Condo Hotel
 The Dolphin Apartments

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2 Thomson St, 3233 Apollo Bay, Australia – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 438 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

9.2
Wonderful
438 reviews

Spacious, clean and comfortable apartment. Easy check in process. Loved the spa bath too. Would be happy to stay here again!

Laurence Australia

the location is perfect. and the apartment is very well furnished.

Coco Australia

Clean and well maintained, very comfortable, close to beach with a tap to wash off your feet

Robert Australia

This was my 2nd stay at the appartments. Location was great, walking distance to almost evrything. Appartment was clean and even though we had partial sea view, it was good to sit on the balcony

Salvatore Australia

Great location! The apartment was beautifully set out and comfortable. Can't wait to return!

Anna Australia

Excellent apartment in good location with friendly and helpful staff - highly recommended

Raymond Australia

Staff were amazing and very accommodating! Would definitely come back here again, very clean and comfortable!

Jessica Australia

Great location. Beautiful and extremely clean room. Michael, the manager, was terrific and provided us with great suggestions for restaurants and tips for sightseeing. Just a wonderful experience.

Keith United States of America

Great apartment with easy access to the beach and restaurant/shops. We also caught a glimpse of a wild koala with its baby on a tree just next to the car park.

Kwang Singapore

Fantastic location, wonderful hosts, and even a few Koalas.

Joseph Australia
9.2
Wonderful
438 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Spacious, clean and comfortable apartment. Easy check in process. Loved the spa bath too. Would be happy to stay here again!”
    Laurence Laurence Australia Australia
  • “the location is perfect. and the apartment is very well furnished.”
    Coco Coco Australia Australia
  • “Clean and well maintained, very comfortable, close to beach with a tap to wash off your feet”
    Robert Robert Australia Australia
  • “This was my 2nd stay at the appartments. Location was great, walking distance to almost evrything. Appartment was clean and even though we had partial sea view, it was good to sit on the balcony”
    Salvatore Salvatore Australia Australia
  • “Great location! The apartment was beautifully set out and comfortable. Can't wait to return!”
    Anna Anna Australia Australia
  • “Excellent apartment in good location with friendly and helpful staff - highly recommended”
    Raymond Raymond Australia Australia
  • “Staff were amazing and very accommodating! Would definitely come back here again, very clean and comfortable!”
    Jessica Jessica Australia Australia
  • “Great location. Beautiful and extremely clean room. Michael, the manager, was terrific and provided us with great suggestions for restaurants and tips for sightseeing. Just a wonderful experience.”
    Keith Keith United States of America United States of America
  • “Great apartment with easy access to the beach and restaurant/shops. We also caught a glimpse of a wild koala with its baby on a tree just next to the car park.”
    Kwang Kwang Singapore Singapore
  • “Fantastic location, wonderful hosts, and even a few Koalas.”
    Joseph Joseph Australia Australia

Categories:

  • Staff9.4
  • Facilities9.3
  • Cleanliness 9.5
  • Comfort 9.5
  • Value for money9.0
  • Location9.4
  • Free WiFi 9.5
High score for Apollo Bay
Apartments
Kitchen
Ocean view
BBQ facilities
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Terrace

This property is 1 minute walk from the beach. The Dolphin Apartments boast 4.5-star luxury accommodations. Located in the picturesque town of Apollo Bay, guests enjoy free WiFi and access to BBQ facilities.

The renovated, modern and air-conditioned apartments have a spacious living and dining area as well as a single spa bath. Each apartment has laundry facilities and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and modern cooking appliances. The apartments feature replaced carpets, furniture and curtains. The penthouse apartments feature stunning ocean views.

The Dolphin Apartments Apollo Bay are 10 minutes’ walk from Apollo Bay Harbor, and 25 minutes’ drive from Great Otway National Park. Geelong is a 1.5-hour away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

The Dolphin Apartments has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jan 24, 2013

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

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

Free Parking Available On Site

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Closest beaches

  • Apollo Bay

    9.0 Wonderful beach
    350 feet from property

  • Mounts Bay

    9.1 Wonderful beach
    4,050 feet from property

Guest reviews

9.2
Wonderful · 438 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.4
  • Facilities9.3
  • Cleanliness 9.5
  • Comfort 9.5
  • Value for money9.0
  • Location9.4
  • Free WiFi 9.5
High score for Apollo Bay

