Athelstane House
Property Information
Athelstane House is a contactless venue, you will receive an information pack 2 days before your arrival via email and text message.
Please note that staff are on-site limited hours and available via call and text 24/7. If you have any questions about our contactless service please don't hesitate to get in touch.
Built in 1860, Athelstane House is Queenscliff's oldest operating guesthouse. A complete interior renovation added many contemporary luxuries but the building still maintains its historic exterior.
Our nine rooms have their own en-suites (eight with corner baths**) all with televisions, split system air conditioners, ceiling fans and breakfast in our dining room or via room service available with B&B rates. All rooms have in room tea (T2) and coffee facilities and all have bar size refrigerators.
All guests are welcome to enjoy every part of the hotel including front sitting room, verandahs, courtyard and garden.
We have a variety of rates with different inclusions, to check what is included in your reservation please consult your confirmation email or email us for further details.
Eight of our nine rooms are located on the first floor (approx. 20 steps up). One of our rooms is located on the ground floor - The Courtyard Room .
*WIFI is available in common areas, however, due to pending infrastructure in Queenscliff may not be available in your room. WIFI dongles are provided on request if required in rooms without a strong WIFI signal. For further information please email info@athelstane.com.au
** Please note that all of our rooms have the shower over the bath except our Courtyard Room which has a walk in shower. Unfortunately, due to the buildings structure we have been unable to install handrails at this time. Should you require more information on this please email info@athelstane.com.au
Property Features
- Library
- Free WiFi
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Air-Conditioning
- Non-Smoking Property
- Fresh linen supplied
- Coastal Bike Ride
- Garden
- Conference Facilities
- Special Retreats
- Coastal Walks
- TV
- Non-Smoking Rooms
- Free Parking
- Coastal Walks, Fish, Kayaking, Sailing
- WiFi Internet
- Street parking
- Air Conditioning
- Laundry Service
Accommodation Details
Small Standard Room (Rooms 3 & 4) Book
Small Standard Room Highlights:
~ Shower over Large Corner Soaking Bath – perfect for relaxing after a day of exploration!
~ In Room Tea & Coffee making facilities
~ Quiet space overlooking the courtyard
~ Split system air conditioning
~ Mini fridge - stock as you wish
~ Double Bed
~ Our Small Standard rooms are located on the first floor (20 steps up)
Our Small Standard Rooms are our most petite option - for more space please explore our other room options
Please email the guesthouse for specific room requests.
Your room includes:
~ Complimentary A La Carte Breakfast Daily *In room continental only on Monday & Tuesday mornings as advertised*
~ 12pm checkout – sleep late or explore a little more!
~ Complimentary WIFI
~ Daily Housekeeping Service – let us make the bed!
~ Complimentary Off-Street Parking (limited)
***Please note that during low season our A La Carte breakfast is replaced with an in-room continental breakfast on Monday and Tuesday mornings; the details are outlined in our booking engine and reflected in our rates. Continental Breakfast includes: House-made Muesli with Greek yoghurt, berry compote, a slice of toast with jam and OJ ***
Athelstane House is a contactless venue, you will receive an information pack 2 days before your arrival via email and text message.
Please note that staff are on-site limited hours and available via call and text 24/7. If you have any questions about our contactless service please don't hesitate to get in touch.
- Room Service
- Non-Smoking
- Clock Radio
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Complimentary toiletries
- Double Bed
- Hairdryer
- Iron/Ironing board
- Fridge - Bar Fridge
- Linen provided
- Linen and Towels Provided
- Television
- Daily Room Service
- Air-conditioning
- Mini Fridge
- Bath
- Ceiling Fans
- Wireless Internet
- Shower over bath
- Laundry Service
- Stairs
- Heating
Small Standard Room ROOM ONLY Book
Enjoy a stay at the house with a special Room Only rate!
Please note this exclusive room rate has none of our regular inclusions.
Check out 11:00am, no daily housekeeping service, no complimentary breakfast.
Small Standard Room Highlights:
~ Shower over Large Corner Soaking Bath – perfect for relaxing after a day of exploration!
