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Sandbar Motel

Gippsland and Lakes Region - VIC · Australia

637 EsplanadeView location

9.0/10Excellent713 Reviews
Cleanliness9.0/109.0
Service9.2/109.2
Comfort8.8/108.8
Condition8.2/108.2
Location7.0/107.0
Neighborhood8.8/108.8
Value9.0/109.0
Amenities8.8/108.8
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About Sandbar Motel

Enjoy a relaxing stay at the Sandbar Motel in Lakes Entrance, just a short walk from the beach, Cunningham Foot Bridge, and the Lakes Entrance-Lake Tyers Coastal Reserve.

This motel offers an outdoor pool and a water park (surcharge), along with convenient amenities like cooked-to-order breakfasts (fee applies), free self-parking, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Each of the 10 air-conditioned rooms features a refrigerator, microwave, and a separate sitting area. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Housekeeping is available upon request. Nearby attractions include Main Beach, Eastern Beach, and the Lakes Entrance Bowls Club. Melbourne Airport (MEL) is approximately 211 miles away.

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When you stay at Sandbar Motel in Lakes Entrance, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Cunningham Foot Bridge and Lakes Entrance-Lake Tyers Coastal Reserve. This motel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake King and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Eastern Beach.

Make yourself at home in one of the 10 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided weekly.

The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Swimming Pool
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 6:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators LGBTQIA+ friendly Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • The seasonal pool will be open from October 01 to May 31.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
    • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Cunningham Foot Bridge 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Lakes Entrance-Lake Tyers Coastal Reserve 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Lake King 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Main Beach 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Eastern Beach 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Lakes Entrance Bowls Club 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
North Arm 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Griffith's Sea Shell Museum and Marine Display 2 km / 1.3 mi
Lakes View Golf Course 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Lakes Entrance Visitor Information Centre 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Lakes Entrance Golf Club 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Bullock Island 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Rigby Island Gippsland Lakes Reserve 3.6 km / 2.2 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 10
  • motel
  • Beach
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Grill/BBQ
  • Outdoor freshwater pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Picnic
  • Non-smoking establishment
Meal plans

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Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

Upon availability

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  • FAMILY ROOM THREE BEDSFAMILY ROOM • THREE BEDSFAM.3B

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    FAMILY ROOM THREE BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    FAMILY ROOM
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    THREE BEDS

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    Room code: FAM.3B

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  • Room DELUXE TWO BEDSRoom • DELUXE TWO BEDSROO.2B-DX

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    Room DELUXE TWO BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    DELUXE TWO BEDS

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    Room code: ROO.2B-DX

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG

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    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    KING SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBL.KG

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN BED NON SMOKINGDOUBLE • QUEEN BED NON SMOKINGDBL.NM-QN

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    DOUBLE QUEEN BED NON SMOKING

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    QUEEN BED NON SMOKING

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    Room code: DBL.NM-QN

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE KING BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE KING BEDDBL.DX-KG

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    DOUBLE DELUXE KING BED

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    DELUXE KING BED

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    Room code: DBL.DX-KG

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE QUEEN BEDDBL.DX-QN

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    DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Room code: DBL.DX-QN

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  • FAMILY ROOM STANDARDFAMILY ROOM • STANDARDFAM.ST

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    FAMILY ROOM STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: FAM.ST

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  • TWIN DELUXETWIN • DELUXETWN.DX

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    TWIN DELUXE

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    TWIN
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    DELUXE

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    Room code: TWN.DX

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  • SUITE TWO BEDSSUITE • TWO BEDSSUI.2B

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    SUITE TWO BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
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    TWO BEDS

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    Room code: SUI.2B

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  • SUITE ONE BEDROOMSUITE • ONE BEDROOMSUI.B1

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    SUITE ONE BEDROOM

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
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    ONE BEDROOM

