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Our top choices for Whale Viewing Platform hotels

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden flooring, potted plants, and outdoor furniture.

1. Portland Retro Motel

Portland Retro Motel
3.0 star property
0.7 km from Whale Viewing Platform
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (234 reviews)
"very happy with stay and overall with motel"
Australia
Tyler
The price is NZ$115
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Portland Retro Motel
A coastal road with a beach on one side and a parking area with several cars.

2. Mariner Motel

Mariner Motel
3.5 star property
0.5 km from Whale Viewing Platform
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (420 reviews)
"A good around stay location for a short 1 night stop off"
United Kingdom
Ian
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Mariner Motel
A stone building with a green door and a sign for the Quality Hotel.

3. Quality Hotel Bentinck

Quality Hotel Bentinck
4.0 star property
1.9 km from Whale Viewing Platform
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (201 reviews)
"Great room with coffee machine, good shower, comfy bed. Good welcome at reception. All staff friendly and helpful. Enjoyed meals. Good stay."
Australia
Geoffrey
The price is NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Quality Hotel Bentinck
A compact hotel room with a bed, a small dining table with chairs, a microwave, a TV mounted on the wall, and a mirror above the mirror.

4. Victoria Lodge Motor Inn And Apartments

Victoria Lodge Motor Inn And Apartments
4.0 star property
0.9 km from Whale Viewing Platform
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (319 reviews)
"Tidy.good value and location"
Australia
Murray
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Victoria Lodge Motor Inn And Apartments
A modern building with a central pathway flanked by symmetrical landscaping and illuminated entryways.

5. Quest Portland

Quest Portland
4.0 star property
1.7 km from Whale Viewing Platform
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (586 reviews)
"The facility was very clean and staff were very friendly and helpful made us feel welcome Room was clean"
Australia
Annaliesa
The price is NZ$240
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Quest Portland
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

6. Richmond Henty Hotel

Richmond Henty Hotel
3.5 star property
1.5 km from Whale Viewing Platform
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (323 reviews)
"average"
Australia
Noel
The price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Richmond Henty Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a sliding glass door to the outside.

7. Melaleuca Motel

Melaleuca Motel
3.0 star property
2.1 km from Whale Viewing Platform
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (313 reviews)
"Very close to all amenities"
Australia
stephen
The price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Melaleuca Motel
A coastal view with a road leading to a beach, surrounded by dense greenery.

8. Whalers Rest Motor Inn

Whalers Rest Motor Inn
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Whale Viewing Platform
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (398 reviews)
"Check-in was quick. The room was neat and clean, the bed was comfortable, and the shower was nice and hot. The TV was new, and there were plenty of local and cable channels. Plenty of on-site parking and easy access to/from the highway. Don't be discouraged by the age of the place. For the price range, it is excellent value for money."
Australia
Nick
The price is NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Whalers Rest Motor Inn
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, ornate wall patterns, and a chandelier.

9. Econo Lodge Portland

Econo Lodge Portland
3.0 star property
1.9 km from Whale Viewing Platform
7.8 out of 10, Good, (49 reviews)
"It was a good location and comfortable. Did the job "
Australia
Michael
The price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Econo Lodge Portland
A modern house with a large glass window, wooden deck, and a black exterior.

10. Swell At Cape Bridgewater

Swell At Cape Bridgewater
3.0 star property
18.6 km from Whale Viewing Platform
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"A brilliant and gorgeous property with everything you need"
Australia
Lisa
The price is NZ$255
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Swell At Cape Bridgewater
A covered patio with wicker furniture and a view of the sea.

11. Cape Nelson Lighthouse

Cape Nelson Lighthouse
4.0 star property
12.1 km from Whale Viewing Platform
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (228 reviews)
"Amazing location!"
Australia
Simon
The price is NZ$380
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Cape Nelson Lighthouse
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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Compare top hotels near Whale Viewing Platform

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden flooring, potted plants, and outdoor furniture.

Portland Retro Motel

3.0 star property
0.7 km from Whale Viewing Platform
View
A coastal road with a beach on one side and a parking area with several cars.

Mariner Motel

3.5 star property
0.5 km from Whale Viewing Platform
View
A stone building with a green door and a sign for the Quality Hotel.

Quality Hotel Bentinck

4.0 star property
1.9 km from Whale Viewing Platform
View
A compact hotel room with a bed, a small dining table with chairs, a microwave, a TV mounted on the wall, and a mirror above the mirror.

Victoria Lodge Motor Inn And Apartments

4.0 star property
0.9 km from Whale Viewing Platform
View
A modern building with a central pathway flanked by symmetrical landscaping and illuminated entryways.

Quest Portland

4.0 star property
1.7 km from Whale Viewing Platform
View
9.2
Wonderful
234 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
420 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
201 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
319 reviews
8.8
Excellent
586 reviews
The price is NZ$115
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The price is NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
The price is NZ$240
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • No WiFi included
  • No Parking

Top Whale Viewing Platform Hotel Reviews

Portland Retro Motel

Portland Retro Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Comfy bed, room cleaned daily. All staff very helpful. Wonderful stay for the price. Will stay again."
Janet 4-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Portland Retro Motel

Other attractions near Whale Viewing Platform

Nuns Beach

8.8/10 (119 reviews)
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Nuns Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Portland. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Whale Viewing Platform?
Whale Viewing Platform is located in Portland. Travellers like this walkable area for its seaside. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 28 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Whale Viewing Platform?
Richmond Henty Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 4 bars and a restaurant. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.5 km) from Whale Viewing Platform. Other good options close by include Portland Tourist Park and Portland Retro Motel.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Whale Viewing Platform?
Expedia has 28 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Whale Viewing Platform.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Whale Viewing Platform, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Whale Viewing Platform.
What can I see and do near Whale Viewing Platform?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Powerhouse Motor & Car Museum and Portland Cable Tram Depot Museum. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of Nelson Bay Coastal Reserve, Bolwarra H45 Bushland Reserve and Portland Botanical Gardens. Lounge by the water at Nuns Beach and Bridgewater Bay Beach.