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Athelstane House

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A wooden deck with outdoor tables and chairs, a door with a sign, and a covered area with umbrellas. - Athelstane House (Queenscliff)
A view through a window of a wooden deck area with outdoor furniture and plants. - Athelstane House (Queenscliff)
A building with a brick facade, a balcony, and a pathway leading to the entrance. - Athelstane House (Queenscliff)
A cozy living room with a wooden coffee table, a fireplace, bookshelves, and comfortable seating. - Athelstane House (Queenscliff)
A hallway with wooden flooring, a staircase, a desk with papers, and framed certificates on the wall. - Athelstane House (Queenscliff)
At Athelstane House, you can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

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A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a desk, a chair, and a large framed picture on the wall.

King Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a door leading to a balcony.

Standard Room, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a wooden bench, and artwork on the walls.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, two wicker chairs, a small table, and a window with a view of trees.

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a chair, and a wall-mounted picture.

Standard Room (Large)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and greenery.

Courtyard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a dresser, an air conditioning unit, a radiator, and a painting on the wall.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Queenscliff, Athelstane House is in the historical district and by the sea. Queenscliff Hotel and The Black Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park and Queenscliff Natural Features Reserve. Bellarine Railway - Queenscliff Station and Queenscliff Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkeling, and boat tours nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Queenscliff travel guide
Map
4 Hobson Street, Queenscliff, VIC, 3225

What's nearby

  • A signboard about Swan Bay, a marine wetland of international significance.
    Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Queenscliff Hotel
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bellarine Railway - Queenscliff Station
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Queenscliff Harbour
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Queenscliff Harbour Observation Tower
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Drysdale Station
    19 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV)
    58 min drive

Restaurants

  • Portsea Golf Club
    73 min drive
  • Portsea Hotel
    73 min drive
  • Queenscliff Bowling Tennis & Croquet Club
    14 min walk
  • Esplanade Hotel
    4 min walk
  • Queenscliff Fish & Chips
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 323 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1860
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • iPod dock
  • LED TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 1.4 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.4 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Athelstane House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Athelstane House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Athelstane House?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Athelstane House located?

Situated in Queenscliff, this beach hotel is steps from Queenscliff Historical Museum, Salt Contemporary Art, and Queenscliff Library. Queenscliff Hotel and Bellarine Railway - Queenscliff Station are also within 10 minutes.

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

Athelstane House Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 304 out of 437 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 437 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 437 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 437 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 437 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

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The room was excellent and the breakfast was totally delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Donald

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Super handy location - wonderful happy staff - terrific breakfast - comfortble bed - freezing air con (it was HOT outside!)
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely rooms, quiet location, fantastic breakfast served by Laurel. Will be back again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

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Close to everything but quiet. Great host and excellent cooked breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Simone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A charming, heritage-listed boutique hotel just off Queenscliff's main drag with exceptionally friendly staff, terrific breakfast choices included in room-rate and shared guest lounge plus open verandahs. We've stayed more than once---an atmospheric beach-side gem.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Noelene

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The room was in character for an old property. The breakfast was amazing and staff were friendly and efficient. Thoroughly enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha

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Such a Charing old building, beautifully kept
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Charming place, fab breakfast

Amazing stay overall. Charming place with lots of character. Fabulous breakfasts. Recommend a WiFi range extender to make sure all rooms are fully covered. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

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I had a wonderful stay and would return. Emma was very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was delicious. The room was just what I wanted and very clean. A welcoming atmosphere, lovely building and surroundings. The location was perfect.
Verified review

8/10 Good

RAYMOND

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A pleasant stay at Athelstane House

The room #2, was clean and spacious with a private balcony accessed from the room. The breakfast was excellent served by friendly staff with access to outside tables if you prefer rather than to staying inside the breakfast room. The only mild criticism was that the bed was too soft for us as we are used to a much firmer bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
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8/10 Good

Helen

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We enjoyed our stay very much and will stay again in the future. I still have trouble with self check IN and self check OUT , maybe this is the future with labour costs rising ect. What a pity!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Brett

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Very happy had a great break
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A charming guesthouse. Clean and comfortable. Room was lovely. Breakfast a great addition. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Christina

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The bed was so unbelievably comfortable! The colours in the room made me so happy. And the bath is beyond fabulous. I would stay again in a heartbeat ❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the grandeur and age of the property. Rooms had high ceilings, tall period windows and very spacious. The staff were lovely and helpful with local knowledge. Can’t wait to go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
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8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay. The big breakfast is excellent, especially the relish. Bathroom was large and bright lighting was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the large spacious clean room with the access to sit on the balcony to have a wine and read a book very peaceful and quiet. Breakfast was amazing and choice was very suited to our requirements. Highly recommend and the staff could not be more helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great historic property in the heart of Queenscliff. Well maintained and excellent service. Can highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful old property, managed by a friendly team who make sure you not only feel welcome but are also not wanting for anything
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was a great location for easy access to the beach, very central to the town, The breakfast options and experience were great. Access and parking were easy to find and follow. The room and facilities were very comfortable with a great view from the balcony. Possible improve, the library books and range of magazines could be updated and fresh fruit, with the tea and coffee would be nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the ambience of the property and the statement of conditions. We liked the friendliness as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Yoshiko K

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

Excellent stay

Very delicious breakfast with friendly service!! Convenient location for shopping & dining. Room was smaller than we thought but very clean. We’ll stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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Love this property. It was everything we hoped for and more!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked how you could use the verandahs to sit during the day.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
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8/10 Good

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We liked the location, common areas, balcony and the great breakfast. We didn’t like the tiny room and bed
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022