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Taft Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Motel with free parking, a short walk to Glenelg Beach

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Studio | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
18 Moseley Street, Glenelg, SA, 5045
  • Glenelg Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Glenelg Jetty
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • West Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Adelaide, SA (ADL)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Apartment

Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

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Studio

Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Studio

Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Apartment

Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Single Sofa Beds

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 Casino.
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What's nearby

  • Glenelg Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Glenelg Jetty - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Beachhouse - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • West Beach - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Brighton Beach - 6 min drive - 4.9 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

  • ‪Noodle Box - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jetty Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Beach Burrito Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pasta Go Go - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Superette - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Taft Motor Inn

Motel with free parking, a short walk to Glenelg Beach
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.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site
Taft Motor Inn offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

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

Languages

English

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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

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • 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

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

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.
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.

We should mention

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

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Best Western Taft Motor
Best Western Taft Motor Glenelg
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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, only service animals are allowed.

Taft Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 207 out of 376 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 376 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 376 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 376 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 376 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

8/10 Good

Lynette

Well located in Glenelg
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Morkos

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We expected an older style unit in need of a facelift. We didn’t expect a unit that was in a state of disrepair! NOT CLEAN. Bathroom ceiling had huge patch of paint/plaster coming away with what looked like mould. The vanity had a drawer taped together with packing tape and there were holes in the wall where I assume there was once a towel rail. Wall lights above both beds didn’t work. Huge amount of light comes into the bedroom from outside security lights despite the blinds. Unit 22 is only carpark not marked so you get to play guess where to park. We contacted the property with our concerns before leaving this review.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Catherine

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No front desk or staff at property so no mechanism to checkin aside from dodgy looking link outside hotels.com with extra fee at 4%, which doesn't align with the ACCC. Despite checkin being at 2pm, I was sent details on how to access room at 5pm.The carparking is essentially on street, not covered. Rooms are accessible directly to street. No conditioner provided. Went to use a mug and the first 3 I pulled out of the cupboard were dirty.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After 4 attempts I eventually found a clean coffee mug. The sliding door to bathroom/toilet does not completely close so it's a bit embarrassing if anybody is in the kitchen opposite. I'm sure these issues can be followed up as it's a great unit with easy access to all that Glenelg has to offer. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Max

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Cheap and close to Glenelg.

Cheap and close stay to the restaurants in Glenelg. It’s honest accommodation so don’t judge it too harshly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

BRANKO

Travelled with family
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

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Location, clean safe. Difficult to get into at first - not used to codes.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

BRANKO

Travelled with family
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

6/10 Okay

John

Travelled with partner
The room could have been cleaner. The shower pipes rattled. Please repaint numbers on car parks so it is easy to see. It was a convenient location for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glen

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

8/10 Good

Nathan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room modern enough only bad thing is only 5 mins of hot water
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Gina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Generally a nice apartment and stay. Downsides -queen bed was SO firm it was difficult to sleep, there was a lot of “people” noise from a close apartment during the middle of the night on several nights and we had problems every time we left the apartment to lock the door which was SUPER annoying.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness
Just a couple of things that would not be difficult to put right namely: Blinds in bed room and lounge both needed attention Wall lights were inoperative in lounge and bedroom Tie cords on electric blanket were untied An information sheet for the microwave would have been useful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The location was great. Quick walk to Jetty Road and the beach. The room was clean although could have done with some maintenance. Bathroom ceiling had paint peeling and some parts of wall had plaster missing. The first room we had, there were issues with the blind not working. After some back and forth with the representative on the phone, we were given another room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Kristen

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

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

4/10 Poor

Christiane

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Carpet was filthy and the bed was totally uncomfortable. The Pillows are mostly 10 years old with no solid filling. I won’t stay there ever again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Can’t pay with cash, 8% extra in charges.

Although hotels.com quoted a fixed price that could be paid at the property, the property was not staffed, and payment could only be made by a link in an email, which I consider unsafe, and there was a surprise 4% card charge and another 4% service charge on top, despite there being no staff there. Payment in cash was not possible. The next door air conditioner was ridiculously loud, no sheets for the second bed, a dirty pillow in the cupboard and the bathroom window didn’t function and its fly screen was ill fitting. Great location, and the refurbished lounge and kitchen was fine, but I wouldn’t choose to use an unstaffed property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Wayne J

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024