The Commodore

4.0 star property
Motel in Mount Gambier with a bar

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Three-Bedroom House- 1 Fairlie Streeet | Private kitchen
Four-Bedroom House- 9 Fairlie Street | Private kitchen
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Three-Bedroom House- 1 Fairlie Streeet | Private kitchen
Three-Bedroom House- 5 Fairlie Street | Private kitchen

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept

Explore the area

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Corner of Jubillee Highway and Penola, Mount Gambier, SA, 5290
  • Mount Gambier Central
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Umpherston Sinkhole
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Blue Lake Reserve
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Mount Gambier, SA (MGB)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Minibar
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Twin Studio

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe King Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Grand King Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Minibar
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Four-Bedroom House- 9 Fairlie Street

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Toaster
  • 93 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 11
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds, 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Deluxe Studio Suite with Spa Bath

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Three-Bedroom House- 1 Fairlie Streeet

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Executive Spa Suite

Highlights

Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Three-Bedroom House- 5 Fairlie Street

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Two-Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Minibar
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Studio Terrace

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Minibar
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Mount Gambier

At The Commodore you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Mount Gambier Catholic Parish and Cave Gardens. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .For a drink, you can stop by the motel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Mount Gambier motel include Lady Nelson Discovery Centre and Riddoch Art Gallery.

What's nearby

  • Cave Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mount Gambier Central - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Olympic Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Umpherston Sinkhole - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Blue Lake Reserve - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Mount Gambier, SA (MGB) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Presto Eatery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tia's Cafe Co - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Gourmet India Restaurant - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Commodore

Motel in Mount Gambier with a bar
The Commodore offers its guests laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and room service (during limited hours). Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

This 4-star Mount Gambier motel is smoke free.

  • 53 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Commodore offers 53 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a hairdryer. This Mount Gambier motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 16 to 24 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

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

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 1-inch TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 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 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 15.0 per day.

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 16 to 24 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 15.0 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, 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Commodore Park Motel Mount Gambier
Commodore Park Motel
Commodore Park Mount Gambier
The Commodore Motel
Commodore on the Park
The Commodore Mount Gambier
The Commodore Motel Mount Gambier

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Commodore?

The Commodore offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Commodore?

As of 29 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Commodore on 19 Sept 2025 start from AU$121.77, 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.

Does The Commodore serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Commodore?

No, The Commodore does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Commodore?

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

Are pets allowed at The Commodore?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Commodore Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 416 out of 877 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 309 out of 877 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 877 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 877 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 877 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Teresa

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were dirty, microwave unusable due to odours of curry, maintenance required in wet ateas. Cutlery, plates not clean, unsure if linen was fresh and clean .Fridge smelled, dining table not clean. No real love or care ...Bathroom not cleaned thoroughly...disappointed never recommend. Location was ideal thats it...
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kellie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean & comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
On site restaurant was excellent for taste but expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located. Comfy bed. Aircon was a bit hard to use though.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
only there for one night, but it's been as good as any we've been to , Thanks; Robert.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

LJ

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

3 day trip, home away from home.

Stayed 3 nights for a sporting event
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Commodore Motel is in great location-staff are friendly and helpful-rooms are comfortable and clean-restaurant produces amazing meals.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

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

Good Balue for money

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alleera

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with stay and will be back again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gayan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, nice restaurant with a bar & friendly and efficient staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room, great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Surendranath geddi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Ros

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Not the best location on main road, but overall comfortable bed, clean although a bit dated
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mataika

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

Great Hotel in Mt Gambier

Great hotel, rooms were new and comfortable beds for the 4 of us. Convenient location next to the famous sink hole and city center walkable. Would highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Mt Gambier
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shraddha

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the above likes .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Janice

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good position in town. Just starting to show age. It would have been handy to have free bottled water in room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Commodore is just a short walk to main shopping strip. Is always clean and staff are helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025