Motels in Australia

5,484 motels across Australia, ranked by local votes. Pick a city to narrow it down.

Showing 441–460 of 5,484

Eyre Peninsula

Best Western Alexander Motel

By appointment only · Whyalla · SA 5600

Best Western Alexander Motel, treat yourself and your family in a very relaxing, comfortable, affordable accommodation, offers top quality accommodation and range of room types including single,…

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South West

Best Western Ashmont Motor Inn

By appointment only · Port Fairy · VIC 3284

The Ashmont Motor Inn, built in 2001, is very centrally located in historic Port Fairy. Quality is guaranteed, as we are a 4-star Best Western Motor Inn and your hosts Andrea and Gary will ensure…

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South Coast

Best Western Balan Village Motel

By appointment only · Bomaderry · NSW 2541

Best Western The Balan Village Motel offers ground-floor accommodation in Nowra with parking right outside your door. Relax and unwind by the solar-heated pool, enjoy a drink from the bar, then dine…

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Northern District

Best Western Beechworth Motor Inn

By appointment only · Beechworth · VIC 3747

BEECHWORTH MOTOR INN is Beechworth's finest boutique accommodation located within easy reach of Beechworth's best attractions and restaurants. Experience contemporary accommodation with free WiFi,…

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Ballarat

Best Western Lake Inn

By appointment only · Ballarat · VIC 3350

The Lake Inn Motel Ballarat has been completely refurbished and transformed from a well known old venue into luxurious motel accommodation and a very stylish cafe, bar, restaurant and function…

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Cairns

Best Western Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

By appointment only · Port Douglas · QLD 4877

Best Western Lazy Lizard Motor Inn, we offer guests spacious and affordable 3.5 star accommodation, provide excellent amenities with personalized services, Located in Port Douglas QLD, Call us now…

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South Coast

Best Western Sea Spray Motel

By appointment only · Merimbula · NSW 2548

The Merimbula Sea Spray Motel is the perfect adult's only 4 Star Merimbula accommodation choice for the business or leisure traveller. Book Direct & Save!

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North Coast

Best Western Twin Towns Motel

By appointment only · Tweed Heads South · NSW 2486

Twin Towns Motel is conveniently located opposite the Tweed River with easy access to shopping centres, service clubs and safe swimming beaches. Only 3 minutes drive to Twin Towns Services Club or…

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Ballarat

Best Westlander Motor Inn

By appointment only · Horsham · VIC 3400

Best Westlander Motor Inn - Accommodation in Horsham Accommodation in Horsham has never been this good. Be sure to look for a quality option to stay in for a holiday or to rest while passing by.

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South West

Bidgee Motor Inn

By appointment only · Hay · NSW 2711

Bidgee Motor Inn Motel in Hay NSW is located just a short walk from local swimming spots, parks and restaurants and offers guests relaxed and laidback accommodation in the heart of the country.

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User guide to Motels

Motels

Motels are a great accommodation option when you're on a road trip! Motels are easily accessible from highways, motorways and areas *on* the beaten path. Finding a cheap, yet clean and amenable motel requires some planning in advance though.

How to Choose a Motel

Here are some features to look for in finding a good motel:

Chain Motel vs. Stand-alone: If you've had a previous pleasant stay in a motel, you might want to look for that same motel chain in a new destination too. The advantage of this is you are assured of a standard of quality with generally no (nasty) surprises. Stand alone motels are riskier because quality standards may fluctuate wildly and you spend more time in the research and planning phase of choosing a motel.

Price: Travel guides are great for researching motels by price since they often contain a directory listing according to cost. Motels typically offer seasonal discounts and other holiday themed pricing options, so consider asking about them.

Distance to Attractions: Most business directories, like Start Local, will offer a map of the motel location and business address. You may use this information to chart the distances between the places you'd like to visit and their distance from a motel you're considering.

Amenities: Make a list with two columns of must-have features versus desirable features. In your must-have features list, write down all the amenities you can't do without in your motel. Examples may include wheelchair-accessible rooms, non-smoking rooms and wireless internet. In the second column of desirable features, list down features you'd like and enjoy but are not absolute musts for a decent trip. Examples may include swimming pool for the kids, free parking and fitness room. The first list is your make or break list: if a motel doesn't offer your must-have features you can immediately cross it off your list and thereby make the selection process easier.

Pet-friendly: Motels can have surprisingly stringent policies on admission of pets. Motel pet policies can range from weight and shedding restrictions to pet staying and cleaning fees. Some motels may offer extra facilities such as pet grooming and walking services as well as pet treats.

Family-friendly: Family-friendliness is a key consideration if you're travelling with kids. High on your list of must-haves or desirables might be items like in-room kitchenette for quick meal preparation, hotel-planned activities and a kiddie pool.

Tips on Finding Cheap yet Comfortable Motels
  • Try going to review sites and motel websites to find cheap deals and seasonal discounts.
  • Research across motels and make a cross-comparison table of short-listed motels and their services
  • Negotiate directly with the motel establishment to know of last-minute special deals or discounts which may not be advertised anywhere
  • Read referrals and recommendations from other travelers via forums, blogs, and through personal recommendations of family and friends.