tended. Wished that pizza restaurant would not close at 4pm Bar staff not attentive to service; we had to insist repeatedly to get attention although at least 5 employees behind the bar.

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

RACV Cape Schanck Resort
Peninsula Beachside Accommodation

Peninsula Beachside Accommodation

2 out of 5
15 Truemans Rd Capel Sound VIC
The price is AU$104 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$104
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Melbourne. Enjoy free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Peninsula Hot Springs and Tootgarook Wetlands are located ...
7/10 Good! (21 reviews)
Stayed in the larger accommodation it was good clean all new. Very reasonably priced. Happy stay. The only thing is that it would be a bit chaotic if they were full, and the parking is narrow for a small car only. But I would stay again.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Peninsula Beachside Accommodation
Amaroo Holiday Park

Amaroo Holiday Park

3 out of 5
97 Church St Cowes VIC
The price is AU$114 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
AU$114
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Cowes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Phillip Island Ferry Dock and Silverleaves Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (393 reviews)
I loved staying at Amaroo park. It was quiet, private and comfortable. The sheets are fantastic. We'll be back.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Amaroo Holiday Park
North Pier Hotel

North Pier Hotel

3 out of 5
5 The Esplanade Cowes VIC
The price is AU$168 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$168
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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)
Room was clean, lady at the front desk was absolutely lovely and helpful when our key card wasn’t working. Will definitely be back !

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

North Pier Hotel
Brooklands of Mornington

Brooklands of Mornington

3.5 out of 5
99 Tanti Avenue Mornington VIC
The price is AU$197 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
AU$197
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (732 reviews)
Room was clean, check in went smoothly. No notes!

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Brooklands of Mornington
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Other neighbourhoods around McCrae

Rosebud which includes a beach

Rosebud

Unique features of Rosebud include the golf courses and hot springs. Make a stop by Rosebud Beach or Arthurs Seat State Park while you're exploring the area.

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
This unique rock formation can be found at Number 16 Beach in the Mornington Peninsula, which is about an hour and a half drive from Melbourne. Be sure to visit at low tide for the best viewing. #SMDdoesOZ #MorningtonPeninsula #Australia

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
A big feature of the beaches that line the eastern shorelines of Port Phillip Bay in Victoria are the brightly coloured beach bathing boxes. Mount Martha has some spectacular examples of these curious structures. And there is nothing like a sunset on the beach.

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
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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


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