Drift House
98 Gipps Street, 3284 Port Fairy, Australia – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.5/10! (score from 50 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Everything. Customer service, comfort, location, privacy, room amenities, breakfast and dinner were all great. Thank you for a lovely weekend.

Offering an outdoor pool and free WiFi, Drift House is located in Port Fairy. Some suites boast a fireplace or bathtub. Set alongside the Moyne River, Drift House is 5 minutes' walk from East Beach. The property is across the road from the Port Fairy-Warrnambool Rail Trail. All suites feature a modern bathroom with a hairdryer and bathrobes. All suites have central heating and air-conditioning. Free parking is included with all accommodation. Drift House is the winner of the 2014 & 2015 'Best Luxury Accommodation category in the Australian Tourism Awards. Drift House is the joint winner of Best Hotel Design in the 2020 Eat Drink Design Awards.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
Drift House has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 9 Dec 2014.- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
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See what guests loved the most:
- Diana
Australia
“Everything. Customer service, comfort, location, privacy, room amenities, breakfast and dinner were all great. Thank you for a lovely weekend.” - Monica
Australia
“I stay at this place on a regular basis and Colleen and he staff are very accomodating. LOve this place. it is stunning and the attention to detail is exceptional.” - Corey
Australia
“The location was fantastic. The room was everything we wanted and more. We went to the restaurant on site and the food was just amazing. The staff are extremely attentive.” - Laurie
Australia
“super place in a great spot. food and staff are super.” - Vern
Australia
“Impossible to fault - everything was perfect! Amazing room, fabulous breakfast, amazing dinner and really nice staff!” - Sorana
Australia
“Wonderful property in a great location. Fantastic amenities, though I couldn't take advantage of them due to a medical emergency, for example didn't get a chance to try the breakfast, which others have raved about. Great communication too, we saw...” - Jennifer
Australia
“Great location and walking distance to main shopping strip” - Bryan
Australia
“We had a lovely stay, everything is first class Breakfast was excellent! Great staff, very friendly and professional at all times!” - Veronica
New Zealand
“Gorgeous room, yummy breakfast and beautiful gardens.” - Anthony
United Kingdom
“Stylish rooms and property. Exceptional, Lovely dinner menu and breakfast. Elegant and spacious room”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Hello Do you have any twin rooms? My son and I are travelling for a few nights in august (if allowed). Regards and thanks Trevor Munn
Hi Trevor, Some of our suites can be configured with twin beds. They are suites 4, 5 and 6. It is a matter of noting your request on your booking.Answered on 1 July 2020I think you don’t accept children. Which age is possible? (Our son is 15)
yes, we do accept children who are 15. Not all of our rooms are suitable for 3 people. it will best best to contact direct and we can discuss.Answered on 7 August 2022Wheelchair access and facilities?
Suite 6 is designed for full wheelchair accessAnswered on 10 February 2020
Hotel surroundings *
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- The Salon
- CuisineSpanish
- AmbianceModern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free
Facilities of Drift HouseGreat facilities! Review score, 9.7
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
- Outdoor furniture
- Garden
- Coffee machine
- Tumble dryer
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Bicycle rental
- Golf course (within 3 km)Additional charge
- Seating Area
- iPod dock
- Flat-screen TV
- Radio
- TV
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Accessible parking
- Daily housekeeping
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Concierge service
- Executive lounge access
- Packed lunches
- Express check-in/check-out
- Board games/puzzles
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- Adult only
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Soundproofing
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Lower bathroom sink
- Higher level toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Private apartment in building
- Seasonal
- Heated pool
- Shallow end
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Fence around pool
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- English
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash
Drift House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
FAQs about Drift House
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Drift House has 1 restaurant:
- The Salon
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Check-in at Drift House is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
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The prices at Drift House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Room options at Drift House include:
- Suite
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Drift House is 400 yards from the centre of Port Fairy. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Guests staying at Drift House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
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Drift House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Bicycle rental
- Swimming Pool