RACV Inverloch Resort in southeast Victoria will undergo a multimillion-dollar expansion that will include 36 premium rooms to help meet soaring demand in the popular Bass Coast region, which regularly turns away thousands of visitors during peak periods due to capacity constraints.

The resort currently operates at almost full occupancy during peak periods and is fully booked months in advance, forcing many potential visitors to seek alternatives outside the region.

The expansion will enable the facility to welcome up to 20,000 additional guests annually.

“This is an investment into Inverloch and Gippsland tourism that RACV is tremendously proud to be a part of,” says Craig Peachey, executive general manager, leisure, RACV.

“With regional tourism booming post-pandemic, these new premium rooms will help address a significant market gap while elevating Inverloch’s status as a premium destination.

“We’re pleased the Victorian Government shares our vision for the project, and we’re appreciative of its assistance in making this expansion possible, with RACV a successful recipient of a grant from the Victorian Government’s Regional Tourism Investment Fund 2024.”

The expansion at the 4.5-star resort, located 90 minutes from Melbourne, is targeting three market segments: the conference and events sector, with new capacity for larger events and conferences; travellers seeking premium coastal accommodation; and family groups requiring flexible room configurations.

The new two-level wing will feature floor-to-ceiling windows capturing panoramic views across Andersons Inlet.

“Our nine RACV Resorts across Victoria, Queensland and Tasmania have something for every traveller – from dramatic coastal scenery you’ll find at RACV Inverloch Resort, to rich bushland or a bustling city break – and we’re delighted to invest in our accommodation options for our RACV members and guests,” says Peachey.

RACV Inverloch Resort currently hosts 55,000 visitors annually and offers diverse accommodation options, conferences spaces and Radius Restaurant.

Construction has commenced on the new wing and it is expected to welcome its first guests by December 2026.