Is parking available at the property?

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

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

Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available for a fee, subject to availability.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

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

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

The property is located near Horseshoe Bay Beach, within a 5-minute drive. It is also close to South West Rocks Country Club and several national parks, with Brighton Park just 1.4 km away.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is a seasonal outdoor pool available, operational from September to April.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

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

Costa Rica Motel - South West Rocks, Australia

Average nightly price at Costa Rica Motel by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$100
February	US$91
March	US$93
April	US$95
May	US$92
June	US$95
July	US$97
August	US$95
September	US$105
October	US$105
November	US$99
December	US$113

What guests think

At Costa Rica Motel, reviewers consistently praise friendly, efficient staff and good-value accommodation suited to quick stopovers and short breaks, while noting the older style of the property and some maintenance or noise issues.

Rooms are often spacious and comfortable, though decor and several bathrooms feel dated. The location is quiet and handy to shops and the beach by a short walk or drive, with convenient parking. Guests appreciate the pool and occasional breakfast offers, while reports of weak Wi-Fi, intermittent hot water, and housekeeping or water leaks appear in a minority of stays. Overall, expect a clean, straightforward stay in an older, budget motel.

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Facilities

Pool and BBQ area are appreciated, and parking is convenient near rooms. Several guests traveled with dogs and found the property suitable.

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10

Sheryl

25 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely clean and tidy. All staff very friendly and helpful. Lovely pool and BBQ area great for families. Throughly enjoyed my stay and stayed an extra night will definitely return.

8

Suzanne

25 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Car close to room, quiet, location so handy, helpful management, reasonable price, clean and comfortable.

10

John

26 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Spacious, quiet, puppy-safe, short drive to beach.

8

William

2 May 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice motel about 25 minutes walk from the beach. On the main access road into South West Rocks but no noise as rooms are below road. Suspect the motel has had various updates over years with bathroom starting to show its age. Still it was great for a 2 night stay. Good on-site parking and good wifi. Reception was welcoming.

10

Donna

6 Mar 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were friendly and efficient on arrival. Room was clean and comfortable. Pool was refreshing in the hot weather.

10

Cheryl

23 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We only stayed there for the one night as we were in town for a surprise birth party. We arrived a little earlier that check in, but the owner allowed us to check in a little earlier. He ( the owner?) was friendly and knew who we were there for. lol. Except for a small stain on the bottom of the quilt cover, I found the room quite spacious and very clean otherwise. Lots of parking that was convenient to the room. The room was well stocked with tea, coffee etc. Water wass nice and hot and did not take long to come through. When we checked out the owner was in reception and came to our car to collect the key so I didn't have to get out. Overall I was happy with the stay and if my usual accommodation at swr was full of family I would happily stay there again

8

MIKA

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We made a last minute booking and they were very accommodating. The room was spacious and very clean, everything worked, and the bed was very comfy. We could park right in front of our door very convenient. It is a large property so we were able to walk our dog on-leash around the premises without driving anywhere. Overall, although the property is an older motel, it was perfectly clean and comfortable. Everything in the room worked including the kitchen, bathroom and wifi.

8

Fionnuala

24 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

- close to town. - reasonably clean - good basic facilities - dog friendly.

10

Kourtney

26 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff, easy parking, clean and tidy would recommend

10

melanie

1 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were amazing!!! Room was absolutely great… Can’t believe it’s only classed as 3.5 Stars totally underrated. Wouldn’t stay anywhere else to be honest… Such a great time for the kids for the night. Pool was amazing. Next day breakfast amazing…. Don’t over spend, no need at all.

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Cleanliness

Many reviews highlight very clean, tidy rooms. A few mention mould, odors, or housekeeping lapses.

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10

Tracey

26 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We only stayed for 1 night on our road trip north. This motel was spotlessly clean. Check in was easy and the only interaction we had with the owner which was very favorable. The room had everything you would want. Would stay there again.

10

James

21 Apr 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very clean and comfortable

8

MIKA

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We made a last minute booking and they were very accommodating. The room was spacious and very clean, everything worked, and the bed was very comfy. We could park right in front of our door very convenient. It is a large property so we were able to walk our dog on-leash around the premises without driving anywhere. Overall, although the property is an older motel, it was perfectly clean and comfortable. Everything in the room worked including the kitchen, bathroom and wifi.

