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Cape Nelson Lighthouse

4.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Portland West inn

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

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119 Cape Nelson Lighthouse Road, Portland West, VIC, 3305
  • Cape Nelson Lighthouse
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Cape Nelson State Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Nelson Bay Coastal Reserve
    ‪8 min drive‬

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Sunrise Cottage - 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Plasma TV, DVD player

Sunset Cottage - 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Sunrise Cottage - 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Sunset Cottage - 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Head Keepers Cottage - 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Annex Cottage - 1 Bedroom | Living area | Plasma TV, DVD player

Annex Cottage - 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Caretakers Cottage - 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Caretakers Cottage - 2 Bedrooms

  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Caretakers Cottage - 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Plasma TV, DVD player

Head Keepers Cottage -2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Portland West

Oceanside stay.Your stay at this inn will put you steps from Cape Nelson Lighthouse and a 5-minute walk from Cape Nelson State Park. Portland H46 Bushland Reserve and Portland H47 Bushland Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cape Nelson Lighthouse - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cape Nelson State Park - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles
  • Nelson Bay Coastal Reserve - 8 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Fawthrop Lagoon - 15 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Great South West Walk - 15 min drive - 9.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Portland Fish 'N' Chips - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Portland Rsl Memorial Bowling Club - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Indian Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Club Bistro & Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Edgar Street Pizza - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Cape Nelson Lighthouse

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Portland West inn
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Cape Nelson Lighthouse. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Portland West inn is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1884
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Cape Nelson Lighthouse offers 2 accommodations with washers/dryers and DVD players. Accommodations at this 4-star inn have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Portland West inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Plasma televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and coffee/tea makers.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Separate bedroom

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Weekend cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: AUD 5 to 18 per person
  • A restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Plasma TV with cable channels

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Check-in for this property is based at the Quality Hotel Bentinck (Macs Hotel), located on the corner of Gawler St and Bentinck St in Portland in a 3-story bluestone building. Guests should enter via Gawler St and proceed to reception. Phone reception at the lighthouse is limited.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 5 to 18 per person

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 accepts Visa and Mastercard.

Property is also known as

Cape Nelson Lighthouse
Cape Nelson Lighthouse Inn
Cape Nelson Lighthouse Inn Portland West
Cape Nelson Lighthouse Portland West
Cape Nelson Lighthouse Inn
Cape Nelson Lighthouse Portland West
Cape Nelson Lighthouse Inn Portland West

Frequently asked questions

Does Cape Nelson Lighthouse have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Cape Nelson Lighthouse.

How much does it cost to stay at Cape Nelson Lighthouse?

As of Jul 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cape Nelson Lighthouse on Jul 16, 2025 start from $140.49, excluding 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.

How close is Cape Nelson Lighthouse to the beach?

This inn is 5.1 mi (13-min drive) from Bridgewater Bay Beach and 8.9 mi (17-min drive) from Nuns Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Cape Nelson Lighthouse offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Cape Nelson Lighthouse, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between AUD 5 and 18 per person.

Is there a casino at Cape Nelson Lighthouse?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at Cape Nelson Lighthouse?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Cape Nelson Lighthouse?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does Cape Nelson Lighthouse have a pool?

Cape Nelson Lighthouse does not have a pool.

Does Cape Nelson Lighthouse have a restaurant?

Cape Nelson Lighthouse is home to Isabellas Cafe, which features Regional cuisine.

Does Cape Nelson Lighthouse have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is Cape Nelson Lighthouse to downtown Portland West?

Cape Nelson Lighthouse is 6.2 mi away from Portland West.

Cape Nelson Lighthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 200 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 200 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 200 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 200 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 200 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a beautiful location, isolated, quiet and with nature all around. Yje sunset and sunrise were amazing. All facilities were excellent and we hope to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

suzanne

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is an awesome property, beautiful views and close enough to Portland for eating options and shops. The head lighthouse keepers cottage has a spa which we didn't realise so that was a nice suprise!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing!! A lighthouse right in the yard!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The remote setting & great facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Watif never book wotif notifications inadequate
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a very unique property as it is an older caretaker cottage for the lighthouse at Cape Nelson. That being said, the hiking trails around are amazing and the views are spectacular, you are quite literally steps from an ocean overlook. It is a bit far from town and services but if you plan ahead there is a BBQ and complete cooking facilities to do on your own. The property is older but overall very well kept and at night it is SO quiet. The TV is older and did not have an antenna hooked up, something was wrong with the connection but hopefully easily fixed. There is a DVD player with a library of choices. Overall - very fun place to stay !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clarence

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views of the ocean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view fantastic hot tub a bonus private beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Fionna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A stunning location, easy check-in, great walks in the area. Comfortable bed and well-equipped.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful accommodation in an amazing location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

June

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property in a fabulous location. We loved the Head Keeper’s cottage; the older style, high ceilings, tasteful decor and comprehensive amenities. It was wonderful that breakfast items were provided - the eggs were delicious! The property was very comfortable and homely, we only wish we were staying more than one night!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful serene setting in historic cottage. Great sunrises and sunsets and walks. Well provisioned for breakfast and self cooking. Luxurious bathroom!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Shining Light

Great stay to get away from it all. Need to bring own supplies to save driving back to Portland.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

glenn

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

Beautiful stay

This was an amazing stay with a very generous breakfast supply. Great space, very roomy. Amazing sunrise and sunset.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This location is fabulous! A little remote but still close enough to town. Incredible wildlife to be seen and beautiful wild views
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this place is beautiful! Stunning scenery, amazing accommodation, clean spacious, well serviced with comfortable beds. The included breakfast was a lovely bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable stay Very quiet location with good views
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Different and wild
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

Put a lighthouse stay on your bucket list

We were fortunate enough to stay in the Sunrise Cottage for two nights. The cottage is absolutely brilliant. Well maintained, restored to perfection and welcoming. The bedroom's are spacious and comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked with provisions. The grounds are spacious and being right next to the lighthouse which is spectacular at night. Overall if you can book this property, it is really worthwhile and will provide a very memorable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice accommodation with great view
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was perfect! It was a good distance from town so we could have some peace and quiet in nature, but not too far so we could go out to eat. Really beautiful and unique location. The cottage had everything we needed - linen, towels, tea, coffee, cooking oil etc. Very well set up
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021