Title: Visit Merricks: Best of Merricks, Melbourne Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Merricks](https://expedia.ca/Merricks-Melbourne-Hotels.0-n6217357-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Melbourne](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Melbourne.d178283.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Melbourne](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Melbourne.d178283.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Merricks Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Merricks.d6217357.Car-Rental-Guide)[Merricks Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Merricks.d6217357.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Merricks ## Melbourne ![The shoreline of Merricks Beach looking east towards French Island in Victoria Australia is covered with washed up seaweed](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217357/3f3985cd-d4a3-4120-8883-d8b28fff02c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The shoreline of Merricks Beach looking east towards French Island in Victoria Australia is covered with washed up seaweed](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217357/3f3985cd-d4a3-4120-8883-d8b28fff02c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Merricks Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Melbourne travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Melbourne.dx178283) --- ### Popular places to visit ![A father - son weekend away to this almost remote little town. The view is sensational. Good for the surfing variety of human and a fantastic camping playground. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634384037572/285855a4-9bf6-4ef7-89e6-30e7bb32f931.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Flinders - Somers Coastal Reserve Explore the great outdoors at Flinders - Somers Coastal Reserve, a lovely green space in Melbourne. [](https://expedia.ca/Flinders-Somers-Coastal-Reserve-Melbourne.d623451830250319872.Vacation-Attraction) ![Melbourne city in the night](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6159118/dcb61cc2-514b-4f7b-b5a2-46ac4bcb3a42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Crown Casino Why not roll the dice by visiting Crown Casino where you can enjoy the games and entertainment of this top casino in Melbourne? Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.ca/Crown-Casino-And-Entertainment-Complex-Melbourne.d6159118.Vacation-Attraction) ![Melbourne Cricket Ground showing autumn leaves](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501726/e0a5e565-f67a-4307-a3af-3643ad6c9c06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Melbourne Cricket Ground Australia’s premier stadium is a symbol of Melbourne’s sporting heritage, drawing thousands of fans to cricket, football, rugby and soccer matches and events. [](https://expedia.ca/Melbourne-Cricket-Ground-East-Melbourne.d501726.Vacation-Attraction) ![Aerial view of the central business district of Melbourne, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6159162/277ef7db-f566-4dd7-9e9e-3390cd8cb978.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Melbourne Central You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Melbourne Central, a favorite shopping spot in Melbourne. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.ca/Melbourne-Central-Melbourne-Central-Business-District.d6159162.Vacation-Attraction) ![Marvel Stadium featuring a sunset, a bay or harbor and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125921/3f7ac692-2aaf-4343-890b-142120907769.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Marvel Stadium Catch an event at Marvel Stadium during your trip to Melbourne. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.ca/Marvel-Stadium-Melbourne.d6125921.Vacation-Attraction) ![Princess Theatre featuring theatre scenes, a skyscraper and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061031/65506624-a957-492e-acfe-dd992fbc8289.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Princess Theatre Considered by some to be Melbourne's most spectacular landmark, this majestic theater has been entertaining audiences since it opened more than 150 years ago. [](https://expedia.ca/Princess-Theatre-Melbourne.d6061031.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Phillip Island Wildlife Tour with Koalas Penguins & Scenic General Viewing](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/190815/ab1770fb-3768-4ccf-83aa-126a51b94ff7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Phillip Island Wildlife Tour with Koalas Penguins & Scenic General Viewing CA $148 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/phillip-island-wildlife-tour-with-koalas-penguins-scenic-general-viewing.a190815.activity-details) ![Penguin Parade](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46138307/ba99c90d-5fd9-4f19-b1b0-cd816ed48674.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Phillip Island: Golden Hour Penguin Express Tour w/ Island Pickup CA $125 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/phillip-island-golden-hour-penguin-express-tour-w-island-pickup.a46138307.activity-details) ![Phillip Island Penguin Parade Wildlife Encounter Day Trip - with Koalas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/552075/701ecc82-b70e-475b-92f6-9ec79cbe2c30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Koala Wildlife Encounter Day Trip CA $168 per adult **74%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/phillip-island-penguin-parade-koala-wildlife-encounter-day-trip.a552075.activity-details) ![Scent Library 45minutes Candle Making Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44959928/21477897-348e-43d6-9452-fb20b019b522.