Want to stay in a New Haven accommodation on Phillip Island for a few days?
Then use this page to get some great ideas about what to do on Phillip Island.
Phillip Island is sometimes called the nature island.
It is the place to be to see some of Australia’s special wildlife.
New Haven is a great base to use to explore the island so let’s have a look at what’s on offer in the area and what New Haven accommodation is available to you.
How to Get to Philip Island
Phillip Island is about 140 km from the Melbourne CBD, south-east of Melbourne. It sits in the midst of Western Port Bay. The island is connected to the mainland via a concrete bridge from the town of San Remo. You can also get to Phillip Island via a ferry from Stony Point.
Philip Island :: A Heaven for the Nature Lovers
Phillip Island is a great place to go to for nature lovers. There are some great hikes where you get plenty of ocean and bay views and meet plenty of birds, special plants, bushes and scrubs and some wildlife along the way.
You can of course also go watch the world famous Penguin Parade and go to Nobbie’s centre to see wildlife in its natural habitat.
New Haven Accommodation #1: Bridge Motel
There are plenty of hotels, motels and other types of accommodation to be found on Phillip Island. You may want to stop off at the New Haven Bridge Motel.
This motel is run by Liz and Mick Mulcahy and has all amenities you will want to have available to you, like refrigerator, color TV, air-conditioning and heating, portable barbecue, tea and coffee making facilities, etc. There are different types of rooms available for both singles and families.
This is the place to rest and recuperate, for another day of sightseeing, after you have explored Churchill Island (just five minutes away), the Penguins, the seal rocks, and the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix Circuit. More information can be found at their website.
New Haven Accommodation #2: Banksia Park Estate
Another New Haven accommodation available to you is Banksia Park Estate. Norma Stack and John Robinson are going to be your welcoming hosts.
They have got attractive studio accommodation available to you. Not only are you going to relax on 32 acres of amazing bay views but you are also going to get a memorable taste of rural Australia.
Every single studio has separate entrances, and different outdoor areas. Relax in the cottage gardens, and enjoy the bucolic surroundings of what was once a chicory farm. The more energetic could go walking, surfing, boating, fishing, horse riding, and incidentally tanning oneself.
To find out more click here.
New Haven Accommodation #3: Silverwater Apartments
You would also want to look at the alternative of the one-bedroom Silverwater apartments, which are perfect for a family holiday.
So if you are looking for affordable accommodation, choose Silverwater Apartments. It is a place where you can get some rest, plenty of privacy and excellent in-room facilities.
You will get more information on their website.
When you visit Melbourne and Victoria, you really need to try to make Phillip Island part of your itinerary.
It is a great place to relax, whether it is just for a short weekend break or a longer holiday.
And there is plenty of New Haven accommodation available to make you feel right at home.
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