~ In Room Tea & Coffee making facilities
~ Quiet space overlooking the courtyard
~ Split system air conditioning
~ Mini fridge - stock as you wish
~ Double Bed
~ Our Small Standard rooms are located on the first floor (20 steps up)
Our Small Standard Rooms are our most petite option - for more space please explore our other room options
Please phone or email the guesthouse for specific room requests.
Athelstane House is a contactless venue, you will receive an information pack 2 days before your arrival via email and text message.
Please note that staff are on-site limited hours and available via call and text 24/7. If you have any questions about our contactless service please don't hesitate to get in touch.
- Room Service
- Non-Smoking
- Clock Radio
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Complimentary toiletries
- Double Bed
- Hairdryer
- Iron/Ironing board
- Fridge - Bar Fridge
- Linen provided
- Linen and Towels Provided
- Television
- Daily Room Service
- Air-conditioning
- Mini Fridge
- Bath
- Ceiling Fans
- Wireless Internet
- Shower over bath
- Laundry Service
- Stairs
- Heating
Room 8 Standard Room Book
Standard Room Highlights:
~ Shower over Large Corner Soaking Bath – perfect for relaxing after a day of exploration!
~ In Room Tea & Coffee making facilities
~ Mini fridge - stock as you wish
~ Queen Bed
~ Split system air conditioning
~ Quiet space overlooking our terrace and garden
~ 2 lounge chairs, in room magazines and small free standing cupboard
~ Our Standard room is located on the first floor (20 steps up)
Your room includes:
~ Complimentary A La Carte Breakfast Daily *In room continental only on Monday & Tuesday mornings as advertised*
~ 12pm checkout – sleep late or explore a little more!
~ Complimentary WIFI
~ Daily Housekeeping Service – let us make the bed!
~ Complimentary Off-Street Parking (limited)
***Please note that during low season our A La Carte breakfast is replaced with an in-room continental breakfast on Monday and Tuesday mornings; the details are outlined in our booking engine and reflected in our rates. Continental Breakfast includes: House-made Muesli with Greek yoghurt, berry compote, a slice of toast with jam and OJ ***
Athelstane House is a contactless venue, you will receive an information pack 2 days before your arrival via email and text message.
Please note that staff are on-site limited hours and available via call and text 24/7. If you have any questions about our contactless service please don't hesitate to get in touch.
- Shower over Bath/Spa
- Heating
- Room Service
- Bath
- Ceiling Fans
- Non-Smoking
- Daily Room Service
- Wireless Internet
- Stairs
- Queen bed
- Television
- Iron/Ironing board
- Linen and Towels Provided
- Hairdryer
- Fridge - Bar Fridge
Standard Room ROOM ONLY Book
Enjoy a stay at the house with a special Room Only rate!
Please note this exclusive room rate has none of our regular inclusions.
Check out 11:00am, no daily housekeeping service, no complimentary breakfast.
Standard Room Highlights:
~ Shower over Large Corner Soaking Bath – perfect for relaxing after a day of exploration!
~ In Room Tea & Coffee making facilities
~ Mini fridge - stock as you wish
~ Queen Bed
~ Split system air conditioning
~ Quiet space overlooking our terrace and garden
~ 2 lounge chairs and small free standing cupboard
~ Our Standard room is located on the first floor (20 steps up)
Athelstane House is a contactless venue, you will receive an information pack 2 days before your arrival via email and text message.
Please note that staff are on-site limited hours and available via call and text 24/7. If you have any questions about our contactless service please don't hesitate to get in touch.
- Shower over Bath/Spa
- Heating
- Room Service
- Bath
- Ceiling Fans
- Non-Smoking
- Daily Room Service
- Wireless Internet
- Stairs
- Queen bed
- Television
- Iron/Ironing board
- Linen and Towels Provided
- Hairdryer
- Fridge - Bar Fridge
Room 10 Courtyard Room Book
Courtyard Room Highlights
~ Walk-in Shower
~ Tea & Coffee making facilities in room
~ Mini fridge in room - stock as you wish
~ 1 Queen Bed & 1 King Single Bed (charges apply for third guest)
~ Split system air conditioning
~ Two chairs and coffee table - sit back and relax
~ Ground floor room
~ Access to this room is through our internal courtyard
Your room includes:
~ Complimentary A La Carte Breakfast Daily *In room continental only on Monday & Tuesday mornings as advertised*
~ 12pm checkout – sleep late or explore a little more!
