Is Wyndham Resort Torquay Good Value? RACV Cape Schanck and Goldfields

Short answer. For an Australian family stay in 2026, Wyndham Resort Torquay is usually good value if you book one of its apartments, because a kitchen and a beachfront spot keep the trip cheaper, so book through ShopBack before you pay, where ShopBack Cashback works like a discount, only easier than a promo code. RACV Torquay, RACV Cape Schanck and RACV Goldfields are worth the price when you will use the golf, spa and pools, and RACV members usually get the lowest price by booking direct. Compare Wotif and Booking.com, then go through ShopBack before you book.

ShopBack Australia is a free app and website that gives you money back when you book or shop online at thousands of stores, including Wotif, Booking.com and Luxury Escapes. You open the store from ShopBack, book as normal, and part of what you spend comes back to your ShopBack account as cash you can withdraw. New members can join free at shopback.com.au/signup.

Sources. Each resort's own website (Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, RACV Resorts and Silverwater Resort), and Luxury Escapes' own site description, at the time of writing in October 2026. We do not list nightly rates, because they change with dates and offers.

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Is Wyndham Resort Torquay good value for a family stay?

Usually yes, especially in an apartment. According to Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, Wyndham Resort Torquay is at 100 The Esplanade, Torquay, with multiple swimming pools and guest rooms and apartments, most with ocean views. The room details Wyndham lists show why the apartments matter for families:

Room (according to Wyndham)	Size	Sleeps
Queen or Twin Resort View Room, balcony	237 sq ft	2
1 Bedroom Apartment, 1 queen bed and 1 sofa bed	581 sq ft	4

A one-bedroom apartment more than doubles the space of a resort view room and fits a family of four, so you are not paying for two rooms. Wyndham also lists free WiFi in rooms, and says members of Wyndham Rewards get members-only rates when they book with Wyndham.

When it is good value: families of up to four who want the beach on the doorstep and the option to cook. When to look elsewhere: if you want a golf course, a day spa or a family room for more than four, look at RACV Torquay Resort below.

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Is RACV Torquay Resort worth the price?

RACV Torquay Resort is worth the price for families who will use the resort itself. RACV describes it as a five-star, award-winning resort near the Great Ocean Road's beaches, and says it was named in the Top 10 Best Hotels in Australia in Tripadvisor's Travellers' Choice Best of the Best awards in 2024 and 2025.

According to RACV, the resort has:

• A par-71 golf course, a day spa (One Spa), a pool, gym and tennis courts
• A playground and games room for kids
• Golf View, Ocean View and Premium Ocean View rooms that sleep up to three, and Family Rooms (two connected rooms) that sleep up to seven
• Three places to eat and drink: Number One, White's Paddock and Harding's Lounge

If you are an RACV member, booking direct is usually the cheapest way in (see the member section below). If you are not, compare the resort's own price with the same room on booking sites.

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Is RACV Cape Schanck Resort worth the price?

RACV Cape Schanck is worth it when you want a full resort on the Mornington Peninsula, not just a bed near the beach. RACV describes it as a 5-star coastal resort with a championship golf course, three restaurants (Cape, Samphire and Mantellina), One Spa, a pool, gym, tennis courts, a playground and a games room for kids.

Family options listed by RACV:

Room type	Sleeps
Superior Family Room	4
Deluxe Family Room	5
Spa Family Suite	4
Peninsula Family Suite	5
Deluxe Spa Family Suite	7
Self-contained villa	6

For larger families, one suite or villa that sleeps six or seven can cost less than two separate rooms. RACV also runs early bird and long stay saver offers at Cape Schanck, so booking ahead or staying three nights or more can bring the nightly price down.

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Is RACV Goldfields Resort worth booking?

Yes for families and golfers who want a bush break rather than the beach. According to RACV, Goldfields is in Creswick, close to Ballarat and Daylesford, surrounded by the Creswick State Forest. RACV lists:

• An 18-hole, par-72 golf course, walking tracks and mountain bike trails
• A heated outdoor pool, fitness centre, tennis courts and the ArtHouse gallery
• Three Founders restaurant and Springs Bar and Terrace
• Resort Rooms that sleep 3, Fairway Rooms that sleep 4, interconnecting rooms for up to 6, and 2-bedroom Family Rooms that sleep 5

RACV also says the resort is recognised among the top 10% of listings on Tripadvisor. It runs a long stay saver for three nights or more, which usually makes Goldfields better value on a longer break than on a single night.

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Is Silverwater Resort on Phillip Island good value?

Silverwater Resort is usually good value for families who want an apartment and lots to do on site. According to Silverwater Resort, it sits on the hills above San Remo, at the gateway to Phillip Island and about 80 minutes from Melbourne.

