AB BWAB - APOLLO BAY, Apollo Bay

Address:

2 Moore Street , Apollo Bay, Victoria 3233, Australia

Description:

Apollo Bay "Paradise by the Sea", the perfect retreat and base to explore the Great Ocean Road including the Twelve Apostles, the Otway National Park and the attractions of this breathtaking region. There is plenty to do and see in the region; take a walk amongst the tree tops of Beech Forest at the Otway Fly Tree Top Walk, while away the day on a beautiful beach, surf to your heart's content, play golf on arguably one of the most beautiful courses in the country, enjoy the scenic look-outs, rainforest walks, or catch your breath at the top of the Cape Otway Lighthouse. Local festivities and celebrations include the Apollo Bay Music Festival every March/April, January Art and Rural Shows, and on Saturday mornings you can visit the local Arts & Crafts Market on the Apollo Bay foreshore to find that special memento or hand crafted gift.

Children: 17 and under

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Location:

The Apollo Bay Motel is situated in the heart of Apollo Bay, with easy access to the beach, shops, supermarkets and restaurants. A comfortable 2? hours drive from Melbourne via The Great Ocean Road from Geelong. Alternatively, you can take the Vic Rail from Melbourne to Geelong,to meet a connecting bus (call 136 196 vline.com.au).

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Room Type:

motel

Room Information:

Motel Rooms Accommodates 2 people. Comfortable queen sized bed in the room. Great for that weekend get-a-way or as a base to explore the region. Motel - Twin Room Accommodates 3 people with a queen sized bed and single bed in motel style accommodation. Great for couple travelling with a child or two singles requiring twin share. Self Contained Apartments Ideal for couples and families - 1 or 2 bedrooms (accommodates up to 7 people). Apartments fully self contained with kitchen, separate bedrooms and bathroom, and a lounge/dining/kitchen area. Great for longer stays!

Room Facilities:

• Air conditioning
• Alarm clock
• Balcony
• Balcony / courtyard
• Bath
• Bathrobes
• Broadband
• CD player

Occupancy:

Included in the published rate is 3 adults. (Maximum occupancy - 3 guests).

Things to do:

Marriners Falls - Take a scenic walk through the tranquil surroundings at Marriners Falls. Fishing - Ocean and river fishing in an amazing setting - an opportunity to catch that big one! Horse Riding - Take a ride along stunning beaches. Maits Rest - A beautiful and tranquil walk on the boardwalk through the rainforest. Close to town. Saturday Markets - Every Saturday on the foreshore. The perfect chance to find that special hand crafted gift. Glow Worm Tours - A fairy land experience - walk through a fern gully at night and experience the natural fairy lights. Surfing at Main Beach - Skenes Creek, Kennett River, Wye River and Johanna (the alternative site for the Bells Beach National Surfing Competition). Walking and driving tours - There are many walks and self drive tours to help you explore the region. Visit Cape Otway, Cray Fish Bay, Triplet Falls, Port Campbell National Park, the Twelve Appostles and the Carisbrook Coast. Information is available at the local visitor information centre (Telephone 1300 OTWAYS (689 297). Helicopter Flights - Experience the Twelve Apostles and the magnificence of the Shipwreck Coast from the air - fun and adventure.

Local Attractions:

Historical Museum - Features artefacts and local historical displays. Bass Strait Shell Museum - Display of sea shells, coral, sea life and photographs of ship wrecks. Cable Station Historical Museum - A must for those who want to know more about the fascinating history of this region. Scenic Lookouts - Cape Patton (Great Ocean Road), Crows Nest (Tuxion Road), Marriners Lookout (Marriners Lookout Road), Barwon Dam (Forrest Apollo Bay Road) and Mount Sabine Fire Tower (Mount Sabine Road). Otway National Park - Enjoy the lush rainforests, tall eucalypt forests, open woodland and coastal heath in the park which stretches from Apollo Bay to Princetown. Otway Fly Tree Top Walk - Walk amongst the tree tops of the fabulous Beech Forest - don't forget to visit Triplet Falls while you are in the area. Cape Otway Lightstation - Cape Otway Lighthouse is the oldest Lighthouse on the mainland and stands 91 metres above the ocean. Climb to the top of the Lighthouse - and while you are there vist the original Telegraph Station for a fascincating look at the region's history. Cafe facilities on site.