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Taft Motor Inn

Property class: 3.5

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a mirror.
A compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a coffee table with a plant, a painting of a pier, and a TV on the wall.
A compact kitchen with grey cabinets, a built-in dishwasher, and a wall-mounted air conditioning unit.
A compact kitchen with light wood cabinets, a microwave, a refrigerator, a kettle, and a sink.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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18 Moseley Street, Glenelg, SA, 5045
  • Place, Glenelg Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Glenelg Jetty
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, The Beachhouse
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Adelaide, SA (ADL)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a grey sofa, a desk, and a chair.

Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a ceiling fan.

Studio

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

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A compact room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a kitchenette.

Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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A modern living room with a blue sofa, a coffee table with a plant, a painting of a pier, and a TV on the wall.

Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a wooden floor.

Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Adelaide

At Taft Motor Inn you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Glenelg Beach and Jetty Road. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in and express check-out. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Glenelg motel, attractions include Adelaide Convention Centre and Adelaide Oval.
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What's nearby

  • Jetty Road - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Glenelg Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Glenelg Jetty - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Beachhouse - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Moseley Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Adelaide Hove Station - 5 min drive
  • Moseley Square (Stop 17) Tram Stop - 5 min walk
  • Adelaide, SA (ADL) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Jetty Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Banjo’s Bakery Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bay Fish Shop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Moseley Beach Club - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Beach Burrito Co. Glenelg - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Taft Motor Inn

Taft Motor Inn offers its guests laundry facilities, express check-in, and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Adelaide motel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site
Taft Motor Inn offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 3-device limit

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

American ExpressMastercardVisa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Service fee: 4 per cent
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Free WiFi in public areas has a 3-device limit.

Property class

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Taft Motor Inn?

Taft Motor Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Taft Motor Inn?

Yep, Taft Motor Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Taft Motor Inn?

Yep, Taft Motor Inn is a short 4-minute walk from Glenelg Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing.

Does Taft Motor Inn have a waterslide?

No, there is no waterslide at Taft Motor Inn, but The Beachhouse is a short 6-minute walk away.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Taft Motor Inn?

No, Taft Motor Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Taft Motor Inn?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Taft Motor Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Taft Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 217 out of 404 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 140 out of 404 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 404 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 404 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 404 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Larrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet yet close to all of the attractions in Glenelg and Jetty Road.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional location, convenient and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect so close to shops and beach
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price no frills hotel iin excellent location. Place was clean and bed was comfortable. Will stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accom looked nicer inside than expected:) parking was right outside the door and the location was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
5 min walk to jetty rd glenelg and parking off street in front of accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Parking 🅿️
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, good rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable and quite area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is so close to the main area and at a reasonable price.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nikki

Liked: Staff & service
Convenient location, walking distance to Jetty road and quiet. Shower needs guard or at least a curtain. Water got everywhere and was a bit of a safety issue. Needs updating and good clean, rubbish on the floor, toilet roll holder broken, curtain strings broken and stained grout.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jackie

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great, room Wasn’t very clean, air conditioner was very dirty, no shower curtain, broken toilet roll holder, dirty coffee cups. Was disappointed with overall presentation of the room!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was ideal
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bronwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Taft was convenient for what we were wanting, it was close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, comfy bed and room. However the key pad to get into the room was a little dodgy and hard to get in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, kitchenette, Kayo and Netflix on TV, quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lynette

Well located in Glenelg
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mervyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value and well appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay if down glenelg end of adelaide. Quite, walk away from the beach and shops. Great price for location too. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Plenty of room and convenient to everything you could want on Jetty Road. Great public transport options to town or Marion. Very reasonably priced. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

BRANKO

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable

Our stay to place the taft is convenient comfortable and so close to all facilities wr always enjoy our stay at this place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was ok but the room wasn’t as good as the room I had on a previous stay even though it was same price
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Fergus

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Lights didnt work in main bedroom. No plug for the sink, so water wasted down the plug hole
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

BRANKO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Comfortable

As usual very comfortable convenient stay at the taft never let us down just ideal for the beach and shopping.kids nice and safe and so close to playground
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay. Recently renovated room very lovely. Friendly communication for room code. Great spot and very close to the beach area. Recommend this accommodation
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024