Rosebud

Melbourne

Rosebud showing a sandy beach
Rosebud showing a beach
Rosebud featuring general coastal views as well as a family
Rosebud which includes general coastal views as well as an individual male
Rosebud showing a beach

Sheltered beaches and campsites fringed by pretty banksias and she-oaks at the foothills of Arthur’s Seat make this town a favourite for laid-back travellers.

Visit the seaside town of Rosebud to enjoy its shallow Port Phillip Bay beaches and a scenic foreshore forested with native vegetation. Named after an English schooner that washed ashore in 1855, Rosebud is an idyllic escape where you can spend days by the beach and nights in atmospheric restaurants, sampling Mornington Peninsula regional wines and beers.

Stroll along Rosebud’s sandy main beach and take in views of Melbourne’s city skyline. Bring a towel and a sun umbrella to enjoy the ambiance of the seaside in comfort. Kids will love splashing in the shallows or peering into the deeper waters off the long Rosebud Pier. Explore the forested foreshore and see gorgeous native coastal flora, such as tea trees, she-oaks and banksias.

Rosebud is a popular town in Mornington Peninsula for its shopping precincts. You can find a busy strip of shops, bars, restaurants and cafés on the coastal Point Nepean Road. Rosebud Plaza and the Rosebud Beach Shopping Centre also offer a diverse range of shops and cafés, as well as Peninsula Cinemas for those rainy days.

Pick up unique handcrafted souvenirs, vintage items and local produce at Rosebud’s weekend markets. The Rosebud Sunday Market is held on the first Sunday of the month on Point Nepean Road.

Take in the stunning bushland surroundings by playing a round of golf at Rosebud’s golf courses or checking out the granite peak of Arthur’s Seat. Located approximately 8 kilometres (4.9 miles) away in Arthur’s Seat State Park, this distinctive hill can be traversed on foot or with a car.

In the evenings, hit the local wine bars to taste regional cool-climate wines from the local area, including Red Hill’s renowned pinot noirs and chardonnays.

Rosebud can be reached within 90 minutes by car from Melbourne. To reach the town via public transport, take a 1-hour train ride to Frankston and connect with local buses.


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Top hotels in Rosebud

Fairways Resort

Fairways Resort

4 out of 5
207 Boneo Road, Rosebud, VIC
The price is P5,571 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
P5,571
P6,128 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf motel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"The spa was great and the room was very clean and well maintained"

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Fairways Resort
Seahorse Motel

Seahorse Motel

3.5 out of 5
29-31 Chapel Street, Cowes, VIC
The price is P4,727 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
P4,727
P5,199 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Cowes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (925 reviews)
"Stayed for 2 nights. As soon as i walked in to reception, i was greeted with the best customer service and at check out. By far the best stay my partner and i both had,as its not often there is an electric blanket for those cold nights which was awesome. We Stayed in the studio room with a stovetop ..."

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Seahorse Motel
RACV Cape Schanck Resort

RACV Cape Schanck Resort

5 out of 5
Trent Jones Drive, Cape Schanck, VIC
The price is P7,141 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
P7,141
P7,855 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star 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! (928 reviews)
Will be back again.. and again…
"Always a pleasure staying at RACV Cape Schank 🤘 Great base for a few days away from town and exploring the Mornington Peninsular!"

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

RACV Cape Schanck Resort
Peppers Moonah Links Resort

Peppers Moonah Links Resort

4 out of 5
55 Peter Thomson Drive, Fingal, VIC
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Peppers Moonah Links Resort
InterContinental Sorrento Mornington Peninsula by IHG

InterContinental Sorrento Mornington Peninsula by IHG

5 out of 5
23 Constitution Hill Road, Sorrento, VIC
The price is P10,196 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
P10,196
P11,216 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (101 reviews)
"Room was nice and clean but the chromecast did not work in our room"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

InterContinental Sorrento Mornington Peninsula by IHG
Quest Frankston on the Bay

Quest Frankston on the Bay

4 out of 5
435 Nepean Highway, Frankston, VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P6,685 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
P6,685
P7,353 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (850 reviews)
"Great location to the shops and restaurants. The beds need updating and need to be bigger."

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025

Quest Frankston on the Bay
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