3.5 Star Hotel

Apollo Bay Waterfront Motor Inn

173 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay, Australia View Map

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Apollo Bay Waterfront Motor Inn

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Just opposite the Apollo Bay Beach, Waterfront Motor Inn offers a variety of accommodations in a lovely garden setting. Guests enjoy free WiFi and some rooms offer ocean views. Located on the Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay Waterfront Motor Inn is a 15-minute drive from Great Otway National Park. The famous Twelve Apostles are a 1-hour drive away. Local shops, cafes and restaurants and the visitor information center are within walking distance. All apartments have air conditioning and heating and a seating area with a flat-screen TV. Each includes tea/coffee making facilities and a toaster.

1,370 Reviews

9.0Exceptional
Cleanliness
9.5
Staff
9.6
Location
9.6

What Guests Say

  • “Great location overlooking the coast and with our own little balcony. Near lots of facilities and places to eat. Room spotlessly clean…”
  • “Convenient location easy to check in as the instruction from the owner is very clear. No issue with the check in process at all. the…”
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Top Amenities

  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Parking
  • Beachfront
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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Room Options

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Two-Bedroom Villa1/4

Two-Bedroom Villa

593 sqft • 1 Queen or 1 Double

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  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Balcony
Standard Double or Twin Room1/4

Standard Double or Twin Room

216 sqft • 1 Single, 1 Queen

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  • Alarm clock
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Ocean View Room with Spa Bath1/4

Ocean View Room with Spa Bath

291 sqft • 1 Queen

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  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Balcony
Two-Bedroom Suite with Ocean View1/4

Two-Bedroom Suite with Ocean View

593 sqft • 2 Single or 1 Queen

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  • Air conditioning
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  • Balcony
Garden Apartment1/4

Garden Apartment

593 sqft • 2 Single or 1 Queen

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  • Balcony
Garden View room with Spa Bath & Patio1/4

Garden View room with Spa Bath & Patio

291 sqft • 1 Queen

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  • Air conditioning
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  • Balcony

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    What Guests Loved

    9
    Exceptional

    Based on 1,370 reviews

    Location

    9.6

    Cleanliness

    9.5

    Staff

    9.6

    Overall Quality

    9.1

    Pros +

    • Great location overlooking the coast and with our own little balcony. Near lots of facilities and places to eat. Room spotlessly clean and modern
    • Convenient location easy to check in as the instruction from the owner is very clear. No issue with the check in process at all. the location is fantastic as it is just 5min walk away from the food amenities
    • We returned here for a second stay as it was so good... Michelle and her team are so accommodating and provide a high quality experience. We loved the beds and cotton bedding, kitchen areas and bathroom facilities. Location is great too

    Cons -

    • the toilet needs to have a drain point to drain the excess water. There isnt a drain point and the water just accumulate the one point of the toilet. Other than this all is ok.
    • Leaving too soon!
    • Everything was perfect!
    Business Traveler (41)Solo Traveler (124)Traveling as Couple (1,025)Family with Young Children (617)Family with Teens (1)Senior Traveler (10)Group Traveler (231)Total (2,367)
    9CarolynPosted on: 1-27-2026

    Great location overlooking the coast and with our own little balcony. Near lots of facilities and places to eat. Room spotlessly clean and modern

    9LionelPosted on: 1-22-2026

    Convenient location easy to check in as the instruction from the owner is very clear. No issue with the check in process at all. the location is fantastic as it is just 5min walk away from the food amenities

    the toilet needs to have a drain point to drain the excess water. There isnt a drain point and the water just accumulate the one point of the toilet. Other than this all is ok.

    10JuliePosted on: 1-22-2026

    We returned here for a second stay as it was so good... Michelle and her team are so accommodating and provide a high quality experience. We loved the beds and cotton bedding, kitchen areas and bathroom facilities. Location is great too

    Leaving too soon!

    10AbigailPosted on: 1-10-2026

    This place is excellent- great staff, excellent location, comfortable facilities, etc. We booked a 2 bedroom and stayed in unit 17. Kim greeted me at the front desk with a welcoming smile and travel tips to explore the Great Ocean Road (thank you for mentioning Bay of Martyrs). Our unit had high powered AC and fans which were appreciated. The fridge had a pitcher of cold water, and the bed was super comfy. The sheets were perfectly starched and fresh, but silky soft, to the point I need to know where they’re from. The towels are the best I’ve encountered- super plush and soft. I need those in my life too. The unit was extremely clean and the water pressure in the shower was ample. The Makuna honey shampoo, conditioner, and body wash were lovely and smelled great. This has been the best hotel on our Australian vacation, and the sheets and towels are literally some of the best I’ve encountered and I’ve spent almost 600 nights in Marriott hotels in the last 8 years. Kudos to the owners because they care & it shows.

