El Lago Waters Motel is a haven for families near Blue Bay Beach. Unwind with the kids at the rooftop terrace, children's pool, or arcade/game room while taking advantage of dry cleaning services and water sports equipment. With a 24-hour front desk and express check-out, this motel makes traveling easy - previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
El Lago Waters Motel features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 5-minute walk of Pelican Plaza. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool, and hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and scuba diving are nearby. A children's pool, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
39 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
The property charges 1 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free wired internet access in public areas
Free wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
No alcohol served onsite
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Traveling with children
Children's pool
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Water sports equipment
Facilities
1 building/tower
Rooftop terrace
Garden
Picnic area
Seasonal outdoor pool
Arcade/game room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
58-cm TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free wired internet
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Housekeeping on request
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: AUD 25.00 per stay
Optional extras
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1 percent
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from October 15 to April 30
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
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, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay
Mobile payment options include: Alipay and WeChat Pay.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property may place an authorization for 1 night's rate for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking using the credit card submitted during the reservation process.
Also known as
El Lago Resort
El Lago Waters
El Lago Waters Resort
El Lago Waters Resort The Entrance
El Lago Waters The Entrance
El Waters
Lago Waters Resort
El Lago Waters Hotel The Entrance
El Lago Waters Motel The Entrance
El Lago Waters Motel
El Lago Waters Motel Motel
El Lago Waters Motel The Entrance
El Lago Waters Motel Motel The Entrance
Frequently asked questions
Does El Lago Waters Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, El Lago Waters Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at El Lago Waters Motel?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at El Lago Waters Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at El Lago Waters Motel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at El Lago Waters Motel and nearby?
Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool, an arcade, and a picnic area. El Lago Waters Motel also has a garden.
What's the area around El Lago Waters Motel like?
El Lago Waters Motel is located on the waterfront, a short 4-minute walk from Pelican Plaza and 6 minutes' walk from Entrance Beach.
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Reviews
El Lago Waters Motel Reviews
4.8
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Motel is run down. Broken tiles, TV didn’t work.
It’s a good location.
Ryan
Ryan, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jan 8, 2026
Pool wasn’t working. Great location. The room does the job but don’t expect much.
Laila
Laila, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 12, 2025
Clean room. Adequate amenities
chris
chris, 7-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Nov 30, 2025
Staff were great, only issue was the state of the hotel itself. Pictures
Brett
Brett, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 30, 2025
The room was comfortable and clean. We could not operate the tv and the light switch in the bathroom was very difficult to turn on/ otherwise OK
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Oct 27, 2025
The property needs a proper urgent renovation. The location is fantastic but the maintenance of the building needs a lot of work, thank you very much
Juan
Juan, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Dec 30, 2025
Beds where uncomfortable, only one grass for four people , broken wardrobe door, tv Airlie dosent work …
Phone lines don’t work? Couldn’t get tho to communicate checkin details
Very veery tired resort , needs loads of maintenance
Up side great location and pool was great .
Sil
Sil, 2-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Jan 13, 2026
The hotel was extremely poor - stained carpet squares, poor drainage in shower, no deadlock on door, door frames exposed, someone working downstairs outside our balcony until 10:30pm (grinding bricks), no smoking yet we could smell smoke from the lady smoking openly and continuously for hours.
Outside the hotel was also in disrepair!
There were renovations happening - too little loot late I believe!
The pool was clean and did look inviting.
Certainly not worth the money!!
amanda
amanda, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Nov 15, 2025
Room was in good condition, although the sliding door couldn't be locked. On the final night there was no water pressure and the hot water was non existent.
Eleni
Eleni, 3-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Oct 7, 2025
It's a quiet location but the property needs upgrading lots! There was work happening machinery going after 9pm however!!?
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Oct 12, 2025
Air conditioning not functional, pool not operating (due to resealing), rooms not previously cleaned to any standards. "FAMILY ROOM" not safe, no safety screen on a third floor windows. Location is superb however.
DAVID
DAVID, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 14, 2025
No Remote control
The bed just soo comfort, firm and soft.
However, AC is not working, no TV remote cannot control channel or even volume.
Karbela Fathul
Karbela Fathul, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Dec 29, 2025
Ac worked.
View of water.
balcony windows and doors construction were really bad. plexiglas was added to fill in the gaps. this wasnt secure.
Bed sheet cover was dirty with some sort of fluid stain.
Mold in the bathroom.
Kitchen looked average (we didnt use it)...during the "renovations" they have painted over the sunken kitchen lights.
Floor wasnt vacuumed or if it was they hadnt done a good job. the wardrobes had leftover like hand rails or bathroom towel rack.
Looked like some pretty shady people hanging around in the back carpark. Cars driving a couple of meters past the front door doing 50km/h.
Staff were nice.
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Nov 2, 2025
There was piles of rotten rubbish right next to the exit door at the car park. The outside photos on the website are old- the outside is not maintained at all.
Our room had dead silverfish in the bath and dead bugs on the floor. The bed was broken and dipped down on the top right hand side.
The door chain was missing- which made us feel very unsafe with the domestic violence that carried on until 3am in the morning.
There was no tea or coffee in the rooms or spare blankets.
Very over priced for the state of the place and its surroundings.
I wish I could rate this higher as the staff were lovely on check in.
Annastaice
Annastaice, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 12, 2026
Great place
Laurence
Laurence, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Mar 24, 2026
Hotel needs a facelift urgently
Rodney
Rodney, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2025
Nice place
Alaa
Alaa, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 24, 2025
Was a beautiful night away.
Makayla
Makayla, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2025
A nice cheap place to stay
Glyn
Glyn, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Mar 1, 2026
The room was up to standard. Staff were accommodating . It was the first appearance that made you think I hope it’s okay
David
David, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
May 19, 2026
Wasn't as describedb said separate bedroom it was just a room. Nowhere to sit Kettle was broken ,tv remote flat batterys. ,door had a metal plate screwd onto it where I guess it had been broken into. Holes in wall , then outside the room 3rd floor bricks broken right next to edge . garbage bin lid on table. Pool door tied up with shoe lace .has 3 nights book left after 1 . Went to give key back couldn't find anyone. Hotel.com tried to call them no answer emails no reply.
Simon
Simon, 3-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Mar 15, 2026
The place is filthy rotten dirty. The walls had dirty Marks all over them and holes in them. Around The pool was not maintained it had grass and weeds growing out of every line in the paving it was putrid the dirtiest motel i have ever seen. It was a joke i don't know how people stay there. I wouldn't stay there if it cost nothing