St. Andrews Beach Travel Guide

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A quiet, beautiful location on the Mornington Peninsula. Close to the big local places such as Sorrento, but far enough away to enjoy your own slice of pure beach bliss!! The sun setting at the start of summer was definitely a winner!

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St Andrews beach is a fair hike from the nearest car park and is generally empty, even on the hottest days of Summer. The signposts warning people from swimming here possibly have something to do with that.

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Our pick of the best St. Andrews Beach Hotel Deals

Last Minute Discount Available! Moonah Ridge Residence - Perfect for groups.

Last Minute Discount Available! Moonah Ridge Residence - Perfect for groups.

St Andrews Beach VIC
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Melbourne. Enjoy private pools, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Peninsula Hot Springs and Saint ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
Good location great space good for the families and friends.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Last Minute Discount Available! Moonah Ridge Residence - Perfect for groups.
Eden Bay Mornington

Eden Bay Mornington

2 out of 5
15 Truemans Rd Capel Sound VIC
The price is AU$98 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
AU$98
8 Apr - 9 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Melbourne. Enjoy free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Peninsula Hot Springs and Tootgarook Wetlands are located ...
6.8/10 (31 reviews)
It was ok for an overnight stay in a comfortable bedroom with 2 bathrooms. Amenities and cleanliness are good. However, i don’t feel secure coz of the glass door & windows. If curtains/blinds are up, you can be seen from outside. No privacy. I can I can also hear the noise from the neighbours . Also, ...

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Eden Bay Mornington
RACV Cape Schanck Resort

RACV Cape Schanck Resort

5 out of 5
Trent Jones Drive Cape Schanck VIC
The price is AU$214 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$214
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (980 reviews)
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Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

RACV Cape Schanck Resort
Mornington Hotel

Mornington Hotel

4 out of 5
917 Nepean Highway Mornington VIC
The price is AU$132 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
AU$132
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (902 reviews)
Good sized room and bathroom. Comfortable king sized bed. Had some cereal and crockery/cutlery. Quiet. Excellent restaurant within complex

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Mornington Hotel
Peppers Moonah Links Resort

Peppers Moonah Links Resort

4 out of 5
55 Peter Thomson Drive Fingal VIC
The price is AU$280 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
AU$280
18 Mar - 19 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Great location and amenities. All round a perfect weekend staycation.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Peppers Moonah Links Resort
Circa 1902 Queenscliff

Circa 1902 Queenscliff

3 out of 5
59 Hesse Street Queenscliff VIC
The price is AU$155 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
AU$155
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Queenscliff. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 meeting rooms and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy beds in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (665 reviews)
Was a good little hotel for a few nights. Quiet, clean and friendly staff , also great location

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Circa 1902 Queenscliff
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Other neighbourhoods around St. Andrews Beach

This unique rock formation can be found at Number 16 Beach in the Mornington Peninsula, which is about an hour and a half drive from Melbourne. Be sure to visit at low tide for the best viewing. #SMDdoesOZ #MorningtonPeninsula #Australia

Rye

Beaches, spas and hot springs are just a few things travellers enjoy about Rye. Check out Rye Beach or The Dunes Golf Links while you're exploring the area.

Rye
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Blairgowrie

Beaches, cafes and spas are some highlights of Blairgowrie. Make a stop by Blairgowrie Beach or Rye Beach while you're exploring.

Blairgowrie
Rosebud which includes a beach

Rosebud

Unique features of Rosebud include the golf courses and hot springs. Make a stop by Rosebud Beach or Arthurs Seat State Park while you're exploring the area.

Rosebud
Sorrento featuring a sandy beach and water sports

Sorrento

Sorrento is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Sorrento Front Beach and Searoad Ferry Terminal.

Sorrento
A big feature of the beaches that line the eastern shorelines of Port Phillip Bay in Victoria are the brightly coloured beach bathing boxes. Mount Martha has some spectacular examples of these curious structures. And there is nothing like a sunset on the beach.

Mount Martha

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Mount Martha. You might want to make time for a stop at Mount Martha Beach South or Fossil Beach Geological Reserve.

Mount Martha
Mornington featuring signage

Mornington

Spas, restaurants and beaches are some highlights of Mornington. Make a stop by Mornington Park or Mornington Country Golf Course while you're exploring.

Mornington


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