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Cape Nelson Lighthouse

4.0 star property
Inn in Portland West with free parking

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Sunrise Cottage - 1 Bedroom | Living area | Plasma TV, DVD player
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Perched on the ocean, Cape Nelson Lighthouse offers a serene retreat with a charming Regional cuisine café, Isabellas Cafe. Unwind in the garden or take advantage of laundry facilities and tour assistance.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is SAR 463
SAR 602 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep

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Sunrise Cottage - 1 Bedroom

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Patio
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Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
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Plasma TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Sunset Cottage - 1 Bedroom

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Patio
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Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Sunrise Cottage - 2 Bedrooms

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Patio
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Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Sunset Cottage - 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Head Keepers Cottage - 1 Bedroom

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Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 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

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Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
  • 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

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Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
Washer/dryer
2 bedrooms
  • 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
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
Washer/dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Plasma TV, DVD player

Head Keepers Cottage -2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
Washer/dryer
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Portland West, Cape Nelson Lighthouse is in a rural area and by the ocean. Portland Cable Tram Depot Museum and Portland Arts Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Cape Nelson Lighthouse and Cape Nelson State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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119 Cape Nelson Lighthouse Road, Portland West, VIC, 3305

What's nearby

  • Cape Nelson Lighthouse - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cape Nelson State Park - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Nelson Bay Coastal Reserve - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Powerhouse Motor & Car Museum - 15 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Portland Golf Club - 16 min drive - 16.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Portland Fish N Chips - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Isabella's Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪gordon hotel - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Short Street Takeaway - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Cape Nelson Lighthouse

Upscale inn by the ocean
Consider a stay at Cape Nelson Lighthouse and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. The on-site Regional cuisine café, Isabellas Cafe, offers breakfast and lunch. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this inn include:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), RV/bus/truck parking, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Barbecue grills and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Cape Nelson Lighthouse feature perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and espresso makers.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Plasma TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Kitchens, full-sized refrigerators/freezers, and dishwashers

Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Isabellas Cafe

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • Terrace

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1884
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Plasma TV with cable channels

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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

Is Cape Nelson Lighthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cape Nelson Lighthouse?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cape Nelson Lighthouse?

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

What time is check-out at Cape Nelson Lighthouse?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Cape Nelson Lighthouse located?

Situated by the ocean, this inn is steps from Cape Nelson State Park and Cape Nelson Lighthouse. Portland H46 Bushland Reserve and Portland H47 Bushland Reserve are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Cape Nelson Lighthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 203 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 203 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 203 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 203 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 203 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

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

10/10 Excellent

Christina

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

Martin

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

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

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

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

Clarence

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

Nicola

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

10/10 Excellent

Eve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The idea of staying in the lighthouse cottages appealed. The Caretakers cottage was not as old as the others but suited us as a couple with just the one bedroom in use. Everything was there that you needed with the heater keeping the place cosy. Cereal, eggs, bacon etc were provided for breakfast. The TV reception was poor, maybe due to the wind and maybe this was keeping the animals away as we only saw one kangaroo and no wombats despite the copious poo ! Would have loved to stay another night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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

Elizabeth

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

10/10 Excellent

Emma

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

June

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

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

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our 2 night stay in the Head Keeper’s cottage. Number 4. We felt very comfortable as soon as we walked through the door, and the breakfast provisions left were very welcome. It was very clean and we felt that all our needs were met. Walks at your doorstep, kangaroos visiting and lovely photo opportunities. We would not hesitate to recommend this property. The open fire was very cosy. We could have used a little more wood but we easily grabbed a bag from IGA to get through the second night. Overall, a lovely two days. Thankyou.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan B., Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Caretaker Cottage at the lighthouse

It's an amazing property with breath taking views. Rob and his wife took great care of us during our stay and made it memorable. The kitchen is well equipped and the place is spacious and well appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

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

David

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

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful restoration work of a lovely old building. So peaceful, no traffic noises. Visiting kangaroos didn’t make any noise. Pity didn’t get the chance to have a tour of the lighthouse, but that was due to our time constraints. Excellent short stay. 🙂
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the Cape Nelson Lighthouse Cottage was excellent! The facilities were top-notch, and the location was absolutely beautiful, with easy access to stunning walking tracks. We loved watching kangaroos and wallabies right outside the cottage — such a unique experience. Breakfast was delicious and a perfect start to each day. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a peaceful and memorable getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely location with wonderful views. Handy also to Portland and Cape Bridgewater. It was very special staying in a former Assistant Lighthouse Keeper's house. The standard of accommodation was fine but not five star. Breakfast goodies were welcome. Our host did his absolute best to sort a television reception problem at the start of our stay, even smoothing the way with a bottle of bubbly!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

suzanne

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025