Unwind at Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant, nestled near Halls Gap Zoo. Enjoy the serene garden, indoor pool with sun loungers, and spa tub for relaxation. The on-site restaurant offers al fresco dining options and a bar to socialize. With free in-room WiFi and dry cleaning/laundry services available, guests can stay connected and refreshed. Previous guests praise the helpful staff.
Reeves Hill Bushland Reserve - 1 min drive - 1.2 km
Stawell Visitor Information Centre - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
Stawell Racecourse - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
Stawell Natural Features Reserve - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Grampians National Park - 16 min drive - 32.3 km
Getting around
Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 152 min drive
Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 154 min drive
Avalon Airport (AVV) - 161 min drive
Stawell Station - 3 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min drive
KFC - 3 min drive
Cafe 2B - 5 min drive
Chris 'n' Di's Pies & Cakes - 3 min drive
Town Hall Hotel - 4 min drive
About this property
Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant
When you stay at Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Seppelt Great Western and Seppelt Winery. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Lakeside Restaurant, which serves dinner. A bar/lounge, an outdoor tennis court, and a hot tub are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
29 rooms
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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 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance 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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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free covered onsite self parking
Free uncovered onsite extended parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
Lakeside Restaurant - This restaurant serves dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 11.5 to 25 for adults, and AUD 12.5 to 12.5 for children
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 25.0 per stay
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.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Magdala Motor Lodge Stawell
Magdala Motor Lodge
Magdala Motor Stawell
Magdala Motor
Magdala Motor Lodge Stawell, Victoria
Magdala Motor Lodge
Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant Motel
Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant Stawell
Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant Motel Stawell
Frequently asked questions
Does Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant 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 Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant?
Yes, there's free self and extended parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant and nearby?
Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes basketball. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant also has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant?
Yes, Lakeside Restaurant offers alfresco dining.
Does Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a microwave and a toaster.
Does Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio and a yard.
What's the area around Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant like?
Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant is located a short 16-minute walk from Reeves Hill Bushland Reserve.
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Reviews
Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.4
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
8.6
Staff & service
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast at the in-house restaurant was wonderful with more options. (4 reviews)
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2026
Enjoyed our stay, only really in the rooms for sleeping. Had a lovely meal in the restaurant.
Helen
Helen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2025
Great host, very comfortable accommodation. Good selection of pillows.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 14, 2023
A pleasant place to stay with a view of the lake.
Helen
Helen, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 11, 2024
Loved the lake out the back and the ducks who came to visit - very lovely and peaceful
Melanie
Melanie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2024
Very comfortable and enjoyable experience
Glen
Glen, 1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Sep 9, 2025
its a very old motel, 2.5 star is geenrous. it was a clean room. water pressure in shower was really bad. this properprty charged far too much foir the quality it opffered. the meal we had there was good though.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2023
Given that is off the main highway the property is set back from the road and is so quiet and peaceful. The owners are friendly and easy to talk with. I will be going back again.
It is a very relaxing property.
Moira
Moira, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jun 1, 2024
The staff were great! the rooms could do with an upgrade and missing a few things cutlery, which made it hard if you up wanting breakfast. but otherwise, it’s a beautiful spot to be staying at.
Sherrie
Sherrie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 9, 2024
Lovely quiet and peaceful surrounds, very neat and clean. Unfortunately not very comfortable bed, plus 4 coffee sachets and 4 sugar packets didn’t really hit the mark
Gareth
Gareth, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jun 28, 2024
The proprietor's were lovely, and did their absolute best to provide a wonderful experience, unfortunately the pool was too cold to swim in and it would be quite noisy with the truck air brakes during the week, the beds really do need to be updated to more modern mattresses.
All in all though it was a lovely and staff were just wonderful.
Cheryl
Cheryl, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 29, 2024
A clean and tidy motel with basic but adequate facilities. Good value. Convenient breakfast. A good spot to stop en route. 8 year old reports that his “bunk bed was squeaky but it had a playground and lots of space and needs more playground equipment” and gives 3/5. 6 year old reports it was “a little bit small” but gives 5/5. Wife felt “was like a school camp motel” but still 4/5. Overall, a good result!
Toby
Toby, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 19, 2024
Lovely stay
Room was clean and spacious. Abit above average price. Shower was nice and hot and a very comfy bed. Patio with table, chairs looking over part of lake with some ducks. Had free internet. No netflixs. Abit noisy for awhile with crickets making a noise but it stopped. Was abit confused played for on hotels.com but payment wasn't done when got there. So had to pay when there. Next day made sure payment wasn't taken out twice. Restraunt and pool but l didn't use. Nice stay. Lovely owner
andrea
andrea, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2025
Staff were super friendly. Lovely dinner, Nice location
Coralee
Coralee, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 5, 2026
Clean and spacious room for the 3 of us. Queen bed was a bit saggy but still ok to sleep on for one night.
Check in was
Marnie
Marnie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2025
Welcoming
Roger
Roger, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 4, 2023
Restaurant was nice
Beverley
Beverley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2022
Nice big rooms,clean,nice restaurant
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2022
A really humble spot in a quiet location based near a cute lake. Friendly staff and clean and comfy beds.
Will be back for sure!
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 23, 2025
A few updates in room would give this a higher rating
Stewart
Stewart, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2023
Great stay in Stawell
Not a huge town Stawell, but some nice accomodation options. The Magdala is very clean and comfortable, and the restaurant was good. No hesitation in recommending for short stays and roadtrips
Nicholas
Nicholas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2022
The Property is at a serene and quiet place. Breakfast at the in house restaurant was wonderful and had more options. Overall, a nice place to stay near Grampians.
Velavan
Velavan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2023
The owners went above and beyond! The Restaurant was amazing, the setting so beautiful
Amy
Amy, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 9, 2022
Quietest Motel in Stawell
Room is fine, standard motor inn but well off the road
Pool / spa is closed in winter
Nicola
Nicola, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 11, 2022
Great large 2bdrm family room
Alice
Alice, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 1, 2022
Clean & tidy, friendly staff, picturesque setting. Bit dated but comfortable.