San Remo

San Remo, 120 kilometres from Melbourne, was first called Griffiths Point after the trading skipper, John Griffith, who owned the schooner Elizabeth.

Today it is not only the Gateway to Phillip Island but a thriving holiday and residential, village on the Bass Coast.

For the holiday maker there are numerous activities in and around San Remo to make your stay a memorable one. There is a sheltered beach at the back of town and great surfing can be found at Griffiths Point.

Numerous shopping facilities including licensed supermarket, chemist, various food outlets including 2 superb hotels which serve the freshest coastal seafood available.

Accommodation ranges from top of the range to pitching a tent with several motels, tourist parks, apartments, cottages and the traditional bed and breakfast.

Feeding the Pelicans

Employees of the San Remo Fishermen’s Co-Op have been feeding the pelicans for many years with the action starting at 12 noon. A great spectacle, especially for the children, it is one of the few major attractions along the coast where there is no admission charge.

Feeding the Pelicans Noon Daily

Cosmopolitan Atmosphere

Fresh Seafood from Fisherman's Co-op

San Remo Accommodation

Motels
	The Quays Motel standard double from $90
	Phillip Island Tourist Road San Remo VIC 3925 First motel on your left as you come into San Remo. Spacious, modern rooms. Walk to beach and shops
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	San Remo Westernport Hotel/Motel
	161 Marine Parade San Remo VIC Rooms available
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	Newhaven Bridge Motel standard double from $81
	31 Forrest Avenue San Remo VIC 3925 Quiet location, clean and comfortable
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	San Remo Hotel/Motel standard double from $70
	Marine Parade San Remo VIC 3925 Relax and enjoy everything San Remo has to offer
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	San Remo Pelicans Motel standard double from $81
	43 Back Beach Road San Remo VIC 3925 Ground floor, quiet location, pool, playground
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Apartments
	Silverwater Resort - Phillip Island Accommodation
	17 Potters Hill Road San Remo VIC 3925 Situated on the rolling hills of San Remo, choose from self-contained 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom apartments all with modern facilities, large balconies, and spectacular bay views. With an outstanding range of onsite activities you never need to leave the resort.
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Tourist Parks
	Phillip Island Caravan Park
	24 Beach Crescent Newhaven VIC 3925 Situated at Newhaven just over bridge. Beach frontage 2 & 3 brm villas, cabins, caravans, internet.
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	San Remo Holiday Park
	4 Mary Grove San Remo VIC 3925 Spacious, quiet, family park close to all San Remo facilities.
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Bed & Breakfasts
	Otira On Needles Eye
	Ventnor Beach Road Cowes VIC 3922 Experience Life on a Working Farm. Traditional Bed & Breakfast in a Historic Homestead or Family Self Contained Cottages. "A Holiday Long Remembered"
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Luxury/Resorts/Boutique
	Silverwater Resort - Phillip Island Accommodation
	17 Potters Hill Road San Remo VIC 3925 Situated on the rolling hills of San Remo, choose from self-contained 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom apartments all with modern facilities, large balconies, and spectacular bay views. With an outstanding range of onsite activities you never need to leave the resort.
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Farm Stays
	Otira On Needles Eye
	Ventnor Beach Road Cowes VIC 3922 Experience Life on a Working Farm. Traditional Bed & Breakfast in a Historic Homestead or Family Self Contained Cottages. "A Holiday Long Remembered"
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San Remo Food and Wine

Restaurants
	Taylors Waterfront Restaurant
	Main Tourist Road Newhaven VIC 3925 Just past the airport on Main Tourist Road. Famous for Seafood. Open 7 days before and after the Penguin Parade. Select from an extensive menu/wine list. Experience Phillip Islands sensational sunsets from the wide panorama of the restaurant. Accommodation available
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	Curry Leaf Restaurant
	Shop 9 Vista Place Woolamai VIC 3925 Authentic South African Indian Cuisine
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Hotel/Bistro
	The Westernport Hotel San Remo
	Marine Parade San Remo VIC 3925 Bistro meals lunch and dinner 7 days week. Accommodation available Regular Entertainment
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	San Remo Hotel
	San Remo VIC 3925 The first hotel in town. Lunch and dinner 7 days in Bistro Lounge
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Wineries
	Purple Hen Vineyard & Winery Rhyll
	96 McPhees Road Rhyll VIC 3923 Sweeping Coastal Views. Our Maritime climate generates quality wines with strong varietal character. The first two vintages have won 24 medals and trophies to date. Open 11am to 5.30pm daily during school holidays. Other times Friday to Sunday plus public holidays.
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Seafood
	San Remo Fishermans Co-Op
	Marine Parade San Remo VIC 3925 Fresh fish Sales or Delicious Fish n Chips Take the kids and watch Co-Op staff feed the Pelicans every day at 12 noon. No admittance charge.
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San Remo Activities

