Nightcap At The Ship Inn, Busselton ~ Reviews, Room Choices & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

8 Albert Street, Busselton, Australia, 6280

Nightcap at the Ship Inn is a contemporary resort located in the heart of Busselton, known as the gateway to the Margaret River wine region. The resort combines modern comforts with a rich history, as it is one of the oldest pubs in the town dating back to the early 1840s. Its elegant open floor design creates an informal atmosphere, making it an ideal setting for relaxation and socializing. The resort is also conveniently situated just a short walk from Busselton Jetty, the longest timber-piled jetty in the Southern Hemisphere.

Location

The resort is strategically located in Busselton, just 10 km from Busselton Regional Airport. Guests can easily explore nearby landmarks including the Busselton Jetty Underwater Observatory and the town's shopping precinct, all within walking distance. The resort's central position allows for convenient access to local attractions and transport options.

Rooms

The resort offers a range of accommodations including fully self-contained One Bedroom Apartments with luxuriously comfortable King Koil beds, large flat-screen TVs, and kitchen facilities. The Pool View One Bedroom Apartments feature a view over the landscaped gardens and pool area. Guests can enjoy modern amenities such as free WiFi and air conditioning.

Eat & Drink

The resort provides guests with access to a local favorite restaurant, The Ship Inn Bistro, which serves a delicious menu featuring light meals, fresh seafood, and pub classics. Guests can also enjoy a casual meal at the Sports Bar, or unwind in the cozy lounge area. A light breakfast pack is available daily on request.

Leisure & Business

Nightcap at the Ship Inn features multiple leisure spaces including a sunny Beer Garden, perfect for unwinding after a long day. For events, the resort offers versatile function spaces suitable for various gatherings. Guests can also explore local attractions, such as Busselton Jetty, directly from the resort.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

One-Bedroom Apartment

Max:

3 persons

50 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Apartment Pool View

Max:

2 persons

50 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Pool view

Shower

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Getting around

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City Centre

Busselton500 m

Airports

Busselton Regional (BQB) 7.7 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Meals!

“The dining options were good, with generous portions from the Seniors menu that exceeded our expectations.” view full review

Comfy Accommodations

“The king-size bed was incredibly comfortable, providing a restful night's sleep after a long day.” view full review

Spacious Living!

“I loved having a separate living area, which made our one-night stay feel cozy and relaxing.” view full review

Handy Amenities!

“The little fridge allowed us to store our snacks easily, making our stay even more enjoyable.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
No pets allowed
24-hour security
ATM/Cash machine
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Billiard tables

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Laundry
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cots
Children's menu
Children's play area
Kids club

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Sun terrace
Garden area

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

8 Albert Street, Busselton, Australia, 6280

Map view

8 Albert Street, Busselton, Australia, 6280

City landmarks

Harbour

Busselton Jetty

1.5 km

Old Butter Factory

The Busselton Museum

1.1 km

Gallery

ArtGeo Cultural Complex

970 m

4 Queen St Artgeo Cultural Complex

Tracie Anderson Ceramics

970 m

55 Prince St

Fig Tree Lane

660 m

Gallery

ArtGeo

990 m

Queen Street Busselton Beachfront

Busselton Foreshore Adventure Playspace

1.2 km

Busselton Ithaca Motel 110 Adelaide St

Historic Moreton Bay Fig tree

1.5 km

Busselton Foreshore

Climbtastic

2.0 km

Garden

Margaret River Organic Garden

2.4 km

Museum

Busselton Jetty Underwater Observatory

2.6 km

Geographe Bay Road

Fish Busselton

2.0 km

Located just 9km from the centre of Busselton near the corner of Doyle rd and Queen Elizabeth.

Ambergate Reserve

2.6 km

Geographe Bay

3.8 km

Geographe Road

Aquatastic

5.5 km

Nearby

Church

St Mary's Anglican Church

500 m

Restaurants

Hungry Jack's

270 m

16 Albert St

Gillies Fish & Chips

290 m

9 Albert St

McDonald's

250 m

18 Albert St

Domino's Pizza-Busselton

320 m

2/201 Albert Street

Red Rooster

500 m

Cnr Bussell Hwy & Gale

Busselton Bean & Gone

510 m

35 Prince St Corner of Prince and Queen

Kent Street Bakery

710 m

60 Kent St

Pho Saigon Cafe

650 m

Busselton City Shopping Centre Shop 5 65 Kent St

Spice Odysee

840 m

U 5 17 Bussell Hwy

The Lockup Coffee House

970 m

4 Queen St

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience

74%

liked the resort and would come back again

7.4/10

Very good

Rooms

7.8

Location

9.2

Service

6.4

Dining

7.0

Juliet

United Kingdom, March 2025

5.0/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. While the rooms were decent enough and the location was convenient, the service fell short due to some less-than-friendly encounters. Overall, I wouldn't recommend staying here unless absolutely necessary.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were average and not cleaned well, with some maintenance issues noted. However, they did have a washing machine, which was useful.

