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Otway Gate Motel

2.5 star property

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A well-maintained garden with a dining area, surrounded by lush greenery and a blue fence.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June

Explore the area

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52-56 Murray Street East, Colac, VIC, 3250
  • Place, Colac Botanic Gardens
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Colac
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Bluewater Leisure Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Bunk room

Bunk room

  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Family Room

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, bed sheets

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A neatly made bed with a striped bedspread, two pillows, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Colac

At Otway Gate Motel you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Lake Colac and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Colac Botanic Gardens. Highlights at this motel include in-room LCD TVs. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, barbecues and a picnic area. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7 AM and 8:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Colac motel include Bluewater Leisure Centre and Colac Golf Course.
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What's nearby

  • Colac Botanic Gardens - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Lake Colac - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Bluewater Leisure Centre - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Great Otway National Park - 15 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Lorne Beach - 49 min drive - 66.6 km

Getting around

  • Colac Station - 17 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Bella Hope Coffee - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Ritcho's Bakery - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Shannon’s Cafe - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Otway Gate Motel

WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business centre. Otway Gate Motel also features barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This Colac motel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Otway Gate Motel offers 18 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Bathrooms include a rainfall showerhead and hairdryers. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: AUD 4.50 to 150 per person

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space

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.
  • No lift (single-level property)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20.00 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 4.50 to 150.00 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20.00 per day

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 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Otway Gate Motel Colac
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Otway Gate
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Otway Gate Motel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Otway Gate Motel?

As of 26 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Otway Gate Motel on 28 June 2026 start from AU$158, 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 Otway Gate Motel?

Yep, Otway Gate Motel has a free self car park.

Is Otway Gate Motel family-friendly?

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

Does Otway Gate Motel serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily from 7 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Otway Gate Motel?

No, Otway Gate Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Otway Gate Motel?

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

Are pets allowed at Otway Gate Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Otway Gate Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 203 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 203 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 203 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 203 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 203 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel. Clean, comfortable and walking distance to town
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfy, good value, lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place and convenient to main area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a very pleasant stay. The room was very comfortable. The location is close to the Botanical Garden and the lake, but also not far from the town center.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very efficient, friendly and helpful. The room was very clean and substantial.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean simple room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Saman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, friendly staff, clean rooms, highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room with lots of amenities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay. The rooms are clean and newly renovated.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Although the motel did not look very exciting from the outside, once inside a room it was very clean and worked well.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots off room to park and very clean good stuff and lovely place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Hiu Ching

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The motel is very clean and comfy. Host was very helpful and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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8/10 Good

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and friendliness of staff and helpfull
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean and a great place to stay. The communication was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kaye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Can always depend on the rooms being A1 in all aspects.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hafizullah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best room and more clean Everything available
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly helpful and understanding
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well presented room. Is on a main route but traffic noise not tooo bad. Very friendly staff gave good tip for dining out.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Comfy spot for an overnight stay

Quick overnight stay. Friendly staff. Clean and comfort rooms. Bit of noise from the road.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Azian

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable. Parking at the door. Good position in town. Has been renovated recently with quality furnishings and fittings. Owner was very friendly on check in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024