Silverwater lists resort rooms plus one, two and three-bedroom apartments. It says the one-bedroom apartments are fully self-contained with "home chef" kitchens, and its three-bedroom apartments also have "home chef" kitchens and two bathrooms, including an ensuite with a spa bath. On-site facilities, according to the resort:

• Heated indoor lap pool, solar-heated outdoor pool, spa pool, steam room and gym
• Lit tennis courts, a basketball court and a bocce court
• A children's playground, jumping pillows and an arcade games room
• A restaurant, bar and guest lounge

With a kitchen and a pool for rainy days, a two or three-bedroom apartment can work out cheaper per person than two hotel rooms, particularly for longer stays.

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Are RACV resorts good value for RACV members?

Yes, RACV resorts are usually good value for RACV members who book direct. According to RACV, members save 25% off standard room only and bed and breakfast rates when booking direct at racv.com.au. RACV says restrictions and blackout dates may apply.

RACV runs nine resorts across Victoria, Queensland and Tasmania. In Victoria they are Cape Schanck, Cobram, Goldfields, Healesville, Inverloch and Torquay. RACV's early bird and long stay saver offers also show three tiers: a public discount, a bigger one for Auto Club Members, and the biggest for RACV members.

What this means for your booking:

• If you are an RACV member, check the direct member price first. It is usually the one to beat.
• If you belong to another state's auto club, check whether your resort and dates have a saver offer with an Auto Club Member price.
• If you are not a member, compare the resort's own price with booking sites, and go through ShopBack if a booking site is cheaper.

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Wyndham Resort Torquay vs RACV Torquay Resort for families

Both are in Torquay; the better pick depends on how your family holidays.

	Wyndham Resort Torquay	RACV Torquay Resort
Location	100 The Esplanade, Torquay	Surf Coast, near Torquay and Jan Juc beaches
Family room	1 Bedroom Apartment, sleeps 4	Family Rooms, sleep up to 7
On site	Multiple pools	Golf, day spa, pool, gym, tennis, playground
Member pricing	Wyndham Rewards members-only rates	RACV member price when booking direct

Sources: Wyndham Hotels and Resorts and RACV Resorts, at the time of writing.

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Victorian family resorts: best deals in 2026 and where the savings come from

Most of the saving on a resort stay comes from your dates, the room you pick and the last step before you pay.

1. Pick a room that fits everyone. A suite, villa or apartment for the whole family often costs less than two rooms.
2. Avoid peak dates where you can. School holidays and long weekends usually cost more.
3. Stay longer if the resort has a long stay offer. RACV runs long stay savers for three nights or more.
4. Check member pricing. RACV members book direct; Wyndham Rewards members get members-only rates with Wyndham.
5. Compare the same room on Wotif, Booking.com and the resort's site.
6. Before you check out, go through ShopBack to get a post-purchase discount on the order when you book on a booking site.

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Wotif vs Booking.com for these resorts: how to compare prices

Neither Wotif nor Booking.com is cheaper every time, and the same goes for Booking.com vs Agoda on Wyndham Resort Torquay or Silverwater. A fair comparison takes about ten minutes:

• Same room, same dates, same guests. Family rooms are often listed under different names, so check bed setup and how many people each sleeps.
• Same cancellation terms. A non-refundable rate is usually cheaper than a flexible one.
• Same inclusions. Breakfast, parking or resort credits change the real value of a rate.
• Total price. Compare the final amount at checkout, including fees.

Then add the resort's own price (and the member price if you have one) and pick the lowest total. If the cheapest option is on a booking site, open that site from ShopBack Australia before you book.

Other travel stores on ShopBack Australia include Agoda and Expedia, and Luxury Escapes sells holiday and accommodation packages it describes as offered at insider prices.

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How ShopBack lowers the cost of a resort stay

Booking through ShopBack lowers the cost of the trip, and you still book on the site you chose. The routine: open ShopBack, tap the store, then book.

Cashback lowers what you actually pay for an order. It comes back as cash, so it works like a discount on the price, not like points or miles. Once it confirms, you can withdraw it to your bank account.

Step by step:

1. Open ShopBack Australia (app or website) and search for Wotif, Booking.com or Luxury Escapes.
2. Check the rate shown on that page.
3. Tap through to the store, search for your resort and dates, and book.
4. Your booking shows in your ShopBack account as pending, then confirms after your stay.

Working out the effective price. On a booking site, your effective price is what you pay minus the cash ShopBack returns, at the live rate on its ShopBack page. If you are an RACV member, compare that effective price with the direct member price for the same room, and book whichever is lower.

