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 to 6:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and is subject to availability.

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

The hotel is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Cunningham Foot Bridge and Lakes Entrance-Lake Tyers Coastal Reserve. It is approximately 0.1 mi from Lake King and 0.3 mi from Eastern Beach.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is an outdoor heated pool available, which is seasonal and open from October 1 to May 31.

Sandbar Motel

What guests think

At Sandbar Motel, reviewers highlight warm, personal service with thoughtful extras like homemade cookies, consistently clean rooms, and a convenient, quiet location near the water and town, creating an easy, comfortable base for Lakes Entrance stays.

Many found the rooms spacious and practical, with kitchenettes and parking right outside the door. Feedback also notes the older, dated exterior and occasional maintenance issues, including untidy outdoor areas and a neglected pool or spa, plus mixed comments on bed comfort and heating in some rooms. Overall, it suits travelers seeking practical comfort and personal touches near the water.

Facilities

Cleanliness

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Facilities

Parking right outside the rooms is convenient and frequently praised. Some outdoor areas and amenities, including the pool or spa and grounds, look dated or cluttered and could use maintenance.

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Patricia

21 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean spacious room with parking convenient at front of room . Very friendly and accommodating staff who went the extra mile with the homemade baked cookies . Would definitely stay again and recommend. The only thing was the tv had no signal but that’s not sandbars fault .

10

Luke

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy stroll to the main shopping area on the Esplanade, and 10-15 minutes walk to the footbridge and beach. Staff were helpful and the room was clean and well-presented. Parked right in front of the door to the room. Would stay here again.

10

John

28 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very good facilities and linen and towels excellent

10

Laurence

26 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A warm welcome and with home made biscuits! Clean and comfortable room with parking outside your room. A pleasant stroll alongside the water to main shops and restaurants.

8

Michael

3 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Well presented room but the property outside needs a tidy up

6

Barb

23 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very disappointed with the motel. Stayed here two years ago. Lovely couple made us so welcome BUT it has now changed hands. The room was ok ish. Bed clean. Needed a good vacuum. Decor old and out of date. No milk supplied or tea towel and wettex. Outside of the property was run down and messy. Gutters full of grass and lawn over grown. If we hadn’t paid we would not have stopped. We were the only guests. Don’t bother booking here.

10

Karen

9 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room had lots of lovely homely feel about it including the welcome cookies, fake plants and lively prints and quotes. The exterior grounds needs some TLC to enhance its appearance.

8

Heather

31 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is located in an excellent area, with the water, restaurants and shops close by. Parking was right outside our door. The reception staff was super friendly. The room was spacious and although we didn't use it, there was a kitchen that was fully usable.

8

ian

7 Dec 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Pool had clutter and pipes round it. Chairs tired. Jacuzzi on a lean to which was full of stuff, obviously not been used for done while. Room nice though, friendly owners

8

Zenko

16 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place to rest for the night! Staff were helpful and even left a couple of cookies in the room upon arrival with a lovely little welcome note. The room was clean and free parking onsite right outside it was great. The bed wasn't particularly comfortable as you could feel all the springs and any slight movement, but manageable for one night. Good location walkable to town / beach, but far enough that the surrounding area was quiet.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is a consistent strong point, with many describing rooms as very clean or spotless. A few note minor issues such as a needed vacuum or ants.

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Rangi

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking okay. What national park? Ants got into food on second day.

10

Richard

23 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice motel - spotlessly clean and close to the shore and all amenities in Lakes Entrance. Highly recommended

10

Susan

18 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely little find. Super clean and well appointed. Retro charm. Highly recommend

10

Leah

28 Jul 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed in deluxe queen room for an overnight stay. Room was very clean, the bed was really comfortable, easy parking right outside the room and quiet at night. Handy kitchen utensils, plates, cups and nice to have the coffee pod machine. Lots of little extra touches to make us feel welcome. Staff were friendly and helpful and obviously enjoy doing what they do. Would recommend this motel. Thanks so much for a lovely stay.

10

Veronica

17 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, partly renovated and very clean.

10

Suzanne

15 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was spotless and tastefully decorated. Facilities in the room were of a high standard and the operators had gone the extra mile to provide those little treats that made us most welcome. We’d highly recommend this spacious, well maintained accommodation

10

Jacqueline

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent. Very thoughtful, many extras such as home made cookies, very well equipped. Very welcoming and friendly. Clean, spacious and comfortable. Would definitely stay again.

6

Barb

23 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very disappointed with the motel. Stayed here two years ago. Lovely couple made us so welcome BUT it has now changed hands. The room was ok ish. Bed clean. Needed a good vacuum. Decor old and out of date. No milk supplied or tea towel and wettex. Outside of the property was run down and messy. Gutters full of grass and lawn over grown. If we hadn’t paid we would not have stopped. We were the only guests. Don’t bother booking here.

10

Bronwyn

9 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The rooms were well presented and very clean

10

Carolyn

27 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was very clean and bed very comfortable. Greeted with home made cookies and nice note. Very pleasant if anything was requested. Within walking distance to the beach and town. Really enjoyed our stay. A little dated but that’s fine. It was clean and comfortable. That’s what matters. Very nice people.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable with practical in-room extras like kitchenettes, crockery, and coffee machines; some include smart TVs. However, décor is older and a few guests mention bed comfort or heating issues.

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Juergen

22 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

outdated rooms, terrible beds

10

Karen

16 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This motel is an older motel but the owners have made it cozy and clean. A little note is left welcoming you to your room with some homemade cookies. The room also includes dishware and silverware, coffee and tea as well as an nespresso machine and a kettle. Perfect room for the night.

