Name: Grand Central Motel
Address: 6 Helen Street, Mount Gambier, South Australia, Australia, Mount Gambier, South Australia, AU
Price range: $61–$92 per night
Rating: 7.88

What guests think

At Grand Central Motel, travelers praise the central, walkable location and good value, while noting dated interiors and occasional maintenance or comfort issues like weak showers, faulty air conditioning, tight parking, and noise.

Many reviews report very clean rooms, though a few cite lingering odors, unclean appliances, or missed servicing. Staff are often described as friendly and helpful, with occasional lapses such as slow refunds or an unwelcoming check-in. Overall, expect a basic, centrally located budget stay.

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Facilities

On-site parking is available but can be tight or limited when the property is busy; some guests found it easy. A few rooms include a kitchenette; otherwise facilities are basic.

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8

Astrid

Oct 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Walkable, quiet, easy parking

10

Michael

Nov 29, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

I visited Mount Gambier to participate in a community event, and stayed overnight at the Grand Central which was conveniently located around the corner. Check-in was easy. Just had to show photo id to collect my keys. Upon booking I had requested a later stay so I could freshen up after the event, which was remembered and accepted during checkin with no problems. The downstairs room was quiet and peaceful with all the facilities you expect from a motel. Parking was easy with the building next door providing additional space. The location is central to the main shopping districts and the Cave Gardens, and a short drive to the other local tourist highlights.

8

Courtney

Jul 10, 2023

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Quiet spot. Basic facilities. Car parking wouldn’t be great if there were lots of people staying there. Shower pressure was pretty poor.

8

Beverley

Dec 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good central location. Clean rooms. Limited parking but OK

6

Jenny

Mar 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Location excellent Parking was an issue Needs internal notice about for example wi fi codes milk supply

10

Nichole

Jul 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay, walking distance to the town centre and some local attractions. Parking a large car would be a little challenging if the carpark was full but we were fine. The facilities were great, clean and staff were very friendly.

8

Kelly

Oct 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Value for money for family of 5. Good kitchenette which was a nice surprise

6

Margriet

Mar 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The motel was ok for one night. Clean but outdated. Convenient in the centre of town, easy to find and parking at the motel.

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Cleanliness

Most guests found rooms very clean, with several noting spotless standards. However, some reported odors, dirty appliances, or bedding issues, indicating occasional housekeeping inconsistencies.

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10

Nathan

Feb 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Clean & comfortable.

10

Graham

Jul 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The cleanliness of the room was outstanding.

4

Josh

Feb 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Microwave and fridge smelt really bad. Was not nice at all. Other than that it was clean “ish”

6

Matthew

Jun 19, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

So much hair on the bed spread I could have wove it together to give myself and extra blanket. Apart for the evidence of so many previous visitors, it was a great stay.

10

Yvonne

Nov 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff very friendly. Rooms very clean and comfortable. Great location

4

Carey

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room (room 19) smelt like septic and it just continually wafted disgusting odors all night.

8

Peter

Feb 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property while basic was clean, quiet and comfortable

6

Alex

Oct 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was quite noisy near the stairs and smokers would sit outside and the smoke smell came indoors. The kettle in the room was also filthy and filled with mould, I was unable to use it.

6

Margriet

Mar 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The motel was ok for one night. Clean but outdated. Convenient in the centre of town, easy to find and parking at the motel.

10

Ralph

Jun 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Central location. Easy walk too all of CBD.. Whilst a little dated, it was scrupulously clean.

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Rooms

Rooms are basic and dated but generally functional, with some compact layouts. Recurring issues include weak or inconsistent showers, faulty or noisy appliances, hard beds, lack of external windows in some rooms, and occasional noise near stairs or from other guests.

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Andrew

Mar 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Quite dated, bed was very hard and uncomfortable. Missing a strip on vertical blind - had to put ironing board on window ledge to stop people from being able to see into the room

6

Joan

Mar 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very dated but clean, good hot water pressure but no extractor fan. noisy fridge. Door hit bed on entry and toilet is on weird angle? Needs a revamp as very dated.

6

Candido

Sep 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean but no cupboards or draws for cutlery, microwave very noisy and very low wattage. Loose tapware in bathroom basin. Noisy all night long.

6

Jason

Apr 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Strange smell and no external windows Room was not serviced Quilt and blanket on the bed were cheap and a bit nasty.

8

Courtney

Jul 10, 2023

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Quiet spot. Basic facilities. Car parking wouldn’t be great if there were lots of people staying there. Shower pressure was pretty poor.

10

Brendan

Dec 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, walking distance to town center, pubs and a few tourist attractions. The only downside is that the shower pressure was inconsistent and the aircon didn’t work. Overall, we had a great stay.

