Put simply, Port Fairy is one of the most magical spots along the entire length of the Shipwreck Coast. Its historical origins lay with the whalers of the early nineteenth century when whales were actually herded together in Port Fairy Bay, harpooned and then processed on nearby Griffith's Island. In the latter part of the same century Port Fairy became the second busiest port in Victoria and could lay claim to a respectable 35 hotels. Today you'll find 4 hotels remaining; some of the oldest in Victoria. Drop in, have a Guinness, you'll be made more than welcome. Port Fairy accommodation is quite unique in that many of the old whaler's cottages have been well preserved, refurbished and offer visitors to this historic town a real sense of what life must have been like in those exciting times. Much of the recent accommodation in Port Fairy adheres to designs reminiscent of those days, especially along the banks of the picturesque Moyne River, where today you will still find the local fishing fleet tied up next to modern sailing vessels. For those who are after modern, contemporary accommodation, Port Fairy will not disappoint. Port Fairy is home to some of the most incredibly modern villas and apartments in Victoria and all of them come with sensational ocean views. Port Fairy Accommodation really does stand out from the rest.