About
Located just 5 minutes’ drive from Blue Lake & CBD, Presidential Motel features a restaurant, cocktail bar & modern fitness center. All rooms are air conditioned, have a flat-screen TV and free wi-fi. Executive Suites & Rooms have smart TVs. Each room has a desk, a mini-bar, and tea and coffee making facilities. The Presidential Restaurant offers an à la carte dinner and the Modern Australian menu showcases produce from the region and delicious desserts. The cocktail lounge is the perfect place for a relaxing evening drink. Cooked and continental breakfast is served daily. Presidential Motel is just an 8 minutes’ drive from the iconic Blue Lake. The Coonawarra Wine region and Ewens Pond Conservation Park are both less than 1 hour's drive away.
843 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 8.4
- Staff
- 8.3
- Location
- 8.2
What Guests Say
- “Very large, spacious rooms.”
- “Excellent breakfast.”
- “Good location.”
Top Amenities
- Restaurant
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
- Fitness Center
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Options
Our Best Price. GUARANTEED.
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1/4Executive Suite
- Accessible bath/shower
- Air conditioning
- Air purifier
- Alarm clock
1/4Deluxe Family Suite
- Accessible bath/shower
- Air conditioning
- Air purifier
- Alarm clock
1/4Standard Queen Suite
- Air conditioning
- Air purifier
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
1/4Executive Twin Suite
- Accessible bath/shower
- Air conditioning
- Air purifier
- Alarm clock
1/4Deluxe Family Room
- Accessible bath/shower
- Air conditioning
- Air purifier
- Alarm clock
1/4Deluxe Double Room
- Accessible bath/shower
- Air conditioning
- Air purifier
- Alarm clock
1/4Family Studio
- Air conditioning
- Air purifier
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
1/4Deluxe King Suite
- Accessible bath/shower
- Air conditioning
- Air purifier
- Alarm clock
1/4Standard Twin Suite
- Accessible bath/shower
- Air conditioning
- Air purifier
- Alarm clock
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What Guests Loved
Based on 843 reviews
Pros +
- The price is reasonable for my request.Staff is friendly and helpful.There is 1 parking slot for each room (Right in front of the room).I booked the room for 4 people, and the area is much bigger than I expected, with a large bathroom.The room is clean and tidy for my stay.
- The room was spotless, lovely and modern with a big bathroom
- The room was spacious and clean. The facilities are sufficient. The toilet, bath, and towels were very clean. The bed was comfortable, and extra pillows were available. The gentleman at the front desk was very helpful and gave us good information about the local attractions.
Cons -
- The hot water faucet in the bathroom was making a "hammer sound" at the beginning of use, but it quieted down as usual later.
- Nill
- - Bed was a little too soft for our preferences which is probably a personal preference thing.- Air-conditioning was not working as well at night, probably because everyone else was using it too? Not sure, but it was really cold in the afternoon (at 19 degrees) but when it was at night, I turned it on at 16 degrees and it wasn't as cold as when it was 19 degrees which was weird.
The price is reasonable for my request.Staff is friendly and helpful.There is 1 parking slot for each room (Right in front of the room).I booked the room for 4 people, and the area is much bigger than I expected, with a large bathroom.The room is clean and tidy for my stay.
The hot water faucet in the bathroom was making a "hammer sound" at the beginning of use, but it quieted down as usual later.
The room was spotless, lovely and modern with a big bathroom
The room was spacious and clean. The facilities are sufficient. The toilet, bath, and towels were very clean. The bed was comfortable, and extra pillows were available. The gentleman at the front desk was very helpful and gave us good information about the local attractions.
Nill
- We booked the Executive Suite and the room / accommodation was spacious, extremely clean and airy.- Location was very centralised and convenient to travel to everywhere that we had to travel to (e.g., Little Blue Lake, Kilsby Sinkhole and Ewen Ponds).- Staff was friendly, warm and nice.- Check-in and check-out processes were easy, quick and fuss free.- The parking was spacious and every room had a designated parking lot which was extremely convenient.- There is an air-conditioner unit in the room which helped to mitigate the summer heat!- The shampoo, conditioner, body wash, body lotion and bar soap smelt amazing!- Gym was properly equipped for workout and it was very clean, neat and tidy with all the sanitising equipment provided (e.g., sanitising wipes and towels).- Presidential motel was easy to find.- They made our bed the next day, replenished the necessities and towels.- We had a mini refrigerator in our room, some cups, plates, utensils, a kettle and a microwave oven.
