Is parking available at the property?

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

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

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 7:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in the heart of Lorne, just steps from Lorne Surf Life Saving Club and Lorne Sea Baths, 0.2 mi from Lorne Beach, and 0.5 mi from Qdos Art Gallery.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not mentioned.

What are the policies for additional guests?

Cribs are available for a fee of AUD 30.00 per night, and rollaway beds are available for AUD 35.00 per day. Advance request is required for both.

The Sandridge Motel Lorne - Comfortable Stay

Average nightly price at The Sandridge Motel by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$173
February	$168
March	$155
April	$145
May	$136
June	$124
July	$112
August	$113
September	$105
October	$129
November	$139
December	$140

What guests think

At The Sandridge Motel, travellers consistently praise the unbeatable central, beachfront location with easy walking to shops and dining, and many rooms offering balconies with sea views, while noting the property's older, retro style and dated decor.

Rooms are generally clean and comfortable, though some guests mention musty odours, a smelly blanket, or worn bathrooms. Service is frequently described as friendly and welcoming, with easy check-in. On-site parking is convenient but some bays are tight, and a few reviews note hard beds, occasional noise or minor maintenance quirks. It suits travellers who prioritise simplicity over modern finishes.

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Facilities

On-site parking is available and convenient, though several guests found the bays tight. Overall facilities are simple.

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Mrs Sheree

Oct 30, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location. Nice gardens. Good parking. Friendly staff.

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KELLY

Nov 16, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent location to explore the beach, shops, and dining options, everything was very walkable. The location of the hotel is excellent. We had a queen room, #7 with ocean view and enjoyed the lovely sunrise over the ocean from our balcony. The hotel was older than we expected however, the rooms were very clean, the bedding was good and the beds were comfortable! The view from the small deck was a full oceanfront view. The only issue was the wifi. The signal is very weak and you could not stream anything using the internet connection. Everything else was great!

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Frances Lee

Jul 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A very nice property for a one night stay in Lorne. The power went out during some terrific storms but was restored within a few minutes. Kudos to the team that made that happen because otherwise it would have been a cold night in that room! Bed was comfortable but the bathroom was a bit chilly. Plenty of hot water though. It was nice to have a dedicated parking space.

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Taisuke

Mar 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

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Darlene

Feb 16, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I have stayed here several times, excellent location across the road from the beach. Parking provided included, walking distance to everything, free wifi which was excellent,room was clean and bathroom, just a bit dusty. The bed was very comfortable, it was quiet and peaceful had a balcony and ocean view.

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Kelly

Jan 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property is on Great Ocean Road in the heart of the Lorne beachfront. It has easy access to restaurants, shopping, and the ocean. Surprisingly, it is quiet after 9:30 p.m. in January—a very family-friendly area. The staff at the motel were very friendly. The room was spacious, with added touches of silverware and real wine glasses. The finishings were a little tired but it did not detract from the comfort of our stay.

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rodney

May 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Bed very hard tv only 1 channel as remote not working shower no rose only hand held the room other wise good but definitely not an executive suite dated and should be down graded to king room and no lift so elderly customers have to climb stairs

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Aldo

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The location to all is ideal. Parking a little tight. Bed was not that comfortable plus noisy.

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Rob

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had an overnight at Sandridge which for us was a small quiet accommodation en route to Geelong. The motel is centrally and just behind the main road and seaside village. Our room was above the reception level, accessed from a side street that had quite a steep incline. The car park was reasonably level but the spaces for vehicles were a bit too tight. A couple of steps down to a passage and balcony and the room itself. Well built and very quiet room with good space. We could see a strip of the sea but it was largely obscured by the roof of the lower level. We found it to be just what we needed for our trip.

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Yvonne

Feb 10, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent Motel, all facilities A1.

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Cleanliness

Many guests found rooms clean and tidy; however, several reported issues such as musty odours, a smelly blanket, dust, or a not-so-clean shower.

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Angie

Feb 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great access to the shops and beach. Just a few small things about the apartment – the room smelt musty – there was no hand towel provided for basin area. The lock on the Veranda door was quite hard to open – the tap on the Hand basin was quite stiff and a bit tricky to adjust. Otherwise, we enjoyed our stay.

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Sivagami

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The sheets were clean, but the inside blanket had a stench… obviously not washed in a long while…. Disappointed, uncomfortable A waste of $308 and no apology

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Deamond

Jan 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect location....situated right in the centre of Lorne...easy walkable access to shops and beach...property is showing its age a little and the bathroom was a bit gloomy and old...shower wasn't very clean but overall it was ok...will definitely return but might get another room :)

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Graham

Sep 21, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

We found this motel to be very nice, the room was clean and well positioned with a sea view, the staff were very friendly and helpful. We are are going to visit the area again in a years time and intend to use the motel again.

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Bruce

Dec 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Although the rooms have had a low-cost makeover, they are still clean, presentable, and very comfortable. Just not … posh. The location is fantastic, service great, and the cockatoos polite (mostly). LOL This property far exceeded our expectations and we’d stay here again for sure. Our only suggestion for improvement is to get rid of the carpet and put in a hard surface floor which won’t keep odors.

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Darlene

Feb 16, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I have stayed here several times, excellent location across the road from the beach. Parking provided included, walking distance to everything, free wifi which was excellent,room was clean and bathroom, just a bit dusty. The bed was very comfortable, it was quiet and peaceful had a balcony and ocean view.

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William

Jun 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean. Good location. A little outdated.

