Hotel Sorrento

Historic 2025 Best Hotel in Victoria overlooking Port Phillip Bay from the Sorrento clifftops

Location & History

Hotel Sorrento sits on the Sorrento clifftops, a two-minute walk from the township and Sorrento Front Beach. The property has operated since 1872, giving it significant cultural heritage as a local landmark. Guests can reach Mornington Peninsula wineries and Point Nepean National Park within a short drive from the hotel.

Rooms & Accommodation

The Sorrento hotel offers Classic rooms, King Rooms with Sea View, Deluxe King Studios, and other accommodation types with contemporary design and spacious layouts. Rooms include private balconies that overlook Port Phillip Bay, the pool area, or the surrounding township. The Deluxe King Studio features a leather sofa and fireplace, while the Deluxe Room includes an outdoor bathtub on a private terrace.

Dining & Bars

Hotel Sorrento operates two restaurants, including Shihuishi for Asian cuisine and a main dining room serving dinner and breakfast. The hotel has four bars: the Lobby Bar for in-house guests, a pool bar serving cocktails and seasonal fare, a rooftop bar, and a lively front bar. A Gourmet Chef's Table experience is available, featuring dishes made with locally-sourced ingredients.

Wellness & Recreation

The Sorrento Hotel Victoria provides an adults-only oasis with a 30-metre outdoor pool, sun terrace, and poolside bar for cocktails and snacks. Guests can use a state-of-the-art gym, a yoga deck, a steam room, and a wellness spa that offers treatments such as Ananda spa therapies. The pool area includes sun loungers and umbrellas, with pool/beach towels provided.

Business & Events

Hotel Sorrento has a purpose-built conferencing space that accommodates over 100 delegates, supported by a dedicated on-site Events team. The venue offers state-of-the-art conference facilities with customisable setups for corporate meetings and private functions. A year-round events calendar includes live music in the bars and seasonal entertainment programs.

• Location: Clifftop perch, 2 min walk from Sorrento Front Beach & Mornington Peninsula wineries
• Rooms: King Rooms with Sea View, Deluxe King Studios, Classic rooms with balconies
• Dining: 2 restaurants (Shihuishi, main dining room) & 4 bars (Lobby Bar, pool bar, rooftop, front bar)
• Wellness: Adults-only 30-metre pool, gym, yoga deck, steam room, wellness spa
• Business: Conference space for 100+ delegates with dedicated Events team
• History: Landmark hotel since 1872, awarded 2025 Best Hotel in Victoria