~ Complimentary WIFI
~ Daily Housekeeping Service – let us make the bed!
~ Complimentary Off-Street Parking (limited)
***Please note that during low season our A La Carte breakfast is replaced with an in-room continental breakfast on Monday and Tuesday mornings; the details are outlined in our booking engine and reflected in our rates. Continental Breakfast includes: House-made Muesli with Greek yoghurt, berry compote, a slice of toast with jam and OJ ***
Athelstane House is a contactless venue, you will receive an information pack 2 days before your arrival via email and text message.
Please note that staff are on-site limited hours and available via call and text 24/7. If you have any questions about our contactless service please don't hesitate to get in touch.
- Queen bed
- Heating
- Television
- Wireless Internet
- Complimentary toiletries
- Room Service
- Iron/Ironing board
- Linen and Towels Provided
- Non-Smoking
- Linen provided
- Hairdryer
- Ceiling Fans
- Daily Room Service
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Fridge - Bar Fridge
- Shower - separate
- Tea/Coffee Making
- Mini Fridge
- Air-conditioning
- Single Bed
Courtyard Room ROOM ONLY Book
Enjoy a stay at the house with a special Room Only rate!
Please note this exclusive room rate has none of our regular inclusions.
Check out 11:00am, no daily housekeeping service, no complimentary breakfast.
Courtyard Room Highlights
~ Walk-in Shower
~ Tea & Coffee making facilities in room
~ Mini fridge in room - stock as you wish
~ 1 Queen Bed & 1 King Single Bed (charges apply for third guest)
~ Split system air conditioning
~ Two chairs and coffee table - sit back and relax
~ Ground floor room
~ Access to this room is through our internal courtyard
Athelstane House is a contactless venue, you will receive an information pack 2 days before your arrival via email and text message.
Please note that staff are on-site limited hours and available via call and text 24/7. If you have any questions about our contactless service please don't hesitate to get in touch.
- Queen bed
- Heating
- Television
- Wireless Internet
- Complimentary toiletries
- Room Service
- Iron/Ironing board
- Linen and Towels Provided
- Non-Smoking
- Linen provided
- Hairdryer
- Ceiling Fans
- Daily Room Service
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Fridge - Bar Fridge
- Shower - separate
- Tea/Coffee Making
- Mini Fridge
- Air-conditioning
- Single Bed
Balcony Room (Rooms 2, 5 & 6) Book
Balcony Room Highlights:
~ Shower over Large Corner Soaking Bath – perfect for relaxing after a day of exploration!
~ Private Deck towards rear of hotel overlooking the surrounding roof tops with outdoor setting (Room 5 & 6) or shared (semi-private) wrap around balcony overlooking the corner of Hobson & Hesse Street with outdoor setting (Room 2)
~ In Room Tea & Coffee making facilities
~ Mini fridge in room - stock as you wish
~ Queen Bed
~ Split system air conditioning
~ Bathroom amenities by Lather
~ Room 2, 5 and 6 are located on the first floor (20 steps up)
Please email the guesthouse for specific room requests.
Your room includes:
~ Complimentary A La Carte Breakfast Daily *In room continental only on Monday & Tuesday mornings as advertised*
~ 12pm checkout – sleep late or explore a little more!
~ Complimentary WIFI & Daily PRESSHUB Newspapers
~ Daily Housekeeping Service – let us make the bed!
~ Complimentary Off-Street Parking (limited)
***Please note that during low season our A La Carte breakfast is replaced with an in-room continental breakfast on Monday and Tuesday mornings; the details are outlined in our booking engine and reflected in our rates. Continental Breakfast includes: House-made Muesli with Greek yoghurt, berry compote, a slice of toast with jam and OJ ***
Athelstane House is a contactless venue, you will receive an information pack 2 days before your arrival via email and text message.
Please note that staff are on-site limited hours and available via call and text 24/7. If you have any questions about our contactless service please don't hesitate to get in touch.