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Teresa

Nov 5, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

A bit dated but room clean and tidy.

10

Henk

Jun 10, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very clean and comfortable room with a lovely view. Short walk to beach, shops and cafes.

10

Gavin

Feb 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic location. Clean and tidy. Friendly staff.

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Rooms

Rooms are older and somewhat dated, but many are spacious with balconies and sea views. Some guests mentioned hard beds or minor noise.

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Alison

Mar 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I had a king room. Big comfy bed, seating area and balcony. Great shower room. Friendly staff.

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KELLY

Nov 16, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent location to explore the beach, shops, and dining options, everything was very walkable. The location of the hotel is excellent. We had a queen room, #7 with ocean view and enjoyed the lovely sunrise over the ocean from our balcony. The hotel was older than we expected however, the rooms were very clean, the bedding was good and the beds were comfortable! The view from the small deck was a full oceanfront view. The only issue was the wifi. The signal is very weak and you could not stream anything using the internet connection. Everything else was great!

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Diane

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Loved the room. Had breakfast on lovely balcony with sea view. Right in middle of shopping centre. Short way to national park. Views everywhere!

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Steven

Apr 20, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location with amazing sea views. Room itself was a bit tired

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Kim

Mar 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Certainly nothing like in the online photos. Boasts sea views but from our room only if you were over 6ft and could look over the top of the roof and airconditioning vents. Although very clean, check in staff not interested, room dated. Place meant for suitcases had microwave. Bathroom very old but clean. We have spent 10 days travelling to a different town each day and this was definitely the worse and most expensive.

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William

Jun 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean. Good location. A little outdated.

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rodney

May 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Bed very hard tv only 1 channel as remote not working shower no rose only hand held the room other wise good but definitely not an executive suite dated and should be down graded to king room and no lift so elderly customers have to climb stairs

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Kazz

May 21, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great view of beach from balcony

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Pedro

Nov 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Das Zimmer war ok für 1 Nacht. Sehr alte Einrichtung, nicht sehr gepflegt.

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Gael

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely view, above rooftops, but could see pier and see sunsets on water. A retro style of motel, which I like, easy and close car outside room, and can walk to Lorne Hotel for dinner or cafes, and bakery for breakfast coffee and treats.spacious room.

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Service

Staff are generally friendly and welcoming, with easy check-in and helpful assistance; there are rare complaints about attitude.

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Viviane

Sep 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Totally recommend staying here. Very good location, clean room, nice staff, easy check-in. Lots of restaurants nearby, nice view. Good value for money.

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Graham

Sep 21, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

We found this motel to be very nice, the room was clean and well positioned with a sea view, the staff were very friendly and helpful. We are are going to visit the area again in a years time and intend to use the motel again.

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Richard

Aug 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room allocated was oceanview with a very nice balcony taking in the full view. room was very well kept and contained wine and champagne glasses and everything needed if you prefer to dine in the room. A delightful lady checked us in and made us feel very welcome. We would have no hesitation in returning to stay in this excellent very convenient motel right in the centre of the town.

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Nicodemo

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean, Nice staff members very close to all the shops nice for view of the beach

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Kim

Mar 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Certainly nothing like in the online photos. Boasts sea views but from our room only if you were over 6ft and could look over the top of the roof and airconditioning vents. Although very clean, check in staff not interested, room dated. Place meant for suitcases had microwave. Bathroom very old but clean. We have spent 10 days travelling to a different town each day and this was definitely the worse and most expensive.

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Sheila

Jun 21, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I stay here every year when I visit Lorne. Close to all the things I need & the staff are fabulous.

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Judy

Aug 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I loved this motel! On the corner of the Main Street. Easy walk to the beach and beyond. Only one night, would love to spend longer just to relax. Room was spacious and clean. Staff was friendly.

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Steve

Apr 19, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Customer service was excellent..

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ANGELOS

Jan 2, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

great location, close to everything , great staff,

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Manny

May 24, 2024

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Perfect motel to spot to stay at if you're going to do the Great Ocean Rd Marathon! Starting line is just a short walk from the motel. Was lucky to book the last available room for race weekend! Get in super early. Friendly staff, spacious room with everything you need. Would stay again.

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Location

Outstanding central location across from the beach, with easy walking to shops, cafes and attractions. Many rooms have ocean views, though a few guests reported limited or obstructed views.

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Diane

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Loved the room. Had breakfast on lovely balcony with sea view. Right in middle of shopping centre. Short way to national park. Views everywhere!

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Simon

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place and so close to everything.

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Stanko

May 4, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Couldn't get any more central than this location, and great views to boot.

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Robert

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Close to beach

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Kelly

Jan 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property is on Great Ocean Road in the heart of the Lorne beachfront. It has easy access to restaurants, shopping, and the ocean. Surprisingly, it is quiet after 9:30 p.m. in January—a very family-friendly area. The staff at the motel were very friendly. The room was spacious, with added touches of silverware and real wine glasses. The finishings were a little tired but it did not detract from the comfort of our stay.

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Ray

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I love the convenient location. So close to the beach, cafes & restaurants and shopping.

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Ben

Dec 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very central and along the beach

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Henk

Jun 10, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very clean and comfortable room with a lovely view. Short walk to beach, shops and cafes.

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Janette

Apr 2, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Best location in Lorne, a perfect spot for a leisurely week at the beach.

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ANGELOS

Jan 2, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

great location, close to everything , great staff,

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