Name: Captains Retreat Apartments and Cottages
Address: 2 Ferguson St, 3016 Williamstown, Australia, 2 Ferguson St, Victoria, 3016, Australia
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $156 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.0

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Captains Retreat Apartments and Cottages

2 Ferguson St, 3016 Williamstown, Australia – Excellent location – show map

Apartments
Kitchen
City view
Garden
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Balcony
Free parking
Bathtub
Air conditioning

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Offering Rooms, Suites, Apartments & Cottages (many with water views). Captains Retreat Apartments and Cottages offers a variety of delightful, boutique-style accommodations options in Williamstown. Most of the accommodations options are just a few minutes' walk from the Waterfront, busy Nelson Place restaurant area and the shops on Ferguson Street and Douglas Parade. Half of the options have water views. You can choose from: 1) Rooms or Suites in the large heritage Victorian style house. 2) Apartments and Cottages (also in Williamstown - either directly opposite or a 2-5 minute drive). Captains Retreat boutique accommodations are either: a) ROOMS & SUITES in the lovely, large, heritage, Victorian-style house. All rooms and suites have private bathrooms, flat screen TV's and some rooms and suites also have fireplaces and spa baths. b) refurbished APARTMENTS and COTTAGES feature stylish décor and some of the apartments offer waterfront views. Captains Retreat is located a 6-minute walk from Gem Pier and a 15-minute walk from Williamstown beach. It is a 15 minute drive from Melbourne city, a 20-minute drive from St Kilda and a 25-minute drive from Melbourne Airport. All Captains Retreat venues offer free WiFi. Luggage storage services are also available. We can also arrange airport chauffeur service if you wish.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

FREE parking!

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Accommodation Type

Number of guests

Nelson Room (Ensuite)

1 queen bed

Lysander Room (Ensuite)

1 queen bed

Corsair Room (Spa Ensuite)

1 queen bed

Britannica Room (Spa Ensuite)

1 queen bed

Captains Suite (Spa Ensuite)

1 queen bed

Bay View Apartment 4 - One Bedroom

1 queen bed

Bay View Apartment 4 - Two Bedroom

Bedroom 1:

1 full bed

Bedroom 2:

2 twin beds

Admirals View Apartment 4 - Two Bedroom

Bedroom 1:

1 queen bed

Bedroom 2:

1 full bed

Admirals View Apartment 4 - One Bedroom

1 queen bed

Endeavor Room (Ensuite)

1 queen bed

Bay View Apartment 4 - Three Bedroom

Bedroom 1:

1 queen bed

Bedroom 2:

1 queen bed

Bedroom 3:

1 twin bed

Stephanies Courtyard Apartment - One Bedroom And Mezzanine Room

1 queen bed

Bay View Apartment 1 - One Bedroom

1 full bed

Bay View Apartment 3 - One Bedroom

1 full bed

Bay View Apartment 3 - Two Bedroom

Bedroom 1:

2 twin beds

Bedroom 2:

1 full bed

Bay View Apartment 1 - Two Bedroom

Bedroom 1:

1 queen bed

Bedroom 2:

1 queen bed

Bay View Penthouse 2 - 4 bedroom

Bedroom 1:

1 twin bed

Bedroom 2:

1 king bed

Bedroom 3:

1 queen bed

Bedroom 4:

2 twin beds

Bay View Penthouse 2 - 3 bedroom

Bedroom 1:

1 king bed

Bedroom 2:

1 queen bed

Bedroom 3:

2 twin beds

Bay View Penthouse 2 - 2 bedroom

Bedroom 1:

1 king bed

Bedroom 2:

1 queen bed

Bay View Penthouse 2 - 1 bedroom

1 king bed

One-Bedroom Townhouse- Waters Edge

1 king bed

Two-Bedroom Townhouse - Waters Edge

Bedroom 1:

1 queen bed

Bedroom 2:

1 king bed

Garden View Apartment 1 - One Bedroom

Bedroom :

1 queen bed

Living room:

1 sofa bed

Garden View Apartment 1 - Two Bedroom

Bedroom 1:

1 queen bed

Bedroom 2:

2 twin beds

Yacht View Apartment - 1 Bedroom

1 king bed

Yacht View Apartment - 2 Bedroom

Bedroom 1:

1 king bed

Bedroom 2:

1 queen bed

Yacht View Apartment - 3 Bedroom

Bedroom 1:

1 king bed

Bedroom 2:

1 queen bed

Bedroom 3:

3 queen beds

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff

9.5

Facilities

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.4

Value for money

8.9

Location

9.5

Free WiFi

8.4

See what guests loved the most:

