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Whale Motor Inn and Restaurant

4.0 star property
Motel in Narooma with outdoor pool and bar/lounge

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Enjoy breathtaking ocean views from this beachside retreat.
Situated on a grassy area, this building offers a modern design with large windows.
Relax in this serene room with an outdoor area, featuring a comfortable chair and a stylish table.
Enjoy breathtaking views of the coastline from this balcony, featuring a table and chairs.
Relax in this serene room with a view of a palm tree and a body of water, featuring a glass table and two chairs.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning

Room options

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Spa Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
102 Wagonga Street ( Princes Highway), Narooma, NSW, 2546

What's nearby

  • Narooma Visitors Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Narooma Golf Club - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bar Rock Lookout - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Narooma Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Glasshouse Rocks Lookout - 7 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Moruya, NSW (MYA) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raven Cafe & Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Narooma Golf Club - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Caseys Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Narooma Ice Creamery Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ciccio's Surfbeach Café - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Whale Motor Inn and Restaurant

Upscale motel
A terrace, a garden and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Whale Motor Inn and Restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Self-parking (surcharge) and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Whale Motor Inn and Restaurant offer comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Kitchenettes, fridges and microwaves

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • The Whale Restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 3:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:30 AM - 1:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

Pool access available from 8 AM to 8 PM

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Whale Motor Inn and Restaurant have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8 AM to 8 PM.

Is Whale Motor Inn and Restaurant pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. A cleaning fee of AUD 30.00 also applies.

How much is parking at Whale Motor Inn and Restaurant?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Whale Motor Inn and Restaurant?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Whale Motor Inn and Restaurant?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Whale Motor Inn and Restaurant located?

Situated near the beach, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Narooma Visitors Centre and Narooma Golf Club. Bar Rock Lookout and Narooma Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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Whale Motor Inn and Restaurant Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 135 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 135 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 135 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 135 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very good place to stay. Great location and bay views.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous views, fantastic restaurant and good value for money.

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning view from our room, very nice and comfortable, walk to restaurants and pubs nearby, loved our stay, sure to return loved it 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views and spacious rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stunning views across the river and sea 👍✅
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views all the way up the coast were excellent, the position of the building being elevated above the towm facing north is fantastic. The room was a bit dated although very clean and comfortable. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Chantelle

Liked: Staff & service
needs updating rooms and furniture quite old, good location though
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming , Jo is a brilliant person and will go over and above her resposibiliries to ensure your needs are met she has an excellent knowledge of all the attractions in and arount Narooma
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Great service- tired rooms.

Great location. The property is tired - so it is great to hear that they will be embarking on a reno next year. Excellent service and fantastic onsite restaurant Queen Chow. Will try again after reno.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Violet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful view, large unit. Very grateful for the convenience of being able to have our little dog with us
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

Dr Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Liked the view. Property needs complete overhaul or rebuild
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We could open the curtins and see the sea. The beds were a bit too hard but it was clean and tidy. We got an up graded to a room with two beds.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyndon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking at night from room to restaurant very poorly lit
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only positive things were the location, clean towels and bedding, and view from the balcony. Notified reception of issues and still awaiting e mail response from Manager. We would not stay here again. For us, the motels website photos were misleading.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Good sized unit and location. Needs refresh. No insect screens on external sliding door, one kitchen power point needs replacing. Cleaning only adequate for price point.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hot water took an extremely long time to become hot. There was a mechanical sound & vibration that seemed to resonate between the rooms. View was great. The bed had to be moved to use the power points, there was dust & debris behind the bed & side tables.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Our room was disappointing. The decor is very tired and was very dirty and worn. Merivale should be embarrassed to have it in their stable in its current state. It is in a great place and a renovation would make this a great place to stay, until this happens there are many better options in Narooma.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Narelle

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

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

Fabulous find

The location was amazing with views across the Narooma inlet. Walking distance to 2 great hotels and cafes.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leesa

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marthes

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023