On the main street, this historic hotel (c 1902, surprise surprise…) is a popular place to soak up Queenscliff's heritage atmosphere. It does multinational cuisine ranging from Goan chicken curry to seafood pies, but it's best known for its tapas-style shared plates. It's a good spot to sample regional wines and beers, too.
Upstairs there's no-frills but well-priced accommodation ($125 to $145) with shared bathrooms.