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The Esplanade Resort and Spa

4.5 star property
4.5-star beachfront hotel with spa

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Penthouse, 4 Bedrooms | In-room dining
Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Exterior detail
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Premium Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 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

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Deluxe Three Bedroom Apartment | Living area | Flat-screen TV

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
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 915 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Three Bedroom Apartment

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

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Balcony view

Standard Two Bedroom Apartment

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 915 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard One Bedroom Apartment

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

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Three Bedroom Residence | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Three Bedroom Residence

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

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Penthouse, 4 Bedrooms | Living area | Flat-screen TV

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
  • Free WiFi

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Flat-screen TV

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
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Three Bedroom Apartment | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Standard Three Bedroom Apartment

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

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Twin Room

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

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Flat-screen TV

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Flat-screen TV

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

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

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Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

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

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Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Premium Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

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

About the neighborhood

Lakes Entrance

Beachfront retreat .With a stay at this Lakes Entrance hotel, you'll be steps from Lakes Entrance Visitor Information Centre and a 5-minute walk from Griffith's Sea Shell Museum and Marine Display. Lake King and Bullock Island are also within half a mile (1 km).

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 - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Lakes Entrance Lookout - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Main Beach - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Restaurants

  • ‪Sodafish - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Timbers Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nicks Thai - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Funkey Monkey Cafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Esplanade Resort and Spa

4.5-star beachfront hotel with spa
The Esplanade Resort and Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the luxury The Esplanade Resort and Spa. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Lakes Entrance hotel is smoke free.

  • 134 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 2004
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Esplanade Resort and Spa offers 134 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains.

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

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

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

Things to do

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

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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 may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • 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

How close is The Esplanade Resort and Spa to the airport?

The Esplanade Resort and Spa is 209.7 mi (241-min drive) away from the Melbourne Airport (MEL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Esplanade Resort and Spa on Jun 19, 2026 start from $165, including 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.

Does The Esplanade Resort and Spa have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Esplanade Resort and Spa.

How close is The Esplanade Resort and Spa to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Esplanade Resort and Spa offer free breakfast?

The Esplanade Resort and Spa does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Esplanade Resort and Spa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Esplanade Resort and Spa?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Esplanade Resort and Spa?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Esplanade Resort and Spa have a pool?

The Esplanade Resort and Spa features an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Does The Esplanade Resort and Spa have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Esplanade Resort and Spa have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Illuka Massage and Beauty, where you can enjoy massages, aromatherapy, and facials.

How close is The Esplanade Resort and Spa to downtown Lakes Entrance?

The Esplanade Resort and Spa is 2.5 mi away from Lakes Entrance.

The Esplanade Resort and Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 511 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 322 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 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

Verified

10/10 Excellent

qi Feng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location and nice room with lakes view
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, nice view. Good food at restaurant & lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The view and location were very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and comfortable and although we didnt have much interaction with the staff all seemed polite but just doing there job
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jacoba

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything very clean. Bed comfortable. Staff friendly and helpful. Kitchen had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Resort style pool and nice gardens
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Judith

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
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort is in very good location.Staff very friendly and helpfull.Pool indoor is exellent for any weather,we did not use ooutdoor one.Spa very relaxing.Meals are delicious ,big portions also served very fast.Good car park with plenty of available places.Shower next to the pool would be good idea to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ravinesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was great, nice atomsphere and good location with nice views from level 3.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Sandrine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is really nice. Needs a bit of TLC and maintenance in some areas. One of the ladies at the front desk is not that friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

BRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was fantastic but heats up during the day.by the afternoon sun. Location was brilliant and loved our small walks down the Esplanade. I would have loved a small aircon in the bedroom and a firmer mattress. Pool and restaurant are also great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good apartments, good size. Nice rooms and views.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Jana

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay…the apartment was spacious,but probably a bit dated.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice spacious apartment, clean room
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Graham

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
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10/10 Excellent

Leisa

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
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6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is extremely expensive for what you get, an extremely small room, no breakfast facilities, the bar closes before 9:00pm on a Saturday. I would find alternate accommodation next time I am in Lakes Entrance
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Francinet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in a nice town. Apartment was more than convenient for 4 people. Carpets might appreciate to be cleaned.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we had a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, safe and excellent ammenities. Ocean view is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a good resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for the whole family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025