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Laurence
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Spacious, clean and comfortable apartment. Easy check in process. Loved the spa bath too. Would be happy to stay here again!”
  • Coco
    AustraliaAustralia
    “the location is perfect. and the apartment is very well furnished.”
  • Robert
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Clean and well maintained, very comfortable, close to beach with a tap to wash off your feet”
  • Salvatore
    AustraliaAustralia
    “This was my 2nd stay at the appartments. Location was great, walking distance to almost evrything. Appartment was clean and even though we had partial sea view, it was good to sit on the balcony”
  • Anna
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Great location! The apartment was beautifully set out and comfortable. Can't wait to return!”
  • Raymond
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Excellent apartment in good location with friendly and helpful staff - highly recommended”
  • Jessica
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Staff were amazing and very accommodating! Would definitely come back here again, very clean and comfortable!”
  • Keith
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Great location. Beautiful and extremely clean room. Michael, the manager, was terrific and provided us with great suggestions for restaurants and tips for sightseeing. Just a wonderful experience.”
  • Kwang
    SingaporeSingapore
    “Great apartment with easy access to the beach and restaurant/shops. We also caught a glimpse of a wild koala with its baby on a tree just next to the car park.”
  • Joseph
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Fantastic location, wonderful hosts, and even a few Koalas.”
Property questions and answers
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  • Hi, does your penthouse have its owne BBQ?
    There is a common BBQ in the rear car park for guests to use. None of the apartments have a personal BBQ. You are welcome to use the guest BBQ and take the food upstairs to your apartment to enjoy on the BBQ.
    Answered on October 16, 2021
  • Hi there, is there a charge for linen? It says "Towels/sheets (extra fee)".
    Hi, All linen for the existing bedding is supplied. Towels are provided for 4 guests. For extra guests using the sofa bed the cost of linen is includined in the extra person charge.
    Answered on May 27, 2021
  • How far is the beach from the motel?
    We are 50 Meters from Apollo Bay main beach.
    Asked about: One-Bedroom Apartment - Ground Level • Answered on April 9, 2021
  • Can we have a cot available for our 6 month old?
    Yes we can arrange a porta cot for your stay. Regards, Emily
    Asked about: One-Bedroom Apartment - Ground Level • Answered on February 15, 2020
  • Good afternoon i did read the fine print, as we are coming from SA just making sure this still applies if boarders get closed dur to Covic 19 Regards Liz
    Hi Liz, Should travel restrictions be put into place the cancellation policy may be flexible. Kind regards, Emily
    Answered on February 9, 2021

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Host Info

9.4
Host Review Score
The Dolphin Apartments are comfortable,spacious & luxurious self-contained apartments where you can relax & enjoy the view from your balcony/base yourself here as you explore the area.A short stroll to the shops & across the road to the beach.
Michael & Emily are down to earth country people with city experience. Offering personalized check in & assistance with local knowledge their priority is to ensure their guests enjoy their time in the area & their stay at The Dolphin Apartments.
Apollo Bay is a quiet little coastal town with lots of things to do outside and the perfect escape from the city.
Language spoken: English
Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant The Birdhouse
    0.2 miles
  • Restaurant Casalingo
    0.3 miles
  • Cafe/Bar The Great Ocean Road Brewhouse
    0.5 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
  • Apollo Bay
    350 feet
  • Mounts Bay
    4,050 feet
  • Skenes Creek Beach
    2.8 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of The Dolphin Apartments

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Spa tub
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Outdoors
Sit back and relax
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
Kitchen
Freedom to eat when you want
  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
Extra comfort
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
  • Hot tub
Services & Extras
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Activities
  • Bike tours Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Horseback riding Off-site Additional charge
  • Hiking Off-site
  • Canoeing Off-site Additional charge
  • Fishing Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
Living Area
Space for everyone to be together
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
Fun for everyone under one roof
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Laptop safe
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Baby safety gates
Cleaning Services
  • Laundry
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Safe
Building Characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
Health & Wellness Facilities
  • Fitness classes
  • Fitness
  • Fitness center
Miscellaneous
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
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Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules The Dolphin Apartments takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

2:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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

Check-out

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations 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 13 and above are considered 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 - 1 year
Crib by request
Free

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

The maximum number of cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Eftpos The Dolphin Apartments accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Please note the maximum occupancy policies must be adhered to. All children above the age of 1 must be counted in the total number of guests. Any additional guests above the maximum of 6 will need to book an additional room.

Please let The Dolphin Apartments know your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

The Dolphin Apartments does not accept payments with American Express or Diners Club credit cards. A credit card pre -authorization for security may be required on check-in.

Please note there are no elevators or elevators on the property. To access the Penthouse Apartments there are 2 flights of stairs.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Please inform The Dolphin Apartments 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.

FAQs about The Dolphin Apartments

  • Yes, The Dolphin Apartments is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at The Dolphin Apartments (subject to availability) that have:

    • 1 bedroom
    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at The Dolphin Apartments (subject to availability) that can accommodate:

    • 2 guests
    • 4 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The Dolphin Apartments offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness center
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Fitness
    • Beach
    • Horseback riding
    • Bike tours
    • Fitness classes

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Dolphin Apartments on this page.

  • Check-in at The Dolphin Apartments is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to The Dolphin Apartments by:

    • Car 2h 30min

  • The Dolphin Apartments is 800 feet from the center of Apollo Bay.

  • The prices at The Dolphin Apartments may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The nearest beach is 150 feet from The Dolphin Apartments.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Dolphin Apartments on this page.