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( 03-5289 1609;
www.grandpacific.com.au
;
268 Mountjoy Pde; d/apt from $120/180; )
An iconic Lorne
landmark, harking back to 1875, the Grand Pacific has been restored with a sleek modern
decor that retains some classic period features. The best rooms have balconies and stun-
ning sea views looking out to the pier. Plainer rooms are boxy, but still top value, and
there are self-contained apartments, too.
Cumberland Lorne Resort
( 03-5289 2256;
www.cumberland.com.au
; 150 Mountjoy Pde; 1-bed apt $179-250; )
A be-
hemoth of a resort still may not suit Lorne, however, once inside, it's hard to knock its
self-contained apartments with unbeatable ocean views, including from within its spa
baths. Other perks include free surfboard rental, indoor pool, day spa and tennis courts.
RESORT
$$
Sandridge Motel
( 03-5289 2180;
www.sandridgemotel.com.au
; 128 Mountjoy Pde; r $150-350, apt $250-500; )
Smack bang
in the centre of Lorne's main strip, here everything's literally on your doorstep, including
the ocean. There are self-serviced aparments or less flashy motel-style rooms. Aim for a
sea-facing room with balcony, especially if you can snare a midweek/low-season deal.
MOTEL, APARTMENT
$$
Qdos
RYOKAN
$$$
( 03-5289 1989;
www.qdosarts.com
; 35 Allenvale Rd; r incl breakfast $250; )
The perfect choice for
those seeking a romantic getaway or forest retreat, Qdos' luxury zen treehouses are fitted
with tatami mats, rice-paper screens and no TV. Two-night minimum; no kids.
Eating
Mexican Republic
MEXICAN
$
( 03-5289 1686; 1a Grove Rd; tacos from $7; noon-9pm summer, noon-3pm & 6-9pm weekends winter)
Bringing Melbourne's Mexican street-food craze to Lorne, this pop-up style eatery does
authentic soft corn tortilla tacos, burritos with smoky chipotle mayo and imported Mexic-
an beers.
