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Drift House

★★★★★ 98 Gipps Street, Port Fairy, AU

9.7 guest rating· 164 reviews

The five stars

Drift House holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.

The service side of those stars shows in its listing: Concierge service.

Guests score it 9.7/10 across 164 reviews.

About this hotel

Luxury by the River

Riverside Retreat : Nestled along the picturesque Moyne River, Drift House offers a tranquil escape just a short stroll from East Beach. Indulge in suites featuring fireplaces and bathtubs, perfect for a cozy evening in.

Modern Comforts : Each suite boasts a sleek bathroom with premium amenities, along with central heating and air-conditioning for your comfort. Enjoy complimentary WiFi and free parking during your stay.

Award-Winning Excellence : Experience luxury at its finest with Drift House, a proud recipient of multiple prestigious awards, including 'Best Luxury Accommodation' and 'Best Hotel Design'. Book now for a truly unforgettable stay.

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Rooms & rates

King Suite - 1

Sleeps 2 · 47 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

King Suite - 2

Sleeps 2 · 47 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

King Suite - 3

Sleeps 2 · 67 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette

King Suite - 6

Sleeps 2 · 43 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Suite Two

Sleeps 2 · 45 m² · King bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

King Suite - 4

Sleeps 2 · 60 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

King Suite - 5

Sleeps 2 · 43 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Golf course
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Adult only
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cashless payment available
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  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Concierge service
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Garden
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Higher level toilet
  • Key access
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Packed lunches
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Picnic area
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke alarms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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98 Gipps Street, Port Fairy, AU

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 06:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say9.7164 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Excellent food+ Great location+ Stylish roomsLimited storage in roomsMisleading self-checkin process
Cleanliness9.5
Service9.9
Location10.0
Room Quality9.4
Amenities9.4
Value for Money9.4

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay would love to return and stay a little longer.

10.0

From the moment we arrived Maddie was amazing. She was super friendly, very welcoming and a wealth of knowledge on all things local. The Drift House itself was beautiful, ultra comfortable beds and linen, everything you need was there. Jose and Maddie prepared a wonderful breakfast too.

We only got to spend one night .

Graham · AU · 2026-07-24

Brilliant short stay in Port Fairy

10.0

The excellent, friendly staff The stylish interiors The super comfortable bed The generous breakfast The wood fire in the cosy sitting room

Nothing!

Ekkel · AU · 2026-07-07

Guest review

10.0

Everything, the staff were amazing.

Nothing

Sharon · AU · 2026-06-30

All the staff have a way of making this special, amazing, so good we just booked another stay soon

10.0

The Breakfast was amazing had different food each day never dissapointed, simplicity to perfection, location let you walk to everything in the town, perfect.

Stay was to short

Dale · AU · 2026-06-09

Guest review

9.0

Breakfast was amazing

Would have been lovely if the fireplace was able to use.

Greg · AU · 2026-05-14

Guest review

9.0

Absolutely gorgeous lovely room, lovely dinner, lovely staff

susan · NZ · 2026-05-06

Hotels of Earth · questions

Is Drift House really a five-star hotel?
Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Good to know

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

A deposit may be required at the property.