Family Fun
	Wildlife Coast Cruises
	The Rotunda Cowes VIC 3922 Seal Watching Cruises, drift amongst a colony of up to 5000 fur seals at Seal Rocks. Ocean rafting adventure trips around Phillip Island. French Island Tours. Bay Cruises. Wilson Prom Tours. Groups or Function Charters. * Please Check Off Season Hours
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	Rhyll Trout & Bush Tucker Farm
	36 Rhyll Newhaven Road Rhyll VIC 3923 Experience the thrill of catching your own trout. Outdoor and Indoor Fishing Areas. Have your catch prepared by our chef in the fully licensed cafe/restaurant-a great experience for all members of the family. Fishing Rods/Lessons Provided. Set on 15 acres with picnic grounds. Country store.
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	Chocolate Factory
	930 Phillip Island Road Newhaven VIC 3925 "1 kilometre from main Phillip Island Bridge" Viewing windows allow you to observe the manufacturing of the highest quality hand made chocolates. Samples/Sales Boxed Chocolates/Truffles/ Cream Bars Open 7 days Cafe on site for meals, coffee etc
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	Banfields Cinema & Motel
	192 Thompson Avenue Cowes VIC 3922 Set on 4 acres in the main street of Cowes. Banfield's cinema is a modern complex seating up to 150. Latest release movies are showing daily. Banfields is a multi-purpose establishment with licensed function room. Spa units, 2 roomed family suites, motel and pet friendly rooms.
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	Maze ‘N Things
	1805 Phillip Island Road Cowes VIC 3922 Great Fun for Kids of all Ages! Get Lost In Our Maze Confused on our Gravity Room Shrunk in our Shrinking Room Dropped Down our Lookout Slide intriguing, stimulating and bizarre world of optical illusions, mazes, puzzles, mind games and the delight of Puzzle Island. Mini golf, BBQ’s, Café and Retail Shop. Open 7 days from 10am
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	Pelican Feeding
	Marine Parade San Remo VIC 3925 Great Spectacle for all the Family and its FREE! Every day at 12 noon San Remo Fishermans Co-Op. After the Pelican Feeding why not try the Fish & Chips in the new venue overlooking the jetty with bay views Selection of Fresh Local Fish for Sale. Crays in season
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	Penguin Parade
	Summerland Beach Phillip Island VIC 3922 Every evening at dusk. See the Little Penguins come ashore at the World Renowned Penguin Parade at Summerland Beach. Tiered seating with 180 degree elevated viewing. During peak holiday periods bookings are essential. Admittance charges apply
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Adventure
	Rhyll Trout & Bush Tucker Farm
	36 Rhyll Newhaven Road Rhyll VIC 3923 Experience the thrill of catching your own trout. Outdoor and Indoor Fishing Areas. Have your catch prepared by our chef in the fully licensed cafe/restaurant-a great experience for all members of the family. Fishing Rods/Lessons Provided. Set on 15 acres with picnic grounds. Country store.
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	National Vietnam Veterans Museum
	25 Veterans Drive Newhaven VIC 3922 Open Daily from 10am. A vast display of weaponry and exhibits depicting the period of Australia’s longest war . Experience Australia's best hologram type exhibit. See fully equipped Cobra Helicopter and over 20,000 memorabilla items. Café on site. Light Meals Great Coffee.
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	Out There Outdoors
	10-12 Phillip Island Rd Newhaven VIC 3925 At Islantis Surf Shop Adventure activities and equipment hire including surfing, kayaking, mountain bikes, snorkeling, eco activities
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	Maze ‘N Things
	1805 Phillip Island Road Cowes VIC 3922 Great Fun for Kids of all Ages! Get Lost In Our Maze Confused on our Gravity Room Shrunk in our Shrinking Room Dropped Down our Lookout Slide intriguing, stimulating and bizarre world of optical illusions, mazes, puzzles, mind games and the delight of Puzzle Island. Mini golf, BBQ’s, Café and Retail Shop. Open 7 days from 10am
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Beach & Surf
	Islantis Surfboards & Surfer Supplies
