How far is Wyndham Resort Torquay from Melbourne CBD?
Wyndham Resort Torquay is approximately 90 minutes drive from Melbourne CBD.
How far is Wyndham Resort Torquay from Bells Beach?
Wyndham Resort Torquay is five minutes drive from world famous Bells Beach.
How far is Wyndham Resort Torquay from the Torquay town centre?
The main commercial centre of Torquay extends along Pearl Street and the length of Gilbert Street, which joins the coastal boulevard of The Esplanade. More shops, cafes and restaurants can be found on Bell Street, across the road from the large camping and caravan ground which fronts the coast near Point Danger. The resort is a three-minute drive to the town centre, which has supermarkets, shops, restaurants, cafes and bars.
When is the Rip Curl Pro held each year?
Held since 1973, the Rip Curl Pro is the world's longest running surf competition and is held at Bells Beach every Easter.
Are the swimming pools heated?
Yes, both the indoor and outdoor swimming pools are heated and there is also a heated outdoor spa pool.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed on the resort grounds.
Is there a tour desk?
Yes. Guests can book a variety of tours at Reception and in most cases arrange pick up from the resort.
When is the best time to visit?
The most popular time of year to visit Torquay is autumn (March to May) and spring (September to November) as these are typically the seasons to enjoy milder weather and avoid the tourist crowds. Peak season is December through to February when schools are out of session for summer holidays.
Where is the visitor's centre located?
The Torquay Visitor Information Centre is located at Surf City Plaza, Beach Road, Torquay, Victoria 3228.
Do I need a car to get around?
Many visitors choose to hire a car or bring their own as the Great Ocean Road and Surf Coast offer spectacular sightseeing. However, there are other transport options.
Travelling by car from Melbourne
The Great Ocean Road is a two-hour drive from the heart of Melbourne with dual lane highway conditions for most of the journey and excellent signposting.
Travel via the Princes Highway over the West Gate Bridge to the bayside city of Geelong. From here you can explore the beautiful Bellarine Peninsula or take the Surf Coast Highway to the famous surf town of Torquay. For over 400 kilometres, from Torquay to Nelson on the South Australian border, the Great Ocean Road provides some of the most impressive coastal scenery in Australia. Alternatively, take the inland route by following the Princes Highway from Geelong to Warrnambool past rich farmland and picturesque country towns.
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Air services
Avalon Airport is conveniently located between Melbourne and Geelong and operates services by most airlines from most Australian cities. Sharp Airlines fly between Portland and Melbourne daily.
Other transport options
V/Line runs frequent train services from Southern Cross Station in Melbourne to Geelong and Warrnambool. V/Line coach services operate from Warrnambool to Port Fairy and Portland. For detailed information on train timetables and costs contact V/Line.
Ferry services operate between Queenscliff on the Bellarine Peninsula and Sorrento on the Mornington Peninsula.
Does Wyndham Resort Torquay have direct access to the swimming beach?
Wyndham Resort Torquay is opposite the beach; however the pretty part of the bay it faces is more popular for sailing, long boarding, stand up paddle boarding and beach walking. The patrolled Torquay Main Beach (swimming beach) is just a 15-minute walk away or a two-minute drive.
