The Esplanade Hotel Queenscliff

The Esplanade Hotel Queenscliff Introducing The Esplanade Hotel; standing proudly since 1879. Same great local, fresh new look. Now Open! Remember to drink responsibly.

"Where generations meet, since 1879"

Superbly positioned - The ocean, the historic town, and the Bellarine Peninsula conspire to create the perfect scene to enjoy our region’s local produce and be delighted by fine crafted beers and gins together with exceptionally delicious food all created and provided with a conscience. Breathtaking, authentic and unique - The building alone will take your bre

ath away. Discover the old ballroom, now renovated into our very own award-winning cellar door. A place where the local flavours come alive, where you can enjoy tastings, share platters, masterclasses and a full selection of local produce from our fertile region. Situated on the Bellarine Peninsula, walking distance from the Searoad ferries’ terminal, Queenscliff Brewhouse showcases the best of the region in one venue. The Brewhouse is best known for its onsite brewery and distillery, the Queenscliff Brewery, and the Queenscliff Distillery. You can dine in the family-friendly bistro or beer garden, and enjoy beer, wine, gin, or cider tastings. Enjoy a wonderful afternoon in the Beer Garden or warm up by the open fireplace inside. Occasionally, there are special events, including gin blending masterclasses, meet the maker sessions, live music, special food nights, and more. To see what's happening at the Brewhouse, please visit our website. At the Queenscliff Distillery Cellar Door, you can find the full range of our Queenscliff gins and Queenscliff beers produced onsite. Our knowledgable staff can guide you through a beer or gin tasting, while you're tucking into a fabulous share platter made with fresh, local produce. The cellar door is also a provedore of regional produce, including local cheeses and meats, chutneys, oils, and lots of other tasty treats. Why not fill a hamper with gin, beer & goodies for that someone special? For group bookings or functions there are a variety of options. Functions can be held in the upstairs whisky bar, offering a luxurious experience, overlooking the Bellarine Peninsula from the upper deck. The onsite Microbrewery offers "Brew Your Own" and "Brewer for a Day" experiences, as well as tasting packages. For your bachelor or hens party, you could brew your own beer or blend your own gin to serve at your wedding! Special Features:

- Queenscliff Distillery Cellar Door
- Local produce from the Otway, Geelong and Bellarine region
- Onsite Distillery
- Onsite Microbrewery
- Dog Friendly Beer Garden


Group Facilities:

- Group menus tailored to the client.
- Group Tasting Packages – price per person varies. Gin, beer, wine, cider, and whisky tasting packages are available, including a tasting paddle or flight, and a grazing platter of local produce. Check our website for more details.
- Gin Blending Masterclasses. Costs $140 per head and includes an information session, gin tastings, and blending your own gin to take home. Check our website for more details.
- "Brew Your Own" and "Brewer for a Day" Packages
- Luxury function packages in the upstairs Whisky Bar

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From first bite to last round.
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NightTide doesn’t end when the festival does.

Keep the celebrations going bayside at The Espy with live entertainment from 8pm, festival specials all night and 10% off across the weekend for NightTide wristband holders.

Kings Birthday long weekend at the pub.Footy live across all screens all weekend, cold beers on pour and no work Monday....
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Kings Birthday long weekend at the pub.

Footy live across all screens all weekend, cold beers on pour and no work Monday. That’s enough reason to settle in.

Spritz in hand, oysters on the table, nowhere else to be.
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Spritz in hand, oysters on the table, nowhere else to be.

🎤🤣 QUEENSCLIFF COMEDY IS BACK FOR ROUND THREE! 🤣🎤After two huge shows, comedy returns to The Esplanade Hotel for another...
03/06/2026

🎤🤣 QUEENSCLIFF COMEDY IS BACK FOR ROUND THREE! 🤣🎤

After two huge shows, comedy returns to The Esplanade Hotel for another massive night of laughs in July.

Leading the charge is comedy favourite Dave O'Neil, one of Australia's most beloved comedians, known for Spicks & Specks, Have You Been Paying Attention? and countless Melbourne International Comedy Festival Galas.

Joining him are two of Victoria's funniest rising stars:
🔥 Rachael Hornbuckle
🔥 Brad Oakes

Expect sharp wit, hilarious observations and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments from this stellar comedy lineup.

📅 Thursday 9 July 2026
🚪 Doors Open: 7:00pm
🎟️ https://avc.live/sbs6

Gather your mates, grab a drink and settle in for a cracking night of live comedy by the bay.

Our new winter menu kicks of today with some absolutely delicious winter warmers! Including the Bellarine's famous fres...
01/06/2026

Our new winter menu kicks of today with some absolutely delicious winter warmers! Including the Bellarine's famous fresh Portarlington mussels, not to mention everyone's classic pub favourites remain now with a cheeky steak sanga on sourdough rounding them out. Check out the full menu www.esplanadequeenscliff.com.au

01/06/2026

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2 Gellibrand Street
Queenscliff, VIC
3225

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 10pm
Tuesday 11am - 10pm
Wednesday 11am - 10pm
Thursday 11am - 10pm
Friday 11am - 10pm
Saturday 11am - 10pm
Sunday 11am - 10pm

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