Accommodation Guide for Apollo Bay

Apollo Bay is a crescent-shaped bay backed by the Otway Mountains and surrounded by expansive white sandy beaches. Surfing, swimming, fishing, and kayaking are all popular activities in the area, making it the second accommodation stop on the Great Ocean Road. Since time is tight for the first part of the trip, it is recommended to skip staying in Lorne and instead drive an extra half-hour to Apollo Bay. Spending a cozy and comfortable night in an apartment hotel in Apollo Bay is also a great choice.

Recommendation: Excellent living facilities; a clean and comfortable family-style hotel located in a large courtyard with individual cottages, each with its own backyard. Within a 10-minute walk from the hotel, there are supermarkets, restaurants, cafes, small bars, and a beach where you can go for a morning run.
Recommendation: Family rooms are super convenient; recommended for friends who are driving with family to choose the family room—it comes with two bedrooms, a dining room, and a living room. The kitchen in the room is fully equipped with a microwave and oven, and the refrigerator is thoughtfully stocked with milk and cookies. The hostess is very warm and welcoming, providing a map upon check-in and thoughtfully explaining nearby facilities, attractions, and routes.
Recommendation: Home for backpackers; Apollo Bay Eco YHA is an eco-friendly youth hostel located just one street away from the Great Ocean Road, within walking distance to the beach to watch the sunrise. The entire hostel features large floor-to-ceiling windows and offers various room types to meet everyone's needs. It has a rooftop terrace with barbecue facilities, a fully equipped kitchen, a TV room, and a library, making it very convenient.
Recommendation: Facing the sea and mountains; Angela Beach Bed and Breakfast is located below Marriners Lookout, which offers beautiful panoramic views of the Otway coastline. All spacious guest rooms face either the ocean or the mountains, and most bathrooms are equipped with separate bathtubs for relaxation. The hotel is a 4-minute walk from the Great Ocean Road or a 3-minute drive from the town center, and a 10-minute drive to Otway National Park.