Mariners Cove offers waterfront motel and apartment accommodation on the Esplanade across from the Raymond Island ferry, the best location in town.

15 waterfront motel rooms overlook the Paynesville canal comprising of four Queen, three King, one King Spa, two Twin and four Family rooms. Overlooking the McMillan Straits waterway are eight fully self contained apartments that offer one one-bedroom and seven two-bedroom apartments accommodating up to five guests. They offer spacious, stylish and affordable accommodation in the heart of the Gippsland Lakes.

Catering to the leisure, international and corporate markets, Mariners Cove is a wonderful stop over or long term stay for visitors travelling the Sydney to Melbourne Touring Route. They are located 3.5 hours east of Melbourne.

Mariners Cove offers its guests free Wi-Fi, jetties, barbeque area on the water's edge, seven-day travel information.

Relax and enjoy the peaceful location or take advantage of the central position to explore East Gippsland. Just a stone throw from the ferry taking you to Raymond Island to see koalas in their natural habitat. Visit the Mitchell River Silt Jetties, Buchan Caves, East Gippsland Rail Trail, wineries, fabulous eateries including Sardine Dining, hire a boat, fish from your jetty, take part in watersports, walking or bike trails.

Facilities

  • Barbeque
  • Carpark
  • Family Friendly
  • Laundry
  • Non Smoking
  • Outdoor Furniture

Other

  • Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
  • Free Wifi

Tag

  • Family

Accessibility

  • Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
  • Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
  • Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.

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2-8 Victoria StreetPaynesville VIC 3880
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Price

$170.00–380.00

Book direct for best price deal on motel rooms or apartments, ask about the multi day stay rate during off peak times.

Offers

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Stay and dine package

$340

Enjoy a stay and dine package with Mariners Cove Motel and Apartments at Paynesville. The package includes one night in a waterfront motel room and $100 dining voucher for Sardine restaurant.

Start
08/07/2026
End
08/10/2026
Not available long weekends or peak periods. Available any day of the week.
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