3 Star Hotel

Banjo Paterson Motor Inn

131 Esplanade, Lakes Entrance, Australia View Map

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Located in the heart of Lakes Entrance, Banjo Paterson Motor Inn is located next to Griffiths’ Sea Shell Museum and Marine Display on the main Esplanade road. The motel is named after Andrew Barton “Banjo” Paterson, the great Australian bush poet. It features an onsite restaurant and outdoor pool. The two-story motel and onsite are decorated with comfort in mind, with warm natural colors and minimal details with country-themed settings, reminiscent of life back in the 1880’s. All air-conditioned rooms feature a lounge area with a flat-screen LCD TV with cable channels. They offer a fridge, a mini-bar and tea and coffee making facilities. They supply an private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Most rooms are equipped with 5-star hotel mattresses, providing guests with a luxurious sleeping experience. The property also offers a state of the art keyless entry system to provide express check-in and checkout possible. Guests can check themselves in with a pre-issued pin code or mobile app. You can enjoy the views of the Cunninghame Arm and Ninety Mile Beach. BBQ facilities are offered.

468 Reviews

7.7Good
Cleanliness
8.1
Staff
8.3
Location
8.7

What Guests Say

  • “Location, easy walking distance to everything and a view of the lake from our window!”
  • “Basic facilities . Location was great. Facing the lake. Near all the restaurants in the main strip and good walking tracks. Clean and…”
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Top Amenities

  • Swimming Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Parking
  • Beachfront
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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King Room with Balcony1/4

King Room with Balcony

259 sqft • 1 King

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Premium Double/ Twin Room1/4

Premium Double/ Twin Room

259 sqft • 1 Single, 1 Queen

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Quadruple Room with Balcony1/1

Quadruple Room with Balcony

259 sqft • 2 Double

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Superior Queen Room1/4

Superior Queen Room

259 sqft • 1 Queen

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Standard Queen Room1/4

Standard Queen Room

259 sqft • 1 Queen

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Premium Queen Room1/4

Premium Queen Room

259 sqft • 1 Double

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    What Guests Loved

    7.7
    Good

    Based on 468 reviews

    Location

    8.7

    Cleanliness

    8.1

    Staff

    8.3

    Overall Quality

    7.8

    Pros +

    • Location, easy walking distance to everything and a view of the lake from our window!
    • Basic facilities . Location was great. Facing the lake. Near all the restaurants in the main strip and good walking tracks. Clean and comfortable for a short stay,
    • Reasonable price. Walking distance to shops and the water. Place is clean and spacious.

    Cons -

    • No elevator. Our bags were heavy to get upstairs. But it is a motor lodge, so not unexpected.
    • Adequate for a short stay
    • A bit run down. Bathroom needs an uplift. No breakfast here - need to go out to look for breakfast although it mentioned they have a restaurant on the website. Easy check in.
    Business Traveler (55)Solo Traveler (111)Traveling as Couple (308)Family with Young Children (123)Family with Teens (1)Senior Traveler (21)Group Traveler (61)Total (630)
    8Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 5-11-2023

    Location, easy walking distance to everything and a view of the lake from our window!

    No elevator. Our bags were heavy to get upstairs. But it is a motor lodge, so not unexpected.

    5UpiPosted on: 11-6-2025

    Basic facilities . Location was great. Facing the lake. Near all the restaurants in the main strip and good walking tracks. Clean and comfortable for a short stay,

    Adequate for a short stay

    7Hock S.Posted on: 10-30-2025

    Reasonable price. Walking distance to shops and the water. Place is clean and spacious.

    A bit run down. Bathroom needs an uplift. No breakfast here - need to go out to look for breakfast although it mentioned they have a restaurant on the website. Easy check in.

    8MaureenPosted on: 10-21-2025

    Great location right on the waterfront

    We loved it close to everything Great restaurants and the waterfront ?

    4CarolPosted on: 8-2-2025

    The location was excellent, friendly reception and room changed from upstairs to ground floor with no problem.The mattress was wonderful however a doona or extra blanket would be handy ON the bed not in the cupboard, TV very good.

    The motel is certainly NOT 3 1/2 stars more like just nudging 3, very very disappointing. It is tired, needs a lot of care and attention to bring up to standard of other motels in the vicinity. Bathroom cold and uninviting, towel rail fell off when I hung towel on it. I am not a fan of one sink for bathroom and kitchen, no bathroom privacy.

