Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.

Is breakfast offered at the hotel?

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee of approximately AUD 15.00 per person.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 9:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Late check-out may be available for a fee of AUD 25.00, subject to availability.

What is the location of the property in relation to nearby attractions?

The property is located in Mount Gambier, within a 15-minute walk of Engelbrecht Cave and Vansittart Park. It is 1.2 miles from Marist Park and 1.3 miles from Hastings Cunningham Reserve Dog Park.

Are children allowed to stay at the property?

Yes, children are allowed to stay at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of AUD 15.00 per night, subject to availability. Advance request is required for rollaway beds.

Tower Motor Inn - Comfortable Accommodation in Mount Gambier

Average nightly price at Tower Motor Inn by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$86
February	$70
March	$75
April	$83
May	$71
June	$66
July	$63
August	$67
September	$69
October	$75
November	$71
December	$90

What guests think

At Tower Motor Inn, travellers consistently find clean, good-value, no-frills rooms and generally friendly service, with easy self-service check-in, while many also note the property is older and dated, and several mention noticeable noise from traffic and neighbouring rooms.

Beds and showers earn praise, though room sizes vary and amenities are basic, with occasional shortcomings like a very small fridge, no hair dryer, or a mislabelled bed size. Cleanliness is frequently highlighted, but a few guests reported lapses in housekeeping or stale odours. The location is convenient for shops and local sights, though it sits on a busy road and some guests chose to drive due to limited public transport. Expect a simple, budget-friendly stay focused on basics.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic, with free parking and a useful BBQ/outdoor kitchen area; parking can be tight for larger vehicles.

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10

Nigel

May 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room was a good size for 2 people, clean and easy parking, our only complaint was that the reverse cycle Air-conditioning/heater was noisy and prevented a good nights sleep.

8

Linda

Jan 11, 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Older style hotel with great service clean easy access. Free parking.

8

Miriam

Dec 21, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Outstanding value for money$! Convenient location. Very clean and comfortable room. Reception area was uncomfortably hot and glary - off putting (no aircon??)

8

Linda

Jan 12, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Old style motel with great amenities service good location. Great shower and bed

6

Pijush

Jan 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I booked the hotel as 2 adults and 1 child but there was no separate bed for my child. On top of that the bed was a double bed which gave us terrible sleeping experience for 3 of us. None of us could sleep well. The room was so compact that there are not much room. I felt it is ideal for a single person or hardly a couple. Outdoor kitchen and area were good and had smooth onboarding experience.

10

Brett

Jun 13, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We were looked after well they had a bbq on site and we were able to use their hot plate for cooking very friendly office person and close to the main street

8

Kira

Nov 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Parking is small and not 4x4 friendly

8

Rebecca

Mar 21, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean, comfortable and well maintained, especially for an old property. The BBQ area is lovely and all necessities are provided. Can hear occupants in adjacent room (muffled). Katrina was very helpful with dinner options and visit ideas, service was excellent!

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Cleanliness

Rooms are generally very clean and tidy across reviews, though a few guests noted missed spots or stale smells.

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8

Alan

Jun 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean.

8

Leonie

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Office was closed had to navigate the automated check in. Room should have been cleaned better. Looked like pubic hair on the bench. Coffee spillage on the kitchen bench and the toilet had spots of Pooh spray in the bowl.

8

Greg

Oct 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was well set out clean, up to date and comfortable.

10

catherine

Feb 27, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This property was in an ideal location for us. Though the facilities were a little outdated they were very clean and well presented. the surrounds were kept neat. Our late arrival was accommodated without any issues. We would stay again if the opportunity arose.

4

Charles

Mar 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was quite smelly and not fresh. The betting had a lot of human hair fragments. The fridge and tv are all outdated from the 1990s

10

Bronwyn

Apr 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This Motor Inn was a great find for an overnight stay on our way to Adelaide. Easy to find and close to seeing the sights on Mount Gambia, the room was compact, clean and cosy. Great stay and easy to check in and out on a public holiday.

8

Sara

Nov 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean

10

Kwan Wai

Jan 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and tidy. Good location to visit surrounding areas

10

Drew

May 8, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

The cleanest motel I’ve been to in a very long time. Easy check in, good bathroom and handy location.

10

Leigh

Mar 13, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

A really clean, well run motel. Our stay was great. The bed was comfortable and the shower hot and strong. Very happy! 😊

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Rooms

Rooms are basic and dated but generally comfortable, with many noting good beds and showers. Noise from the road and thin walls is a recurring complaint, sizes range from compact to spacious, and some amenities are minimal (e.g., small fridge, no hair dryer).

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John

Jun 3, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Staying here was great nice and spacious

10

Simon

Jul 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Comfy bed and large telly. Great shower. What more do you need. Will stay again when in Mount Gambier

8

Nick

Apr 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Property is quite dated. Could do with an update. Paintwork, decor, technology and landscaping all need some attention. Bed was adequate but not as comfortable as many I have encountered. Value for money was ok and everything was clean and tiday.

6

Ros

Apr 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

On a busy intersection. Had a neighbourhood dog bark constantly from behind our room. Bed comfortable. Room good sized.

