Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited.

Is breakfast offered at the hotel?

Yes, breakfast is available at The Commandant's Table, and it is a satisfying meal option for guests.

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

Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, subject to availability.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas.

Where is the property located in relation to local attractions?

The motel is located within a 5-minute drive of Shipstern Bluff and Isle of the Dead, approximately 1.1 miles from Port Arthur Historic Site and 1.5 miles from Stewarts Bay State Reserve.

Are children allowed at the property?

Yes, children are welcome 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 does not specify the availability of cribs or extra beds. Guests are encouraged to inquire directly for specific needs.

Port Arthur Motor Inn

Average nightly price at Port Arthur Motor Inn by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$88
February	US$95
March	US$92
April	US$93
May	US$88
June	US$92
July	US$86
August	US$89
September	US$93
October	US$99
November	US$88
December	US$86

What guests think

At Port Arthur Motor Inn, travelers praise the unbeatable location beside the Port Arthur Historic Site with views, plus friendly staff and a popular on-site restaurant, while noting the motel is older and rooms can feel basic or dated.

Most guests find rooms clean and comfortable, though several mention noise between rooms, small showers, and occasional maintenance or cleanliness lapses. The restaurant receives strong praise for tasty, good-value meals; a few report rude service or a basic breakfast, and dinner can book out. Wi‑Fi can be unreliable, and larger vehicles may find parking tight. Expect simple, convenient lodging with standout access to the historic site.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic: on-site parking, guest laundry, and some rooms with balconies or verandahs; heating and electric blankets help in colder weather. Parking can be tight for larger vehicles.

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Patricia

24 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The location was amazing!!! Looking over the site from your room and the restaurant and a private entry to go to the site! Setting can't be beat. Staff was extremely helpful ad pleasant! Room was comfortable. Restaurant was high quality. Even on site laundry! Highly recommend.

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mark

30 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Small room but everything you need is there Staff were friendly and obliging Views from verandah overlook heritage grounds Enjoyed our stay

10

Tony

30 Mar 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Laundry appreciated. Close to Port Arthur complex

10

Tanya

28 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beds were comfortable. Location and walking onsite to port Arthur was convenient. Staff were super friendly and very willing to help with dinner after a ghost tour Onsite parking with a lot of parking available with short walk to rooms

10

Ron

3 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This motel is on the backdoor of the Port Arthur site. Although the rooms are dated, they are very clean and roomy. There is direct access to the historic site, a friendly local bar and a choice of meals and locations - in the dining room or in the bar. Some rooms overlook the site and have a balcony, where you can sit and take in the beautiful site. There is also on-site parking and is close to other attractions in the area.

8

Jean

9 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

General maintenance around common areas is lacking, with a bit of TLC would make a world of difference,as the location is great. Rooms were very tired,but were clean. Parking for larger suv's was tight. Meals were great,and staff although under the pump were fantastic.

6

Terrie

26 Feb 2024

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The rooms were a little outdated but in a great location. Parking near room could be difficult in a larger vehicle Receptionist was friendly.

8

Allison

19 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice tody little units. Great view looking over Port Arthur. Only down side was sharing a wall with the laundry. Someone was using it after hours and was noisy

10

Felix Marcel

10 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Motel ist nicht das Modernste, aber alles funktioniert. Toaster, Mikrowelle, Wasserkocher, alles sauber. Tolle Lage bei Port Arthur, gerade bei Nacht mystisch. Die Wärmedecken im Bett sind genial. Eine super Wahl in der Region!

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Amanda

7 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The property was conveniently located. It was very clean and comfortable. A little noisy due to the glass entry door which did not muffle the loud voices on other residents talking loudly on their phones outside on the small verandah.

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Cleanliness

Many reviews describe clean or spotless rooms, but several report issues such as mould or damp smells, dust, stained fridges, or inconsistent bathroom cleaning.

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Sheila

10 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Reasonable accommodation, but dusty

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Ron

3 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This motel is on the backdoor of the Port Arthur site. Although the rooms are dated, they are very clean and roomy. There is direct access to the historic site, a friendly local bar and a choice of meals and locations - in the dining room or in the bar. Some rooms overlook the site and have a balcony, where you can sit and take in the beautiful site. There is also on-site parking and is close to other attractions in the area.

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Darren

23 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Water pressure was bad, I had to turn the hot on full and cold off to get some heat and pressure for a shower. Bathroom was dirty with long hairs on dust on walls. Probably been wiped with someone’s towels. There was no hand wash in dispenser do we used shower wash instead.

10

Rod

27 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely setting. Friendly helpful staff at check in (Annette) spotlessly clean and well maintained room. Excellent location overlooking the Port Arthur Historical site.