Gary
United Kingdom
“Fantastic and spacious, wish we had been stopping for Longer”
Claire
Australia
“Fantastic location, charming apartment, very comfortable beds.”
Libby
Australia
“The breakfast basket was great, just not to our personal taste. Thanks for the effort. We appreciate it.”
Greg
Australia
“Melissa provided a 'help yourself' breakfast. Cereal, yoghurt and toast. Which was perfect.”
Michael
Australia
“One bedroom apartment was excellent. Well presented, clean and great location for a stay in Williamstown.”
Nigel
Australia
“fabulous location, view and facilities. very spacious living area and comfortable bed.”
Claudia
Australia
“Cosy and lovely accomodation in the heart of the town with city views.”
Toni
Australia
“Location was great and the architecture was gorgeous”
Tamille
Australia
“Everything. Proximity to all cafes the waterfront and resturants was perfect. Loved the decor and the style. So beautiful.”
Laura
Australia
“Comfortable room, grand old property with tranquil garden area to enjoy. Location is great and situated right next to the pier, also close to shops, restaurants and transport.”

Hosted by Captains Retreat - Rooms, Apartments and Cottages.

9.5

Host Review Score

Captains Retreat - Rooms, Apartments and Cottages.

Multi-award winning Captains Retreat Apartments & Cottages offers a variety of stylish, boutique accommodation - all in Williamstown and most within metres of the waterfront, shops, restaurants & yacht clubs. Choose between: IN THE BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED, LARGE VICTORIAN HOUSE option 1) The Captains Spa suite - private balcony, separate private lounge area, bay window, ensuite with double shower & spa bath. option 2) Corsair Spa Room - gas fire in bedroom, fire mantle in ensuite with spa bath. option 3) Endeavour Room - smallest & newest room with small ensuite bathroom. Guests have access to the garden & Britannica lounge, where guests are welcome to help themselves to tea, coffee, muscat & biscuits either sitting near the open fire or in the bay window. We've had to make some changes in line with world events and therefore can no longer provide a cooked breakfast, so our tariffs have been adjusted accordingly. There are numerous great breakfast cafes and restaurants nearby. IN SELF CONTAINED APARTMENTS AROUND WILLIAMSTOWN * options 4-8) A selection of 1-3 bedroom apartments (some with water views). These include a breakfast basket for the first day of stay.

Whether you need a bed for the night or are looking for a memorable stay experience we can help you. Most of our guests during the week are corporates who like the fact that we offer something that feels a bit more like home than your typical corporate hotel. Our weekend guests are usually couples looking for a relaxing weekends away with a nice meal in one of our many local restaurants. And then we have our travellers who, like both the corporates and the weekenders, are looking for something that is just a bit different to the usual accommodation venues. We look forward to welcoming you to beautiful, waterside Williamstown. Melissa and the team from Captains Retreat

Enjoy the city views from historic Williamstown by the water, just minutes from the CBD and offering the best of bayside with a western edge. Wayfarers and seafarers Sit back and relax in a cafe or bar along the Williamstown foreshore and soak up the proud maritime history of Williamstown, which was established in 1837 as Melbourne's first port. Visit the fascinating Seaworks precinct and see which inspiring tall ship is visiting. Set sail once a month on the Enterprize, the first vessel to carry European settlers up the Yarra. Visit the Maritime Museum at Gem Pier, and check out the Sea Shepherd when it's in port. The old and the new Explore the diverse range of arts, crafts and other speciality shops around historic Nelson Place. Wander through the monthly craft market and dine out in the waterfront eateries housed in the beautifully restored old buildings with photogenic views of the city skyline. Discover Williamstown's secrets at the intriguing Historical Museum, and get the darker side of historic Williamstown on a nightly ghost tour. Beauty and the beach Enjoy relaxing summer picnics and paddling in the shallows at Williamstown Beach.

Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Captains Retreat Apartments and Cottages
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

House rules

Captains Retreat Apartments and Cottages takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 4 years

Crib upon request

AUD 50 per stay

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa American Express Cash Captains Retreat Apartments and Cottages accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Offering Rooms, Suites, Apartments & Cottages (many with water views).

Please note that for the 'breakfast included' option for apartments and cottages, guests receive a continental breakfast basket for the 1st breakfast on arrival.

Please note that all Captain's Retreat guests must check-in at Captain's Retreat main house, irrespective of which venue they have booked.

Please inform Captains Retreat Apartments and Cottages 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.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Captains Retreat Apartments and Cottages offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Captains Retreat Apartments and Cottages (subject to availability) that have:
- 1 bedroom
- 2 bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.
Check-in at Captains Retreat Apartments and Cottages is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
The nearest beach is 0.7 miles from Captains Retreat Apartments and Cottages. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
The prices at Captains Retreat Apartments and Cottages may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Captains Retreat Apartments and Cottages on this page.
Captains Retreat Apartments and Cottages is 650 feet from the center of Williamstown. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Captains Retreat Apartments and Cottages (subject to availability) that can accommodate:
- 2 guests
- 4 guests
- 5 guests
- 6 guests
- 7 guests
For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.
Yes, Captains Retreat Apartments and Cottages is popular with guests booking family stays.

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