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Whalers Rest Motor Inn

3.0 star property
Unwind by the ocean while kids have fun at the playground.

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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

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is RM347
RM382 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar

Room options

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View all photos for Deluxe Queen Room

Minibar, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room

Minibar, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Triple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Located in Portland North, Whalers Rest Motor Inn is in the suburbs and by the sea. Bolwarra H44 Bushland Reserve and Bolwarra H45 Bushland Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Portland Arts Centre and Portland Cable Tram Depot Museum. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale watching. Visit our Portland North travel guide
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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
  • Powerhouse Motor & Car Museum
    5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Portland Arts Centre
    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

Motel by the sea
At Whalers Rest Motor Inn, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a playground. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a snack bar/deli, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking, an electric car charging station and express check-out
  • A front desk safe, tour/ticket information and concierge services
Room features
All guest rooms at Whalers Rest Motor Inn boast thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and minibars.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and cots/infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1983
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: AUD 25
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: AUD 35 for check-in between 9:30 PM and 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 25
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent 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 over, 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 over; 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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per night

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: AUD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: AUD 35 for check-in between 9:30 PM and 10:00 PM
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Masks are required at the property for guests who have not received COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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Frequently asked questions

Is Whalers Rest Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Whalers Rest Motor Inn?

As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whalers Rest Motor Inn on 12 Mar 2026 start from RM347, 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 at Whalers Rest Motor Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Whalers Rest Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of AUD 25 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 9:30 PM to 10:00 PM for a fee of AUD 35.

What time is check-out at Whalers Rest Motor Inn?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for AUD 25 (subject to availability).

Where is Whalers Rest Motor Inn located?

Situated by the sea, this motel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Whale Viewing Platform, Nuns Beach and Bolwarra H43 Bushland Reserve. Bolwarra H44 Bushland Reserve and Bolwarra H45 Bushland Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected 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

Whalers Rest Motor Inn Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 396 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 167 out of 396 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 396 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 396 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 396 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Felt really comfortable and relaxed, will definitely stay here again😊
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean, central and great value.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ratu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly stuff and the bed was super comfortable slept like a baby
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jasen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

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

Worth a trip to Portland

Terrific location - good quality fittings and comfortable beds. We were very comfortable and the reception staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

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

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
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service
Comfy bed big TV microwave kettle toaster good for a budget motel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hospitality friendly management
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Katja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quiet and comfy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Owners were lovely, was a great quiet place for us to stay while watching grandchildren in the cricket carnival. We were happy to be on the outskirts of Portland. Suited our needs for a sleepover place. Very clean and lovely fresh smell on entry. Lovely big towels too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and tidy. Facilities to make a coffee, but the kettle would not fit under tap in the bathroom so made that a little tricky. Overall ,a pleasant and comfy stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property was clean and neat however, the bed was very uncomfortable. The room could do with a refurb as it is a bit outdated. The staff were very friendly and helpful, made us feel very welcome and our check in easy as we arrived late.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness
We book a room on wotif and was told that wotif had authority to state this price... So we were given a basic queen room ... But wotif said they were paying the difference... Talk about ridiculous Only good thing was the bed was comfortable .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Mathew De

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the reception was always unattended. Looks like a ghost town. Owner was busy doing renovation works away from reception in one of the rooms. Location was too far from city. Food, drinks and shopping was only available by car. Certainly not to be recommended @$113.00 per night! Carpet had granite pebbles and hurriedly vacumed. Room was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious older style motel, very clean, well equipped good parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It's a little way out of town and the facilities were a little run down. Staff is friendly and my night was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It suited our purpose. Bathroom was a bit small.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Warren

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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, Very impressed, Friendly staff, Great location, Dont hesitate to stay, Book now.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kyla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Out of town but just off main road so easy access to the main town.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice and quiet, nice place, good for fisherman with boats
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The gentleman in the office was lovely. Made me feel very welcomed. I would stay here again. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious clean room. The staff were great with a smooth checkin.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022