By the waterfront, Corio Bay Motel is a haven for those seeking a relaxed getaway. Connect to in-room WiFi, enjoy free self parking and unwind with barbecue grills. Previous guests have praised the motel's overall condition.
Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive - 4.6 km
Deakin University - 14 min drive - 9.5 km
The Carousel - 14 min drive - 9.8 km
GMHBA Stadium - 16 min drive - 11.3 km
Getting around
Avalon Airport (AVV) - 14 min drive
Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 53 min drive
North Shore Station - 4 min drive
North Geelong Station - 7 min drive
Corio Station - 23 min walk
Restaurants
‪Shell Club - ‬13 min walk
‪Gateway Hotel - ‬9 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
‪The Paddock Bakery - ‬5 min drive
About this property
Corio Bay Motel
At Corio Bay Motel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Fellow travelers say good things about the overall property condition.
At a glance
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Hotel size
25 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
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 9:30 AM - 8:00 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
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
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
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
Built in 1970
Picnic area
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Kitchenette
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: AUD 150.00 per stay
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 30 (subject to availability)
Parking
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Also known as
Corio Bay Motel
Corio Bay Motel Motel
Corio Bay Motel Corio
Corio Bay Motel Motel Corio
Frequently asked questions
Is parking offered on site at Corio Bay Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Corio Bay Motel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of AUD 30 (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Corio Bay Motel and nearby?
Corio Bay Motel has a picnic area.
Does Corio Bay Motel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
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Reviews
Reviews
6.4
Good
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6.8
Cleanliness
6.2
Location
7.4
Staff & service
5.8
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 25, 2025
Was easy check in and out, bed was comfy and everything was clean. Will definitely stay there again.
Jess
Jess, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 14, 2025
The property was a little dated but clean and comfortable and close to Spirit of Tasmania.
A great place to eat down the road at Gateway Hotel, Buffet to die for
JENNI
JENNI, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 2, 2025
Look the place has seen better years but it was clean and had everything I needed and my opinion it was perfect for my needs and would use again
Paul
Paul, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2025
Ideal jump off point for Tassie
Clean +++ comfy and surprisingly quiet. V handy to Tassie ferry
Trevor
Trevor, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2023
Friendly staff clean room very quiet
Beverley
Beverley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 6, 2025
Clean rooms n hot shower, the road noise with trucks on the hiway maybe be a problem for light sleepers
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 5, 2024
Lovely housekeeping staff.
Jasmine
Jasmine, 4-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Feb 17, 2024
Bed & Linen very clean and comfortable. However rest of room & shower area needs a good clean
Frank
Frank, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Oct 22, 2023
Staff was very accommodating
We had no hot water for shower but they opened another room for us so we could use one
Cindy
Cindy, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 25, 2023
No place to store used clothes but good place to stay
Monsi
Monsi, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Mar 3, 2024
Average for the price , is what it is old bit rundown but most importantly the bed was very very comfortable and crisp clean sheets and towels although we didn’t use the shower .
Just a basic room good for price nothing bad .
Hilda
Hilda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2024
Easy access. Easy check in. Clean property. It is a dates venue in a low socio economic area. The place is priced correctly
thomas
thomas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2024
Excellent older style motel, spotlessly clean. Comfortable king sized bed. Tea/coffee provided, microwave, fridge, toaster & breakfast crockery/cutlery. Rooms 23-25 are the quietest as they are off the main road. Curry on Corio serves excellent Indian food and is located in the football of nearby Corio Village shopping centre. Motel is 6 minutes away from the Spirit of Tasmania terminal.
David
David, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Apr 12, 2024
Well placed but adjacent to industrial complex with trucks in and out.
Beds comfortable and good shower but noisy plumbing. Overall, Ok for the money
ed
ed, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jul 1, 2025
website said breakfast included but it wasn't
Bathroom needs attention dirty skirting boards
No shower curtain so water goes all over the bathroom floor which is dangerous
Good bed and good aircon (which was needed as limited blankets
very average motel but close to Avalon airport
Rodger
Rodger, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jan 8, 2024
Clean and basic, building requires maintenance and repairs urgently.
Ray
Ray, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 6, 2024
Lovely staff. Was able to wash and dry laundry overnight using machines at reasonable price. Just didn’t appreciate being woken up by inconsiderate cabin users making breakfast and playing music at 5am. Glad another camper sorted this so was able to go back to sleep. Very convenient and quiet area otherwise not far from Spirit of Tasmania drop off. Thanks ***
Jodie
Jodie, 1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Mar 8, 2025
This is an old property and I was aware of this before booking. i was comfortable with old however the dirty was unexpected. The sheets and towels were clean however I was unable to shower and the floor was dirty and grimey and the the bathroom was filthy. I have photos if you require tham
Bobbi
Bobbi, 1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Dec 12, 2023
Bathroom antiquated and needs to be gutted. No sink in bathroom. Linen clean
Elsa
Elsa, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Dec 8, 2023
Only good thing about our stay was the bed was clean & comfortable! Place is old & out dated. Needs a good clean & a coat of paint at the very least! Badly leaking shower, torn floor vinyl & broken smoke detector. You need ear plugs to sleep as motel is on a busy road (not their fault)!
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jan 18, 2024
It was a very tired and old motel. Room was clean, but remote for the TV didn’t work. Cost for the unit left a lot to be desired. We've since stayed in other areas that were more cost effective and nicer.
CHRISTINA
CHRISTINA, 1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Jan 8, 2024
This property is very old and very shabby. Peeling paint, marks and dings in the walls greet you upon opening the door to your room. While it is clean, you can't overlook this. The atmosphere of the property feels unsafe.
Vanessa
Vanessa, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Aug 23, 2023
Beds were good.
Refrigerator wasn't plugged in so our food was wasted. Didnt realise until we left 2 days later.
1 power point was dangerous and not connected to wall.
Shower area was clean but paint coming off wall. Steps in shower are dangerous.
Staff were friendly.
Leila
Leila, 2-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Nov 7, 2023
We had been to the motel before, quite a long time ago, and we were happy with the motel at that time. This time, while a few things in the room appeared new, the walls and chairs were very shabby, and there was no hot water in the shower. There was only one pillow per person on the bed, and my husband normally has 2 pillows. The person who checked us in was polite and helpful. The room was quieter than I expected being next to the highway. The accommodation was quite cheap - I guess you get what you pay for!
Thea
Thea, 1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Jan 5, 2024
No flyscreens on door or windows. Unable to open windows and therefore no fresh air. Dust was an inch thick on window sills and skirting boards Some furniture was 50 years old and not antique.
Very noisey. Primitive.
All linen was clean