- Balcony
- Hairdryer
- Queen bed
- Non-Smoking
- Tea/Coffee Making
- Bath
- Outdoor Setting
- Daily Room Service
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Complimentary toiletries
- Linen and Towels Provided
- Television
- Iron/Ironing board
- Air-conditioning
- Linen provided
- Stairs
- Ceiling Fans
- Room Service
- Shower over bath
- Fridge - Bar Fridge
- Telephone
- Heating
- Wireless Internet
- Small Balcony
Balcony Room ROOM ONLY Book
Enjoy a stay at the house with a special Room Only rate!
Please note this exclusive room rate has none of our regular inclusions.
Check out 11:00am, no daily housekeeping service, no complimentary breakfast.
Balcony Room Highlights:
~ Shower over Large Corner Soaking Bath
~ Private Deck towards rear of hotel overlooking the surrounding roof tops with outdoor setting (Room 5 & 6) or shared (semi-private) wrap around balcony overlooking the corner of Hobson & Hesse Street with outdoor setting (Room 2)
~ In Room Tea & Coffee making facilities
~ Mini fridge in room - stock as you wish
~ Queen Bed
~ Split system air conditioning
~ Bathroom amenities by Lather
~ Room 2, 5 and 6 are located on the first floor (20 steps up)
Please phone or email the guesthouse for specific room requests.
Athelstane House is a contactless venue, you will receive an information pack 2 days before your arrival via email and text message.
Please note that staff are on-site limited hours and available via call and text 24/7. If you have any questions about our contactless service please don't hesitate to get in touch.
- Balcony
- Hairdryer
- Queen bed
- Non-Smoking
- Tea/Coffee Making
- Bath
- Outdoor Setting
- Daily Room Service
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Complimentary toiletries
- Linen and Towels Provided
- Television
- Iron/Ironing board
- Air-conditioning
- Linen provided
- Stairs
- Ceiling Fans
- Room Service
- Shower over bath
- Fridge - Bar Fridge
- Telephone
- Heating
- Wireless Internet
- Small Balcony
Room 7 Large Standard Room Book
Large Standard Room Highlights:
~ King Bed
~ Shower over Large Corner Soaking Bath – perfect for relaxing after a day of exploration!
~ In Room Tea & Coffee making facilities
~ Mini fridge - stock as you wish
~ Split system air conditioning
~ Spacious room – unwind in your own space, couches and chairs in room.
~ Quiet space overlooking our terrace and garden
~ Our Large Standard room is located on the first floor (20 steps up)
Your room includes:
~ Complimentary A La Carte Breakfast Daily *In room continental only on Monday & Tuesday mornings as advertised*
~ 12pm checkout – sleep late or explore a little more!
~ Complimentary WIFI
~ Daily Housekeeping Service – let us make the bed!
~ Complimentary Off-Street Parking (limited)
***Please note that during low season our A La Carte breakfast is replaced with an in-room continental breakfast on Monday and Tuesday mornings; the details are outlined in our booking engine and reflected in our rates. Continental Breakfast includes: House-made Muesli with Greek yoghurt, berry compote, a slice of toast with jam and OJ ***
Athelstane House is a contactless venue, you will receive an information pack 2 days before your arrival via email and text message.
Please note that staff are on-site limited hours and available via call and text 24/7. If you have any questions about our contactless service please don't hesitate to get in touch.
- Room Service
- Ceiling Fans
- Wireless Internet
- Shower over bath
- Mini Fridge
- Bath
- Hairdryer
- Stairs
- Tea/Coffee Making
- King Bed
- Linen and Towels Provided
- Heating
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Laundry Service
- Bathroom
- Non-Smoking
- Daily Room Service
- Fridge - Bar Fridge
- Complimentary toiletries
- Bathroom amenities
- Television
- Iron/Ironing board
- Air-conditioning
- Linen provided
Large Standard ROOM ONLY Book
Enjoy a stay at the house with a special Room Only rate!
Please note this exclusive room rate has none of our regular inclusions.
Check out 11:00am, no daily housekeeping service, no complimentary breakfast.
Large Standard Room Highlights:
~ King Bed
~ Shower over Large Corner Soaking Bath
~ In Room Tea & Coffee making facilities
~ Mini fridge - stock as you wish
~ Split system air conditioning
~ Spacious room – unwind in your own space, couches and chairs in room.
