Name: Cape Otway Lightstation
Address: Otway Lighthouse Road, 3233 Cape Otway, Australia, Otway Lighthouse Road, Victoria, 3233, Australia
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $205 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.9

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Guesthouse Cape Otway Lightstation

Otway Lighthouse Road, 3233 Cape Otway, Australia – Excellent location – show map

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This place is absolutely beautiful!! The people here were very friendly and kind and made our stay very lovely. The property is very well maintained and offers stunning views. We would highly suggest this location to anyone who is looking for a relaxing escape with a hint of adventure!! 10/10!

Martin

United States of America

I didn’t realize how remote the lighthouse was from the nearest town. Eating out is not a good option so be sure to bring food for dinner. Breakfast is no problem as the Lighthouse Cafe is full of scrumptious items for breakfast and great WiFi service too! After a self-guided tour, there is plenty of time to relax and have a bit of reading. Very peaceful there and fascinating history. Read all of the plaques!

Pam

United States of America

Unique historical building, helpful and friendly staff. Once the grounds close and the staff goes home you pretty much have the entire property to yourself from 5pm to 9am.

Ursula

United States of America

Amazing location right next to the Lighthouse. You can walk the grounds after hours. We saw a few kangaroos and even whales in the distance. Rooms are in old heritage buildings. Our room had a fireplace, convenient given the outside cold. Koala spotting on the road leading to the Lighthouse. Unique location.

Tom

Thailand

Staying in the old nostalgic light house keepers house

Peter

Australia

Waking up to a rainbow over the lighthouse was beautiful.

Sharaye

Australia

A beautiful location close to the cliffs at the Cape Otway Lighthouse. Warm log fire, tasteful furniture and a well-maintained, clean space.

Gary

Australia

We stayed in the Lightkeepers B&B accomm and it was quite spacious for the two of us and will comfortably house 4-6 people. Location is stunning, we had the lighthouse in our window view and the starry sky at night was spectacular as well as sunrise. We also came across a few wallabies onsite and a few native birds. Instructions are clear - the location is quite remote so make sure to bring your own food if coming after the cafe closes and be careful driving at dusk or in the dark, we had a couple of rabbits dash in front of our car at night.

Nazia

Australia

fantastic location, friendly staff - would love to come again

Bernd

Australia

A magical accommodation near the lighthouse. It has been maintained to be the same as it originally was years ago.

Jody

Australia

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What guests loved the most:
“This place is absolutely beautiful!! The people here were very friendly and kind and made our stay very lovely. The property is very well maintained and offers stunning views.”

Martin United States of America
“I didn’t realize how remote the lighthouse was from the nearest town. Eating out is not a good option so be sure to bring food for dinner.”

Pam United States of America
“Unique historical building, helpful and friendly staff. Once the grounds close and the staff goes home you pretty much have the entire property to yourself from 5pm to 9am.”

Ursula United States of America
“Amazing location right next to the Lighthouse. You can walk the grounds after hours. We saw a few kangaroos and even whales in the distance. Rooms are in old heritage buildings.”

Tom Thailand
“Staying in the old nostalgic light house keepers house”

Peter Australia
“Waking up to a rainbow over the lighthouse was beautiful.”

Sharaye Australia
“A beautiful location close to the cliffs at the Cape Otway Lighthouse. Warm log fire, tasteful furniture and a well-maintained, clean space.”

Gary Australia
“We stayed in the Lightkeepers B&B accomm and it was quite spacious for the two of us and will comfortably house 4-6 people.”

Nazia Australia
“fantastic location, friendly staff - would love to come again”

Bernd Australia
“A magical accommodation near the lighthouse. It has been maintained to be the same as it originally was years ago.”

Jody Australia

Located on an 1848 historical site, just off the Great Ocean Road and 38 minutes' drive from Apollo Bay, Cape Otway Lightstation features stunning views of the Southern Ocean.

Cape Otway Lightstation offers a variety of accommodations options, including the Lightkeepter's B&B suites or the fully self-contained Lighthouse Lodge. The Lightstation Studio has stunning views of the light station from your room.

The houses have have fully equipped kitchens and wood fireplaces, while the B&B suites and the studio each have a bar fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster, crockery and cutlery.