    7TraceyPosted on: 6-17-2025

    Clean, easy parking

    Bed was uncomfortable

    10LesliePosted on: 6-7-2025

    The property is well located, easy to find and most importantly clean and tidy. The room was spacious and adequate. The bed was comfy and all amenities required, were provided. A very pleasant stay which we would certainly do again if we were travelling in the area. Cathy’s Malaysian restaurant is an excellent bonus with delicious Malaysian cuisine. I would definitely recommend this motel to my family friends ??

    6RosePosted on: 4-29-2025

    The property was clean and good room size, although slightly outdated and simple. The bed was comfortable.

    The room was quite noisy being at the front of the property and close to the road. It wasn't very sound proof likely due to being older building and there was very noisy people staying in rooms next to us that partied all night long. The hotel manager however was approachable and facilitated my request for a part refund due to getting no sleep at this property.

    9TomPosted on: 4-28-2025

    No contact check in and check out made arrival and departure incredibly easy. Room was clean, tidy, had USB charging ports on one side of the bed, and a lovely view of the water with the fishing boats going out in the morning.

    Noise from neighbouring rooms carried a bit.

    10JuliePosted on: 4-28-2025

    Comfortable bed great water pressure in the shower nice view

    8DarlenePosted on: 4-18-2025

    This property was in a great location it was quiet and the best was Cathy’s Asian Kitchen is onsite and has wonderful food

    7MegPosted on: 4-18-2025

    Convenient location on The Esplanade. Easy check in and good communication before arrival. Comfortable beds and good hot shower. Simple yet comfy accomodation, good for an overnight stop. Enough room for a family.

    Could not turn light off outside bedroom window which made it a bit bright overnight.

    1AlisonPosted on: 4-17-2025

    While the location and some of the reviews lead us to believe that this place was a little bit more up-to-date than it was. The facilities are more than a little outdated now and in need of a refresh. While the room was comfortable it was advertised with a kitchenette, but in reality it was just a microwave, toaster and a sink which was shared with the bathroom. Our unit also adjoined that of someone who seems to be a permanent resident and spent a large portion of the night ranting and raving both outside and inside his apartment. This made the evening sleep a little broken. The motel is a 10 minute walk down to what you would call the main street of Lakes Entrance but on a nice day this is a good stroll along the waters edge. Pool is in need of a refresh.

    3IrenePosted on: 4-17-2025

    The location. Quiet.

    The shower was not clean and there was mould throughout the tiling. I couldn’t bear to have a shower so I didn’t. Dust behind the furniture. Bar fridge noisey hard to sleep.

    7JuliePosted on: 4-15-2025

    Although the room was clean and the staff were polite and nice, the motel is very dated and tired. We stayed in April, and most places were closed by mid afternoon, so be prepared with food (there is a Woollies down the road).

    10StevenPosted on: 4-12-2025

    Great location, Staff excellent and friendly. Definitely stay again. Talking to another visitor and he has been coming to this motel for sixteen years, I can understand why.

    5AndrewPosted on: 3-29-2025

    The bathroom needs updating mildew heavy in shower and around toilet In general bathroom could do with huge makeover

    8GraemePosted on: 3-25-2025

    Very clean and loved the view of the water from balcony

    could of done with some washing up detergent to clean the dishes with

    9SandraPosted on: 3-23-2025

    The room was clean and the staff were friendly and it was located at the edge of town. The only reason i gave the location a lower score as it was a fair walk from the footbridge to the beach but apart from this great value for money and very clean

    9DebbiePosted on: 3-22-2025

    Easy access and close to the beach.Good value.Clean.Close to Cafe and restaurants.

    Shower over the jacuzzi.Very hard to get in and out of.Shower head wasn't long enough or high enough to get under the shower head.

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Swimming & Soaking

    • Beachfront
    • Swimming Pool
    • Fence around pool
    • Kids' pool
    • Outdoor pool
    • Plunge pool
    • Salt-water pool

    Food & Drinks

    • Restaurant

    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 2 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 3% charge when you pay with an American Express credit card. Please note that cooking crabs, storing smelly food and cooking in electric kettle is prohibited in guest rooms, penalties apply.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.

    Location

    Banjo Paterson Motor Inn

    131 Esplanade, Lakes Entrance

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