8

Keith

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean spacious comfortable

6

Sylvain

7 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall clean, but the bathroom was old and the water was leaking. It was a little bit smelly. Internet wifi was very poor.

10

Kathleen

8 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean an dwell maintained. Comfortable spacious room. Very friendly reception.

10

Kourtney

26 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff, easy parking, clean and tidy would recommend

10

Cristy

28 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We just stopped over for a night on a road trip just needing a place to sleep before hitting the road again. This motel exceeded our expectations. The man that checked is in had the keys waiting for us and was very friendly. The room was roomy and comfortable. It was very close to the main strip so super convenient to go have a run on the beach before heading off. There was a bit of mould in the shower but not enough to be overly concerned. We will be looking for accommodation here the next time we are in South West Rocks.

6

Lauren

15 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Bed was comfortable and clean. Floor was not vacuumed and mould in the shower.

4

Susan

28 Oct 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Restaurant is advertised with great menu, problem was there is no restaurant operating and according to locals hasn’t been operational for several years. False advertising. We stayed 5 nights and room was not attended to the whole time, not even rubbish bins emptied. Disappointing to say the least. Only motel in town so has the monopoly. Would be ok for 1 night only.

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Rooms

Rooms are often spacious and comfortable, but decor and some bathrooms are dated. A few guests note uncomfortable mattresses, equipment noise, or mixed Wi-Fi performance.

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10

David

21 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A very clean and comfortable room with an excellent bed, lovely soft towels and plenty of space. The cupboards are large with an extra sink for a longer stay.

6

Matthew

16 Jan 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Mattresses are very uncomfortable. Could feel individual springs. Cannot have two people on a bed - luckily was in a room with a single

8

MIKA

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We made a last minute booking and they were very accommodating. The room was spacious and very clean, everything worked, and the bed was very comfy. We could park right in front of our door very convenient. It is a large property so we were able to walk our dog on-leash around the premises without driving anywhere. Overall, although the property is an older motel, it was perfectly clean and comfortable. Everything in the room worked including the kitchen, bathroom and wifi.

8

Keith

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean spacious comfortable

6

Sylvain

7 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall clean, but the bathroom was old and the water was leaking. It was a little bit smelly. Internet wifi was very poor.

10

Nina

3 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I adore the Costa Rica Motel, it's very clean, peaceful and comfortable. I have a bad back and the beds here are really good. Firm but comfortable.

10

Cristy

28 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We just stopped over for a night on a road trip just needing a place to sleep before hitting the road again. This motel exceeded our expectations. The man that checked is in had the keys waiting for us and was very friendly. The room was roomy and comfortable. It was very close to the main strip so super convenient to go have a run on the beach before heading off. There was a bit of mould in the shower but not enough to be overly concerned. We will be looking for accommodation here the next time we are in South West Rocks.

4

Dianne

19 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Tiny,VERY noisy,compressor going all night nearby.

8

Rebecca

18 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This basic unit is spacious & clean with ok comfy bed. AC unit was a little noisy but didn’t interrupt sleep. Bathroom is very dated but clean & functional

10

Andrew

21 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We were very pleased when we walked into the room. It was spacious, well set out, very clean and practical, with generous provision of simple things like tea, coffee.and milk. We slept well too as the beds were very comfortable.

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Service

Staff are widely praised as friendly, welcoming, and efficient, with smooth check-ins and accommodating attitudes. A few report room allocation issues or difficulty changing rooms.

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10

Nardie

3 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed with our two young children. It was clean and tidy. The staff were lovely and efficient with checkin. The property itself is a bit dated but overall it was very comfortable and no issues

10

Cheryl

23 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We only stayed there for the one night as we were in town for a surprise birth party. We arrived a little earlier that check in, but the owner allowed us to check in a little earlier. He ( the owner?) was friendly and knew who we were there for. lol. Except for a small stain on the bottom of the quilt cover, I found the room quite spacious and very clean otherwise. Lots of parking that was convenient to the room. The room was well stocked with tea, coffee etc. Water wass nice and hot and did not take long to come through. When we checked out the owner was in reception and came to our car to collect the key so I didn't have to get out. Overall I was happy with the stay and if my usual accommodation at swr was full of family I would happily stay there again

6

Angel Rafael

23 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It is a convenient motel in South West Rocks. I'm not rating more of it as I paid for a 2-beds room but we were given a 1-bed room, as we arrived late at night and very tired we didn't ask for changing room or getting the extra bed as requested.