For your convenience, evening meals and lunch packs can be requests at an additional charge. There is a fully licensed cafe open from 09:00-16:30.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Max adults: 8. Max children: 3	Two-Bedroom House Bedroom 1: 1 king bed and 1 bunk bed Bedroom 2: 1 king bed and 2 bunk beds
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Max adults: 5. Max children: 3	Two-Bedroom Suite - Lightkeeper's B&B Suite Bedroom 1: 1 king bed Bedroom 2: 1 king bed and 2 bunk beds
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Max adults: 2. Max children: 1	King Studio - Lightstation Studio 1 king bed
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Max adults: 9. Max children: 3	Four-Bedroom House - Lighthouse Lodge Bedroom 1: 1 king bed Bedroom 2: 2 bunk beds Bedroom 3: 2 bunk beds Bedroom 4: 1 king bed
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Escape to Cape Otway Lightstation and enjoy the slow paced life experiencing the tranquillity of a world-class destination, with stunning views of the Southern Ocean and Australia’s most important lighthouse. We offer a variety of accommodation including the Lightkeeper’s B&B (great for a short getaway) or our fully self contained Lighthouse Lodge (excellent for larger groups). Our brand new Lightstation Studio is great for a romantic weekend away with stunning views of the Lightstation from you room. Property features include full kitchens and wood fires in the houses; B&B suites and the Studio have a bar fridge, microwave, kettle & toaster, crockery & cutlery. Historic Lightstation Precinct activities & a fully licensed Café available from 9am - 4pm. Stay for a day or for a week to experience the highlights of Cape Otway, the Great Ocean Road, Twelve Apostles and the iconic Great Ocean Walk,

Be a part of real living history, step back in time to experience life in the 1800's at the Lightstation. Explore the iconic Great Ocean Walk, directly on our doorstep.

Once the sun begins to go down you truely see the real Cape Otway. Wallbies, Koalas & Kangaroo's can be often seen roaming the site so keep and eye out for these wild animals in there native habitat.

Languages spoken: English

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Johanna Beach
9.6 miles

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Casalingo Restaurant Cafe/Bar
18.6 miles
Foodworks Apollo Bay Supermarket
18.6 miles

All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

What Travelers Love About This Location

“fantastic location, friendly staff - would love to come again”

Bernd

Australia

9.0

“A magical accommodation near the lighthouse. It has been maintained to be the same as it originally was years ago. ”

Jody

Australia

“Very well equipped, comfortable studio with the best views of the lighthouse! We were lucky to be there on a clear night and the stars are amazing to see as the...”

Audrey

United Kingdom

9.1

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1 Restaurant On Site

Lightkeeper's Cafe

Food: Australian

Open for: Brunch, Lunch, High tea

Menu: Buffet & À La Carte

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3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 2 and above are considered adults at this property.

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There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

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Smoking is not allowed.

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Parties/events are not allowed

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Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Please note that the Otway National Park and Cape Otway area have limited mobile reception for some networks. For more information, please contact the property using the contact details found on the booking form.

Please note that Cape Otway Lightstation does not accept payments with American Express credit cards.

Please inform Cape Otway Lightstation of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

“This place is absolutely beautiful!! The people here were very friendly and kind and made our stay very lovely. The property is very well maintained and offers stunning views. We would highly suggest this location to anyone who is looking for a relaxing escape with a hint of adventure!! 10/10!”

“I didn’t realize how remote the lighthouse was from the nearest town. Eating out is not a good option so be sure to bring food for dinner. Breakfast is no problem as the Lighthouse Cafe is full of scrumptious items for breakfast and great WiFi service too! After a self-guided tour, there is plenty of time to relax and have a bit of reading. Very peaceful there and fascinating history. Read all of the plaques!”

“Unique historical building, helpful and friendly staff. Once the grounds close and the staff goes home you pretty much have the entire property to yourself from 5pm to 9am. ”

“Amazing location right next to the Lighthouse. You can walk the grounds after hours. We saw a few kangaroos and even whales in the distance. Rooms are in old heritage buildings. Our room had a fireplace, convenient given the outside cold. Koala spotting on the road leading to the Lighthouse. Unique location.”

“We stayed in the Lightkeepers B&B accomm and it was quite spacious for the two of us and will comfortably house 4-6 people. Location is stunning, we had the lighthouse in our window view and the starry sky at night was spectacular as well as sunrise. We also came across a few wallabies onsite and a few native birds. Instructions are clear - the location is quite remote so make sure to bring your own food if coming after the cafe closes and be careful driving at dusk or in the dark, we had a couple of rabbits dash in front of our car at night.”

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Reviewed: January 19, 2020

Bernd
Australia
9.0

“highly recommended”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 2 nights
shower curtain or cubicle missing
fantastic location, friendly staff - would love to come again

Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: January 16, 2020

Jody
Australia

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“A getaway near a lighthouse ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
A magical accommodation near the lighthouse. It has been maintained to be the same as it originally was years ago.

Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: January 13, 2020

Peter
Australia
7.0

“Excellent location for a family overnight stay”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
Not sure really
Excellent location, you need to bring your evening meal. Each unit have its own BBQ.

Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: January 12, 2020

Anonymous
Australia
9.0

“Thoroughly recommend and will stay again”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The unique location, and wildlife was perfect for a stay with overseas visitors!

Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: January 6, 2020

Karoline
Australia

2 helpful votes
4.0

“Not worth your $$$$”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
We were basically trapped inside the area as they closed it off with a gate that had a locked chain. We couldn't drive outside, and there was nothing to do after 17:00. No wifi, no cellular, the DVD player did not work and no other humans miles away. The staff didn't inform us about any of this, and we felt a bit cheated for paying $400 for one night which only included accommodation and nothing else. Would not recommend to anyone.
We had a massive apartment with five bedrooms. A bit much for us as we were a family of six, but great for big companies of groups of friends traveling together. The location itself was beautiful, of course, but the accommodation... Not so much.