10

Bronwyn

Apr 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This Motor Inn was a great find for an overnight stay on our way to Adelaide. Easy to find and close to seeing the sights on Mount Gambia, the room was compact, clean and cosy. Great stay and easy to check in and out on a public holiday.

4

Erin

Oct 18, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were friendly and the room was clean however the noise is an absolute deal breaker. Do not stay here if you need peace and quiet. You can hear the people in the room next door and the traffic on Jubilee highway will wake you up at 5am.

8

Gayle

Oct 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean … the fridge was disgustingly small!! I need to be able to freeze water bottles when travelling to keep esky cold for medications and I couldn’t fit anything small in the freezer.

6

Alistair

Nov 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good value but you do get what you pay for. Interior has seen better days but, basically, there is nothing wrong with it. No security chain on door but there is a modern electronic lock. The room had a connecting door to the room next door which wasn’t lockable but appeared secure as only one side of each door had a door handle. Location picks up a lot of road/traffic noise. Also noisy from other guests - rooms don’t appear to be insulated from noise.

8

Joy

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy check in with electronic machine. Room was clean but no hair dryer.

6

michelle

Nov 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Not once did we see any staff. Checked in and out via a machine. Room very average. Motel very dated.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful. Check-in is often self-service and easy for many, but some disliked the lack of staff or limited reception hours.

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10

Bianca

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy to check in

10

Malcolm

Jul 16, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The accommodation was good. The room was clean and served its purpose. The staff were very friendly and I would stay there again

6

Michael

Aug 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Self check in is a disgrace.. needed fresh milk none… needed decaf coffee … none will never stay here again.. I have been staying here for 12 years and it’s gone downhill since change of ownership

8

Paul

Jun 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The lady at the office was fantastic in helping us out of a difficult situation

10

Peter

Nov 2, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were so friendly and helpful. Highly recommend

10

Bing

Dec 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly service

8

Anthony

Nov 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Courteous staff at reception

8

Joy

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy check in with electronic machine. Room was clean but no hair dryer.

6

Fiona

Oct 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Toilet made noises all night, and reception not open when it was supposec to be. I would normally not complain, but room alot smaller than expecting

6

michelle

Nov 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Not once did we see any staff. Checked in and out via a machine. Room very average. Motel very dated.

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Location

Convenient to shops and local sights and easy to find. However, its position on a main road brings traffic noise, public transport is limited, and some guests preferred to drive.

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Paul

May 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This retro property was convenient to find and easy working to local tavern for dining

10

Chris

Apr 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet location but close to shops. Great staff.

10

catherine

Feb 27, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This property was in an ideal location for us. Though the facilities were a little outdated they were very clean and well presented. the surrounds were kept neat. Our late arrival was accommodated without any issues. We would stay again if the opportunity arose.

8

Zak

Feb 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It is very nice and clean and comfortable. Staff are all really nice and check-in was easy. The only things is there isn't much public transport around but that doesn't have anything to do with the motel.

6

Ros

Apr 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

On a busy intersection. Had a neighbourhood dog bark constantly from behind our room. Bed comfortable. Room good sized.

10

Bronwyn

Apr 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This Motor Inn was a great find for an overnight stay on our way to Adelaide. Easy to find and close to seeing the sights on Mount Gambia, the room was compact, clean and cosy. Great stay and easy to check in and out on a public holiday.

4

Erin

Oct 18, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were friendly and the room was clean however the noise is an absolute deal breaker. Do not stay here if you need peace and quiet. You can hear the people in the room next door and the traffic on Jubilee highway will wake you up at 5am.

10

Kwan Wai

Jan 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and tidy. Good location to visit surrounding areas

6

Desmond

Oct 22, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely people and nice motel, let down by heavy noise from road outside. Need to drive to town.

6

Alistair

Nov 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good value but you do get what you pay for. Interior has seen better days but, basically, there is nothing wrong with it. No security chain on door but there is a modern electronic lock. The room had a connecting door to the room next door which wasn’t lockable but appeared secure as only one side of each door had a door handle. Location picks up a lot of road/traffic noise. Also noisy from other guests - rooms don’t appear to be insulated from noise.

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Dining

Not enough information in reviews.

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Paul

May 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This retro property was convenient to find and easy working to local tavern for dining

6

Michael

Aug 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Self check in is a disgrace.. needed fresh milk none… needed decaf coffee … none will never stay here again.. I have been staying here for 12 years and it’s gone downhill since change of ownership

6

Pijush

Jan 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I booked the hotel as 2 adults and 1 child but there was no separate bed for my child. On top of that the bed was a double bed which gave us terrible sleeping experience for 3 of us. None of us could sleep well. The room was so compact that there are not much room. I felt it is ideal for a single person or hardly a couple. Outdoor kitchen and area were good and had smooth onboarding experience.

8

Elizabeth

Jan 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved 24hr checkin. Cuttlery & glassware was not cleaned properly, used our own. No staff on weekends, not a problem.

10

Brett

Jun 13, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We were looked after well they had a bbq on site and we were able to use their hot plate for cooking very friendly office person and close to the main street

8

Rebecca

Mar 21, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean, comfortable and well maintained, especially for an old property. The BBQ area is lovely and all necessities are provided. Can hear occupants in adjacent room (muffled). Katrina was very helpful with dinner options and visit ideas, service was excellent!

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