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Moonlight Bay Apartments

4.0 star property
4-star apartment near Rye Beach

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A swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with a building in the background.
Flat-screen TV, DVD player
Coffee/tea maker, full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop
Iron/ironing board (on request), cribs (surcharge), WiFi (free)
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Barbecue grill

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4 Napier Street, Rye, VIC, 3941
  • Place, Rye Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Peninsula Hot Springs
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, The Dunes Golf Links
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪108 min drive‬

Room options

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A modern bathroom with a shower, toilet, and sink.

King Spa Studio

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board (on request), cribs (surcharge), WiFi (free)

1 Bedroom Apartment

  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a television in a corner.

2 Bedroom Apartment (2 Night Min)

  • 603 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a television in a corner.

2 Bedroom Apartment

  • 603 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bathroom with a shower, toilet, and sink.

King Spa Studio (3 Night Min)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a television in a corner.

2 Bedroom Apartment (3 Night Min)

  • 603 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for King Spa Studio (2 Night Min)

A modern bathroom with a shower, toilet, and sink.

King Spa Studio (2 Night Min)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board (on request), cribs (surcharge), WiFi (free)

1 Bedroom Apartment (3 Night Min)

  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board (on request), cribs (surcharge), WiFi (free)

1 Bedroom Apartment (2 Night Min)

  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board (on request), cribs (surcharge), WiFi (free)

Premium Studio, 1 King Bed

  • 645 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board (on request), cribs (surcharge), WiFi (free)

Premium Spa Studio (2 Nights Min)

  • 645 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board (on request), cribs (surcharge), WiFi (free)

Premium Spa Studio (3 Nights Min)

  • 645 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Rye stay.A stay at this Rye apartment places you within half a mile (1 km) of Rye Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of The Dunes Golf Links. Peninsula Hot Springs and Searoad Ferry Terminal are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Rye Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Peninsula Hot Springs - 7 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Sorrento Front Beach - 8 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • National Golf Club - 12 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • The Dunes Golf Links - 13 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪3941 Takeaway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hunter Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Peninsula Pantry - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hector's Seafoods - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sea Store Beach Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Moonlight Bay Apartments

4-star apartment near Rye Beach
Moonlight Bay Apartments offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Melbourne apartment is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Moonlight Bay Apartments offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Sandy beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Family friendly

  • Crib: AUD 10 per night

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 17 units
  • 2 floors

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 16 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during May, June, July, August, and September:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per night.

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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 16 and up; guests must have received their complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in September and close in April.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Moonlight Bay Apartments to the airport?

Moonlight Bay Apartments is 88.1 mi (109-min drive) away from the Avalon Airport (AVV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Moonlight Bay Apartments?

As of Jul 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Moonlight Bay Apartments on Jul 30, 2026 start from $109, 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 Moonlight Bay Apartments have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Moonlight Bay Apartments.

How close is Moonlight Bay Apartments to the beach?

This apartment is a short 2-minute walk from Rye Beach and 2.2 mi (4-min drive) from Saint Johns Wood Road Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Moonlight Bay Apartments offer free breakfast?

Moonlight Bay Apartments does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Moonlight Bay Apartments?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Moonlight Bay Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Moonlight Bay Apartments?

This apartment offers free self parking.

Does Moonlight Bay Apartments have a pool?

Moonlight Bay Apartments features an outdoor pool.

Does Moonlight Bay Apartments have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Moonlight Bay Apartments to downtown Melbourne?

Moonlight Bay Apartments is 39.1 mi away from Melbourne.

Moonlight Bay Apartments Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 220 out of 353 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 353 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 353 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 353 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 353 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Tauree

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location - we would stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Junyoung

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Fantastic and enjoyed staying.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tommy

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Parking was easy and facilities were all clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Room was clean very comfortable bed and fluffy towels
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Boris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Great location, friendly staff, clean, smart tv with all the apps that you need
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nath

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful accomodation, spacious rooms, comfortable beds and cozy atmosphere. I was particularly fond of the option to borrow a dvd from the reception desk, it suited the beachside aesthetic and made the trip feel especially nostalgic. Staff were warm and lovely and the pool was exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication
Reception very hard to understand. Booked a one apartment but had no table or chairs to eat from, only a breakfast bar. Property is situated very close to all amenities in Rye.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay \, near to restaurants and a very short walk to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Always a fantastic time staying at the moonlight
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice and clean accommodation, close to beach, pier and shops
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Enjoyed the stay, great value for money, will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
a very clean and tidy place
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ambroscia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful space
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfortable, well laid out, nice pool, good amenities, very close to beach and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jarryd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely enjoyed my stay here, will definitely stay here again in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay, perfect space friendly staff. Close to everything and onsite parking was so helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miki

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent experience and the rooms were extremely clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher Noel Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great place

It was very convenient to all amenities beach restaurants clubs and friendly staff
Beautiful beach
Beautiful beach
Know as the local
Hotel name
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jarryd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I’ve stayed here twice now and both times been very satisfactory
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and the pool area was well kept.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lidija

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place. Very clean. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norm

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent conditions friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our 3rd time stay at the moonlight bay apartments and have always been happy, with location and above all cleanliness. Definitely will stay again on my next stay at Rye.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Walking distance to beach, eateries shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

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