Coastal Motel

3.5 star property
Victorian motel connected to the convention centre in Apollo Bay with free valet parking

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Exterior
Three Bedroom House - Ocean View
Superior Family Loft
Deluxe King Room | Private kitchen
Deluxe King Room | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$106
includes taxes & fees
11 June - 12 June

Explore the area

Map
171 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay, VIC, 3233
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Apollo Bay Harbour
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Superior Family Loft

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

Three Bedroom House - Ocean View

Highlights

Garden
Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
  • 90 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

Deluxe King Room

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Loft

  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Three Bedroom House With Sea View

  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Apollo Bay

You'll be connected to the convention centre at Coastal Motel, and within steps of Great Ocean Road Waterfront and Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre. Highlights at this beach motel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LCD TVs. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area and tour/ticket assistance. There's also the convenience of free valet parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Apollo Bay motel include Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Apollo Bay Bowls Club.

What's nearby

  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Apollo Bay Golf Club - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Apollo Bay Harbour - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Marriners Lookout - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 154 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪George's Takeaway - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Icaro Wholefood Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Apollo Bay Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Apollo Bay Fisherman Co-Op Society - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Great Ocean Road Brewhouse - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Coastal Motel

Victorian motel connected to the convention centre in Apollo Bay with free valet parking
Coastal Motel offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. The business-friendly Coastal Motel also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and room service (during limited hours). Self parking and valet parking are free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Apollo Bay motel.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1983
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Coastal Motel offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. This individually furnished accommodation includes desks. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, microwaves and rice cookers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Apollo Bay motel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Filipino, Malay

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Built in 1983
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 15.0 per night.

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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 15.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1 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, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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, debit cards, cash, mobile payments and Apple Pay. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Coastal Apollo Bay
Coastal Motel
Coastal Motel Apollo Bay
Coastal Motel Apollo Bay/Great Ocean Road
Coastal Motel Motel
Coastal Motel Apollo Bay
Coastal Motel Motel Apollo Bay

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Coastal Motel?

Coastal Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Coastal Motel?

As of 9 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Coastal Motel on 11 June 2025 start from AU$105.6, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Coastal Motel?

Yep, Coastal Motel has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Are there any beaches close to Coastal Motel?

Yep, Coastal Motel is a short 5-minute walk from Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve.

Is Coastal Motel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as cots/infant beds and travel cots in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Coastal Motel is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Coastal Motel?

No, Coastal Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Coastal Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Coastal Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Coastal Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 617 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 319 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Les

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stat. highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We lived our stay here! Right across the road from the beach, one block walk to the main shopping area including heaps of dining options, room was super clean, recently renovated and comfortably accommodated our family of five. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

RAVI

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Lovely and clean Modern finishes, recently refinished
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph, Denbigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely spotless room, excellent value, friendly host & an almost ludicrously beautiful location in Apollo bay!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivek

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Collette

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A perfectly located motel in Apollo bay. Across the road from the beach. Easy parking, very clean and equiped well enough for one or two nights. Philip at reception was an absolute delight. Very helpful and polite.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful. The room was well appointed, clean and comfortable. The motel was in walkable distance to the beach, restaurants and shops. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service
No staff in office.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

larry

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very good stay; will go back!

Very good stay. Easy to check in and out - no one in the morning. Room large, clean and comfortable. No issues with the stay. Good and free parking. Close to the beach, easy walk. Close to restaurants and food store - easy walk. Mentioned laundry but only washer. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the staff was very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great stay

Just a 1 night stay during our Great Ocean Road trip. Check In was swift and easy. Room was nice and clean. Good location in the town.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to beach and shops. Rooms were modern and well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Brett

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

convient and nice staff.

nice room and close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mustafa

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed and facilities were great. The staff were very friendly. The location is wonderful. It was a very very pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Nigel

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

A night at Apollo

A interesting stopover at Apollo Bay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

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

Excellent Motel!

Excellent Motel with very spacious, modern and immaculate king size rooms. Host very friendly on check in. Location is perfect on Apollo Bay beachfront, would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely, spacious room with comfortable beds. My only suggestions are to put a coffee maker in the room and would love to see compost and recycling bins in the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in, large clean room. Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Igor, Bonbeach

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good motel. Everything inside is very new and shiny. All you might need in the kitchen, good mattresses. Nothing to complain about.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024