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Torquay Tropicana Motel

3.5 star property
Motel in Torquay with free parking

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Torquay Tropicana Motel, by the ocean, is perfect for relaxation and recreation. Enjoy the garden, playground, arcade games, or lounge by the seasonal pool. The property offers laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area. Guests praise the genuinely helpful staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov

Room options

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Family Unit | Garden view

Family Unit

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Unit | Garden view

Standard Unit

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(82 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Spa Unit

Spa Unit

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
2 Grossmans Road, Torquay, VIC, 3228

What's nearby

  • Torquay Visitor Information Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Torquay Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Torquay Central Farmers Market - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Torquay Sands Golf Club - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Point Impossible Nudist Beach - 9 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Waurn Ponds Station - 16 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Salty Dog Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Ginger Monkey Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Kyn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Torquay Terrace - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Torquay Tropicana Motel

Motel by the ocean
Consider a stay at Torquay Tropicana Motel and take advantage of a garden, a playground and an arcade/games room. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
  • Express check-in, tour/ticket information and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Torquay Tropicana Motel boast comforts, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Patios, separate sitting areas and kitchenettes

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9 AM for a fee: AUD 15 for adults and AUD 15 for children

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1989
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9:00 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 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately AUD 15 for adults and from AUD 15 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
The seasonal pool will be open from September to May
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Torquay Tropicana Motel
Torquay Tropicana
Torquay Tropicana Motel Victoria
Torquay Tropicana Motel Motel
Torquay Tropicana Motel Torquay
Torquay Tropicana Motel Motel Torquay

Frequently asked questions

Does Torquay Tropicana Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Torquay Tropicana Motel?

As of 3 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Torquay Tropicana Motel on 18 Nov 2025 start from NZ$140.15, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Torquay Tropicana Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Torquay Tropicana Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Torquay Tropicana Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Torquay Tropicana Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Torquay Tropicana Motel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Torquay Tropicana Motel located?

Located in the heart of Torquay, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Surf World Museum and Torquay Visitor Information Centre. Torquay Beach and Torquay Central Farmers Market are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Torquay Tropicana Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 391 out of 940 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 400 out of 940 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 940 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 940 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 940 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matteo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tropucana motel is actually a great place to be before starting a journey to the great ocean. Beds are comfortable and room heated and insulated. The pool is great amd relaxing. I've enjoyed the heated spa in the evening and it was just perfect despite the cold weather. Staff was nice and helpful. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Liked the location and price , shower , toilet definitely needs attention
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A pleasant stay room large and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rupesh

Amazing hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Good value. Comfortable bed. A busy location but room was quiet for a restful sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Large rooms with parking at your door. Clean and comfortable, bathroom a little old but clean. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good Aussie motel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot to relax.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Fiona-marie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
excellent location ,great for one night. unfortunately bed heads needed a good dust and the bathroom could do do with an update as some areas were showing their age.Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to all amenities and kept clean and tidy.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Araceli

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall it was a really quiet and comfortable place to stay as well as cleanliness. I grew up walking past this place every day walking to primary school highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fanny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Found everything we needed in our room. short but very comfy stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was well overpriced for a very basic motel room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

January 2025

It was a great location. Pool was great. Staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Firozali H.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good property for a one or two nights stay. Ours was a corner unit which was very specious
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ella

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beds were comfortable, just off the highway, neat grounds. It's an old motel, but has been looked after.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
comfortable, good staff, could hear bathroom water activitie s from neighbours, walls a little thin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

raelene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
staff were lovely and helpful the spa room was roomy and comfortable, bathroom needs a refurbish
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

armanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
just good for passing thru
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

K J

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Older motel with dated bathroom and furniture. The pool was really nice with a great spa. Not too far to walk into town.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Needs a refurbishment in the Spa units.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Nikki

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Had everything we needed, but needs some attention and revamping
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024