Best Boutique Hotels in Smiths Beach

Inspired by the natural coastal surroundings, the boutique Quarters at Flinders Hotel offers luxurious and relaxing accommodation on the Mornington Peninsula, 1.5 hours drive from Cowes and a 75-minute drive from Melbourne. Quarters at Flinders Hotel is a 2-minute drive from Flinders Golf Club and a 15-minute drive from Cape Schanck which has views over the beaches from Gunnamatta to Portsea. It is only a 20-minute drive to Peninsula Hot Springs. Each room features a minibar, tea/coffee making facilities and a 40-inch LCD TV with satellite channels. Air conditioning and heating are provided. Most rooms have either a patio or balcony with outdoor seating.

<h2>Elegant Accommodation</h2> Lancemore Lindenderry Red Hill in Red Hill offers a 5-star experience with a sauna, sun terrace, and lush garden. Guests enjoy free WiFi in public areas, an indoor swimming pool, and a tennis court. <h2>Comfortable Amenities</h2> The hotel features private check-in and check-out, a lounge, outdoor fireplace, and concierge service. Additional facilities include a games room, family rooms, and free on-site parking. <h2>Dining Experience</h2> A buffet breakfast with local specialities, warm dishes, fresh pastries, and more is served daily. The family-friendly restaurant offers Australian cuisine in traditional, modern, and romantic settings. <h2>Prime Location</h2> Located 96 km from Essendon Fields Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Arthurs Seat Eagle (10 km) and Mornington Racecourse (21 km). Guests appreciate the attentive staff and beautiful garden.

Peppers Moonah Links Resort offers two 18-hole championship golf courses and a restaurant with panoramic views. Each room has a balcony overlooking the golf courses. The golf courses that surround Peppers Moonah Links hosted the 2005 Australian Open, offering world-class golf facilities. Guests also have access to a swimming pool and free mountain bikes. The natural thermal pools at Peninsula Hot Springs are located next to the resort. Pebbles Restaurant offers relaxed modern Australian dining, featuring an outdoor terrace and a dining room with views over the golf course. Spike Bar is ideal for a drink overlooking the greens. All rooms at Peppers Moonah Links include free Wi-Fi, full-length mirrors, Smart TVs and ultra-modern furnishings. Car parking is available directly outside every room.

Located on the Sorrento clifftops, just a two-minute stroll from the township and beach, Hotel Sorrento is the perfect base to experience the best of the Mornington Peninsula. Awarded 2025 Best Hotel in Victoria and Accommodation nationally, Hotel Sorrento’s stunning rooms and studios feature contemporary design, spacious layout and luxurious finishes. Ideal for anyone seeking both rest and play. Relax by the private, adults-only oasis with a 30-metre pool, sun terrace and poolside bar serving refreshing cocktails and seasonal fare. Guests can also enjoy a range of wellness amenities, including a state-of-the-art gym, yoga deck, steam room, and wellness spa. The Hotel also boasts an extensive range of vibrant dining and drinking spaces, including the most recent Lobby Bar, offering an elevated experience for in-house guests. There is also a purpose-built conferencing space that accommodates over 100 delegates, along with a dedicated on-site Events team.

Gateway on Monash features a fitness centre, an outdoor pool and a spa. All rooms include a 2-person spa bath and flat-screen digital TV. Guests enjoy a restaurant, a bar and free on-site parking. It is 5 minutes' drive from Monash University. The award-winning Six30 Bistro offers an extensive breakfast and dinner menu. The 5 O’clock Shadow Bar, serving drinks by an open fireplace, is the perfect place to relax and unwind after a long day. All air-conditioned rooms include a minibar, a refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. Complimentary WiFi is available in all rooms. Relax in the sauna after a fitness centre work-out or dine outdoors on the sunny terrace. A guest laundry is freely accessible. Gateway on Monash Hotel is a 10-minute drive from both Monash Hospital and Victorian Heart Hospital Gateway on Monash Hotel is also a smoke-free property.

Vue Grand is an award-winning boutique hotel set in a heritage-listed 1881 building. The Rooftop Bar provides amazing panoramic views of Queenscliff. Most rooms at Vue Grand Queenscliff include king-size beds, en suite bathrooms and air conditioning. Free WiFi is provided. Some rooms also have a spa bath or balcony. Vue Grand is located just 90 minutes' drive from Melbourne city centre. Fort Queenscliff and Black Lighthouse are each a 5-minute walk from the hotel. If you require a twin bed configuration or portacot, please contact the property directly.

<h2>Comfortable Accommodation</h2> A Loft In The Mill Boutique Accommodation in Olinda offers a 4-star hotel experience with a garden, terrace, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy private check-in and check-out services, family rooms, and breakfast in the room. <h2>Modern Amenities</h2> The property features air-conditioning, a hot tub, kitchenette, balcony, and private bathroom with a spa bath. Additional amenities include bathrobes, a fireplace, and a work desk. <h2>Convenient Location</h2> Located 31 km from Dandenong Train Station and 33 km from Chadstone Shopping Mall, the hotel is near attractions such as Victoria Golf Club and Melbourne Cricket Ground. Essendon Fields Airport is 53 km away. <h2>Guest Satisfaction</h2> Highly rated for its convenient location, attentive staff, and comfortable rooms, A Loft In The Mill Boutique Accommodation ensures a pleasant stay.

Quality Hotel Manor offers newly renovated spacious rooms, only 30 minutes’ drive from Melbourne city centre. The hotel provides free cable TV, free covered parking and free in-room WiFi. Each air-conditioned room includes a work desk, ironing facilities and en suite bathroom with hairdryer. Facilities at Quality Hotel Manor Mitcham include a business centre and guest laundry. The Quality Hotel Manor is only 24 km from the Dandenong Ranges National Park and 35 km from the wineries of the Yarra Valley. Mitcham Railway Station is a 3-minute drive away. The nearest Coles supermarket and Asian grocery store are only 850 meters away, and there are various restaurants nearby that you can easily reach by foot. The M3 highway entrance is only 300 meters away, allowing easy access to various destinations. In addition to hotel rooms, conference room services are also provided.

The Cosmopolitan Hotel and Apartments is ideally located in the heart of vibrant St Kilda, just a 2-minute walk from Acland Street’s café culture, with a tram stop conveniently located right in front of the hotel. Luna Park, Palais Theatre, St Kilda Arts Market, and The Esplanade are all just moments away. The Cosmopolitan offers accommodation options ranging from minimalist rooms to well-equipped serviced apartments. All units feature free WiFi. Limited off-street parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be guaranteed. Guaranteed on-site parking is available for $25 per night. The conference room and shared lounge feature much natural light and audio-visual equipment. It offers a capacity for 40 people in theatre style.

Tolarno Hotel features original local artwork, stylish guest rooms and free WiFi. The property awards art prizes to the outstanding works of students from local colleges, and these master pieces are exhibited in the hotel’s foyer. The air-conditioned guest rooms are fitted with a fridge, a microwave and a flat-screen TV. Each features unique art pieces, blending vibrant colours with an artistic ambience. Hotel Tolarno is a 10-minute walk from Acland Street Galleries and the Grand Prix Track. It is a 12-minute walk from Sunday Esplanade Market. Palais Theatre is 3 minutes' drive away. Airport shuttle services are available at a cost.