Motel Goolwa

Property class: 3

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Take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and a business center at Motel Goolwa. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a grey armchair, and a small table.

Deluxe Queen Room (Downstairs)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Queen Room (Upstairs)

A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, two pillows, and a rolled white towel. There are two bedside tables with lamps, and a brick wall in the background.

Standard Queen Room (Upstairs)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room (Downstairs)

Two twin beds with matching headboards, a brick wall, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Deluxe Twin Room (Downstairs)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room (Upstairs)

Two twin beds with patterned bedding, a brick wall, and a wooden headboard.

Standard Twin Room (Upstairs)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Family Room (Upstairs)

A room with a wooden dining table, four chairs, a sofa, and a bed with patterned bedding.

Standard Family Room (Upstairs)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Family Room (Downstairs)

A hotel room with a bed, a dining table with chairs, and a brick wall.

Deluxe Family Room (Downstairs)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Goolwa is home to Motel Goolwa. Ferguson Road NRS Addition - Gazettal in Progress and Tokuremoar Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Urimbirra Wildlife Park and Nangawooka Flora Reserve. Visit our Goolwa travel guide
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30 Cadell Street, Goolwa, SA, 5214

What's nearby

  • Goolwa Museum
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's Cottage
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Goolwa Wharf Markets
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Steam Exchange Brewery
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Artworx Gallery
    8 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Goolwa Station
    8 min walk
  • Adelaide, SA Airport (ADL)
    78 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cadell Street Fish & Chips
    3 min walk
  • Subway
    12 min walk
  • Islanders' Tavern
    5 min drive
  • Aquacaf
    2 min drive
  • Caffé de Carlo
    15 min walk

About this property

Motel Goolwa

  • Property highlights
  • You can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and a business center at Motel Goolwa. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance
    • Newspapers in the lobby, luggage storage, and a banquet hall
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Motel Goolwa boast perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and heating

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Frequently asked questions

Is Motel Goolwa pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel Goolwa?

As of Nov 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel Goolwa on Dec 6, 2026 start from CA $117, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel Goolwa?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Motel Goolwa?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Motel Goolwa located?

Situated in Goolwa, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Goolwa Museum, Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's Cottage, and Goolwa Wharf Markets. Steam Exchange Brewery and Artworx Gallery are also within 10 minutes. Goolwa Station is 8 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Motel Goolwa Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 377 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 166 out of 377 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 377 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 377 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 377 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Central to town so was lovely looking in the small variety of shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable for the night close to pub and coffee. Very walkable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice clean & comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Downstairs deluxe queen room was clean, quiet and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Clean room, courteous and friendly staff. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable motel in the heart of Goolwa.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Met my requirements with a clean tidy room and adequate facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and fresh simple comfortable hotel room. Nice cafe on the property with Main Street frontage. Would easily stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and roomy. Staff were friendly and cafe at the motel was delicious. Not enough parking when full as I had to park out on the street.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Very friendly staff and excellent service and clean rooms. Cafe at front attached to motel excellent food and coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very central, great choices for somewhere to go for dinner. Very close to my daughters new home
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good motel

Nice hotel for what it is. Clean, really comfy bed and very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely spacious room with a large comfortable bed. The motel is in easy walking distance of the wharf precinct and many places to eat, it also has a popular r Cafe on site.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the Main Street-close to everything. Loved the beds-perfect large rooms a short walk to the river
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Place

Nice place in Goolwa. Very central.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Specious room, comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was so close to different dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient and easy place. Lovely central Goolwa location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Motel Goolwa

Convenient main street location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Right in centre of town with its own cute cafe. Spacious room and plenty of strong hot water. In the shower.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient location. A bit dated, but clean and tidy with good amenities i.e. fridge,toaster, kettle.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was quiet and clean. Shower pressure was good. Motel was within easy walking distance of town facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025