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Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast

4.0 star property
Peaceful seaside escape at this B&B: mornings with made-to-order breakfasts, evenings with sunset views from the rooftop.

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Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast sits right on the oceanfront, serving cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning. Guests can enjoy sea views from the rooftop terrace, stroll through the garden, browse the on-site shopping, or borrow free bicycles to explore the surrounding area.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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  • 1 Queen Bed
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  • 1 Queen Bed
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  • 1 Queen Bed
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Romance Double Room with Spa Bath

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  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Romance Double Room with Spa Bath

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  • 1 Queen Bed
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  • 1 Queen Bed
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  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Portarlington, Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast is near the beach. Pilots' Cottages and The Black Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Bellarine Adventure Golf and Adventure Park Geelong. Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre and Bellarine Railway - Queenscliff Station are also worth visiting. Visit our Portarlington travel guide
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149 Point Richards Road, Portarlington, VIC, 3223

What's nearby

  • Ferry
    Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
    40 min drive - 26.3 miles
  • Portarlington Flora and Fauna Reserve
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Portarlington Waterfront
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Portarlington Ferry Dock
    4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Portarlington Recreation Reserve
    4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Drysdale Station
    11 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL)
    94 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jetty Rd Fish & Chips
    10 min drive
  • Grand Hotel
    4 min drive
  • Ronniez Cafe
    9 min drive
  • Arlo
    3 min drive
  • Port Pier Cafe
    4 min drive

About this property

Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast

Upscale guesthouse by the sea
At Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast, you can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and shopping on site. In addition to a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, free newspapers, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A TV in the lobby, a gift shop, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with DVD players
  • Refrigerators, ceiling fans, and housekeeping

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Pelican Sands
Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast
Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast Portarlington
Pelican Sands Portarlington
Pelican Sands Bed Breakfast
Pelican Sands Portarlington
Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast Guesthouse
Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast Portarlington
Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast Guesthouse Portarlington

Frequently asked questions

Is Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast located?

Situated by the sea, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Portarlington Waterfront and Portarlington Recreation Reserve. Portarlington Flora and Fauna Reserve and Portarlington Ferry Dock are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
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

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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
Verified

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
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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
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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
Verified

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
Verified

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
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10/10 Excellent

Chan

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

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
Verified

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
Verified

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.
Verified

8/10 Good

Marg

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.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

craig

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!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cathy

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

Lovely place

Had a great time during our much too short stay. Breakfast was awesome. Enjoyed the spa immensely. Hope to return soon
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam and Peter

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

Happy Anniversary

Wonderful 3 night stay to celebrate our wedding anniversary. The owners were very friendly and very helpful.The breakfast is fabulous and filling. Nothing was too much trouble. Thank you for your hospitality.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

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

Stunning romantic get away!

I bought an overnight stay at this B&B for my brother and his wife and they couldn't stop raving about the place! They said the food was incredible and the atmosphere was amazing. They thoroughly enjoyed their stay and keep talking about how much fun they had :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very kind hosts, nicely maintained and lovely to stay. Thank you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great accomodation with friendly hosts. Would highly recommend staying here.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Huan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was cosy and tidy and service was excellent, however there it was probably not good value for money.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

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

Lovely B & B!

Lovely house, hosts were very welcoming. Breakfast was very nice and plenty of it. We didn't have to have lunch. I loved everything about the place. Spa had plenty of room for two, very relaxing. Rooms were decorated nicely.