Lorelei Bed & Breakfast
53 Gawler Street
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Why people book this hotel
“Spacious room and yummy breakfast”
“Both the Spa Bath and the bed frame were long enough to accommodate me at 6'2”
“Breakfast was great”
“Plenty of options for breakfast and free water bottles were appreciated”
“Lovely old house with tasteful rooms, good service and a great breakfast”
“Roger was an amazing host and there were lots of little extras that made it such…”
“Access to complimentary hot drinks, good value drinks to purchase and a lovely b…”
“Very good price for what you get”
“The home was also just a short walk to supermarkets, pubs and restaurants”
“Very good location and a large room which was also great as the weather was disg…”
“The room was very clean and had everything I needed to be comfortable”
“Friendly staff, clean facilities and delicious continental breakfast 🙂”
Overview
Ideally located to explore the surrounding harbour, hotels, cafés, restaurants and attractions of Portland, Lorelei Bed and Breakfast offers rooms with free WiFi and free continental breakfast. Cooked breakfast is available for an additional charge. Set in lovely gardens, the property features a BBQ area and a guest lounge where free wine and beer are available every evening. The rooms are traditionally decorated, and include heating/air-conditioning, tea and coffee making facilities and a flat-screen TV with satellite movie and sport channels. Each room has a bathroom with a shower and either a clawfoot bathtub or a spa bath. Lorelei Bed and Breakfast is centrally located in Portland and is 10 minutes’ walk from the harbour, foreshore and historic attractions. It is 10 minutes’ drive from Cape Nelson Lighthouse and Bridgewater Beach is a 15-minute drive away.
Traveller reviews
David
solo_traveller
June 15, 2026
“Good value and great location.”
Lovely old house with tasteful rooms, good service and a great breakfast. Charming host.
Johnson
solo_traveller
June 10, 2026
“Enjoyable stay in central Portland”
I liked the classis nature of the place and the position was perfect.
Katherine
solo_traveller
May 24, 2026
“Charming, homely, warm, hospitable, convenient grand old home. Highly Recommended”
The home was so beautiful and charming, it felt so homely and welcoming. Roger was an amazing host and there were lots of little extras that made it such a wonderful place to stay - Chocolates, gluten free options for cereal, board games, port and wine, a gorgeous sitting room to relax in. The home was also just a short walk to supermarkets, pubs and restaurants.
Paul
couple
May 15, 2026
Beautiful old house. Spacious room and yummy breakfast
Therese (Terry)
couple
May 12, 2026
Host was great. Easy going and happy to chat and help. Breakfast was great. Very good location and a large room which was also great as the weather was disgusting, so we spent more time in our room than usual on a holiday. We stayed 3 nights and met some lovely fellow travellers over breakfast .
Peter Gregory
solo_traveller
May 6, 2026
“Historical interest”
It was a house full of history and worked well for an overnight stay. We were welcomed after arriving quite late due to travel delays.
Dan
couple
April 21, 2026
Plenty of options for breakfast and free water bottles were appreciated. Both the Spa Bath and the bed frame were long enough to accommodate me at 6'2.
Simone
solo_traveller
April 20, 2026
“Best accommodation in Portland”
The rooms are so spacious and have the most amazing furnishings. The bed was super comfortable. Had a great night sleep. The old traditional bath was so nice. Great for an end of day soak and relax.
Roz
solo_traveller
April 17, 2026
The host was very friendly and very generous with the offer of a cooked breakfast. The room was very clean and had everything I needed to be comfortable.
David
couple
April 15, 2026
We had a great stay. Warm and welcome reception by our host Roger...... charming and interesting building, well located for where we planned to eat etc. Lovely room, large bathroom and great shared spaces within the property. Access to complimentary hot drinks, good value drinks to purchase and a lovely breakfast.
Steve hayward
solo_traveller
April 15, 2026
Lovely house, lovely room, nice breakfast.Roger was the perfect host.Excellent stay.Very good price for what you get.
Kylie
couple
April 13, 2026
We liked the convenience of the location and having breakfast cooked for us. Also the complimentary water and chocolates were a hit .
Kaye
extended_group
April 1, 2026
“A great place to stay - with an old-world flavour!”
A lovely old-world experience; everything was set up very well. The breakfast was a delight. The host was helpful and genial.
Action_Jackson
couple
March 31, 2026
“Exceptional”
Absolutely everything about this accommodation was excellent from check-in to check-out. Roger (owner/operator) was very easy to talk to and was also able to answer all my questions about the property. Our room and ensuite were great with a good shower and spa bath - just as the photos depicted. Although no off-street parking, as we were on motorbikes Roger allowed us to bring them into the property via the garden park, making us confident they were safe and secure. Breakfast the next morning was perfect, with many options available. The honesty fridge had a good selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic options that were reasonably priced. Would definitely recommend this property for any couples.
Laegis
couple
March 29, 2026
“Charming old House that was comfortable and excellent value for money. The breakfast is a Plus.”
House was 112 years old and very large as were the rooms. The house was in very good condition for it's age. A few cracks here and there but that is to be expected in such an old house. The decor was representative of its age and was charming. Bed was excellent and you have the freedom to move around in the guest areas of the house. Wi-Fi was good and we streamed Netflix with no issues. We had the breakfast supplied in the dining room and it was good value for money and was excellent. The Host Roger was very friendly and gave us a brief summary of the History of the house and it's decor.
Bruce
solo_traveller
March 26, 2026
A magnificent host who knows the value of good service and facilities. Highly recommended for a stay in Portland.
Kate
couple
March 23, 2026
“Charming place to rest your head after a busy day on the GOR.”
Roger is a great host! Very kind and helpful. Very comfy bed and well stocked honestly fridge! Beautiful doggie to fuss too!
Gabrielle
solo_traveller
March 23, 2026
Friendly staff, clean facilities and delicious continental breakfast 🙂
mcbride
couple
March 18, 2026
“Stylish, and comfortable, period home with a welcoming and gernerous host at very reasonable rates.”
A stylish and authentic period home with an interesting history. Roger the owner was a very welcoming and generous host with a breakfast with a range of options included in the cost. In addition the rooms are very reasonably priced given their quality and the beautiful location near the marina which also has an excellent restaurant. The stay surpassed our expectations. I mentioned to Roger I was keen to watch the Matildas game and he thoughfully had the TV left on in the sitting room, so we could view the game when we returned from the restaurant. In addition there was a "honesty box" so we could enjoy a Port while we watched the game ! I very much hope we can stay again - just for longer !
David
couple
March 12, 2026
Roger is the friendliest host we've met at any accommodation we've booked on this site! He has a wealth of knowledge about the region's history, geography and more... Our room was spacious, the bed very comfortable. Roger offered to cook us breakfast but we opted for espresso, müesli and fruit. It's also a short walk into town to restaurants or the supermarket.
Facilities
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km), Live sport events (broadcast)
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Snack bar, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Indoor fireplace, WiFi available in all areas, Bicycle parking, Non-smoking rooms, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, BBQ facilities, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Sun terrace
Parking
Street parking, Parking, Parking on site, Free parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Carbon monoxide detector, Key access, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available, Face masks for guests available
Services
Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Currency exchange, Packed lunches, Luggage storage
Deluxe Queen Room
The spacious double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. This double room has executive lounge access, flat-screen TV, garden views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.
Queen Room
The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a bath. This double room features executive lounge access, flat-screen TV, garden views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.
Queen Room with Spa Bath
The spacious double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a bath. This double room has executive lounge access, flat-screen TV, garden views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.
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