	Phillip Island Road Newhaven VIC 3925 Call in to our Shop at Phillip Island Road Newhaven (just over the bridge) on Phillip Island Road. Surfing Memorabilia Display See boards from the 30's. Read about the History of Surfing. Test your Skills - Hire a Hawaiin Alaia Board (no fins)
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Fishing/Fishing Charters
	Rhyll Trout & Bush Tucker Farm
	36 Rhyll Newhaven Road Rhyll VIC 3923 Experience the thrill of catching your own trout. Outdoor and Indoor Fishing Areas. Have your catch prepared by our chef in the fully licensed cafe/restaurant-a great experience for all members of the family. Fishing Rods/Lessons Provided. Set on 15 acres with picnic grounds. Country store.
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	Coastal Fishing Information
	Phillip Island VIC 3922 Information about fishing Phillip Island, San Remo, Newhaven, Rhyll, Cowes and Corinella. Boat Ramps, Tide Times, and types of fish you might expect to catch in this area.
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Scenic Cruises
	Wildlife Coast Cruises
	The Rotunda Cowes VIC 3922 Seal Watching Cruises, drift amongst a colony of up to 5000 fur seals at Seal Rocks. Ocean rafting adventure trips around Phillip Island. French Island Tours. Bay Cruises. Wilson Prom Tours. Groups or Function Charters. * Please Check Off Season Hours
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Golf/Bowls/Tennis
	Aussie Golf Ranch Phillip Island 9 holes from $15
	627a Settlement Road Cowes VIC 3922 Australia's Finest Short Game Facility Located On A Private Beach. Championship Par 3 Golf Course. 2 Club Pitch and Putt Course. Extensive Practice Greens. Studio Style Accommodation.
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	Phillip Island Golf Club
	34-44 Settlement Road Cowes VIC 3909 Picturesque 18 Hole Golf Course. Visitors & Green Fee Players Welcome. Facilities include: Clubhouse Bar & Restaurant. Pro Shop 34-44 Settlement Road, Cowes Clubhouse 03 5952 2141 Golf Bookings 03 5921 1121
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Spa/Massage/Beauty
	The Island Spa Wellness Retreat & Cottages
	181-189 Justice Road Cowes VIC 3922 Award winning-opened 2008-purpose built Innovative and Substainable Day Spa. 5 treatment rooms-singles-couples and hydrotheraphy. LI'TYA and Pevonia Botanica treatments. Facials,Hand and Foot treatments, Water theraphies, Body treatments & Wraps. Signature Spa journeys.
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	Island Healing Health Spa and Fitness Centre
	6 Forrest Avenue Newhaven VIC 3925 Remedial, deep tissue and relaxation massage. 6 Forrest Avenue Newhaven Ph: 03 5956 7886
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Walks/Lookouts/Waterfalls
	Phillip Island Walks
	San Remo VIC 1. Penguin Parade-Point Grant Carpark (Nobbies). A 1hr walk from the Penguin Parade to the carpark at Point Grant. South west along unsealed road. Spectacular coastal views. (Bicycles). 2. Ventnor Beach Walk-30 minute walk along the beach. Access gained from Esplanade off Grossard Point Road. Coastal views of Phillip Island and Mornington Peninsula. Good swimming beach. 3. Bush to Bay-From the Koala Conservation Centre to Ryhll. Combines Oswin Roberts Reserve walking track and Conservation Hill & Rhyll Inlet tracks. Approx 7 kilometres one way. By using other carparks can be shortened. Suitable for bicycles. 4. Conservation Hill & Rhyll Inlet - Rhyll Inlet is world renowned habitat for migratory waders. Walking tracks allow for good bird observing opportunities. Also suitable for bicycles. Black Loop-Starts at Conservation Hill, along mangrove boardwalk continuing along Rhyll Inlet to Rhyll approx 90 minutes return. Blue Loop-Starts at Conservation Hill, along mangrove boardwalk to Rhyll Inlet lookout. Approx 1 hr return. Green Loop-Mangrove boardwalk return track. Approx 30 minutes return. 5. Oswin Roberts Reserve-The last remaining remnant bushland on Phillip Island. The walking tracks allow for wildlife observing and are also suitable for bicycles. Black Loop-Starts at carpark situated off Harbison Rd. Approx 4.5 klms 2 hrs return. Blue Loop-Starts at carpark situated off Harbison Rd. Approx 2.5 klms 1 hr return Green Loop-Starts at carpark situated off Harbison Rd. Approx 1.1 klms 30 minutes return. 