Where should car-free visitors stay for Great Ocean Road and Phillip Island tours?

Keep restaurants and a late return option within an easy walk. Both excursions are long days, so prioritise sleep and logistics over a room with extra facilities.

Confirm bed configuration in writing, including whether a 'king' can be split, and compare recent room reviews. Parent and adult child needs may differ from the standard double room.

Ask each tour operator for the actual pickup points and departure times before booking the hotel. A central hotel name may not be an official collection stop.