By McCracken Golf Course, Ocean Crest Motel offers a warm welcome with a playground, conference space, and restaurant. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and unwind at the bar. Guests have praised the motel’s location near Boomer Beach.
Victor Harbor Convention Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
beach near Brandwood Reserve - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
McCracken Golf Course - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Hindmarsh River Estuary Boardwalk - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Boomer Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Getting around
Victor Harbor Station - 7 min drive
Goolwa Station - 13 min drive
Currency Creek Station - 16 min drive
Restaurants
‪Hotel Victor - ‬4 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪The Crown Hotel - ‬4 min drive
‪Victor Ice Creamery - ‬4 min drive
‪Domino's Pizza - ‬4 min walk
About this property
Ocean Crest Motel
At Ocean Crest Motel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from McCracken Golf Course and Boomer Beach. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Ocean Crest Cafe, which serves dinner and offers garden views. Also, Warland Reserve and Granite Island are just a 5-minute drive away.
At a glance
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Hotel size
11 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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 16
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free secured, uncovered onsite self parking
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Playground
Children's menu
Bed rails
What to do
Whale-watching nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Conference space (388 square feet)
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Closed captioned TV
Low-height bed
Visual fire alarm
Wheelchair-width doorways
No elevator (single level property)
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-cm LCD TV
Digital TV channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Shower only
Soap
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
Toaster
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Special features
Dining
Ocean Crest Cafe - Overlooking the garden, this family restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of AUD 40 per pet, per night
Parking
RV/bus/truck parking is available for an extra charge
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Ocean Crest Motel Motel
Ocean Crest Motel Hayborough
Ocean Crest Motel Motel Hayborough
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Ocean Crest Motel?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of AUD 40 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Ocean Crest Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ocean Crest Motel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Ocean Crest Motel and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include McCracken Golf Course (10-min walk) and Boomer Beach (1.6 mi), along with Warland Reserve (2.1 mi) and Horseshoe Bay (2.9 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near Ocean Crest Motel?
Yes, Ocean Crest Cafe offers garden views.
What's the area around Ocean Crest Motel like?
Ocean Crest Motel is a short 10-minute walk from McCracken Golf Course and 5 minutes' walk from Victor Harbor Convention Centre.
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Reviews
Reviews
5.8
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.
5.8
Cleanliness
5.6
Amenities
6.6
Staff & service
5.2
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
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8/10 Very good
Dec 30, 2025
Staff were very friendly close to shops and beach not to faraway
Cassandra
Cassandra, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 8, 2026
Clean and quiet. Good value
Wayne
Wayne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2026
This motel should be 5 stars, for service, attention, cleanliness, unreal chef in the cafe… what an absolute gem!
… and value for money is off the charts!
Don’t stay anywhere else!!!
John
John, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2025
Clean room and comfortable bed.
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 17, 2026
Concerned about the laundry. Linen (bedding and towels) a bit smelly, are they using enough detergent to wash items?
Room a good size and comfortable, site/location handy and quiet.
Cafe onsite a bonus.
Damien
Damien, 3-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Feb 3, 2026
I dont like to complain but this was the worst hotel we have stayed in and we have stayed all over SA, interstate and overseas. The room was very dirty, the internet didnt work, and the milk was rotten.
Linda
Linda, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
Feb 15, 2024
Comfortable and convenient to local amenities/attractions
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2025
Thank you to the staff. You went above and beyond to accommodate us.
Deanne
Deanne, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 11, 2025
Good value for money. Quiet and convenient.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 6, 2025
Great support from manager and the cleaning was great for bathroom kitchenette area and bed linen
Property is tired and many repair improve issues to be exaction done but I would stay again
Sharon
Sharon, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 11, 2024
We found this motel to be easily accessible and the room clean.
there were clean sheets, towels and a comfortable bed
We were out during the day and didn't need luxury extras.
Raelene
Raelene, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Oct 14, 2023
Close to shops and petrol station
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2024
The place was well setup and basic, you cant expect much for the affordability of the place. The staff were amazing and worked within my request for absolutely everything I asked.
Jordyn
Jordyn, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 20, 2025
Was dubious after reading other reviews. For the price of the room we were pleasantly surprised and would stay there again. I would give it a three star rating out of five.
Obviously the rooms could be improved but we were quite comfortable.
John
John, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 24, 2023
Nice tidy place, food from cafe was nice only thing that put me off was on my last night it sounded like they were doing Reno next door with drills and everything and was last at night when it was happening but other than that was good
Elka
Elka, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 29, 2023
Bed was very comfortable. Clean and tidy. But windows could do with a good clean
Debra
Debra, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jul 22, 2024
in my room the sheets had a stain possible dry blood there was a missing globe over the kitchen area also the tv had bad reception and was just sitting on the table leaning up against the power cord carpets were dirty.
It was a lovely quiet spot bed was comfortable air con kept us warm and the shower was lovely.
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Dec 15, 2024
Location was convenient for our stay and maybe it's a case of if the price seems too good to be true it probably is.
It was nice that the air-conditioner was on so the room was already cool on a hot day.
One bed had stained sheets, the room had an off-putting smell, the crockery/ cups weren't clean so had to go get dishwashing liquid to use them, badly stained chair fabric, just didn't feel clean and overall sanitary.
Lauren
Lauren, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 22, 2023
I believe the management honestly were trying to keep the property clean and respectable and within a price range for locals to seek safe shelter. Not really appropriate for out of towners seeking cheap accommodation. But I congratulate them for their efforts.
Suzanne
Suzanne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2025
Spotless room. All facilities I needed. Value for money.
Penny
Penny, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 13, 2024
Room was good and clean.
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Apr 20, 2026
Was okay
Rob
Rob, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good
Dec 28, 2025
Room needed some maintenance work but we'd stay again.
Dorothy
Dorothy, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Jan 27, 2026
Room and pool area way below standard neglected and in desperate need of maintenance . Expedia should really check their accomodation listings