Great Ocean Road Brewhouse Apollo Bay

Hotels
5.7 (234 reviews)
29-35 Great Ocean Road , Apollo Bay , au

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Karaoke
Non-smoking throughout
Kid meals
Evening entertainment
Entertainment staff
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Good food
Cons:
Unfriendly staff
Uncomfortable beds
Lack of amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
5.6
Rooms are clean but some mentioned dustiness.
Service
6.07
Staff were described as unfriendly and unhelpful.
Location
8.1
Great and convenient location mentioned in multiple reviews.
Room Quality
4.56
Rooms considered outdated and uncomfortable beds.
Amenities
4.59
Lacked basic amenities like drinking water and coffee pots.
Value for Money
5.55
Average pricing, but value perceived as low due to comfort issues.
Food and Beverage
6.6
Good food at reasonable prices.
Overall Experience
4.57
Mixed reviews with significant negatives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 03:01

Property Description

Great Ocean Road Brewhouse Apollo Bay offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience in Apollo Bay.

Restaurant and Bar: Indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant and unwind with a refreshing drink at the bar.

Family-Friendly Accommodation: With family rooms available, the property ensures a comfortable stay for guests of all ages. The sun terrace adds a charming touch to your experience.

Exciting Activities: From hiking to windsurfing, guests can partake in various activities in the picturesque surroundings of Apollo Bay.

Experience the best of Apollo Bay at Great Ocean Road Brewhouse Apollo Bay. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

5.7
Based on 234 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.6
Service: 6.07
Location: 8.1
Room Quality: 4.56
Amenities: 4.59
Value for Money: 5.55
Food and Beverage: 6.6
Overall Experience: 4.57
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Lee-Anne • couple • au
10
2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Warncken • couple • au
4
Pros:

Location was close to beach.

Cons:

The room was different to what was advertised . Very small with just an ensemble bed. And a sink.
Very loud wirh people coming in and out up until midnight.

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Jan • couple • se
5
2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Adnan • extended_group • au
8
Enjoyable yet challenging
Pros:

I must formally acknowledge that the failure to upgrade this room was entirely my own administrative oversight. The property does, in fact, accommodate three people; if one interprets “accommodate” in the most legally defensible sense of the word.

The sleeping arrangement consisted of a twin and single bed configured in what can only be described as an optimistic bunk-style formation. This may well suit three moderately sized Europeans. It is, however, a more complex proposition when one member of the travelling party measures 6 ft 5.

Following robust feedback in the Twisty Di** WhatsApp group, I have reflected deeply on my performance as Trip Organiser. While my historical record in this role has been strong, this booking will be remembered as a humbling chapter in an otherwise decorated career.

Lessons have been learned. Height and the aforementioned 6 ft 5 individuals last minute decision making will be factored into future procurement decisions.

Cons:

N/A

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Huan • couple • au
10
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Kimberley • family_with_children • au
6
Pros:

Value was pretty good. Location was excellent. Staff were lovely. Pub food was tasty. Discount at restaurant when you stay which is fabulous.

Cons:

There are no tea/coffee or toaster facilities in the room. Rooms are up multiple flights of stairs with no disabled access to rooms. Hard for people with mobility issues. Not a fan of shared bathrooms, but they were clean. Would be great for younger family.

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Rajeswary • family_with_children • au
5
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Marcel • solo_traveller • de
6
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • au
5
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Malin • family_with_children • au
6
It was a good place to stop and rest at. Food was good and staff helpful. Great location.
Pros:

Great location!

Cons:

A bit noisy and the windows in our room would not stay open.
Bedding on top bunk had sand all over it.
Otherwise good.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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mark • extended_group • au
3
Is this a guest house or a halfway house for disadvantage who have no alternative, is it a step above being homeless but
Pros:

A unique opportunity to stay above a pub in the heart of Apollo Bay , close to beach and main shopping area.

Cons:

Being blessed with a historic rooming house it should be a no brainer to clean, toilets, showers, hallways and perhaps throw away broken bits of furniture and fixtures. Lazy attitude towards this accommodation aspect of the business if I was to suggest anything please get another service provider to look after this accommodation and maybe get a new playlist for the pub.

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Lynne • couple • gb
6
Pros:

The room was good value for money if rather small.

Cons:

On the night we stayed, which was a Saturday, there was a very loud disco, but it did finish before midnight as promised.

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Rahul • couple • in
6
Location is good
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

Washroom an room should be more hygiene

2026-01-12 • via Nuitee
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Krutika • extended_group • au
1
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The bedsheets were not cleaned... there was something like blood stain on the bedsheets.... the ladder for the bunk bed was broken and ended up hurting one of the person in the family... and it was a major safety hazard... the TV even though shown in pics and all were not working... it wasn't explicitly mentioned but bathroom and toilet was shared with just 2 available over 8 rooms with family bookings... the bunk beds slats were moving and was again quite dangerous for the person sleeping under not knowing if something might fall

2026-01-09 • via Nuitee
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Joseph • couple • ca
5
Pros:

Staff were nice.

Cons:

Loud at night, not enough sound proofing. Bad value.

2026-01-07 • via Nuitee
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Nathan • couple • au
6
Pros:

Great location, small space. Expensive for what was essentially a closet room

2026-01-06 • via Nuitee
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jean paul • couple • fr
5
Très moyen
Pros:

L'emplacement

Cons:

La chambre a besoin d'être rénovée : mobilier, moquette, fenêtre...

2026-01-06 • via Nuitee
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Mallory • family_with_children • au
1
Horrible, stay anywhere else
Pros:

We didn’t like anything.

Cons:

Dirty bed, old bed, holes in mattress, loud, dirty bathrooms

2026-01-04 • via Nuitee
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Oliver • couple • de
6
2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • solo_traveller • ch
2
Nie wieder.
Pros:

Lage

Cons:

Laut. Schlechte Schallisolierung und Lärm durch die Bar. Mit besserer Isolierung könnte man dies lösen.
Man konnte nicht richtig verdunkeln und draussen brannte das Licht. Sauber war es auch nicht. Man konnte im Staub schreiben. Pflegeprodukte selber mitnehmen, diese waren leer. Ich habe dies gebucht weil es im Ort nicht mehr anderes hatte. Viel zu teuer für das was man bekommt. Lieber ein Ort vorher buchen und etwas mehr fahren. Tip: Ohrstöpsel mitnehmen, nur deswegen konnte ich schlafen.

2026-01-01 • via Nuitee