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Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night near Whale Viewing Platform on Hotels.com. These hotels close to Whale Viewing Platform consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on September 7, 2026.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a fireplace, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a statue, framed pictures, and a red carpet leading to a staircase.

A room with a television displaying a tennis match, a wardrobe, a bed, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, a floor lamp, a round window with a green view, and a small side table with a vase.

Lorelei Bed and Breakfast

2 km from Whale Viewing Platform

Don

CNY729

CNY802 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden flooring, potted plants, and outdoor furniture.

A covered outdoor area with a brick wall, a bench, and a parked car.

A BBQ area with a blue exterior, large windows, and a covered seating area.

An outdoor patio area with wicker chairs, a grill, and a bar counter.

Portland Retro Motel

0.7 km from Whale Viewing Platform

Michaela

CNY483

CNY532 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A modern building with a central pathway flanked by symmetrical landscaping and illuminated entryways.

A modern residential building with a swimming pool, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a clear sky.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, kitchenette, and a balcony with a view of the outdoors.

An aerial view of a beach with clear turquoise waters and a sandy shoreline.

Quest Portland

1.7 km from Whale Viewing Platform

Joey

CNY1,006

CNY1,107 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

A coastal view with a road leading to a beach, surrounded by dense greenery.

A sign for Whalers Rest Motor Inn indicating a light truck and boat entry.

A covered outdoor patio with a grill, seating area, and a microwave on a shelf.

A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a couch.

Whalers Rest Motor Inn

2.7 km from Whale Viewing Platform

Vicki

CNY558

CNY614 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A mobile home with a covered porch and a fenced yard.

A modern kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a TV, and a microwave.

A neatly made bed with a blue blanket and a white towel, two wall-mounted lights, a window with curtains, and a wooden ceiling beam.

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a built-in microwave, a gas stove, and a large window with blinds.

Portland Tourist Park

0.8 km from Whale Viewing Platform

Ondriya

CNY563

CNY619 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea and a road.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a refrigerator, a coffee maker, and two white bar stools.

A coastal landscape with a grassy area, a road leading to a pier, and a distant industrial structure.

Centreport Units

1.2 km from Whale Viewing Platform

Margaret

CNY894

CNY1,063 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A garden area with a brick wall, wooden fence, and various plants.

A coastal road with a beach on one side and a parking area with several cars.

A kitchen with a black countertop, two wooden stools, a black dishwasher, and a framed picture on the wall.

A backyard with a barbecue area, picnic tables, and a wooden deck.

Mariner Motel

0.5 km from Whale Viewing Platform

Ian

CNY707

CNY778 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A stone building with a green door and a sign for the Quality Hotel.

A room with a patterned carpet, a sofa, a chair, a lamp, a television, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, a stone wall, and a window with curtains.

A staircase with ornate railings leading to a landing.

Quality Hotel Bentinck

1.9 km from Whale Viewing Platform

Geoffrey

CNY839

CNY923 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a dining area, a TV, a sofa, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

A small kitchen with a microwave, sink, and cabinets. There is a dining table with chairs and a vase with flowers.

A compact kitchen with a dining area, a black sofa with red cushions, and a vase with flowers on the table.

Victoria Lodge Motor Inn And Apartments

0.9 km from Whale Viewing Platform

Murray

CNY668

CNY735 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A restaurant with a view of a road and trees.

A reception area with a brick wall, a wooden reception desk, and a bulletin board with various notices.

A bathroom with a large bathtub, a mirror, and a counter with toiletries.

A beach with the word "Porto" written in the sand, boats in the water, and a distant cityscape.

Richmond Henty Hotel

1.5 km from Whale Viewing Platform

Jennifer

CNY552

CNY607 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A beach with people walking and surfing.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a bathroom, and a framed picture on the wall.

A motel with a signboard, a wooden fence, and a grassy area.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, towel rack, trash can, and a microwave.

Admella Motel

1 km from Whale Viewing Platform

Darren

CNY492

CNY541 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a sliding glass door to the outside.

A two-story building with a red roof and brick walls, located at a street corner with a sidewalk and a grassy area.

A compact kitchen with teal cabinets, a microwave, and an air conditioning unit on the wall.

Two wooden benches under a tree in a park.

Melaleuca Motel

2.1 km from Whale Viewing Platform

Steph

CNY611

CNY672 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, ornate wall patterns, and a chandelier.

A motel with a covered parking area, individual rooms with sliding doors, and outdoor seating.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a sink.

A row of motel rooms with a gravel driveway and a clear blue sky.

Econo Lodge Portland

1.9 km from Whale Viewing Platform

Michael

CNY593

CNY652 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A modern house with a large glass window, a wooden deck, and a view of the ocean.

A modern living room with a large window, a black wood-burning stove, a wooden table, and a sofa with cushions.

A room with a large window overlooking a wooden deck and a view of a distant landscape.

A modern house with a large glass window, wooden deck, and a black exterior.

Swell At Cape Bridgewater

18.6 km from Whale Viewing Platform

Lisa

CNY967

CNY1,063 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A covered patio with wicker furniture and a view of the sea.