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    Room code: SUI.B1

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Sandbar Motel

9.0
Excellent
713 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.0 /10
Service
9.2 /10
Comfort
8.8 /10
Condition
8.2 /10
Location
7.0 /10
Neighborhood
8.8 /10
Value
9.0 /10
Amenities
8.8 /10
100 reviews shown
6/10
Pleasant
31 Jul 2026
Michele
The room was clean and within walking distance to the shops and restaurants. Thoughtful appliances in the room (i.e. coffee machine). If anything, the decor in the room was a little outdated and the room felt dark. Aircon worked well.
8/10
Excellent
29 Jul 2026
Debra
There were cooking facilities which were good, but no oil or salt. A lot of the pans did not work on the induction. The location was convenient and the staff were helpful, providing a cot for us on request.
8/10
Excellent
24 Jul 2026
Deborah
What a unique place !!
This is a proper vintage 1960s motel
That being said it was one of the cleanest places we have stayed in on our 3 week road trip
It had everything we needed and a very comfortable bed. We chose the king size Bed the linens on it were fab.
The bathroom is dated like the building itself but once again spotlessly clean and perfectly functional
The owners who were very friendly brought us some fresh milk and home made cookies
Unfortunately we arrived late so did not see the outside facilities
Excellent value for money
Would definitely stay again
8/10
Excellent
24 Jul 2026
Tom
Only stayed 1 night en route to NSW, but staff were friendly and family room was clean and very convenient. Decor was charmingly a little old school, reminded me of motels from when I was a kid. Our room with adjoining bedroom slept 7 (we had 5).

Motel provided milk and cookies on arrival and there's a Woollies just up the road.
6/10
Pleasant
21 Jul 2026
Sandra
Good location. Noisy fridge and bathroom fan. Bouncy bed that was like sleeping on a trampoline. Had an issue with the TV / internet connection which wasn’t resolved despite raising with the owner at the office.

No noise from other units which was a positive and able to park in front of the unit which was also good.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 Jul 2026
David
Good
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
06 Jun 2026
Mary Ruth
The room was outdated. The floor had tiles which felt industrial. The furniture and facilities were just too outdated for me to feel relaxed here. The heater didn't work but they came and fixed it. I can't really sleep at motels due to the beds and pillows. I'm much happier on Marriott or Hilton beds but this was my only option on a stopover on my drive to the next big city.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jun 2026
Allan
Sandbar is an older style motel within walking distance to central Lakes Entrance including hotels and restaurants. What sets it apart is that it is very thoughtfully fitted out and hence has a very welcoming and homely atmosphere. It was very clean and very well maintained. It was very reasonably priced and represented excellent value for money, as witnessed by the fact that it was fully booked on a quiet week day. It was a very pleasant surprise and is highly recommended
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2026
Ghee Kuan Dianna
Location was perfect! And we liked the warm hospitality from the service staff
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 May 2026
raymond
Room Clean The Manager was very helpful We didn't have breakfast. Parking was good,right outside our room .I would recommend this Motel.
8/10
Excellent
25 May 2026
Fiona
A great-sized room with a lovely kitchenette. The aircon/heater was in a weird spot but we cranked it up high enough to eventually warm the room up.

It was nice to have a shower with a door (as opposed to showers that only have 1 screen and allow the water to splash all over the bathroom floor!) And the toiletries were lovely.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
21 May 2026
wainshita
Too far in main shopping restaurant and food area.. f no car too far.. with car ok
Business
10/10
Exceptional
17 May 2026
Peter
Wonderful place to stay. Great setup and are sorry to be on a limited timeline as it’d be a great multi day stopover. Make sure to visit Buchan Caves and of course spend time on the beach.
10/10
Exceptional
17 May 2026
Len
Nice big comfortable rooms that are clean. The bed was a bit soft for my liking but still managed a good sleep. Shower could be better especially if it was a newer hand held type.Plenty of towels and soap. Came with a Nespresso coffee maker.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2026
Yuan
Really exceeded our expectations. Reception staff were super friendly and welcoming, and the whole check-in process was smooth.

The room was extremely clean and smelled really fresh when we walked in. Bed was comfortable and everything felt well looked after.

Also surprisingly quiet at night with pretty good soundproofing, so we had a great sleep.