10

Gary

30 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room and Staff were Friendly !

8

Rose

30 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was spotless, food and hostess wete both great.

2

Diane

19 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very outdated and in need of repairs . Bed was not comfy and shower over bath was cramped and slippery. Fridge had old milk stains in and mould round bath silicone.

6

Sheryll

20 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Loved the meal and wine from restaurant. Top marks. Disliked the mould look in the bathroom

8

Lisa

4 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and comfortable room close to Historical site. Friendly staff and nice restaraunt for dinner.

8

Linda

26 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel itself was ok, but the location was excellent! Situated overlooking the Port Arthur historical site…amazing! The room was spacious and clean with everything we needed

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Rooms

Rooms are older and basic, with size varying from small to spacious; some offer balconies and views. Comfort is generally fine, though guests mention thin walls, small showers, hard mattresses in some rooms, and patchy Wi‑Fi.

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Stewart

12 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very small. Despite aircon was quite cold. Had to move the bed to access the electric blanket sockets to turn them on.

8

Christine

7 Dec 2022

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Stayed 19,329 nights

Beds were comfortable Shower was small

8

Sandy

17 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was a great place to stay but does need a upgrade in rooms, our smelt like dampness

8

Kathy

11 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wi-Fi was nonexistent in our room. Had to go to lobby to connect.

6

Sara

2 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Basic room, suitable if you just want a place to sleep for the night. Nice views from the restaurant and staff were friendly and helpful. Rooms not soundproof. BBQ and picnic area not in use.

8

wei

30 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice place close to everything the only thing to improve is wifi connection

6

Teresa

23 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were great as was location, at the edge of Port Arthur Historical Site. As well dinner at the restaurant was very good. Room was pretty dated.

8

Margaret

26 Jan 2023

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I was pleasantly surprised by the accommodation after all the bad reviews. We stayed in a room on Officers Row with a balcony and a lovely view over The Heritage Site. The room is small but looks exactly like the photos. We had lovely white bed linen and towels. Towels were changed each day. The check in staff were lovely and friendly. The property is old and needs updating but perfectly adequate for our 2 night stay.

8

Ken

6 Nov 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Like: Staff were extremely friendly, Bed room it self was a good size. It's walkable distance to the Port Arthur historic sites Dislikes: The bathroom was way to small the shower was only half-size (Triangle Shape 🔺️) Quality of the main menu at dinner was hit or miss.

6

Christie

3 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very basic room with rock hard beds - barely slept even with blankets on the mattress to try to soften it. Restaurant area was nice as was the food, with good service. Cheap nasty smelling liquid hand soap in the bathrooms.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, helpful, and welcoming. A few guests experienced difficulties contacting reception or rude service in the restaurant.

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Julian

2 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This stay was a highlight of our trip. Very well priced accommodation, clean & comfortable. Staff offered range of dinners options around town, not just their own, but we chose to dine in their restaurant. Staff were the most helpful & attentive we experienced & meals were sensational. Staff were all but running though the restaurant, delivering meals, checking everything was okay & clearing tables. A staff member even offered & drove us down to attend our booked ghost tour! Over & above service. Breakfast staff advised continental breakfast only had limited gluten free options, so we advised would pass. Rather than just saying no worries staff member offered alternative breakfast options in town - again over & above service you don’t see that much these days. Well done to all your staff we were Amazed!!!

10

Paul

12 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Awesome place to stay…comfortable quiet room. Friendly staff and very helpful. Great feed from the restaurant.

10

Rod

27 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely setting. Friendly helpful staff at check in (Annette) spotlessly clean and well maintained room. Excellent location overlooking the Port Arthur Historical site.

8

Kym

8 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was good Staff not so good no way of contacting reception as was only open at 8 then had to look for bar staff for help no way to book dinner besides walking down there no phone in room

10

Victoria

14 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect location and absolutely lovely staff! Can't wait to come back :)

8

John

15 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Starting to show its age but good all around, stayed before and will again, staff are great, meals were perfect

8

Susan

7 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Older property but very clean. Helpful friendly staff. Proximity to port arthur historic site was wonderful especially since weather is so changeable. Food very tasty and good portions if maybe too generous.

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Troy

1 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I had dinner at the restaurant the first night of my stay. I was served by a short slim ladie (i don't know her name). She got my order wrong, which happens, but when I spoke to her about the problem, she was very rude and told me it was my fault she ordered my the wrong dish? The problem was not resolved and I left the restaurant unhappy. I have never bern treated so rudely in all my life, this really did ruin my night.

