Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available onsite. Guests must contact the property in advance to reserve onsite parking.

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

Check-in time is at 2:00 PM and check-out time is at 10:00 AM. Guests planning to arrive after 7 PM must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions.

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

The property is located near the beach, within a 10-minute drive of The Twelve Apostles and Port Campbell Foreshores. It is 0.3 mi from Port Campbell Visitor Information Centre and Lookout.

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 regarding extra beds and cribs?

The property offers cribs for an additional fee of AUD 20.00 per stay. Specific policies regarding extra beds are not mentioned.

Southern Ocean Motor Inn - Port Campbell

Average nightly price at Southern Ocean Motor Inn by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$193
February	US$138
March	US$136
April	US$154
May	US$124
June	US$118
July	US$98
August	US$98
September	US$98
October	US$105
November	US$119
December	US$147

What guests think

At Southern Ocean Motor Inn, travellers praise the superb beachfront location and walkability, mostly clean and comfortable rooms, and friendly, straightforward check-in, while noting basic motel styling, variable room upkeep, and a handful of noise and water-pressure issues.

Several reviews mention guest chores like washing dishes and taking out rubbish, occasional mismatches with photos or older rooms, and parking that can be unmarked or full; an EV charger is available but limited. A few stays reported weak Wi-Fi or streaming-only TV, and some visited during town roadworks. Overall, expect a simple, well-located coastal motel stay focused on convenience and views.

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Facilities

There is a guest laundry and an outdoor BBQ area. Parking is generally available but spots are unmarked and can fill, and there is a single EV charger that may be occupied.

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Christopher

1 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Fantastic location and friendly staff. Loved the outdoor BBQ area. We didn’t enjoy having to wash our kitchen dishes in the bathroom sink.

10

Rondelle

24 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The perfect spot to stay while exploring the amazing coastline and 12 Apostles. Walk to everything you need. Clean & comfortable. EV destination charger available (only one though and 3 Teslas were staying the night so maybe an extra charger needed). Would stay here again.

10

Matthew

28 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location and friendly staff. Sept with the windows open in a quiet neighborhood after band (weekends only) wrapped up. Useful laundry machines (bring your own soap) and great parking in front of your door

10

Donna

11 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

All good! Comfortable, clean, spacious. Cheap washer use. Free dryer use.

10

Chui-Man Mandy

16 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, just by the beachfront in Port Campbell. A short walk to the street with restaurants and stores. Adequate parking provided, but spots are not marked. Would stay again!

6

Geoff

24 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Booked this property as it had charging facility for electric cars. Only issue is that the hotel does not keep people’s car rego’s and when I went out someone parked in the charging spot. So I could not charge till the morning.

10

Gill

16 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable. Right across from the beach. Guest washing machine available. Highly recommended

10

Jennifer

25 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean. Loved the kitchenette but could use tongs for the outdoor bbq. Loved loved loved the location! So beautiful! Would recommend 100 percent.

10

Jimmy

17 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Location is great, has EV charger, big room

8

Christopher

16 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had to park on the street as the motel car park was full (including the spot in front of our room). The hot water system from next door kept making a constant loud banging noise which got quite annoying by the end of the night and trying to sleep. The room was comfortable and clean, kitchen had everything we needed, tea/coffee/sugar/milk provided, beds were comfortable.

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Cleanliness

Many guests found rooms clean and tidy, but several reported issues such as bathroom grime, insects, damp smells, or unclean dishes. Overall cleanliness feels inconsistent across room types.

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Justin

11 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Location to the beach was great, the room was okay, could have been cleaner with dead flies on the windowsill which should be cleaned up. Also, no toaster in room which they quickly fixed. We were in the family room, throughout the night there was a pump or something that kept starting/stopping which wasn't great. Otherwise the room was great for the family of 4

10

Thearin

29 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean place to stay for a couple nights. Recommend.

2

raymond

26 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Dirty and severely run down

6

Carmen

11 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The bathroom had no fan, there was a birdsnest outside the room so at 5am chirping starts. The bathroom wasn’t really clean, there was hair in it still. Good for a cheap and quick stay as the location was good.

10

Eliana

16 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A great spot straight across from the water. Rooms are clean, sizeable and parking is ample. Check in and check out was simple and effortless. Will stay again.

6

avi

9 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location, but the room is neither nice nor clean. The front desk clerk is indifferent and not helpful.

10

Helena

27 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice clean motel. Good location. Fruenly staff. Good quality of the rooms.

2

Amrit

18 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Property was not cleaned,

10

jitendra

15 Dec 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful location, clean rooms and fantastic views.

10

Kathryn

13 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great little place, convenient for the town and exploring the great ocean road. Beds are very comfy and room was very clean.

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Rooms

Rooms are simple and often comfortable, with some spacious options and coastal views available. Recurring complaints include low water pressure or faulty shower heads, occasional heating or AC problems, drafts and noise from equipment, and limited Wi-Fi or free-to-air TV.

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David

16 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall, good accomodation having a family room which gave plenty of space, was reasonably modern and presented well. Unfortunately the overall experience was marred by a shower head that was broken, not giving a constant flow of water.

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Sharon

30 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location! I would highly recommend booking the ocean view rooms (we were only staying one night so we booked a motel room) so glad we stayed in Port Campbell - it’s a stunning, quaint town! Walking distance to everything! Our bathroom window wouldn’t close (broken) so a bit chilly when we were showering and the bedroom aircon (on warm) didn’t work. Other than that, we would stay again!

8

Carlos

22 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was a nice size and is walking distance to everything. The bed was comfortable but the room just seems slightly worn.

10

Malcolm

25 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was cozy and bed was excellent.

8

Neha

8 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Location and views were great. Facilities in the room were appropriate. However, the shower was reallllllly slow, just not enough water and pressure, took way too longer for showers. Other than that, it was great experience staying there.

10

Cliff

29 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Brand new and really clean, perfect location the only problem was slow WiFi but would still recommend

10

Margaret

28 Jan 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Unable to get free to air TV channels, but plenty of paid options.

4

Gordon

7 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed in Unit 22. The outside air handling unit behind the main bedroom made ridiculously loud noises most of the night. It’s clearly in very poor condition. Hardly slept a wink. This can’t be the first time a guest has raised. Needs seen to urgently. Not a positive experience, in particular given the nightly cost.

6

Damien

10 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good value for money, with excellent location and overall good cleanliness. However WiFi seem not working ('Connected without internet') which is not great in location with little to no data. The biggest downside was being woken up in the middle of the night by the room smoke alarm given that there was no fire or smoke at all. Hopefully is something that management can resolve.

8

Christopher

16 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had to park on the street as the motel car park was full (including the spot in front of our room). The hot water system from next door kept making a constant loud banging noise which got quite annoying by the end of the night and trying to sleep. The room was comfortable and clean, kitchen had everything we needed, tea/coffee/sugar/milk provided, beds were comfortable.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful with easy check-in, and issues are sometimes resolved quickly. Some dislike policies requiring guests to wash dishes and remove rubbish, and late arrivals may need to phone for assistance.

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Holger

28 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Sehr freundliches Personal!

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avi

9 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location, but the room is neither nice nor clean. The front desk clerk is indifferent and not helpful.

6

DONGFENG

25 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We arrived around 8 pm. Nobody was in the office. Had to call the number listed on expedia to find out our room number and the key was left under doormat. This could be a trouble for international travelers who only have a data plan without calling capabilities. Room is clean, but the bath room needs repair. The faucet and toilet seat need to be tightened.

8

Holger

28 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Supernettes Personal! Lage ist perfekt!

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10

Tina

3 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is an amazing property and will hopefully get back there. Staff were great and very helpful.

10

David

27 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great spot. Friendly staff. Easy check in. Very accommodating Just make sure you ask for geound floor room if cant so stairs

6

Tony

18 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Motel instructs it’s paying patrons to wash up used crockery. You be the judge of that requirement.

8

Gregory

1 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Reception sign said staffed from 2pm, had to call to get staff attendance to collect key. Easy parking, easy walk to dining options, no outdoor sitting option and lots of rules/conditions e.g. empty all rubbish into outside bins, wash utensils, plates etc so as not to incur further fees (?)- thought this would be included in daily rate.

8

Richard

28 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Very helpful reception staff

10

Glenda

13 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Thanks to Sharon for a speedy check in and wonderful stay

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Location

Outstanding position opposite the bay and beach, with easy walking to shops and restaurants and a useful base for the Great Ocean Road. A few reviews noted temporary town roadworks during their stay.

