With a stay at Moonlight Bay Apartments in Melbourne (Rye), you'll be a 2-minute drive from Rye Beach and 6 minutes from The Dunes Golf Links. .This apartment is 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Peninsula Hot Springs and 5.4 mi (8.6 km) from Searoad Ferry Terminal.
Alba Thermal Springs and Spa - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
Peninsula Hot Springs - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles
Sorrento Front Beach - 8 min drive - 5.4 miles
The Dunes Golf Links - 13 min drive - 2.9 miles
Getting around
Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 91 min drive
Restaurants
3941 Takeaway - 5 min drive
Peninsula Pantry - 3 min drive
Hunter Cafe - 5 min drive
Sea Store Beach Cafe - 2 min walk
Hector's Seafoods - 10 min walk
About this property
Moonlight Bay Apartments
Moonlight Bay Apartments offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the apartment include an outdoor pool.
Make yourself at home in one of the 17 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and DVD players. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and flat-screen televisions are provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.
Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Property amenities
Beach
Sandy beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Outdoor pool
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Limited onsite self parking
Family friendly
Crib: AUD 10 per night
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Microwave
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
DVD player
Flat-screen TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
No elevator
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board on request
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
17 units
2 floors
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 16 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The following facilities will be closed during May, June, July, August, and September:
Swimming pool
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), lockbox
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per night
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from September to April
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
Moonlight Bay Resort Rye
Moonlight Bay Rye
Moonlight Bay Apartments Apartment Rye
Moonlight Bay Apartments Apartment
Moonlight Bay Apartments Rye
Moonlight Bay Apartments Rye
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Moonlight Bay Apartments Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Room was clean very comfortable bed and fluffy towels
Tracey
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Boris
Feb 5, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Great location, friendly staff, clean, smart tv with all the apps that you need
Boris
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nath
Feb 4, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful accomodation, spacious rooms, comfortable beds and cozy atmosphere. I was particularly fond of the option to borrow a dvd from the reception desk, it suited the beachside aesthetic and made the trip feel especially nostalgic. Staff were warm and lovely and the pool was exceptional.
Nath
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent
steven
Nov 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
a very clean and tidy place
steven
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Ambroscia
Nov 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful space
Ambroscia
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jenny
Nov 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay \, near to restaurants and a very short walk to the beach.
Jenny
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Feb 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Always a fantastic time staying at the moonlight
Verified traveler
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent
John
Jan 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
great location
John
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good
Marlene
Nov 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice and clean accommodation, close to beach, pier and shops
Marlene
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Justine
Mar 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfortable, well laid out, nice pool, good amenities, very close to beach and restaurants
Justine
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Erin
Oct 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Enjoyed the stay, great value for money, will be back
Erin
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy
Dec 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay, perfect space friendly staff. Close to everything and onsite parking was so helpful
Amy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Miki
Jan 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent experience and the rooms were extremely clean.
Miki
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jarryd
Sep 8, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely enjoyed my stay here, will definitely stay here again in the future
Jarryd
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Girish
Feb 23, 2026
Disliked: Communication
Attitude of reception lady was not very customer friendly.
Girish
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christopher Noel Emmanuel
Feb 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great place
It was very convenient to all amenities beach restaurants clubs and friendly staff
Christopher Noel Emmanuel
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jarryd
Jun 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I’ve stayed here twice now and both times been very satisfactory
Jarryd
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lidija
Jan 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place. Very clean. Great location
Lidija
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Connie
Oct 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and the pool area was well kept.
Connie
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Prue
Jan 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was spacious, clean and comfortable.
Right in the heart of Rye and under 10 min drive to hot springs.
Prue
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brett
Nov 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was excellent value for money
Brett
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
Dec 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
It was comfortable and easy. Would definitely stay here again
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vicky
Apr 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our 3rd time stay at the moonlight bay apartments and have always been happy, with location and above all cleanliness. Definitely will stay again on my next stay at Rye.
Vicky
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Norm
Jun 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent conditions friendly staff
Norm
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kam
Dec 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication