San Remo, on Phillip Island, offers a selection of motels that put you steps from the beach and within easy reach of the Penguin Parade. The three main options-Pelicans Motel San Remo, San Remo Hotel Motel, and Quays Motel San Remo-all provide free parking, free WiFi, and family-friendly rooms. Budget for moderate nightly rates; expect rooms with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee making facilities. Some rooms include a spa bath. The town centre is a short walk from each property, with cafes, shops, and restaurants nearby.
Pelicans Motel San Remo scores a Good 7.2/10, offering quiet rooms with free high-speed WiFi and a 10-minute walk to Back Beach. San Remo Hotel Motel (Very Good 8.3/10) features an on-site bar and bistro, with beachfront access 300 metres away. Quays Motel San Remo (Fabulous 8.9/10) sits opposite the beach overlooking Western Port Bay, and provides kitchenettes and parking for cars, boats, and trailers. Book early during peak seasons to secure a room near the Penguin Parade.