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Helen

23 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This perfectly located motel has views of Port Campbell inlet from all rooms and is directly across the road from this beautiful swimming beach, jetty and grassed areas. Accomodation provides comfortable bed, simple clean bathroom and tea/ coffee facilities. That is all you need as this picturesque location is for outside swimming, hiking and short drives to the viewing highlights of The Great Ocean Road. Short stroll to excellent dining options.

10

Eliana

16 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A great spot straight across from the water. Rooms are clean, sizeable and parking is ample. Check in and check out was simple and effortless. Will stay again.

8

Ian

5 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The motel room was clean and met my expectations. The girl on Check-in was friendly and efficient. The motel is located in easy walking distance of all facilities At the time of my visit Port Campbell was undergoing renovation that included road replacement so the high street was a bit of a building site. I’m sure it will be lovely when done. Also note that many of the food options are closed on a Tuesday evening.

10

Chui-Man Mandy

16 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, just by the beachfront in Port Campbell. A short walk to the street with restaurants and stores. Adequate parking provided, but spots are not marked. Would stay again!

10

FREDERIC SIMON

22 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Property is on the edge of a bay with a beach, off the Great Ocean Road, thus no traffic noise, and is on a no thru traffic street! The beach area is being renovated with flowers and trees, will be ready this summer 2024, couldn’t be better location: all restaurants and grocery store on next block!

10

jitendra

15 Dec 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful location, clean rooms and fantastic views.

10

Nga

2 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This property is very good location. And close to the Twelve Apostles. So we can visit Twelve Apostles two times.

10

Patrick

23 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic place, you can wake up and hear the waves crashing. Located across from the water, short walk from beach, cafe literally. I would definitely stay here again.

10

Venkatesh Babu

7 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful location in front of thy beach Walkable distance to a walking track and restaurants

10

Jennifer

25 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean. Loved the kitchenette but could use tongs for the outdoor bbq. Loved loved loved the location! So beautiful! Would recommend 100 percent.

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Dining

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Karen

19 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We got in after 8pm as we saw the Apostles at sunset. Love that you walk out of the motel and get the sea view of the cove and beach. It is walking distance to the cafe and eateries from the motel. The town was rather quiet except for road works happening on the main road at the time we were there. The room was comfortable and basic with a small kitchenet and microwave to heat up food and the beds are comfortable. The only thing wrong is the cracked basin in the bathroom. Although functional, we feel it should be replaced for hygiene and aesthetic reasons. We had one night but could have stayed 2 as there were much to explore in the area.

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Helen

23 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This perfectly located motel has views of Port Campbell inlet from all rooms and is directly across the road from this beautiful swimming beach, jetty and grassed areas. Accomodation provides comfortable bed, simple clean bathroom and tea/ coffee facilities. That is all you need as this picturesque location is for outside swimming, hiking and short drives to the viewing highlights of The Great Ocean Road. Short stroll to excellent dining options.

10

Nancy

18 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room, has a kitchenette, beds were comfortable and the location is the best in town. The staff was incredibly friendly and gave us the recommendations fir the best places to eat..

8

Ian

5 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The motel room was clean and met my expectations. The girl on Check-in was friendly and efficient. The motel is located in easy walking distance of all facilities At the time of my visit Port Campbell was undergoing renovation that included road replacement so the high street was a bit of a building site. I’m sure it will be lovely when done. Also note that many of the food options are closed on a Tuesday evening.

8

Michael

7 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location, walking distance to restaurants

10

Trevor

9 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great place in the middle of everything. Food in restaurant was very good.

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $138	2 $162	3
4 $142	5 $151	6 $128	7 $158	8 $136	9 $153	10 $159
11 $137	12 $142	13 $248	14 $135	15 $134	16 $163	17 $141
18 $130	19 $130	20 $130	21 $129	22 $147	23 $139	24 $208
25 $142	26 $135	27 $134	28 $246	29 $130	30 $137	31 $137

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1 $193	2 $157	3 $124	4 $130	5 $142	6 $130	7 $163
8 $136	9 $163	10 $130	11 $131	12 $133	13 $202	14 $130
15 $126	16 $162	17 $124	18 $126	19 $120	20 $124	21 $140
22 $130	23 $130	24 $157	25 $159	26 $130	27 $130	28 $158
29 $180	30 $181

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