6

Alex

Oct 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was quite noisy near the stairs and smokers would sit outside and the smoke smell came indoors. The kettle in the room was also filthy and filled with mould, I was unable to use it.

4

Jaswinder

Jan 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Needs to be renovate

2

Deb

Mar 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Fridge froze all our food , mattress old ,iron did not work , sink plug stuck down would not drain

6

Margriet

Mar 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The motel was ok for one night. Clean but outdated. Convenient in the centre of town, easy to find and parking at the motel.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, helpful, and efficient, with smooth check-in and considerate gestures. A few guests noted issues like an unwelcoming receptionist, slow refund processing, limited noise control, or reluctance on late checkout.

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Braydon

Mar 17, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

The staff where very nice and will help in any way they can very nice place to stay

8

Casey

Dec 13, 2022

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Stayed 19,323 nights

Hotel was fine to stay in. I was charged twice for the room by accident and it took 2 weeks of calls and emails to get a refund. They eventually came through.

8

Ref

Sep 21, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room was small but very well mainrained and spotlessly clean. The ladt on receotion was very welcoming and helpful.

10

Tanya

Jul 26, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing customer service

8

Eva

Jan 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Owner is very nice and friendly easily offered us an upgrade without any hassle . Very kind. Thank you.

6

Simon

Jul 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I’ve stayed here many times for work. This was a stay with my wife. The girl at the desk was not the usual guy who is great. She seemed unhappy to be there. There were people sitting out side the only window smoking and although it was closed the smoke smell was disgusting. The window in the bathroom was all full of dust, cobwebs and dirty rags for some reason.

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Pauline

Jun 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Parking for car was not adequate, people in other units were partying until 5 a.m., so didn’t get much sleep, which was needed before I had a long drive next day. Somebody who manages hotel should have evicted or told them to quieten down, thumping up and down the stairs also.

10

Doug

Feb 15, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was pleasant and quick. The room was clean and perfect for us.

8

Jannette

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean rooms, helpful staff, amazing value for money

10

Atharv

Apr 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very good hospitality

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Location

Consistently praised central, walkable location close to the town centre, dining, and local attractions. A convenient base for short stays and exploring the area.

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8

Peter

Jul 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice and central

8

Astrid

Oct 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Walkable, quiet, easy parking

10

Michael

Nov 29, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

I visited Mount Gambier to participate in a community event, and stayed overnight at the Grand Central which was conveniently located around the corner. Check-in was easy. Just had to show photo id to collect my keys. Upon booking I had requested a later stay so I could freshen up after the event, which was remembered and accepted during checkin with no problems. The downstairs room was quiet and peaceful with all the facilities you expect from a motel. Parking was easy with the building next door providing additional space. The location is central to the main shopping districts and the Cave Gardens, and a short drive to the other local tourist highlights.

10

Geoffrey

Sep 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The motel was conveniently located in the centre of Mount Gambier and for a budget price it was above expectations. Will definitely stay next time I’m in the area.

6

Murray

Dec 11, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Great location for an overnight stay. RSL Club a short walk away.

10

Brendan

Dec 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, walking distance to town center, pubs and a few tourist attractions. The only downside is that the shower pressure was inconsistent and the aircon didn’t work. Overall, we had a great stay.

10

David

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was good for a stop over night great location for dinner pub dinners the locals are very friendly..

8

Beverley

Dec 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good central location. Clean rooms. Limited parking but OK

10

Nichole

Jul 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay, walking distance to the town centre and some local attractions. Parking a large car would be a little challenging if the carpark was full but we were fine. The facilities were great, clean and staff were very friendly.

10

Ralph

Jun 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Central location. Easy walk too all of CBD.. Whilst a little dated, it was scrupulously clean.

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Dining

Not enough information in reviews.

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Jennifer

Feb 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I actually didn’t have a reservation and just popped in to check if a room was available. The friendliness of the owners and willingness to go the extra mile to accommodate me was out standing. The food was beautiful and staff approachable, capable and attentive. The room l had, had been recently updated and was clean and comfortable. Had everything that was needed for my stay. A creek walk is not far from motel that leads to town. A lovely walk after a beautiful meal. Would definitely stay there again..

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Month	Average price
January	$78
February	$67
March	$73
April	$69
May	$68
June	$69
July	$65
August	$64
September	$56
October	$63
November	$64
December	$76

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $62	2 $85	3
4 $92	5 $92	6 $63	7 $63	8 $63	9 $62	10 $63
11 $63	12 $64	13 $64	14 $62	15 $64	16 $63	17 $63
18 $63	19 $63	20 $72	21 $69	22 $64	23 $69	24 $63
25 $70	26 $76	27 $69	28 $69	29 $72	30 $69	31 $77

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