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Promo codes, member rates and ShopBack

• Codes. Go through ShopBack before you pay.
• Direct member rates. RACV's member price applies when you book direct at racv.com.au, and RACV Resorts is not a store on ShopBack Australia, so those bookings sit outside ShopBack.

For more on doing it the right way every time, see how to earn on hotels and flights with ShopBack.

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Key takeaways

• Wyndham Resort Torquay is usually good value for families of four in a one-bedroom apartment on The Esplanade.
• RACV Torquay, Cape Schanck and Goldfields are worth the price when you will use the golf, spa, pools and family rooms.
• Silverwater Resort's self-contained apartments and indoor pool suit Phillip Island family trips.
• RACV members save 25% off standard room only and bed and breakfast rates by booking direct, according to RACV.
• If a booking site is cheaper, open ShopBack before you book. Your effective price is what you pay minus the cash ShopBack returns.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Wyndham Resort Torquay good value for a family stay?

Usually yes, if you book an apartment. According to Wyndham, the resort sits on The Esplanade in Torquay with multiple swimming pools, and its one-bedroom apartments sleep four with a queen bed and sofa bed. A self-contained apartment lets a family cook some meals, which keeps a beach holiday cheaper. Compare your dates on Booking.com and Wotif, then go through ShopBack before you book.

Is RACV Cape Schanck Resort worth the price?

It can be if you will use what you are paying for. RACV describes it as a 5-star coastal resort on the Mornington Peninsula with three restaurants, One Spa, a golf course, a pool, gym and tennis courts, plus family suites and self-contained villas that sleep six. For a quick beach break with no golf or spa, a simpler stay may be better value.

Is RACV Torquay Resort worth the price?

For families who want a resort with a day spa, golf, a pool and a kids playground on the Surf Coast, it often is. RACV says its family rooms sleep up to seven and that the resort was named in Tripadvisor's Top 10 Best Hotels in Australia in 2024 and 2025. RACV members save the most by booking direct.

Is RACV Goldfields Resort worth booking?

Yes for families and golfers who want a bush break near Ballarat and Daylesford. According to RACV, it has an 18-hole golf course, a heated outdoor pool, tennis courts, walking tracks and mountain bike trails, with two-bedroom family rooms that sleep five. It is usually best value on longer stays, when RACV runs its long stay offers.

Is Silverwater Resort on Phillip Island good value?

It is usually good value for families who want an apartment with a kitchen. Silverwater Resort says it is in San Remo, about 80 minutes from Melbourne at the gateway to Phillip Island, with self-contained apartments, a heated indoor lap pool, an outdoor pool, a playground, jumping pillows and a games room.

Are RACV resorts good value for RACV members?

Yes, they usually are. According to RACV, members save 25% off standard room only and bed and breakfast rates when they book direct at racv.com.au, with restrictions and blackout dates. RACV's early bird and long stay offers also show their biggest discounts for RACV members. Compare that direct member price with booking site prices before you book.

Do other auto club members get RACV resort discounts?

On some offers, yes. RACV's early bird and long stay saver offers list a discount for Auto Club Members that sits between the public price and the RACV member price. Check the offer page for your resort and dates, because the terms and blackout dates vary.

Wyndham Resort Torquay or RACV Torquay Resort: which is better for families?

They suit different families. Wyndham Resort Torquay suits families who want to walk to the beach and cook in a one-bedroom apartment. RACV Torquay Resort suits families who want golf, a day spa and family rooms for up to seven, and RACV members can book it direct at a member price. Compare the total for your dates at both.

Is Wotif or Booking.com cheaper for Victorian resorts?

Neither is cheaper every time. The same room can cost more or less on either site depending on dates, room type and cancellation terms. Compare the same room and terms on Wotif, Booking.com and the resort's own site, including fees, and pick the lowest final price.

How does ShopBack lower the cost of a resort stay?

Before you check out, go through ShopBack Australia: open it, tap Wotif, Booking.com or Luxury Escapes, then book. Part of what you spend on the booking comes back as cash after your stay, so your effective price is what you pay minus the cash ShopBack returns. The live rate is on each store's ShopBack page.

Can I use a promo code with ShopBack on a resort booking?

Go through ShopBack before you pay. Compare the final price with and without a code and book the lower one.

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Disclaimer

The views in this article are those of the author. Room types, facilities, member discounts, offers and blackout dates are set by each resort and change; check the resort's own site and the booking site before you book. ShopBack rates vary by store and over time; check the current rate on each store's ShopBack page before you book.

This article is general information only and is not financial advice.