Service

5.0

The service was lacking as I encountered aggressive staff during my stay, which really dampened the experience.

Location

7.0

The location is busy and close to a lot of bars, restaurants, and fast food options, but it's also quite noisy due to all the traffic.

Dining

5.0

I didn’t dine at the hotel but noticed the bar attached to it for drinks and some light meals.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were basic; I found them to be in need of improvement, particularly in terms of cleanliness and maintenance.

David

United Kingdom, March 2025

8.6/10

I recently had a nice stay at The Ship Inn in Busselton. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, which made the experience enjoyable. However, the air conditioning in my room was not functional, leaving it quite cold, and one of the TVs was missing its remote control. The rooms were spotless and well-stocked, and I really appreciated the balcony that overlooked the swimming pool. The location is fantastic as it is centrally located, making it easy to explore everything in the area.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean and well-stocked but the air conditioning was not working properly.

Service

9.0

The team was awesome, attentive, and genuinely friendly.

Location

10.0

The location is perfect and central, making it walking distance to many shops and restaurants.

Dining

8.0

I enjoyed dining at the hotel; the food was good, but the side salad could use improvement.

Facilities

9.0

The pool area was lovely, providing a nice view from the balcony.

Harper

United Kingdom, February 2025

8.0/10

I had a fantastic stay at this hotel, perfect for families, especially with the added convenience of having a kitchen and laundry facilities in the room. The location couldn't be better—right in the town center and just a short walk to the Busselton jetty. The only downside was the cleanliness could have been improved and the bathroom was quite cramped. Overall, I'd definitely come back when visiting Busselton again.

Rooms

9.0

The room was spacious and clean, with a comfortable setup over two floors. It included a kitchen which was a big plus for our family needs.

Service

6.0

The staff were generally helpful, but I did experience a bit of a wait for service when I made a request.

Location

10.0

The hotel is in a prime location, right in the center of town, making it easy to access shops, restaurants, and the beachfront.

Dining

7.0

Dining options were convenient with the bar nearby, although the view from our balcony could have been better.

Facilities

8.0

The pool area was nice and quiet, providing a relaxing atmosphere, but there were some maintenance issues that could be looked into.

Christian

United Kingdom, January 2025

8.8/10

I had a wonderful experience at this hotel, especially as a family with our little one. The spacious apartment was perfect for us, complete with kitchen and laundry facilities. The bar offer was a nice touch, and the location couldn’t have been better for exploring Busselton. However, noise from the stairs and the nearby busy intersection was a bit distracting, which may not suit light sleepers. Overall, we loved our stay and would return without hesitation.

Rooms

9.0

Our two-storey apartment was very spacious and had all the essentials we needed, making it comfortable for our family.

Service

9.0

The staff were attentive and accommodating, providing us with a complimentary drink at the bar that we really appreciated.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location in the heart of town was fantastic, close to shops, restaurants, and just a short walk to the jetty.

Dining

8.0

We enjoyed our breakfast on the balcony overlooking the pool, which added a nice touch to our mornings.

Facilities

8.0

The pool area was quiet and well-maintained, perfect for some relaxing time with the family.

Naomi

United Kingdom, December 2024

7.4/10

My stay at the holiday accommodation was quite satisfactory. The place was functional, clean, and conveniently located near a bottle shop, which was a nice perk. Despite a minor issue with a missing fire blanket in our room, I found it met all my needs for both a short and long stay. However, the noise level from the car park on weekends and a few service missteps during my time at the Ship Inn detracted from the experience a bit.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were functional and clean, though I did notice a noise issue due to the nearby service station.

Service

6.0

While some staff were lovely, particularly the manager, I felt that others were not very attentive, especially regarding my concerns.

Location

9.0

I appreciated the location, as it was within walking distance of several great places to eat, and close to shops.

Dining

7.0

The dinner at the Ship Inn was enjoyable with good portions at reasonable prices, although my experience wasn't entirely without issues with service.