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Scent Library 45minutes Candle Making Experience CA $62 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/scent-library-45minutes-candle-making-experience.a44959928.activity-details) ![Phillip Island Penguin and wildlife Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3004516/6e0b25c2-c894-4779-99d5-93a2cf55d0a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Phillip Island Penguin and wildlife Tour CA $213 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/phillip-island-penguin-and-wildlife-tour.a3004516.activity-details) ![Point Nepean](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50190870/1b31ae26-771a-499d-99c4-446244d19293.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mornington Peninsula Coastal Discovery Tour from Melbourne CA $120 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/mornington-peninsula-coastal-discovery-tour-from-melbourne.a50190870.activity-details) [See all activities in Melbourne](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Melbourne.d178283.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Merricks Hotel Deals ![Silverwater Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650800/2650791/357ebcea_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Silverwater Resort 17 Potters Hill Road San Remo VIC CA $190 CA $210 total Feb 17 - Feb 18 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in San Remo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,326 reviews) Excellent room &facilities Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F02%2F2026&endDate=18%2F02%2F2026&selected=2650791&PinnedHotelID=2650791&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6217357) ![Ramada Resort by Wyndham Phillip Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5380000/5372200/5372178/0c00c842_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ramada Resort by Wyndham Phillip Island 2128 Phillip Island Road Cowes VIC CA $174 CA $192 total Mar 18 - Mar 19 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this family-friendly resort in Cowes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) As an asian, the floor could have been cleaner. Otherwise location is not too bad. Just a short 5-10 min drive into town with everything you need. Cabin is nice and quiet and very well equipped with everything you need. Surrounded by walking trail with many wildlife for the kids to see. Highly ... Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F03%2F2026&endDate=19%2F03%2F2026&selected=5372178&PinnedHotelID=5372178&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6217357) ![Peninsula Beachside Accommodation](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101130000/101122200/101122200/43a343dc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Peninsula Beachside Accommodation 15 Truemans Rd Capel Sound VIC CA $102 CA $113 total Feb 17 - Feb 18 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Melbourne. Enjoy free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Peninsula Hot Springs and Tootgarook Wetlands are located ... 6.8/10 (19 reviews) Stayed in the larger accommodation it was good clean all new. Very reasonably priced. Happy stay. The only thing is that it would be a bit chaotic if they were full, and the parking is narrow for a small car only. But I would stay again. Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F02%2F2026&endDate=18%2F02%2F2026&selected=101122200&PinnedHotelID=101122200&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6217357) ![North Pier Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2694800/2694753/5c1a0caa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### North Pier Hotel 5 The Esplanade Cowes VIC CA $147 CA $162 total Feb 23 - Feb 24 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Cowes. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews) Room was clean, lady at the front desk was absolutely lovely and helpful when our key card wasn’t working. Will definitely be back ! 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You might want to make time for a stop at Dromana Beach or Heronswood Garden. [](https://expedia.ca/Melbourne-Dromana.dx6134185) ![A big feature of the beaches that line the eastern shorelines of Port Phillip Bay in Victoria are the brightly coloured beach bathing boxes. Mount Martha has some spectacular examples of these curious structures. And there is nothing like a sunset on the beach. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6134183/bf5df47a-763c-4282-9f30-bcb9a2de8099.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mount Martha You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Mount Martha. You might want to make time for a stop at Mount Martha Beach North or Mount Martha Beach South. [](https://expedia.ca/Melbourne-Mount-Martha.dx6134183) ![Rosebud showing a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181704/9ce554e8-0eb1-49ea-99ea-7d2598fab559.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Rosebud Unique features of Rosebud include the golf courses and hot springs. 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