Overall a really comfortable stay and would definitely come back.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 May 2026
Michelle
Home made cookies on arrival delivered to room was a loved personal touch
Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 May 2026
Melanie
Great location, friendly staff, dated, but clea n room. Plenty of towels and even a nespreso coffee machiche with two coffee pods in the two room family room. Expedia says 1 bedroom sleeps 7 with 3 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Bed. It actually has 2 bedrooms one with 2 double beds and a double and a single in the main open plan room.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 May 2026
Gorkem
Room was in good condition, Parking was also available in front of your room
8/10
Excellent
06 May 2026
Lynore
When we arrived we were greeted by friendly and helpful management. The home made biscuits wete w lovely treat and touch forvour welcome. Whilst the floor coverings were tired they were clean. Unfortunately the fridge needed to be defrosted so we were unable to freeze our freezer blocks for our esky. The parking was right outside our room making it easy to unload and reload our luggage. We have no hesitation in recommending this motel to anyone needing a quiet and honely stay. Many thanks to the management.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 Apr 2026
marie
Clean room, walk way along foreshore,
Good restaurants nearby, staff very helpful home made cookies on arrival.
Self
8/10
Excellent
19 Apr 2026
Rod
Nice and clean, showing its age but good signs of improvements being undertaken. Helpful and courteous people.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Apr 2026
Zelma
A lovely welcome & lots of thoughtful touches in the rooms. Large comfortable bed. Weather wasn't great - so didn't use the outside amenities on offer.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
13 Apr 2026
Tammy
Sandbar was very comfortable and in a convenient position
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
31 Mar 2026
Herbert
Excellent
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2026
Yoko
The hotel is clean and comfortable
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
26 Mar 2026
Muhammad
The family room had a main room and another bedroom attached. Beds were enough for 7 to sleep. Modern large TVs in both rooms. Complete dinnerwares including knife & chopping board. Although no kitchenette, there was a microwave, sink and fridge. U could use the bbq provided outside to cook. There was even one of those Nespresso machine. The kids enjoyed the pool. All in all, a good short stay for us.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2026
janelle
Property could use a bit of updating but staff were lovely and the room was clean, tidy and well presented.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Mar 2026
Guy
The room was clean and the staff was very nice and welcoming.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
09 Mar 2026
ANNE
We had everything we needed
Partner
8/10
Excellent
04 Mar 2026
Kevin
Owner was a very nice man and very helpful. Cookies and milk on checkin. Had a good visit with others in the common area outside in the evening. Tile, carpet and bathroom in our room is due for a refresh but it was a comfortable nights stay and a great location. Thanks to the owner and staff :)
Partner
8/10
Excellent
03 Mar 2026
Darren
The room was nice and comfortable, pleasant, and the homemade cookie was a nice touch. However, I was staying due to business and despite asking for a tax invoice to be emailed (need to claim expenses) whilst I was there, a message sent through wotif, and an email direct through their website, I haven't received a week later. Heard nothing at all.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Feb 2026
Lynette
The king size bed was so comfy, the staff were excellent, very clean very happy with our stay
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Feb 2026
Ernoul
Very friendly welcome to the place ,
Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Feb 2026
Seyed Ehsan
everything was great
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2026
Ashleigh
The room was clean, spacious and quiet. Check-in was great and the host was absolutely lovely.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
01 Feb 2026
Kim
Room was clean. Loved the separate sitting room and kitchenette. Has a great location. Staff was friendly.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jan 2026
Jackie
Very cute, clean place to stay. Nice friendly, courteous owners. Great ammenities. Highly recommend staying here!!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Jan 2026
Rose
Overall good stay. Comfortable beds
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jan 2026
Richard
Very nice motel - spotlessly clean and close to the shore and all amenities in Lakes Entrance. Highly recommended
Self
8/10
Excellent
21 Jan 2026
Elizabeth
The room was clean, bed was comfortable and the kitchenette and had everything we needed to make breakfast, including two Nespresso pods for coffee. Lots of instant also available. Plush towels were lovely. The bathroom was very basic but clean. Internet was so slow as to be unusable during our stay. Don’t know if that was typical or not. Easy walking distance to restaurants and grocery store.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jan 2026
Michelle
We had a great stay! From the friendly welcome, well kept grounds and rooms and extra touches that all made our stay comfortable and enjoyable.
Will definitely be back.
Highly recommend!

Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jan 2026
Naveen
Room was good
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
18 Dec 2025
rowan
CARING
8/10
Excellent
08 Dec 2025
Jill
Very friendly check in. Nice home made cookies and fresh milk. Clean and well appointed room. Motel within east walking distance to town and beach. We loved the key ring with torch - so handy.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
07 Dec 2025
ian
Pool had clutter and pipes round it. Chairs tired. Jacuzzi on a lean to which was full of stuff, obviously not been used for done while. Room nice though, friendly owners
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Nov 2025
Jacob
Lovely staff, amazing place
8/10
Excellent
12 Nov 2025
Brenda
Nice staff, homely touches in the room & fantastic water pressure in the shower. Some aspects of the room in need of repair or upgrade, but perfectly adequate for our needs.
10/10
Exceptional
01 Nov 2025
Belinda
Lovely quiet location. Not the most comfortable bed but was okay for one night couldn’t have slept in for more than one night.
Staff were lovely and very helpful recommending places to visit
Loved the baked cookie and coffee machine was a lovely bonus.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Oct 2025
JOHN
Spacious room well appointed and very clean. Excellent service to guests from the owner who goes well beyond what you come to expect. Would recommend the Sandbar to anyone.
10/10
Exceptional
26 Oct 2025
Laurence
A warm welcome and with home made biscuits! Clean and comfortable room with parking outside your room. A pleasant stroll alongside the water to main shops and restaurants.
8/10
Excellent
25 Oct 2025
John
The bath towels were both moist
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
21 Oct 2025
Patricia
Clean spacious room with parking convenient at front of room . Very friendly and accommodating staff who went the extra mile with the homemade baked cookies . Would definitely stay again and recommend. The only thing was the tv had no signal but that’s not sandbars fault .
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
18 Oct 2025
Rangi
Parking okay. What national park?
Ants got into food on second day.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Oct 2025
Susan
Lovely little find. Super clean and well appointed. Retro charm. Highly recommend
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2025
Luke
Easy stroll to the main shopping area on the Esplanade, and 10-15 minutes walk to the footbridge and beach. Staff were helpful and the room was clean and well-presented. Parked right in front of the door to the room. Would stay here again.
Leisure Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
23 Sep 2025
Barb
Very disappointed with the motel. Stayed here two years ago. Lovely couple made us so welcome BUT it has now changed hands.
The room was ok ish. Bed clean. Needed a good vacuum. Decor old and out of date.
No milk supplied or tea towel and wettex.
Outside of the property was run down and
messy. Gutters full of grass and lawn over grown.
If we hadn’t paid we would not have stopped. We were the only guests.
Don’t bother booking here.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Sep 2025
liliana
Convenient location
10/10
Exceptional
11 Sep 2025
Brett
Great staff and very good room,close to the ocean and the shops
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Aug 2025
CHERYL
Older style property - clean well equipped rooms - friendly helpful reception-
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Aug 2025
Jacqueline
Excellent.
Very thoughtful, many extras such as home made cookies, very well equipped.
Very welcoming and friendly.
Clean, spacious and comfortable.
Would definitely stay again.
10/10
Exceptional
10 Aug 2025
Geoff
Home made cookies very nice
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
07 Aug 2025
Verified traveler
Sorry but this accommodation was a let down, they have put a lot of effort into trying to make it homely but it just dropped the ball in a few places.
The toilet was not clean and it was the worst bed ive slept on in years
Business
6/10
Pleasant
05 Aug 2025
Kerri
They r trying hard with fresh cookies & milk, but furnishings r dated & old fashion.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Aug 2025
Jamie lee
Clean and welcoming room.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jul 2025
John
Very good facilities and linen and towels excellent
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jul 2025
Craig

Ideal room & nice touches

Perfect stay, rooms clean, tidy & bed comfy with great linen & duvet. The little touches of homemade cookies, welcome note and the weather for the next day with chocolates was a great touch. I have stayed in a number of places in Lakes, and this one is so far my favorite so will definitely be returning.
Business
8/10
Excellent
21 Jul 2025
Jocelyn
Owners are so lovely and welcoming, fresh baked cookie's on arrival with fresh milk delivered to our door and helped with any questions we had.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jul 2025
Veronica
Great location, partly renovated and very clean.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jul 2025
Brett
👍
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
28 Jun 2025
Bronwyn
Lots of thoughtful elements by the managers made this stay quite unique. The property is aged but so well maintained. Would definitely visit again if in the area.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
02 Jun 2025
Kate
Was an older apartment - the owners had added nice touches to room, like mini bar honesty boxes and little additions. The air conditioner in room struggled to warm room.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2025
Verified traveler

