Cape Schanck

Melbourne

Shutterstock
Shutterstock
Sunrise on Pulpit Rock at Cape Schanck which overlooks Bass Strait at the southernmost tip of the Mornington Peninsula. It is a rocky point with limestone cliffs and a historic lighthouse built in 1859 that still operates today. It's quite special in some way in that the scenic boardwalk allows you to access the rocky beaches on the Cape along with the rock platforms around Pulpit Rock at the tip of the Cape.
A bit windy but hiking and exploring the tide pools at Cape Schank and Pulpit Rock was worth it. 

 #LoveMyTown
Sunset from Cape Schanck which overlooks Bass Strait at the southernmost tip of the Mornington Peninsula. It is a rocky point with limestone cliffs and a historic lighthouse built in 1859 that still operates today. It's quite special in some way in that the scenic boardwalk allows you to access the rocky beaches on the Cape along with the rock platforms around Pulpit Rock at the tip of the Cape.

Popular places to visit

Things to do


Cape Schanck Hotel Deals

RACV Cape Schanck Resort

RACV Cape Schanck Resort

5 out of 5
Trent Jones Drive Cape Schanck VIC
The price is ¥22,472 per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
¥22,472
¥25,026 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (972 reviews)
Room spotless, entire property well tended. Wished that pizza restaurant would not close at 4pm Bar staff not attentive to service; we had to insist repeatedly to get attention although at least 5 employees behind the bar.

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

RACV Cape Schanck Resort
Cape Schanck Holiday Villa

Cape Schanck Holiday Villa

2.5 out of 5
4 Farnsworth Dr Cape Schanck VIC
The price is ¥24,532 per night from Feb 19 to Feb 20
¥24,532
¥29,173 total
Feb 19 - Feb 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Peninsula Hot Springs and Cape Schanck Golf ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (18 reviews)
Ckean

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

Cape Schanck Holiday Villa
The Cape Retreat with stunning views

The Cape Retreat with stunning views

Cape Schanck VIC
The price is ¥1,188,079 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
¥1,188,079
¥1,188,079 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this vacation home in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and a pool table. Popular attractions Peninsula Hot Springs and Cape Schanck Golf ...
Perfect retreat
We used this for a small corporate training retreat and it was perfect. The attendees loved the massive rooms and numerous beautiful common areas. Many thanks from the NCT team!

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2024

The Cape Retreat with stunning views
Ramada Resort by Wyndham Phillip Island

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Phillip Island

4 out of 5
2128 Phillip Island Road Cowes VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥23,599 per night from Mar 18 to Mar 19
¥23,599
¥25,959 total
Mar 18 - Mar 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly resort in Cowes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
We had an awesome stay- room was clean and has everything we needed to make breakfast, lunch and dinner. We came down to see the Penguins and enjoyed all of the amenities and wildlife that the resort had to offer. Thanks for the memories!

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Phillip Island
Peninsula Beachside Accommodation

Peninsula Beachside Accommodation

2 out of 5
15 Truemans Rd Capel Sound VIC
The price is ¥11,380 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
¥11,380
¥12,553 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Melbourne. Enjoy free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Peninsula Hot Springs and Tootgarook Wetlands are located ...
7/10 Good! (22 reviews)
Modern. Straight forward check in and check out. Perfect location for all sites.

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

Peninsula Beachside Accommodation
Amaroo Holiday Park

Amaroo Holiday Park

3 out of 5
97 Church St Cowes VIC
The price is ¥11,615 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
¥11,615
¥11,615 total
Feb 23 - Feb 24
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Cowes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Phillip Island Ferry Dock and Silverleaves Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (395 reviews)
Easy check in and check out. Well stocked kitchen. Clean accommodations. Great linens. Convenient location.

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

Amaroo Holiday Park
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.

Other neighborhoods around Cape Schanck

Rosebud showing a sandy 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
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

Rye

Beaches, spas, and hot springs highlight some of the noteworthy features of Rye. Make a stop by Rye Beach or The Dunes Golf Links while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Rye
Dromana featuring 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
Shutterstock

Blairgowrie

Beaches, cafes, and spas are just a few things travelers enjoy about Blairgowrie. Check out Blairgowrie Beach or Rye Beach while you're exploring the area.

Blairgowrie
Sorrento featuring watersports and a beach

Sorrento

Coastal town Sorrento offers charter fishing boats from its pier, a summer ferry service to Queenscliff, and the historic Sorrento Park with a playground and BBQ facilities. Explore limestone buildings like the heritage-listed Sorrento Post Office.

Sorrento
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


Cape Schanck