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Julie

20 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We chose it for the closeness to the Port Arthur site. However we did not get the room requested with the view of the site, we had to wait 15 mins at reception venue finally giving in and going to the pub to get a barmaid to book us in. The pub stinks and is not a good impressionto book in. She then tried to take my credit card details for ??? There is no mini bay or room service so what for…I declined which seemed to tick her off. Room very old, screws hanging out of fixtures, lights cracking when you turn them on, only positive was that linen was clean. On credit had to hang keys in to two staff smoking their heads off out the front…again not a god look.

8

Rosemary

27 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very pleasant room. Great location! Service was great.

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Location

Exceptional location directly beside the Port Arthur Historic Site, with easy gate access and wide views from the property and restaurant. Ideal for visiting the site or starting the Three Capes Walk.

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Peter

23 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Motel is next to the historic site and tickets and acces key for private entrance to it can be obtained at reception.

10

Yongyao

8 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Great location literally next to Port Arthur Historical Site. Beautiful view and friendly staff. We had dinner at the restaurant which was also very nice. Will surely go back if visit Port Arthur again.

10

Peter

25 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Walking thru gate to access port Arthur

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Craig

5 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and basic accommodation with a comfy enough bed. Having a bar and restaurant on site was great though, with a huge meal being a bonus. Super handy being right on the doorstep of Port Arthur, which was within a 5minute walk Great

8

David

6 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location overlooking port Arthur , we left car and walked down

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Rod

27 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely setting. Friendly helpful staff at check in (Annette) spotlessly clean and well maintained room. Excellent location overlooking the Port Arthur Historical site.

8

Patrick

15 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great setting with views over Port Arthur from the bar and lovely views from rooms 6-34 over Port Arthur’s surrounding grounds.

8

Danielle

5 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed here before hiking the three capes track, was very convenient stay and was nice being so close to the grounds. Room was very clean

8

Ruth

21 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I liked that it was next to the historic site & you could see it from the restaurant where we had dinner. Also they gave me access to walk through to the historic site in the morning after my stay

8

Lynda

12 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location to relax after the Three capes Walk.

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Dining

On-site restaurant and bar are widely praised for tasty meals, generous portions, value, and scenic views; dinner can book out. Some note inconsistent dishes, rude service incidents, or a basic/limited continental breakfast.

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Alan

18 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I liked that it was so close to the Port Arthur Historic Site. The staff were friendly and helpful. The dinner in the restaurant was really good. Breakfast was a bit disappointing. We paid $12 and only got 2 slices of toast. Very limited cereal selection and no hot food.

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Julian

2 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This stay was a highlight of our trip. Very well priced accommodation, clean & comfortable. Staff offered range of dinners options around town, not just their own, but we chose to dine in their restaurant. Staff were the most helpful & attentive we experienced & meals were sensational. Staff were all but running though the restaurant, delivering meals, checking everything was okay & clearing tables. A staff member even offered & drove us down to attend our booked ghost tour! Over & above service. Breakfast staff advised continental breakfast only had limited gluten free options, so we advised would pass. Rather than just saying no worries staff member offered alternative breakfast options in town - again over & above service you don’t see that much these days. Well done to all your staff we were Amazed!!!

6

Susan

27 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Value for money for an older property. Meets basic needs but is in an excellent spot overlooking the historic site with access thru a gate. Good breakfast/dining options in the restaurant.

10

Jaycie

15 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

great views, service and food

10

Therese

12 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice Pub and restaurant

10

Paul

17 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Dinner at the restaurant was outstanding and great value. If you plan to stay at Port Arthur, this is where to do it. With your room key, you can enter Port Arthur at the Inn. Makes for convenient parking.

8

Fiona

14 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

OMG the Young third year apprentice in the kitchen can make the most amazing home-made cheesecake I’ve ever had in my life. The food was outstanding. Portioning sizes are incredible, You’re not paying through your teeth for amazing food. Highly recommend staying here. Plus you get a key to a gate that backs onto the Port Arthur side wonderful wonderful experience.

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Troy

1 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I had dinner at the restaurant the first night of my stay. I was served by a short slim ladie (i don't know her name). She got my order wrong, which happens, but when I spoke to her about the problem, she was very rude and told me it was my fault she ordered my the wrong dish? The problem was not resolved and I left the restaurant unhappy. I have never bern treated so rudely in all my life, this really did ruin my night.

6

Robert

25 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Reception helpful. Convenient to historic area. Waitress in restaurant rude.

8

Ken

6 Nov 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Like: Staff were extremely friendly, Bed room it self was a good size. It's walkable distance to the Port Arthur historic sites Dislikes: The bathroom was way to small the shower was only half-size (Triangle Shape 🔺️) Quality of the main menu at dinner was hit or miss.

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Port Arthur Motor Inn

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Officer Row, Shared Balcony

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Guard Row

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