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Coonawarra Motor Lodge

3.5 star property

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A round wooden table with two wicker chairs, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.
A well-maintained garden with various flowers and a lawn in front of a building with outdoor seating.
A neatly made bed with a striped blanket, two pillows, and a floral wall hanging. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a clock.
A building with a sign reading "Motel Reception" and an "Office" sign above the door.
A courtyard with a lawn, a tree, and a building with balconies.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July

Explore the area

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114 Church Street, Penola, SA, 5277
  • Place, Penola and Coonawarra Information Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Petticoat Lane
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Parker Coonawarra Estate
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Mount Gambier, SA (MGB)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a table with chairs, a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room, Garden View

Room, Garden View

Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Penola

At Coonawarra Motor Lodge you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Koonara Wines and Penola and Coonawarra Information Centre. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area and express check-out. Continental breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Penola motel include Mary MacKillop Interpretive Centre and Petticoat Lane.
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What's nearby

  • Penola and Coonawarra Information Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Petticoat Lane - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mary MacKillop Interpretive Centre - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Parker Coonawarra Estate - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Patrick of Coonawarra - 1 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Mount Gambier, SA (MGB) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coonawarra Motor Lodge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Royal Oak Hotel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Lito - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Windara Bakery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Prince Of Wales - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Coonawarra Motor Lodge

Coonawarra Motor Lodge offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Coonawarra Motor Lodge also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and express check-out. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Penola motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Coonawarra Motor Lodge offers 12 accommodations with air conditioning. This Penola motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 10 for adults and AUD 10 for children

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 7 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 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), key retrieval

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately AUD 10 for adults and from AUD 10 for children

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 59383872504

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Coonawarra Motor Lodge Penola
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Coonawarra Motor Lodge?

Coonawarra Motor Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Coonawarra Motor Lodge?

As of 28 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Coonawarra Motor Lodge on 29 July 2026 start from AU$155, 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 Coonawarra Motor Lodge?

Yep, Coonawarra Motor Lodge has a free self car park.

Does Coonawarra Motor Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, continental brekkie is available daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Coonawarra Motor Lodge?

No, Coonawarra Motor Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Coonawarra Motor Lodge?

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

Are pets allowed at Coonawarra Motor Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Coonawarra Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 240 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 240 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 240 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 240 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 240 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and didn't feel cheap and nasty like some motels. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

sally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking. Easy to walk into town centre.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless and spacious room made our stay so comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, all amenities provided as well as staff were good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Amenities
Nice for an overnight stopover.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A spacious room with outdoor seating. Beautiful grounds 😊
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very handy to town centre, easy parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was spot on as normal, easy stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a hidden gem. Perfect for business or leisure. All rooms face an attractive lawn and BBQ area. No fuss staff, guest laundry, good TV and fridge and quite spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet convenient location. Lovely area plenty to see and many cafes. The BBQ garden area would be great kn a summers day.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and well run property. Great location within the town.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable stay. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very vkean staff vere amazing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were kept in a very clean state - owners very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and amenities were clean. The addition of a solid table and comfortable armchair were welcomed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gayle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and presentable accommodation. Would be happy to stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Mrs Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel is a pleasant and quiet place to stay in the charming town of Penola. It is within easy walking distance to the shops and the numerous historical sites. Although a little dated, our room was spotless, and offered all the amenities required for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Greg

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

Good budget motel

Clean and tidy, good position to walk to the town.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Merrilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Roomy with all that was needed for the traveller. Excellent value would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious, clean with good shower. Could sit out on the balcony on 1st floor. Quiet each night we stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a pleasant Motel for a budget conscious person like us. Well situated in Penola. Close to eateries and the Coonawarra district. The owners a very kind and happy to please.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and utensils were nice and clean. The host was very friendly. It was 500 or so meters from the centre of Penola and there was good off street parking (free). We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very good value for the price. The grill area was excellent and the people running the place were amazing. It may not be the most flash place but it was the best value that we have found in several trips to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023