8

Kaylee

29 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely welcome

10

Sharon

20 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I have stayed here many times now on my visits to South West Rocks . The staff are friendly and welcoming , check in is a breeze and the rooms are always clean and comfortable . Easy walk to shops or the town centre .

10

Kourtney

26 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff, easy parking, clean and tidy would recommend

10

Cristy

28 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We just stopped over for a night on a road trip just needing a place to sleep before hitting the road again. This motel exceeded our expectations. The man that checked is in had the keys waiting for us and was very friendly. The room was roomy and comfortable. It was very close to the main strip so super convenient to go have a run on the beach before heading off. There was a bit of mould in the shower but not enough to be overly concerned. We will be looking for accommodation here the next time we are in South West Rocks.

4

PERRY

22 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

water leaking wet outdoor ground water running noise all day long. unable to chnage room even staff knew the problem

10

Janet

21 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

We were a late booking and we were contacted by manager with self check in instructions which included step by step visuals. We actually arrive just before the reception office closed and the manager was very friendly, welcoming and helpful. Romm was really nice - good value - very roomy and quiet.

8

Kevin

5 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and comfortable. Staff very helpful.

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Location

Generally quiet and convenient for shops, town, and beach, often a short walk or quick drive. Some note it sits a little away from the centre and vehicle access can be awkward.

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8

Kathleen

11 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Close to shops & beach.

8

Suzanne

25 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Car close to room, quiet, location so handy, helpful management, reasonable price, clean and comfortable.

8

William

2 May 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice motel about 25 minutes walk from the beach. On the main access road into South West Rocks but no noise as rooms are below road. Suspect the motel has had various updates over years with bathroom starting to show its age. Still it was great for a 2 night stay. Good on-site parking and good wifi. Reception was welcoming.

8

Alana

11 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet, easy to access, beds were comfortable and clean. Good for what we needed. A stopover while long distance driving. Short drive to town. Seemed to be a little water damage though

8

Trudy

11 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was a convenient stay where we walked to views and local restaurant.

8

Leearne

28 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A little away from shops and restaurants

10

Sharon

20 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I have stayed here many times now on my visits to South West Rocks . The staff are friendly and welcoming , check in is a breeze and the rooms are always clean and comfortable . Easy walk to shops or the town centre .

8

Kevin

19 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient location. Had everything we required

8

Daren

15 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A well maintained and much appreciated budget motel that is comfortable and well positioned and convenient to town.

6

Tony

11 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Had to turn right into property on the crest of a hill

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Dining

Breakfast is available and sometimes offered as a deal, with a few positive remarks. Otherwise, on-site dining is rarely mentioned.

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Barbara

22 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything very acceptable. Easy check-in and helpful staff. Breakfast deal welcome (1 free breakfast per room). A bit tired but very clean and tidy. Short drive to town and beach.

10

Julie

5 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Comfortable roomy room - breakfast available. Pleasant outdoor area - convenient walk into town.

10

melanie

1 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were amazing!!! Room was absolutely great… Can’t believe it’s only classed as 3.5 Stars totally underrated. Wouldn’t stay anywhere else to be honest… Such a great time for the kids for the night. Pool was amazing. Next day breakfast amazing…. Don’t over spend, no need at all.

4

Susan

28 Oct 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Restaurant is advertised with great menu, problem was there is no restaurant operating and according to locals hasn’t been operational for several years. False advertising. We stayed 5 nights and room was not attended to the whole time, not even rubbish bins emptied. Disappointing to say the least. Only motel in town so has the monopoly. Would be ok for 1 night only.

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1	2	3
4	5 $120	6 $103	7 $104	8 $99	9 $117	10 $117
11 $102	12 $102	13 $103	14 $103	15 $102	16 $109	17 $109
18 $101	19 $104	20 $101	21 $103	22 $101	23 $101	24 $107
25 $99	26 $101	27 $101	28 $101	29 $101	30 $99	31 $111

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1 $101	2 $103	3 $101	4 $101	5 $101	6 $105	7
8 $109	9 $102	10 $102	11 $106	12 $102	13 $100	14 $108
15 $105	16 $101	17 $100	18 $102	19 $102	20 $100	21 $109
22 $102	23 $102	24 $103	25 $102	26 $102	27	28 $106
29 $105	30 $99

Costa Rica Motel

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