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El Motor Inn

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Waterfront Suite | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Courtyard View, Courtyard Area | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Hastings Executive | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Courtyard View, Courtyard Area | Living room | TV, iPod dock
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

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29 Clarence Street, Port Macquarie, NSW, 2444
  • Glasshouse Cultural Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Town Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Flynns Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Macquarie Room | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Macquarie Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Hastings Spa Room | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Hastings Spa Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Courtyard View, Courtyard Area | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Courtyard View, Courtyard Area

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Hastings Deluxe | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Hastings Deluxe

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Hastings Executive | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Hastings Executive

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Port Suite | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Port Suite

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Port Room | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Port Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Waterfront Suite | Living area | TV, iPod dock

Waterfront Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 Single Bed

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About this property

El Motor Inn

Riverfront motel with free airport shuttle and coffee shop/cafe
Along with an outdoor pool, this motel has a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking and a free airport shuttle are also provided. Other amenities include dry cleaning, laundry facilities and a garden.
El Motor Inn offers 56 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features iPod docking stations and minibars. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks; local, long-distance and international calls are all complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and microwaves can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at El Motor Inn. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Port Macquarie Museum. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a free round-trip airport shuttle.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at El Cafe, a café with ocean views
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean guestrooms
  • Steps from Port Macquarie Museum and Glasshouse Cultural Centre
  • Free airport shuttle service
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). An outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly El Motor Inn. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Art Deco Port Macquarie motel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
El Cafe – Overlooking the ocean, this café serves breakfast and dinner.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle at scheduled times
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 10 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • El Cafe

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1968
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch HDTV
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 20

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 25.0 per stay.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per stay.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 10 to 30 per person
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 20 (subject to availability)
  • A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee
  • In-room microwave fee: AUD 10 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 25.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
El Motor Inn offers transfers from the airport. Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation 24 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. The front desk at this property is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 9 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 20562247396

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

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El Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 485 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 380 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I only stayed one night, however I would definitely come back and hope to be back soon. The bed was exceedingly comfortable and the staff were so helpful; they went out of their way to make my visit enjoyable and easier. (There is festival on and taxis are hard to get, so their manager drove me to an appointment, personally). The location is perfect too, so close to everything you could want. Thanks guys for an amazing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great well priced accom right in the centre of town. Walk to everything location, clean and well equiped room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Morningside

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Scott

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was fine but at check-in we were told “several rugby teams “ were staying and they had had many noise complaints the previous night. Instead of being proactive and during the evening
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roslyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam, Tamworth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place in the best location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overnight stay to attend a show at the Glasshouse Theatre situated 100 metres away from El Motor Inn.The room was spacious, separate toilet/ bathroom, room service well priced albeit a touch slow when busy, (forgivable).Only downside, king bed mattress due for upgrade otherwise all AAA
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rock

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just one stay but very nice and confortable … thanks
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lesli, Saskatoon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
This is a dated motel. The room was clean but quite basic. Parking was full, so the lady at check in went to move her vehicle so we had a spot to park. It is a good location, you can walk to the water/beach and many restaurants. My children enjoyed the pool but it was small and basic as well. I feel like it was a bit overpriced for what it was. I guess paying for location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Edyth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay 👌
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location being very close to shops and restaurants. The room was very nice and tidy. Reception staff were helpful and provided a small bottle of fresh milk for coffee/tea. Didn’t use the pool but it looked lovely. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were extremely pleasant and approachable. Highly recommend the in-house room service for dinner - compliments to the chef! Room was neat and tidy and very comfortable. Would recommend staying at this Motel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Yi Zhen

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location but smelled quite bad from outside of window, one bed under air condition indoor unit and outside of the bathroom. My sister could not sleep well for whole night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very centrally located in Port Macquarie. Easy walk to everything. Good breakfast option in the motel cafe.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erwin

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place to stay

Excellent location, close to shops, restaurants & entertainment.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025