Whitehall Queenscliff - brilliant group accommodation

Whitehall Queenscliff is a large group guesthouse with 35 to 36 bedrooms, an industrial kitchen and common areas, set up for families or groups taking the whole place. Dogs are welcome, usually by prior arrangement, which is rare at this scale.

The dog setup

Dogs of any size are allowed, up to three per stay, and there is reportedly no additional pet fee. Pets must be approved in advance, and cats may also be allowed on request. Booking platforms can conflict on the details, so confirm the dog arrangements, the cap and any conditions directly with the host before you book.

The vibe

This is group scale accommodation with large rooms, shared common areas and an industrial kitchen, geared to gatherings rather than a couple's getaway. It suits families or groups, potentially with more than one dog, who want the whole house rather than separate bookings. You are in Queenscliff within walking distance of town, so morning and evening walks with the dog do not need the car.

Getting there

Queenscliff sits at the bottom of the Bellarine Peninsula, about an hour and a half from Melbourne via the Geelong road. Once you are in town, most of what you need is on foot, with off street parking at the property for the car you leave behind.

While you're out there

The Point Lonsdale Dog Beach offers off lead access a short trip away, and The Salty Breeze Cafe in Princess Park welcomes dogs at its covered outdoor seating. If your group needs a second dog friendly option for overflow, Seaview House Queenscliff is another historic property in town.

More options are on the Victoria pet friendly stays guide and the Queenscliff destination page.