Whalers Rest Motor Inn

3.0 star property
Portland North motel by sea

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By the sea, Whalers Rest Motor Inn offers a serene retreat with a playground for kids and a garden to unwind. With in-room WiFi, dry cleaning/laundry services, tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage and RV/bus/truck parking available.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Electric vehicle charging point

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills

Feel at home (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Playground on site
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
The current price is CNY550
CNY605 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 28 - Mar 29

Room options

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Deluxe Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Triple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
714 Henty Highway North, Portland North, VIC, 3305

What's nearby

  • Bolwarra H45 Bushland Reserve - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Nuns Beach - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Great South West Walk - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Fawthrop Lagoon - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Powerhouse Motor & Car Museum - 5 min drive - 5.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Port Of Call - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Twelvefold - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Bahloo - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Whalers Rest Motor Inn

Whalers Rest Motor Inn is a great choice for a stay in Portland North. Guests will have free perks like WiFi, self parking, and wired internet. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 13 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:30 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
    • At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
    • Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 48 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in
    • 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
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Playground

What to do

  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1983
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Alarm clock
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in between 9:30 PM and 10:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 35
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent

Renovations and closures

The property is closed: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Whalers Rest Motor Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Whalers Rest Motor Inn 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.

Are pets allowed at Whalers Rest Motor Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Whalers Rest Motor Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking and electric vehicle charging are available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Whalers Rest Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. There's a charge of AUD 25 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of AUD 25 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Whalers Rest Motor Inn and nearby?

Whalers Rest Motor Inn has a picnic area and a garden.

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Reviews

Whalers Rest Motor Inn Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

The bed was very comfy. Clean . Staff were lovely and friendly. Easy parking and not far from town.
Andrea, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spacious older style motel, very clean, well equipped good parking.
Shirley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Felt really comfortable and relaxed, will definitely stay here again😊
Vicki, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place
Roger, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

It's a little way out of town and the facilities were a little run down. Staff is friendly and my night was ok.
Dale, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent, Very impressed, Friendly staff, Great location, Dont hesitate to stay, Book now.
Stephen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

It suited our purpose. Bathroom was a bit small.
David, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Room was dated but acceptable for the budget price. Major issue is that the reception is unattended, this can work but you need to send guests check in instructions either by SMS or the Expedia app.
Warren, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Property was very clean, central and great value.
Scott, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly stuff and the bed was super comfortable slept like a baby
Ratu, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Worth a trip to Portland

Terrific location - good quality fittings and comfortable beds. We were very comfortable and the reception staff was very friendly.
Yvonne, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

nice and quiet, nice place, good for fisherman with boats
Gavin, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Out of town but just off main road so easy access to the main town.
Kyla, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ground floor motel rooms with easy parking. Abiut 3 km from town and off highwat and very quiet. My room had new bathromm and was clean and tidy. It was family romm with a separate bedroom with 3 singles as well as queen bed and lounge in the other room. Had dishes and microwave as well
jasen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Business Stay

Clean, comfortable, quiet and good size room. Bed was good to sleep in. Shower was a little cold the 2nd night. But overall a good stay
Chris, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfy bed big TV microwave kettle toaster good for a budget motel
Andrew, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The gentleman in the office was lovely. Made me feel very welcomed. I would stay here again. Thanks.
Mandie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spacious clean room. The staff were great with a smooth checkin.
Marie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and in great condition, lovely spot to stop. Many thanks to Tracy - friendly and helpful - made the vist a standout, thanks Tracy!
Grace, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Just needed a bed and it was clean & comfortable
Frank, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Hospitality friendly management
Christopher, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spotlessly clean and lovely comfortable room.
Gary, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Quiet and comfy.
Katja, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really clean and quiet
Graeme, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

On the edge of town, and for me, convenient to head straight out of town the next morning to Port Macdonnel.