~ Quiet space overlooking our terrace and garden
~ Our Large Standard room is located on the first floor (20 steps up)
Athelstane House is a contactless venue, you will receive an information pack 2 days before your arrival via email and text message.
Please note that staff are on-site limited hours and available via call and text 24/7. If you have any questions about our contactless service please don't hesitate to get in touch.
- Room Service
- Ceiling Fans
- Wireless Internet
- Shower over bath
- Mini Fridge
- Bath
- Hairdryer
- Stairs
- Tea/Coffee Making
- King Bed
- Linen and Towels Provided
- Heating
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Laundry Service
- Bathroom
- Non-Smoking
- Daily Room Service
- Fridge - Bar Fridge
- Complimentary toiletries
- Bathroom amenities
- Television
- Iron/Ironing board
- Air-conditioning
- Linen provided
Room 1 King Room Book
King Room Highlights
~ King Bed
~ Shower over Large Corner Soaking Bath – perfect for relaxing after a day of exploration!
~ Open Fire Place – ready for a cosy night in (available only in June, July & August)
~ Private Balcony access – Shared (semi-private) wrap around balcony overlooking Hobson & Hesse Street
~ In Room Tea & Coffee making facilities
~ Mini fridge - stock as you wish
~ Split system air conditioning
~ Spacious room with lounge chairs and small dining table plus full size free standing cupboard
~ Our King Room is located on the first floor (20 steps up)
Your room includes:
~ Complimentary A La Carte Breakfast Daily *In room continental only on Monday & Tuesday mornings as advertised*
~ 12pm checkout – sleep late or explore a little more!
~ Complimentary WIFI
~ Daily Housekeeping Service – let us make the bed!
~ Complimentary Off-Street Parking (limited)
***Please note that during low season our A La Carte breakfast is replaced with an in-room continental breakfast on Monday and Tuesday mornings; the details are outlined in our booking engine and reflected in our rates. Continental Breakfast includes: House-made Muesli with Greek yoghurt, berry compote, a slice of toast with jam and OJ ***
Athelstane House is a contactless venue, you will receive an information pack 2 days before your arrival via email and text message.
Please note that staff are on-site limited hours and available via call and text 24/7. If you have any questions about our contactless service please don't hesitate to get in touch.
- Bath
- Television
- Iron/Ironing board
- Fridge - Bar Fridge
- Large Balcony/Terrace
- Linen and Towels Provided
- Ceiling Fans
- Room Service
- Air-conditioning
- Laundry Service
- Stairs
- Heating
- Wireless Internet
- Shower over bath
- Complimentary toiletries
- Non-Smoking
- Verandah
- Outdoor Setting
- King Bed
- Linen provided
- Hairdryer
- Daily Room Service
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Tea/Coffee Making
- Mini Fridge
King Room ROOM ONLY Book
Enjoy a stay at the house with a special Room Only rate!
Please note this exclusive room rate has none of our regular inclusions.
Check out 11:00am, no daily housekeeping service, no complimentary breakfast.
King Room Highlights
~ King Bed
~ Shower over Large Corner Soaking Bath – perfect for relaxing after a day of exploration!
~ Open Fire Place – ready for a cosy night in (available only in June, July & August)
~ Private Balcony access – Shared (semi-private) wrap around balcony overlooking Hobson & Hesse Street
~ In Room Tea & Coffee making facilities
~ Mini fridge - stock as you wish
~ Split system air conditioning
~ Spacious room with lounge chairs and small dining table plus full size free standing cupboard
~ Our King Room is located on the first floor (20 steps up)
Athelstane House is a contactless venue, you will receive an information pack 2 days before your arrival via email and text message.
Please note that staff are on-site limited hours and available via call and text 24/7. If you have any questions about our contactless service please don't hesitate to get in touch.
- Bath
- Television
- Iron/Ironing board
- Fridge - Bar Fridge
- Large Balcony/Terrace
- Linen and Towels Provided
- Ceiling Fans
- Room Service
- Air-conditioning
- Laundry Service
- Stairs
- Heating
- Wireless Internet
- Shower over bath
- Complimentary toiletries
- Non-Smoking
- Verandah
- Outdoor Setting
- King Bed
- Linen provided
- Hairdryer
- Daily Room Service
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Tea/Coffee Making
- Mini Fridge
Terms & Conditions
NOISE: Athelstane is a quiet, tranquil venue where guests come to relax and enjoy our hospitality. Excessive noise will not be tolerated at any time but especially after 10pm. In its absolute discretion, management reserves the right to charge offending guests in the first instance of noise disturbance resulting in a complaint to management a $150 call out fee. In any further call outs management reserves the right to charge offending guests to the full extent of compensation provided to other guests adversely affected by the noise (up to $4,500).
