French Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Where to stay in French Island

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Tankerton

The pristine beaches and luxurious spas are top of the list for many visitors to Tankerton. A stop by French Island G230 Bushland Reserve or French Island National Park might round out your trip.

Tankerton
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Fairhaven

Though Fairhaven may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Stony Point Rd Ferry Terminal and Cerberus Golf Club.

Fairhaven
French Island General Store

French Island General Store

3 out of 5
289 Tankerton Rd, French Island, VIC
The price is NZ$231 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$231
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in French Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fireplace in the lobby. Popular attractions French Island G230 Bushland Reserve ...
French Island General Store
North Pier Hotel

North Pier Hotel

3 out of 5
5 The Esplanade, Cowes, VIC
The price is NZ$183 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$183
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Cowes. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"The property inside was clean and tidy. It was a little bit on the older side and the carpets were a little bit unkempt. The old spiders webs on the outside of the building were an indication of its age. But it was a central and convenient place to stay after watching the penguins."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

North Pier Hotel
Seahorse Motel

Seahorse Motel

3.5 out of 5
29-31 Chapel Street, Cowes, VIC
The price is NZ$170 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
NZ$170
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Cowes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (948 reviews)
"Room was clean and they had the heater on for us which was nice cause it was freezing and raining when we arrived. Rooms are cleaned daily and restocked with essential items like- milk, coffee, shampoo soap and fresh towels. Play ground kept the kids entertained and could see the kids from the whole ..."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Seahorse Motel
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French Island General Store

French Island General Store

3 out of 5
289 Tankerton Rd, French Island, VIC
Stay at this apartment in French Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fireplace in the lobby. Popular attractions French Island G230 Bushland Reserve ...
French Island General Store
Silverwater Resort

Silverwater Resort

4.5 out of 5
17 Potters Hill Road, San Remo, VIC
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in San Remo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,273 reviews)
"good view."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Silverwater Resort
Quest Frankston

Quest Frankston

4 out of 5
377 Nepean Highway, Frankston, VIC
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (393 reviews)
"One of the best hotels I have stayed at. Staff are absolutely amazing"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Quest Frankston
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Popular places to visit

French Island G230 Bushland Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at French Island G230 Bushland Reserve, a lovely green space in French Island. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

French Island G230 Bushland Reserve

French Island National Park

Explore the great outdoors at French Island National Park, a lovely green space in French Island.

French Island National Park

Micks Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Micks Beach during your trip to French Island?

Micks Beach