    Everything was perfect!

    7ShaunPosted on: 12-15-2025

    Nice but pricey

    When I had accidentally left my FireTV dongle in the room they wanted $40 to post it. It fit in an Extra Small prepaid parcel satchel which is less than $10. The place is located within 100 meters of the post office.

    9CeriPosted on: 12-12-2025

    well equipped great location very clean

    9DelmontPosted on: 12-2-2025

    Great staff, clean and comfortable. Across from beach. Laundry facilities and good parking. Close to shops and restaurants.

    the weather (oh well)

    10DwiPosted on: 11-23-2025

    The apartments were very clean. The beds were very comfortable. Close to cafes and grocery stores. Perfect accommodations.

    8TanyaPosted on: 11-18-2025

    Get staff, clean and comfortable. Across from beach. Laundry facilities and good parking.

    The shower was in the tub and had now curtain or walls. Water everywhere. Spa tub needs to be replaced.

    9CarlaPosted on: 11-11-2025

    Good location, great view. Very clean and comfortable.

    9SonyaPosted on: 11-2-2025

    Exceeded expectations - spacious room, comfy bed, quiet, peaceful at night could hear ocean. Nice having beach across road to pop over in morning for quick walk and pics.

    Update bath

    10JohnPosted on: 10-24-2025

    Great location across the road from the beach. We had a two bedroom unit that was clean & spacious.

    10jittrapornPosted on: 10-18-2025

    Spotless. Warm beds with electrical bed mattress. Really good to sleep.

    Smell of perfume

    10StefaniaPosted on: 9-16-2025

    The Motor Inn exceeded our expectations. The entire apartment (with ocean view) was really big, nice, and equipped with everything you may need. The staff was super kind and promptly responded to any doubts and questions we had. There was a book with all details about the apartments and nearby restaurants and instructions. I read in the reviews that the rooms were cold, especially the bathroom - well, we stayed in winter and had no problem, heating was working perfectly (yes, I think there was no heating in the bathrooms, but actually they turned out to be warm).

    8TraceyPosted on: 9-3-2025

    Great location, quiet,off the street, very clean, very comfortable beds

    10Family O. 4. S.Posted on: 9-2-2025

    Everything in this hotel is great. Michele is very kind and this is a family owned business they are very kind couple. It seems like this hotel is their pride and joy.In fact I already missed that place compared to one we are staying now. They provide both my kids each bed and the room is very clean and spacious. Wiah we stayed longer.

    10WesleyPosted on: 9-1-2025

    Great location and a great size apartment. Value for money which was great. I can definitely recommend this place if you are passing through. Staff where lovely. Short walk to the beach and cafes/piubs...

    8ShangarabalanPosted on: 7-28-2025

    Great size rooms, with a nice living and dining area.

    Rooms can be slightly cold, without heaters.

    10JOANNEPosted on: 7-27-2025

    Everything! Have stayed numerous times in Apollo bay but would have to say this is one of the best so far, quick and friendly check-in ,spotless and loved being able to watch a movie too.

    9LLPosted on: 7-15-2025

    Very easy to find, right on the main street but the property is very quiet. Michelle at the reception desk is very friendly and helpful. The beds are very comfortable, had a very good night sleep.

    Nothing really. However it would be better if there is laundry machine and dryer in the 2 bedroom unit will be wonderful.

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Swimming & Soaking

    • Beachfront

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Free Parking

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Daily disinfection

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly

    General

    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 2:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 10:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    ParkingFree parking is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 1 can stay with cot, subject to additional charges.
    PetsPets are not allowed.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    Please note that there is a 1.1% charge when you pay with a Visa credit card Please note that there is a 0.9% charge when you pay with a Mastercard credit card. Please note that there is a 3.4% charge when you pay with an American Express or Diners Club credit card. The name on the credit card used for the booking should correspond to the guest staying at the property. Please note infants under the age of 12 months stay free of charge when staying in their own cot. Infant cots are available for an additional charge of $15.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Location

    Apollo Bay Waterfront Motor Inn

    173 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay

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