SMOKING: Athelstane House is a non-smoking property. Smoking inside the rooms is strictly prohibited. Please see staff on arrival for designated smoking areas which are available outside of food service times. Any guests found to be smoking in their room will incur a $1,200 cleaning fee plus any fees associated with room changes or cancellations on future reservations that cannot stay in the room.
ETA: Check in is available from 2:00pm onwards. Athelstane House is a contactless venue, you will receive an information pack 2 days before your arrival via email and text message. Please note that staff are on-site limited hours and available via call and text 24/7. If you have any questions about our contactless service please don't hesitate to get in touch.
Breakfast in the event of staff shortages caused by covid: In the event that kitchen staff are unable to attend work due to covid a continental breakfast may be provided in place of our regular offering. In the event that ALL staff are unable to attend work due to covid a refund of the breakfast portion of your room rate will be provided to guests effected who are unable to enjoy our regular offering ($20 per night). Please note that you will be contacted directly if this occurs at anytime, if you are not contacted breakfast service will proceed as normal.
BREAKFAST MONDAY & TUESDAY from MAY TO DECEMBER 2022 (excluding public holidays): During low season our A La Carte breakfast is replaced with an in-room continental breakfast on Monday and Tuesday mornings; the details are outlined in our booking engine and reflected in our rates. Continental Breakfast includes: House-made Muesli with Greek yoghurt, berry compote, a slice of toast with jam and OJ
Please note Athelstane House will not be held responsible for any damage to vehicles in the car park or property left behind in the rooms or public spaces of the guesthouse. By providing your credit card details you authorise Athelstane House to charge the nominated credit card for the amount of your stay as well as any additional services rendered or goods consumed from our restaurant and guesthouse as well as any damages caused or theft. This includes but is not limited to excess cleaning $75/hr, replacement of facilities cost price + $50, late checkout without prior arrangement $75/hr and damages resulting in cancellation of future bookings cost or repair + $300 per day during repairs. Any property left behind can be posted via cash on delivery.
Payment Policy
A valid credit card number is required to secure a booking. Pre-payment in full is made via the credit provided 48 hours before arrival, except packages which are fully prepaid at the time of reservation.
Payment via direct deposit can be made via contacting the guesthouse.
Please note a 0.9% surcharge is applied to all payments processed via debit or credit card. Athelstane House offers payment via Visa or MasterCard for our customers however there are very high costs associated with accepting these cards. Rather than inflating our prices on room rates to compensate for the credit card acceptance costs we’ve decided to allow our guests to make the choice as to the payment method they prefer, you can avoid the surcharge by paying via direct deposit. Please ask our staff for further information.
By providing your credit card details you authorise Athelstane House to charge the nominated credit card for the amount of your stay as well as any additional services rendered or goods consumed from our restaurant and guesthouse.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations or changes to bookings for this room must be made at least 7 days prior to the check in date and time or you will be charged the full amount of the stay. If the room is subsequently re-sold you are entitled to a credit for 100% of the stay redeemable for 12 months.
Cancellations or changes to bookings in peak periods (Queenscliff Music Festival, December to April and long weekends surrounding public holidays) as well as group reservations (5+ rooms) must be made at least 14 days prior to check in date and time or you will be charged the full amount of the stay.
Cancellations made due to enforced travel bans or lockdowns incur no cancellation fees. If the reservation has been pre-paid guests are entitled to a full dollar amount credit valid for 12 months.
Cancellations made due to being a covid positive case or close contact are assessed on a case by case basis; please contact the guesthouse for more information.
Cancellations made due to change of mind surrounding covid where no government travel policies are in place are subject to the same policy as normal reservations above.
We highly recommend all guests purchase travel insurance to ensure their own safety and peace of mind - even when travelling domestically.