Stayed in December 2019
Reviewed: December 29, 2019

Suet
Hong Kong
8.0

“A very special accommodation to stay with along the Great Ocean Road”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The location is quite remote and the room is historic.
The scenery is very good.

Stayed in December 2019
Reviewed: December 14, 2019

Mine
Germany
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing, except for the coldness of the room, but that's why the equipment included a heater on wheels.
We were surprised to have such a lovely breakfast for the next day prepared already. Equipment of room was more than sufficient (heater, water boiler, cuttlery, etc.) We had a direct view on the lighthouse and the room itself was neat.

Stayed in December 2019
Reviewed: December 11, 2019

Jill
Australia
5.0

“Over priced and disappointing when a day trip without accommodation would have provided more.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
Travellers need better amenities in the cottage. There was nowhere to put our bags, no shelf for bathroom things & noise from neighbours came through the walls even though they weren't noisy people. Signs for finding exactly which cottage we had booked were in such small writing it was hard to decipher. We arrived a bit late for the scheduled indigenous talk but were agreeably accommodated and engaged in conversation with the guide until another staff member monopolised his time until we wandered off unnoticed. It would have been great to find out more.
Great location and environment. Spectacular views. Authentic building.

Stayed in December 2019
Reviewed: December 7, 2019

Heather
Australia
8.0

“Great spot”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Cottage was clean and the view was spectacular. Wild and woolly weather, but that was just as we wanted it to be.

Stayed in December 2019
Reviewed: December 3, 2019

Anonymous
China
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No WiFi and no signal
Amazing place. After closing the gate the whole lighthouse will be yours. Perfect room with perfect view.Nice cozy bed. There’s a baby kangaroo jumping around in evening.Do remember to call the hotel before check in if you arrive after 4.

Stayed in December 2019
Reviewed: December 3, 2019

Martin
United States of America

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 2 nights
This place is absolutely beautiful!! The people here were very friendly and kind and made our stay very lovely. The property is very well maintained and offers stunning views. We would highly suggest this location to anyone who is looking for a relaxing escape with a hint of adventure!! 10/10!

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 30, 2019

Pam
United States of America
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It would be nice if the Cafe could stay open an extra hour for some last-minute items needed.
I didn’t realize how remote the lighthouse was from the nearest town. Eating out is not a good option so be sure to bring food for dinner. Breakfast is no problem as the Lighthouse Cafe is full of scrumptious items for breakfast and great WiFi service too! After a self-guided tour, there is plenty of time to relax and have a bit of reading. Very peaceful there and fascinating history. Read all of the plaques!

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 29, 2019

Ursula
United States of America

1 helpful vote
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Unique historical building, helpful and friendly staff. Once the grounds close and the staff goes home you pretty much have the entire property to yourself from 5pm to 9am.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 22, 2019

Audrey
United Kingdom

12 helpful votes
9.2

“Special Night in an Iconic Location”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very well equipped, comfortable studio with the best views of the lighthouse! We were lucky to be there on a clear night and the stars are amazing to see as there is no light pollution. Sunset here was very special. We also saw wallabies and echidna just outside the studio. Once the day visitors have gone at 5pm, you really do have the place to yourself, and although you can’t go in the lighthouse at night, you can still walk round it and wander the grounds to your heart’s content. Entry to the lighthouse during the day is included in the room rate. A breakfast tray, milk and fruit juice is provided as are teas, coffee, hot chocolate and sugar. There is a kettle and toaster and a fridge but no freezer compartment. Everything is spotlessly clean. I loved the selection of books in the studio- all relevant to the Shipwreck coast and the lightstations along it as well as the local area. It is VERY expensive to stay here but you accept at the time of booking that you’re paying for the location. I wouldn’t have missed the experience of spending a night in this unique location while driving the Great Ocean Road. Then, to make this place extra special, there are koalas to be seen in the trees along the approach road but you have to be observant as they are pretty well camouflaged. This is not part of the review of the accommodation but just for info. We visited in November and even then there were loads of flies here, they descended on you the instant you stepped outside and made sitting outside to eat or drink pretty impossible even in a strong wind. Not sure if they’re always an issue or if they’re seasonal... Make sure you take a swatter!

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 21, 2019

Catherine
United Kingdom
9.6

“Amazing sea location”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Can’t say anything here as we loved everything!!
This is just a wonderful place to stay - the location is brilliant for the great ocean path - we saw so many koala and wallabies too ! But by far the most amazing sight was star gazing at night - truly memorable!! Just a brilliant place to stay - great views and so peaceful with a lovely homely place with great facilities and a wood burning fire too ! Can’t recommend this enough - staff were super friendly too - I would highly recommend this place

Stayed in November 2019

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