Stay in Red Hill for wine country, Sorrento for beach and village life, and Flinders for a quieter stay. Visit Mornington Peninsula lists bed and breakfasts from intimate cottages to luxury self-contained options in Red Hill, Sorrento, Rye, Mount Martha, Flinders and Mornington.
Red Hill for wine country
Red Hill is the Peninsula's cool-climate wine area. Travel guides list Lancemore Lindenderry Red Hill (a 40-room hotel across 14 hectares of gardens and vineyard), Polperro Farmhouse and Port Phillip Estate, which combines a winery with accommodation. Lakeside Villas at Crittenden Estate and Graceburn House are other vineyard-based options.
Sorrento for beach and village life
Sorrento has larger properties. The InterContinental Sorrento Mornington Peninsula is about 700 metres from the front beach. Hotel Sorrento dates from 1872. Sorrento Beach Motel is a budget option.
Flinders for a slower pace
Flinders has the boutique Flinders Hotel and Flinders Cove Motel. Visit Melbourne describes the Westernport villages of Flinders and Balnarring as places to slow down.
Mornington, Rye and Mount Martha
Bed and breakfasts and motels are available around Mornington, Rye and Mount Martha. Visit Mornington Peninsula describes its range as from cottages to luxury self-contained stays.
Wellness and resort stays
Peppers Moonah Links Resort and the InterContinental Sorrento are the resorts guides cite most often. Peninsula Hot Springs and Alba Thermal Springs and Spa also run on the Peninsula, and Visit Mornington Peninsula features both. Check each site for stay packages.
Match the stay to your plan
- Wine tasting: Red Hill.
- Beach days and a pier walk: Sorrento or Rye.
- Coastal walks and quiet: Flinders.
- Hot springs: book the bathing first, then choose a base within driving distance.
What this guide cannot say
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Questions people ask next
Where should I stay for the hot springs?
Peninsula Hot Springs lists hotels and motels on its own website. Check it for options.
When should I book?
Hot springs ask for bookings on weekends and peak holidays. Victorian school holidays run from 21 December 2026 to 27 January 2027, so book early if you travel then.
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