Rye Travel Guide

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This unique rock formation can be found at Number 16 Beach in the Mornington Peninsula, which is about an hour and a half drive from Melbourne. Be sure to visit at low tide for the best viewing. #SMDdoesOZ #MorningtonPeninsula #Australia
This unique rock formation can be found at Number 16 Beach in the Mornington Peninsula, which is about an hour and a half drive from Melbourne. Be sure to visit at low tide for the best viewing. #SMDdoesOZ #MorningtonPeninsula #Australia
Number 16 Beach in the Mornington Peninsula near Rye is a beautiful place to relax and watch the sunset. Try to visit during low tide #SMDdoesOZ #MorningtonPeninsula #Australia
Lizard rock, as it’s known to locals, during an amazing sunrise!
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Dragon head during dusk.

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Nightelier Rye

Nightelier Rye

3.5 out of 5
14 Nelson St Rye VIC
The price is NZ$251 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
NZ$251
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (653 reviews)
Beautiful room overlooks the bay cross the road, clean ,big room ,great staff very happy

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Nightelier Rye
Moonlight Bay Apartments

Moonlight Bay Apartments

4 out of 5
4 Napier Street Rye VIC
The price is NZ$245 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
NZ$245
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Peninsula Hot Springs and Rye Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (333 reviews)
Great location, friendly staff, clean, smart tv with all the apps that you need

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Moonlight Bay Apartments
Kanasta Caravan Park

Kanasta Caravan Park

3 out of 5
1-9 Sinclair Ave Rye VIC
The price is NZ$193 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
NZ$193
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly cabin in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Peninsula Hot Springs and Rye Beach are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (130 reviews)
Check-in so easy and car parking,room is clean and comfortable.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Kanasta Caravan Park
Ocean Retreat multi family stay Gas heated Pool/spa 5min walk to Ocean.

Ocean Retreat multi family stay Gas heated Pool/spa 5min walk to Ocean.

Rye VIC
Stay at this golf holiday home in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Peninsula Hot Springs and Lizard Head Beach are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (28 reviews)
Great weekend away with friends- outdoor area was awesome with the pool, spa and open fire place which was handy for those fresh nights! The house was spacious to accomodate 8 adults easily.Highly recommended

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025

Ocean Retreat multi family stay Gas heated Pool/spa 5min walk to Ocean.
BEST location! Multi family stay. Rye bay beach & shops 10min walk

BEST location! Multi family stay. Rye bay beach & shops 10min walk

Rye VIC
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Peninsula Hot Springs and Alba ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
Great house to stay in. Very well set up with everything you need for an enjoyable stay.

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

BEST location! Multi family stay. Rye bay beach & shops 10min walk
Weeroona

Weeroona

4.5 out of 5
26 Creedmore Drive Rye VIC
The price is NZ$312 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
NZ$312
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury B&B in Melbourne. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Peninsula Hot Springs and The Dunes Golf ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (115 reviews)
Each unit had a different theme. We stayed in the African Lodge and absolutely loved it. The lodge was spotless, fully equipped and furnished with quality, African themed furnishings. The breakfast was plenty and freshly cooked. A real treat.

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Weeroona
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Other neighbourhoods around Rye

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Blairgowrie

Beaches, cafes and spas are some highlights of Blairgowrie. Make a stop by Blairgowrie Beach or Rye Beach while you're exploring.

Blairgowrie
Rosebud which includes a beach

Rosebud

Unique features of Rosebud include the golf courses and hot springs. Make a stop by Rosebud Beach or Arthurs Seat State Park while you're exploring the area.

Rosebud
Sorrento featuring a sandy beach and water sports

Sorrento

Sorrento is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Sorrento Front Beach and Searoad Ferry Terminal.

Sorrento
Portsea featuring general coastal views and boating

Portsea

Beaches, golf courses and bars are some highlights of Portsea. Make a stop by Portsea Beach or Point Nepean National Park while you're exploring.

Portsea
Dromana showing general coastal views and hiking or walking as well as a large group of people

Dromana

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Dromana. You might want to make time for a stop at Dromana Beach or Heronswood Garden.

Dromana
A big feature of the beaches that line the eastern shorelines of Port Phillip Bay in Victoria are the brightly coloured beach bathing boxes. Mount Martha has some spectacular examples of these curious structures. And there is nothing like a sunset on the beach.

Mount Martha

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Mount Martha. You might want to make time for a stop at Mount Martha Beach North or Mount Martha Beach South.

Mount Martha


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