Mantra Lorne Hotel

Beachfront resort in Lorne - Australia's largest residential conference destination

Beachfront location and expansive grounds

Mantra Lorne is the only beachfront property in Lorne, sitting directly opposite the foreshore and within walking distance of Mountjoy Parade's cafes and boutiques. The hotel sits on 5 hectares of landscaped gardens that include four tennis courts, croquet lawns, an 18-hole putting green, and a large chess board. An indoor heated mineral pool, spa, steam room, and a fitness centre are all available to guests on site.

Onsite dining at The Larder

The Larder restaurant offers warm and rustic Italian cuisine, with themed dinner nights and a happy hour that includes cheap drinks and pizzas. A buffet breakfast is served daily, featuring fresh fruit, hot foods, and bakery items, plus a coffee machine that delivers barista-quality coffee. Guests staying at Mantra Lorne can also order room service, though it operates only from 5 pm.

Accommodation options for every traveller

The hotel provides heritage rooms, resort rooms, and one- and two-bedroom apartments, many with ocean views and private balconies. Apartments come with full kitchen facilities, including a fridge, microwave, hotplates, and oven, as well as laundry equipment in some units. The Mantra Hotel Lorne also offers dual-key configurations that connect two rooms, suitable for larger families or groups.

Family recreation and activities

Guests can borrow tennis racquets, bodyboards, and croquet equipment from reception at no extra charge. A children's play area, giant chess board, and board games are available on the grounds, while the indoor heated pool and steam room provide year-round entertainment. Mantra Lorne's 5 hectares of gardens also house a bowling green and bocce court, giving families multiple outdoor options.

Business events and conferences

The Lorne Mantra Hotel is the largest residential conference destination in Australia, with direct vehicle access to a pillar-free convention centre. Seven different venue styles accommodate up to 600 delegates, making it suitable for corporate meetings, team-building retreats, and large events. An on-site business centre, fax and photocopying services, and meeting and banquet facilities support professional requirements.

• Beachfront: Only beachfront property in Lorne, steps from the sand and main street
• Grounds: 5 hectares of landscaped gardens with tennis courts, croquet lawns, and putting green
• Dining: Onsite Larder restaurant serving rustic Italian cuisine with themed nights and happy hour
• Wellness: Indoor heated mineral pool, spa, steam room, and fitness centre
• Business: Largest residential conference destination in Australia with seven venue styles for up to 600 delegates
• Family: Equipment for tennis, croquet, giant chess, and board games available at reception