Blue Lake Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, near Umpherston Sinkhole

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Blue Lake Motel

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Fridge, microwave
Front of property
Deluxe Room
Towels
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Overview of Blue Lake Motel

Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
1 Kennedy Avenue, Mount Gambier, SA, 5290
  • Popular LocationUmpherston Sinkhole12 min walk
  • Popular LocationOlympic Park4 min drive
  • Popular LocationBlue Lake Reserve5 min drive
  • AirportMount Gambier, SA (MGB)11 min drive

Room options

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2016
Blackout curtains
Heating
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Family Double Room (Interconnected Family Room)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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About the area

Mount Gambier

At Blue Lake Motel you'll be within a 30-minute stroll of Umpherston Sinkhole and Cave Gardens. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and LED TVs. .This motel has free WiFi in public areas, barbecues and a picnic area. Additionally, you'll find express check-in, express check-out and luggage storage. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 4:00 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Mount Gambier motel, you'll be 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Mount Gambier Central and 2.8 km (1.8 mi) from Old Mount Gambier Gaol.

What's nearby

  • Umpherston Sinkhole - 12 min walk
  • Mount Gambier Central - 3 min drive
  • Blue Lake - 4 min drive
  • Olympic Park - 4 min drive
  • Blue Lake Reserve - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Mount Gambier, SA (MGB) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Commodore on the Park - 2 min drive
  • Nightcap at Federal Hotel Mt Gambier - 17 min walk
  • McDonald's - 2 min drive
  • Wild Ginger - 3 min drive
  • South Eastern Hotel - 3 min walk

About this property

Blue Lake Motel

Motel with free parking, near Umpherston Sinkhole
As a guest of Blue Lake Motel, you'll find a BBQ, a picnic area, and express check-in. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Mount Gambier motel.

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Blue Lake Motel offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and portable fans. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

This Mount Gambier motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. LED televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Hindi

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 4:00 AM–9:30 AM for a fee: AUD 15 for adults and AUD 15 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 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 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately AUD 15 for adults and from AUD 15 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Blue Lake Motel Mount Gambier
Blue Lake Motel Motel
Blue Lake Motel Mount Gambier
Blue Lake Motel Motel Mount Gambier

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Blue Lake Motel?

Blue Lake Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Lake Motel?

As of 19 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Lake Motel on 12 May 2024 start from AU$104.18, including 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.

Is parking available at Blue Lake Motel?

Yep, Blue Lake Motel has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Does Blue Lake Motel serve breakfast?

Yep, continental brekkie is served daily between 4:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Blue Lake Motel?

No, Blue Lake Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Blue Lake Motel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Blue Lake Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Blue Lake Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 510 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 241 out of 510 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 510 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 510 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 510 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Katie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Average motel. No hot water for shower in the morning. Overpriced for what we got
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable will certainly recommend it and stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natwar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was a little disappointed when I arrived, but once I opened the door to the unit I was pleasantly surprised. Very nice and usable inside. Car parking was a breeze, unlike many!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
1. Kitchenette needs attention - weight of bar fridge on top of bench caused bench to bow - use of toaster caused fuse to blow -> can't use microwave or fridge 2. Dated decor 3. TV - remote unable to change channels, poor reception signal
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was renovated but lacked some finishing touches do make worth a higher rating. WiFi did not work properly kept on disconnecting very annoying.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked price and cleanliness of the refurbished accommodation. Steep stairway access not ideal if heavy suitcases.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Justine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found it to be value for money as we picked it up on special
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Jenne F

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Have stayed before
Convenient position for us because it is close to our family members.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023