An aerial view of a property with multiple buildings, including a large white house with a sloped roof and several smaller structures. There is a paved driveway and a parking area with cars.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a bookshelf.

A compact kitchen with white cabinetry, a black countertop, a stainless steel oven, and a white dining table with chairs.

Cape Nelson Lighthouse

12.1 km from Whale Viewing Platform

Andrew

CNY1,151

CNY1,532 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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Compare popular hotels close to Whale Viewing Platform

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Lorelei Bed and Breakfast	10.0 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
Portland Retro Motel	9.2 Wonderful 232 reviews	View
Quest Portland	8.8 Excellent 581 reviews	View
Whalers Rest Motor Inn	8.6 Excellent 397 reviews	View
Portland Tourist Park	8.4 Very Good 159 reviews	View

Other landmarks near Whale Viewing Platform

Nuns Beach

8.8/10 (119 reviews)

If being by the water is a major draw, Nuns Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from central Portland.

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Portland Arts Centre

8.4/10 (55 reviews)

Portland Arts Centre is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from central Portland, why not stop by during your stay. If you have fun at Portland Arts Centre, you'll love Portland Cable Tram Depot Museum, just a short walk away.

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Great South West Walk

8.8/10 (135 reviews)

Great South West Walk is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from central Portland, why not stop by during your stay.

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Powerhouse Motor & Car Museum

8.6/10 (55 reviews)

Powerhouse Motor & Car Museum is 1 mi (1.6 km) from central Portland, why not stop by during your stay. If you want to experience more of the culture Portland has to offer, head to Great South West Walk, Nuns Beach, and Nelson Bay Coastal Reserve.

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Fawthrop Lagoon

8.4/10 (48 reviews)

Check out the water views and take some great vacation pics at Fawthrop Lagoon in Portland.

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Portland Cable Tram Depot Museum

8.8/10 (94 reviews)

Portland Cable Tram Depot Museum is 1.2 mi (2 km) from central Portland, why not stop by during your stay. If you want to experience more of the culture Portland has to offer, head to Great South West Walk, Nuns Beach, and Nelson Bay Coastal Reserve.

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Portland Golf Club

7.6/10 (18 reviews)

You might want to practice your swing at Portland Golf Club, a golf course located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from central Portland.

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Bolwarra H45 Bushland Reserve

8.0/10 (1 review)

Commune with nature and explore Bolwarra H45 Bushland Reserve located 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from central Bolwarra. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Bolwarra H43 Bushland Reserve, just a short walk away.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels near Whale Viewing Platform?

Guests love staying at Mariner Motel, which is a motel near Whale Viewing Platform.
Also highly rated is Portland Retro Motel, which is just steps away.
You'll find 79 lodging options in the surrounding area to choose from including hotels and vacation rentals.

How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near Whale Viewing Platform?

Find the best options on Hotels.com for your travel budget by entering your search criteria and sorting by price. Pricing varies based on where you plan to go and when.

Search for the lowest price per night from CNY532

Can I find hotels close to Whale Viewing Platform that are fully refundable?

Yes, you'll find many hotels that offer refundable room rates as long as you cancel by the cancellation deadline. To find refundable rates, select the "Fully refundable" filter when searching for hotels.

A couple of highly rated hotels near Whale Viewing Platform that offer these rates are Victoria Lodge Motor Inn And Apartments and Quest Portland.

What are the best romantic hotels near Whale Viewing Platform?

For a romantic stay, Richmond Henty Hotel offers a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and 4 bars/lounges. It's a short 2-minute drive from Whale Viewing Platform.
Quest Portland is another great choice, and it's a short drive away.

What are the best hotels close to Whale Viewing Platform with free breakfast?

Start your day nourished with a free continental breakfast at Quality Hotel Bentinck, which is a short 2-minute drive from Whale Viewing Platform.
Lorelei Bed and Breakfast is also a recommended place to stay with a free self-serve breakfast, and it's located a short drive away.

Which hotels near Whale Viewing Platform have rooms with great views?

At Portland Retro Motel, there are rooms where you can take in the garden views. The hotel is steps from Whale Viewing Platform.
Another great choice nearby is Lorelei Bed and Breakfast, which has rooms with garden views.

What are the best hotels near Whale Viewing Platform with free parking?

Travelers looking to drive and park with ease should consider a stay at Mariner Motel, which offers free parking. You'll be steps from Whale Viewing Platform.
Portland Retro Motel also has free parking and is just steps away.

What are the best hotels near Whale Viewing Platform with a pool?

If swimming is at the top of your list, Richmond Henty Hotel has an outdoor pool. Whale Viewing Platform is a short 2-minute drive from the hotel.
Another great choice for a hotel with a pool is Quest Portland.

What cheap motels can I book close to Whale Viewing Platform?

To save on your stay near Whale Viewing Platform, take a look at Mariner Motel, which offers parking and Netflix.
Also consider Portland Retro Motel, which is another affordable motel in the area.

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