Expansion planned at RACV Inverloch Resort, featuring addition of luxury ocean-facing accommodations.
The picturesque town of Inverloch is set for a significant transformation, as the RACV Inverloch Resort prepares to embark on a multi-million-dollar expansion project. The expansion, scheduled to commence in mid-August 2025, will see the resort welcome its first guests by December 2026[1][2].
This ambitious project includes the addition of 36 premium ocean-view rooms, designed by GHD, with floor-to-ceiling windows capturing panoramic views of the coastline[2]. The expansion aims to address the soaring demand for regional accommodation, particularly in the popular Bass Coast destination[1].
The RACV Inverloch Resort currently hosts approximately 55,000 visitors annually[1]. With the expansion, the resort expects to welcome up to 20,000 additional guests annually[1][2]. This growth will not only boost the local tourism industry but also inject an estimated $6.5 million into the local economy each year[1][2].
The expansion aligns with the Bass Coast Planning Scheme's objectives to encourage well-designed tourist facilities[1]. It also supports the "Towards 2030" Gippsland Destination Management Plan, which identifies increasing demand for quality accommodation as key to regional tourism growth[1].
The expanded resort will serve as a gateway to Victoria's emerging coastal experiences, including the Yallock-Bullock Coastal Park and Bunurong Marine Park[1]. The resort, located on Bunurong Land, already plays a pivotal role in regional tourism infrastructure and actively supports local producers, artists, and community initiatives[1].
The expansion will cater to three underserved market segments: the conference and events sector, travellers seeking premium coastal accommodations, and family groups requiring flexible room configurations[1]. The resort offers diverse accommodation options, the acclaimed Radius Restaurant showcasing local produce, and conference spaces[1].
The construction of the new wing will create approximately 120 jobs during construction and 15 ongoing positions once operational[1][2]. For more information about the resort and to book a stay, visit the RACV website. For media requests, contact the Media and Communications team[1].
RACV operates nine resorts across Victoria, Queensland, and Tasmania, offering various travel experiences for its members and guests[1]. The expansion of the Inverloch Resort is one of the successful recipients of a grant from the Victorian Government's Regional Tourism Investment Fund 2024[1].
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- The expansion of the RACV Inverloch Resort, which includes the addition of premium ocean-view rooms, aims to address the soaring demand in the finance sector for investments in regional accommodation, particularly in the popular Bass Coast destination.
- With the anticipated growth in visitors and economic injection, the expanded resort is expected to significantly contribute to the local lifestyle, home-and-garden, and business sectors, boosting tourism industry and supporting local producers, artists, and community initiatives.
- The travel sector will also benefit as the RACV Inverloch Resort, serving as a gateway to Victoria's coastal experiences, will cater to three underserved market segments, providing unique travel experiences for its members and guests across multiple tourism destinations, such as the Yallock-Bullock Coastal Park and Bunurong Marine Park.
