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Shannon Motor Inn

3.5-star property
283-285 Shannon Ave, Newtown, VIC 1800 796 370
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4.5 out of 5
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By a verified traveller on Thu 11 Nov 2021

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Hotel Description

At Shannon Motor Inn you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of The Heights Heritage House and Garden and Islamic Society of Geelong. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi.

All 18 rooms feature sitting areas, flat-screen TVs, and coffee/tea makers. In-room dining is easy with amenities like refrigerators and microwaves. Additionally, hair dryers, irons/ironing boards, and free toiletries are available.

This motel has free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a garden. Plus you'll find barbecue grills and luggage storage. Each morning continental breakfast is served between noon and noon. There's also the convenience of free self parking.

Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-star Newtown motel include Geelong Performing Arts Center and Balyang Sanctuary.

Double Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$126* Per night/room 13 Dec. - 14 Dec.

Quadruple Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Family Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Twin Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Executive Spa Suite

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Shannon Motor Inn ratings based on 205 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.5 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Shannon Motor Inn

Everyone (99) Couples (37) Family (68)
4 out of 5
What we wanted for the weekend

Posted by on 11 Nov. 2021

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5 out of 5
The family room was spacious and had everything we needed. Room was spotlessly cleaned. Staff was friendly and helpful. Close to woolies and geelong city.

Posted by on 31 Oct. 2021

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5 out of 5
was very clean

Posted by on 4 Jul. 2021

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4 out of 5
no radio - luckily I had my own

Posted by on 22 Jun. 2021

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5 out of 5
As always, a very pleasant stay

Posted by on 20 Jun. 2021

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22 Jun. 2021 by susan

Thanks for placing a review for us at the Shannon Motor Inn, we are glad you enjoyed your stay. Kind regards Susan

5 out of 5

Posted by on 21 May 2021

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22 Jun. 2021 by Susan

Thanks for placing a review for us at the Shannon Motor Inn, We hope you enjoyed your time in Geelong. Kind regards Susan

5 out of 5
Very well equipped, comfortable, quiet and good location.

Posted by on 5 Apr. 2021

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10 Apr. 2021 by Susan

Hi, Thanks for placing a review for us at the Shannon Motor Inn, we hope you enjoyed your stay. Kind regards Susan

5 out of 5
Good location, clean and tidy room.

Posted by on 3 Apr. 2021

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10 Apr. 2021 by Susan

Thanks so much for your review, we hope you enjoyed your stay Kind regards Susan

5 out of 5

Posted by on 28 Mar. 2021

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10 Apr. 2021 by Susan

Thanks you, we hope you enjoyed your time in Geelong. Kind regards Susan

5 out of 5
Property was clean and comfortable. It was really well located, a 10 minute drive (maximum) to most places, with a supermarket across the road.

Posted by on 27 Mar. 2021

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10 Apr. 2021 by Susan

Hi, Thanks for placing a review for us at the Shannon Motor Inn, we hope you enjoyed your stay. We are lucky to have many handy facilities close by. Kind regards Susan

About the Shannon Motor Inn

Location 283-285 Shannon Ave, Newtown, VIC 3220

Property Features

WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a business center on site. Shannon Motor Inn also features barbecue grills and a garden. Self parking is free. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Geelong motel.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Train station: South Geelong Station (3.4 km / 2.1 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Shannon Motor Inn offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

  • Sitting area
  • Flat-screen television
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Cribs (surcharge)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy continental breakfast daily from noon to noon.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 9 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9 PM. 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 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. This property can only accept bookings for essential travel or stays. You may be asked to provide evidence of this on arrival. For more information, check local advisories before you book.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 9 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. This property can only accept bookings for essential travel or stays. You may be asked to provide evidence of this on arrival. For more information, check local advisories before you book.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.00 per night.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property and commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; guests are provided with hand sanitizer.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No lifts
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are not washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: AUD 10.00 per person (approximately)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability, amount varies)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.00 per night

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

Hotel Names

  • Shannon Motor Inn Newtown
  • Shannon Motor Inn
  • Shannon Motor Newtown
  • Shannon Motor
  • Shannon Motor Inn Motel
  • Shannon Motor Inn Newtown
  • Shannon Motor Inn Motel Newtown
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