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Drift House

5.0 star property
Adults-only guesthouse with free breakfast and restaurant
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Suite Three | Terrace/patio
Free daily local cuisine breakfast
Suite Five
Exterior
Suite Three | Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The price is NZ$569
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec

Explore the area

Map
96 Gipps Street, Port Fairy, VIC, 3284
  • Port Fairy Coastal Reserve
    1 min walk
  • East Beach
    6 min walk
  • Eclectic Designs Glass Blowing Studio
    8 min walk
  • Warrnambool, VIC (WMB)
    23 min drive

Room options

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Suite Two | Living area

Suite Two

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite Six

Suite Six

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Suite Five

Suite Five

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Suite One

Suite One

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite Three | In-room dining

Suite Three

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite Four

Suite Four

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 62 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Port Fairy

A luxury stay in Port Fairy awaits you at Drift House. Within a 20-minute stroll, you'll find East Beach and Griffith Island. Highlights at this guest house include free breakfast (local cuisine), a restaurant and free self-parking. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Other amenities include a garden, a picnic area and free newspapers in the lobby. Each morning free breakfast is served. .With a stay at this 5-property class Port Fairy guest house, you'll be 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Port Fairy Lighthouse and 4.6 km (2.9 mi) from Port Fairy Golf Club.

What's nearby

  • Port Fairy Coastal Reserve - 1 min walk
  • East Beach - 6 min walk
  • Port Fairy History Centre - 9 min walk
  • Griffith Island - 18 min walk
  • Port Fairy Golf Club - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Warrnambool Station - 23 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 165 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blake's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪East Beach Take Away - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lemongrass Thai Port Fairy - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Time & Tide - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Star - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Drift House

Adults-only guesthouse with free breakfast and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. The luxury Drift House also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Port Fairy guest house is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Drift House offers 6 accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and espresso makers. Bathrooms include dressing gowns, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 14 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 14 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 14 years old aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

Drift House Port Fairy
Drift Port Fairy
Drift House Port Fairy Victoria
Drift House Hotel Port Fairy
Drift House Hotel
Drift House Apartment Port Fairy
Drift House Apartment
Drift House Guesthouse
Drift House Port Fairy
Drift House Guesthouse Port Fairy

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Drift House?

Yep, Drift House has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Drift House?

As of 22 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drift House on 23 Dec 2024 start from NZ$569.08, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Drift House?

Yep, Drift House is a short 6-minute walk from East Beach.

Is Drift House family-friendly?

No, Drift House is an adults-only property.

Does Drift House serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary local cuisine brekkie is available daily between 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Drift House?

No, Drift House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Drift House?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Drift House's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Drift House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Drift House?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Drift House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bettina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here. Our suite was spacious, comfortable and luxurious, and we were warmly welcomed. The in-house dining experience was superb, especially the pre-dinner drinks around an open fire, and chats with other guests. Scrumptious breakfast the next morning was a highlight too. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine Clare

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful boutique hotel in lovely seaside town
The hotel is set in a period building, however the interiors are very modern, stylish and stunningly well designed. The service was excellent, and the breakfast (which was included in the room rate) was first class. We ate in the restaurant in the evening which served an excellent tapas meal which is great for sharing. I would highly recommend this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Won
A wonderful stay at drift house, it was just perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lucy, Melbourne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully designed rooms, friendly staff and wholesome locally produced breakfast. We will definitely be back to this gorgeous spot, very relaxing few days
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Six bed roomed property close to all amenities in Fort Fairy. Modern spacious rooms with excellent facilities. Buffet breakfast using locally sourced ingredients. Staff very friendly and helpful . Communication from the property very good. Would recommend staying here if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are spacious, well laid out, and interesting. Host is very helpful. Breakfasts are great. Walking distance to town center.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was simply amazing, the property is stunning!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cliff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
amazing place to stay
We stayed in Suite 1 An amazing place to stay with a fantastic locally sourced buffet breakfast equal to any 5 star hotel. Rooms are large and well equipped with kitchen, large TV , modern bathroom/ shower and separate bath. Easy walking to harbour and Griffth's Island. Owners are very accommodating and friendly. Absolutely recommend staying here if visiting Port Fairy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms are beautiful. Great design and style. The owners are friendly and attentive. We stayed for 4 nights and only criticism was the sameness of the breakfast offer, but that is a very small gripe in anotherwise first class bed and breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful well thought out accommodation. Very comfortable and clean. John and Coleen excellent hosts and very helpful and informative. Delicious home made breakfast. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Port Fairy Drift House
weekend of luxury away from home
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stu, Calgary Alberta

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An absolutely beautiful property and exceptional service. They have paid attention to all the small details that make a stay memorable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect place to stay after Great Ocean Road
Fabulous place to stay in the nice town of Port Fairy. Beautiful room with a balcony. Good recommendation for dinner. Yoyos in room were excellent. Good continental style breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the most wonderful hotels I’ve ever stayed in. The room was just stunning, with lovely facilities and the bath was amazing. The hosts were fab and couldn’t have done more, you definitely should book this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Make the Drift House your first choice!
The style, peace and tranquility of the Drift House was wonderful. Port Fairy too, is the most charming and live-able, relaxed yet sophisticated and beautiful respite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tony, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Phenomenal property, beautifully decorated. Large sitting area, very comfortable bed. Amazing amenities. Great location, walk to downtown and restaurants. Do-it-yourself very nice breakfast, good coffee. A great stop after the Great Ocean Road.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely perfect. Great location, wonderful host
Loved the detail and the amazing breakfast. Fell in love with Port Fairy and staying at Drift House made it all a fabulous 10/10 experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Zara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing design hotel
Wonderful stay. It’s a beautifully designed hotel, our room (room one) was stunning, clean and incredibly comfortable, with loads of space for us to relax in. The owners are wonderful a give you amazing tips and suggestions for things to do in Port Fairy and where to eat. We can’t wait to come back!