- Bed was a little too soft for our preferences which is probably a personal preference thing.- Air-conditioning was not working as well at night, probably because everyone else was using it too? Not sure, but it was really cold in the afternoon (at 19 degrees) but when it was at night, I turned it on at 16 degrees and it wasn't as cold as when it was 19 degrees which was weird.
Bed was comfortable, room was clean, laundry facilities was close and the location was convenient.
The rooms was very spacious, it has a separate sitting area. Nicely refurbished. The beds were comfortable and it was quiet. We stayed in room 8.
We put out do not disturb but the room was turned over anyway which is not very environmentally friendly as we would have re used our towels , soaps and lotions etc.
The room was tidy, clean and nicely presented.
The bed was very hard and uncomfortable, the quilt was thin (even with an extra blanket) causing it be be cold in the night. The couch was not comfortable to relax on at all. The shower head was covered in lime scale causing the flow of water to be restricted and spray off in all directions soaking water all over the bathroom.There was no screen on the door therefore making it very stuffy inside.
No sunday room clean, but the person working did a quick one for us :-)
On arrival we found we had a room that had not been renovated. We asked when booking to ensure we would. In fairness it was changed straight away, but was not clear on booking.
It was spacious
Very old, carpet smells, bathroom lights didn't work. Every furniture was old and wornout.
Although the room was a bit dated, everything was very clean and the bed was very comfortable.
Lovely room facilities
The maintenance and additional cleaning was not that good. Taps leaking, laundrette very untidy including lots of lint left in machines.
Love the room and the service we were given.
I realise it's really hard to monitor yet, I have lung disease and unfortunately the room had been smoked in which is no good for me whatsoever smelt it as soon as I opened the door.
Great place. Spacious Room. Safe/enclosed car parking.
Spa bath didn't work.
Lovely clean, large modern room. I booked the Executive Room.
Nice big room but a bit dated. Could do with renovation. But clean and the KS bed very comfy.
Dated decor and bathroom.
Easy access and big room.
The room wasn’t as advertised. Obviously photos provided are specific updated rooms, and even the older looking room photos at the end of the gallery look more updated then the room we were given. Would definitely not have stayed here if this was what was advertised. Room was outdated, furniture was damp and pointless for the room size, one seater couch with a tv on a bench that wasn’t even facing it. Small bed. Bathroom was also outdated but large.
The room was clean. The staff was friendly.
The room I received looks nothing like the advertised room. It was a very outdated room from the 70s. That was real disappointment because I booked the room thinking I’m going to get what the room advertised. My room certainly not worth over $200 a night.
Room was massive and spacious! Loved that both rooms had TVs so that the kids could watch something whilst the adults could watch something else. Kids room was massive with a queen size bed plus a single bed in the same room. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Guided us for a nice meal and some perfect sight seeing things to do before we left to our next part of our holiday.
Comfy, accessible, AC works fine, room facilities are sufficient
Toilets need renovation
Very spacious room; clean and friendly staff.
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Fitness & Spa
- Fitness Center
Food & Drinks
- Restaurant
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Free Parking
- Accessible parking
Health & Safety
- Health Services
- Daily disinfection
- Professional cleaning services
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Accessible toilet
- Facilities for disabled guests available
- Wheelchair accessible
Kid Friendly
- Family Friendly
General
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
- Lower bathroom sinks available
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 2:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 10:00 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Parking | Free parking is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 2 can stay with cot, subject to additional charges. Children of age 0 and above can stay with extra bed, subject to additional charges. |
| Pets | Pets are not allowed. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
Please note there is a 1.1% charge when you pay with a credit card. For cancellation between 7th-9th April, All Public Holidays & 24th December to 4th January - there will be $30 administration fee upon the refund 7 days prior. A surcharge of AUD 100 applies for arrivals after check-in hours. All requests for late arrival are subject to confirmation by the property. Reception opening hours are: Monday to Saturday 07:30 - 20:30 Sunday 08:30 - 19:30Guests 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. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A damage deposit of AUD 100.0 is required at checkin. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of checkout via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Location
152 Jubilee Highway West, Mount Gambier
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