Highly recommended

Easy to find in a good location with so many thoughtful finishing touches, including welcomes cookies and weather info for the following day.
Unfortunately the weather wasn't kind to us but we still managed to walk to the beach and we will return if we come back to Australia
Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 May 2025
George
Nice and quiet ..shower was amazing,
10/10
Exceptional
07 May 2025
Louise
Such a happy, welcoming motel! From the beaming friendly staff on reception to the home made cookies in our room and the chocolates on the bed! Lots of little homely touches around the room, I especially loved the native animal pictures. We also enjoyed sitting up in the comfy bed watching complimentary Netflix on the massive tv!
Thanks for having us!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2025
Narelle
We stayed 2 nights. It was very clean tidy and quiet. Bed very comfortable and great hot water. Little extra touches of home made cookies and a chocolate each were much appreciated. Would recommend a stay .
6/10
Pleasant
25 Apr 2025
Edwin
Nice and clean, comfortable bed.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Apr 2025
Karl
Very spacious and comfortable, thoughtful service, easy to find
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
27 Mar 2025
paul
A nice Quiet location every we needed was in walking distance.
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2025
Brendon
Great service from the team and welcome package was greatly appreciated. Room was very clean, spacious and liked the thoughtful extras.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Mar 2025
Verified traveler
Nice place to rest for the night! Staff were helpful and even left a couple of cookies in the room upon arrival with a lovely little welcome note. The room was clean and free parking onsite right outside it was great. The bed wasn't particularly comfortable as you could feel all the springs and any slight movement, but manageable for one night. Good location walkable to town / beach, but far enough that the surrounding area was quiet.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Mar 2025
South Gippsland Bread

Very nice 2 night stay

Was very refreshing to stay in a “family” run motel - they certainly gave you the personal treatment & little extras - will hope to stay there again soon 👍 definitely give them the thumbs up 👍
Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Mar 2025
Carolyn
Pleasant stay
6/10
Pleasant
23 Feb 2025
J C

Absolutely fine.

It was fine. Nice receptionist. Hotel room clean.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Feb 2025
margaret
Had a lovely overnight stay in Sandbar hotel on route to Sydney. Friendly staff at check in and little extras like cookies, personal hand written note and little gifts to take with you were an added touch. Facilities in room were perfect and bed very comfortable for an overnight stay. Room well equipped if you want to make breakfast or light meals.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 Feb 2025
Michelle
For a last minute booking, we were pleasantly surprised. It was affordable, clean, with a comfortable bed, pillows and linen. The added touches of homemade cookies with a handwritten note, face cloths for makeup removal and a hair wrap,were so appreciated as was the surprisingly affordable mini bar.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Feb 2025
Gemma
You can tell it’s an older motel but it was a wonderful place to stay. It’s easy to see the care and thoughtfulness in the design of the room and the little extras like homemade cookies on arrival ☺️
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jan 2025
Carolyn

Pleasant stay

Room was very clean and bed very comfortable. Greeted with home made cookies and nice note. Very pleasant if anything was requested. Within walking distance to the beach and town. Really enjoyed our stay. A little dated but that’s fine. It was clean and comfortable. That’s what matters. Very nice people.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jan 2025
melanie
The motel welcome us with a surprised home made cookies. So gratedful for the little gift.Great way to win more customers!
Tableware are well chosen just as the expresso coffee machine, feeling home away from home...
There are plenty of dining options close by .
We also enjoyed the walk along the lake , right in front of the motel. The only downside is the bed size is a bit small for us.
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jan 2025
Mark

Perfect Stay

They say the little touches make all the difference. That was true for this one night stay. Home made cookies awaiting you in the room on arrival, chilled water in the fridge and various other souvenirs for you to take with you. Nice! Great location clean room with great falicities.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jan 2025
Danni
Great location. Great room. The little things made it. The choc chip biscuits, the coffee machine. Awesome 👌
8/10
Excellent
01 Jan 2025
Daniel
Very nice owners.
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
01 Jan 2025
Jill
The price be cause it was new years eve it was ridiculous
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Dec 2024
susan
Great stay and so hospitable .
Room has everything one needs and love the little touches .
Will def be back .
Business
8/10
Excellent
25 Dec 2024
Jiuyi
It is not bad!
10/10
Exceptional
26 Nov 2024
Leigh

Great stay

Although , the hotel was built in the 90’s the new owners have really made an effort to modernise the rooms . Very clean and bright good quality linen, full crockery and cutlery sets . Nespresso coffee machine, microwave, great kettle . Well worth the stay. Good location, you can walk to beach shops pub etc.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Nov 2024
Lynette
A great stay….everything was perfect
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Nov 2024
Verified traveler

Drive to Sydney

Comfortable stay on long drive to Sydney. Room had everything we needed
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Nov 2024
Bob
Great stay
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Nov 2024
Karen
This motel is an older motel but the owners have made it cozy and clean. A little note is left welcoming you to your room with some homemade cookies. The room also includes dishware and silverware, coffee and tea as well as an nespresso machine and a kettle. Perfect room for the night.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Nov 2024
Bronwyn
The rooms were well presented and very clean

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Sandbar Motel
637 Esplanade, Lakes Entrance, Australia

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