6. Churchill Island-Small island wih historic buildings, lovely gardens and walking tracks. 5km walk around the island approx 2 hrs. There is also a smaller walk, the North Point Loop which is 2 klms approx 1 hr. Tracks are suitable for bicycles. Please Note: Admission charge to Churchill Island. 7. Woolamai Safety Beach-1hr walk back towards the bridge. Views to San Remo Jetty. Beach access from Cottesloe Ave in Cape Woolamai. Map U16 8. Cape Woolamai-The highest point on Phillip Island (spectacular views) and the largest shearwater rookery. Between Oct-April this area is home to thousands of shearwaters. All walks start from the information shelter at the carpark, then follow the beach to the left for approx 1 kilometre. Pinnacle walk (green markers) Approx 4 klms estimated 2 hrs return. Old Granite Quarry Walk (blue markers) Approx 6klms estimated 3 hour return. Cape Woolamai Beacon Walk (black markers) Approx 6.6 klms estimated 3 hrs 30 minutes return. Cape Woolamai Circuit-Comination of all three walking tracks Approx 8 kilometres - 4 hours 9. Cape Woolamai Surf Beach to Colonnades- Natural attraction featuring columns of basalt best seen at low tide. 10. Forest Caves-Sea caves formed by erosion located just before Surf Beach Estate, left off main Phillip Island Tourist Rd. Walk up the stairs from the carpark onto the beach, then turn left. The caves are only accessible at low tide. Approx 45 minutes return you pass by large sand dunes which are home to thousands of shearwaters Oct-April. 11. Kitty Miller Bay-1 hr walk from Kitty Miller Bay carpark to the east along the beach. This will take you to the site of the wreck of the ‘Speke’. The years have taken their toll leaving but a few remnants. This walk is best carried out at low tide. 12. Pyramid Rock to Berrys Beach-Walk to Berrys beach along gently undulating clifftop track. Enjoy views of Phillip Island’s southern coastline including Point Grant and the Nobbies. Start the walk at either Pyramid Rock carpark (to access the track you will need to walk from the carpark back to Glamis Rd then follow Glamis Rd until you see the start of the track on your right). Approx 2.5 klms 1 hr one way. 13. Swan Lake Trail- Enjoy the tranquility at the only permanent freshwater lake on Phillip Island. Walk to 2 viewing hides for great birdwatching. The easy walk is approx 1.3 klms in length and takes approx 40 minutes return. The trail starts from the carpark on Ventnor Road, 400 mts south of Back Beach Rd (near the Penguin Parade).
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General Information
	National Vietnam Veterans Museum
	25 Veterans Drive Newhaven VIC 3922 Open Daily from 10am. A vast display of weaponry and exhibits depicting the period of Australia’s longest war . Experience Australia's best hologram type exhibit. See fully equipped Cobra Helicopter and over 20,000 memorabilla items. Café on site. Light Meals Great Coffee.
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	Cranbourne Turf Club
	San Remo VIC one hour from the island along the Bass and South Gippsland Hwys is one of the better country clubs in Australia.
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	Woolamai Picnic Races
	San Remo VIC The Woolamai Picnic Races always attract a large crowd over the summer months - take a picnic lunch and enjoy great day out for all the family. Information 03 5678 2344
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	Stony Creek Racing Club
	San Remo VIC Get a Taste of Country Racing at Stony Creek located between Meeniyan and Foster on the South Gippsland Highway. Full TAB meetings conducted throughout the year. Information 03 5664 0099
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	Getting to San Remo
	San Remo VIC By Car: Take the South Eastern Arterial (M1) to the Cranbourne exit, where you will turn into the South Gippsland Hwy M420. Follow to the Bass Hwy A420 which will take you through Grantville, past Corinella and Bass. Turn onto the Phillip Island Tourist Road (B420) through to San Remo. By Bus: V Line Bus to and from Melbourne Daily stops at Grantville, Corinella, Bass, San Remo. Information Ph: 136 196 By Ferry: Inter Island Ferry Connect to the ferry via V-Line to Stony Point. Passenger Ferry Service to Cowes jetty Ph: 9585 5730
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