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Gemma

10 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

You can tell it’s an older motel but it was a wonderful place to stay. It’s easy to see the care and thoughtfulness in the design of the room and the little extras like homemade cookies on arrival ☺️

10

JOHN

30 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Spacious room well appointed and very clean. Excellent service to guests from the owner who goes well beyond what you come to expect. Would recommend the Sandbar to anyone.

10

Louise

7 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Such a happy, welcoming motel! From the beaming friendly staff on reception to the home made cookies in our room and the chocolates on the bed! Lots of little homely touches around the room, I especially loved the native animal pictures. We also enjoyed sitting up in the comfy bed watching complimentary Netflix on the massive tv! Thanks for having us!

10

Leigh

26 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Although , the hotel was built in the 90’s the new owners have really made an effort to modernise the rooms . Very clean and bright good quality linen, full crockery and cutlery sets . Nespresso coffee machine, microwave, great kettle . Well worth the stay. Good location, you can walk to beach shops pub etc.

6

Kate

2 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Was an older apartment - the owners had added nice touches to room, like mini bar honesty boxes and little additions. The air conditioner in room struggled to warm room.

8

Kim

1 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean. Loved the separate sitting room and kitchenette. Has a great location. Staff was friendly.

8

Heather

31 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is located in an excellent area, with the water, restaurants and shops close by. Parking was right outside our door. The reception staff was super friendly. The room was spacious and although we didn't use it, there was a kitchen that was fully usable.

8

Zenko

16 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place to rest for the night! Staff were helpful and even left a couple of cookies in the room upon arrival with a lovely little welcome note. The room was clean and free parking onsite right outside it was great. The bed wasn't particularly comfortable as you could feel all the springs and any slight movement, but manageable for one night. Good location walkable to town / beach, but far enough that the surrounding area was quiet.

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Service

Service is repeatedly praised as warm, welcoming, and attentive, with personal touches like homemade cookies and helpful local tips. Many guests felt the team went the extra mile.

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Mads

30 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly staff. Very central in Lakes E

10

david

19 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great little Hotel. Clean and comfortable with plenty of little extras. The staff are amazing. Highly recommend.

10

Carly

29 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We had a wonderful stay at Sandbar Motel. There were so many extra small touches that made us feel at home, like we were staying with friends. Thank you so much Santos, Ankita, & Selin for making us so welcome and comfortable, we look forward to staying with you again soon!

10

JOHN

30 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Spacious room well appointed and very clean. Excellent service to guests from the owner who goes well beyond what you come to expect. Would recommend the Sandbar to anyone.

10

Laurence

26 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A warm welcome and with home made biscuits! Clean and comfortable room with parking outside your room. A pleasant stroll alongside the water to main shops and restaurants.

10

Jodi

24 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Fiona was wonderful…she gave us lots of great info about the area

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Michelle

10 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

We had a great stay! From the friendly welcome, well kept grounds and rooms and extra touches that all made our stay comfortable and enjoyable. Will definitely be back. Highly recommend!

10

South Gippsland Bread

16 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Was very refreshing to stay in a “family” run motel - they certainly gave you the personal treatment & little extras - will hope to stay there again soon 👍 definitely give them the thumbs up 👍

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Debrah

26 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

My husband and I stayed here on our drive between Melbourne and Sydney and absolutely loved it! The two women that own and run it are wonderful. The room was immaculate and had everything we needed and included fun added touches, cookies to greet us! Location walkable to great restaurants, the water and shopping. I highly recommend it!

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Jocelyn

21 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Owners are so lovely and welcoming, fresh baked cookie's on arrival with fresh milk delivered to our door and helped with any questions we had.

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Location

Location is convenient and quiet, within easy walking distance of the water, shops, and restaurants. Guests liked being close to town while away from noise.

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susan

22 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely motel in a great location Walkable into town. Well appointed and had everything I needed .

10

Richard

23 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice motel - spotlessly clean and close to the shore and all amenities in Lakes Entrance. Highly recommended

10

Luke

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy stroll to the main shopping area on the Esplanade, and 10-15 minutes walk to the footbridge and beach. Staff were helpful and the room was clean and well-presented. Parked right in front of the door to the room. Would stay here again.

10

Danni

3 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. Great room. The little things made it. The choc chip biscuits, the coffee machine. Awesome 👌

10

Leigh

26 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Although , the hotel was built in the 90’s the new owners have really made an effort to modernise the rooms . Very clean and bright good quality linen, full crockery and cutlery sets . Nespresso coffee machine, microwave, great kettle . Well worth the stay. Good location, you can walk to beach shops pub etc.

10

Belinda

2 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely quiet location. Not the most comfortable bed but was okay for one night couldn’t have slept in for more than one night. Staff were lovely and very helpful recommending places to visit Loved the baked cookie and coffee machine was a lovely bonus.

8

Heather

31 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is located in an excellent area, with the water, restaurants and shops close by. Parking was right outside our door. The reception staff was super friendly. The room was spacious and although we didn't use it, there was a kitchen that was fully usable.

10

Anthony

23 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This motel was a little old and run down on the outside. However, the rooms were lovely. The managers have put a lot of time into making every part of your stay a memory. Very comfortable, clean and homely. Only 800m walk to the main shops which was good as a lot quieter.

8

Zenko

16 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place to rest for the night! Staff were helpful and even left a couple of cookies in the room upon arrival with a lovely little welcome note. The room was clean and free parking onsite right outside it was great. The bed wasn't particularly comfortable as you could feel all the springs and any slight movement, but manageable for one night. Good location walkable to town / beach, but far enough that the surrounding area was quiet.

8

paul

27 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A nice Quiet location every we needed was in walking distance.

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Sandbar Motel

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Room options

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

1 Bedroom Suite

Family Room

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