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Shannon Motor Inn

Great Ocean Road - VIC · Australia

283 285 Shannon AveView location

9.0/10Excellent650 Reviews
Cleanliness9.2/109.2
Service9.2/109.2
Comfort9.2/109.2
Condition8.4/108.4
Location9.0/109.0
Neighborhood9.0/109.0
Value8.4/108.4
Amenities8.6/108.6
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About Shannon Motor Inn

Located in Geelong (Newtown), Shannon Motor Inn is within a 5-minute drive of The Heights Heritage House and Garden and Islamic Society of Geelong. This motel is 11. 2 mi (18. 1 km) from Adventure Park Geelong and 1. 3 mi (2. 1 km) from Balyang Sanctuary.

Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access and barbecue grills. Featured amenities include a business center and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite. Continental breakfasts are available daily from noon to noon for a fee.

Make yourself at home in one of the 18 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Conveniences include separate sitting areas and microwaves, and you can also request cribs/infant beds (surcharge).

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With a stay at Shannon Motor Inn in Geelong (Newtown), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal and The Heights Heritage House and Garden. This motel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Islamic Society of Geelong and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Barwon River Walk.

Make yourself at home in one of the 18 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Conveniences include separate sitting areas and microwaves, and you can also request cribs/infant beds (surcharge). Featured amenities include a business center and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Business facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 9:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Important information

  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. 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; cash is not accepted
    • Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
    • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per night

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

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

The Heights Heritage House and Garden 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Islamic Society of Geelong 1.6 km / 1 mi
Geelong Performing Arts Center 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Balyang Sanctuary 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
St John of God Geelong Hospital 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Geelong Art Gallery 2.3 km / 1.5 mi
Museum of Play and Art 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Barwon River Walk 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Geelong Waterfront 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Westfield Geelong 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
National Wool Museum 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Deakin University 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
GMHBA Stadium 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Old Geelong Gaol 2.9 km / 1.8 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Total number of rooms: 18
  • motel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Garden
  • Luggage room
  • Grill/BBQ
  • Business centre
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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  • FAMILY ROOM STANDARDFAMILY ROOM • STANDARDFAM.ST

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    TWIN
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    Room code: DBL.QN

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room code: ROO.ST

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  • QUADRUPLE STANDARDQUADRUPLE • STANDARDQUA.ST

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    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    QUADRUPLE
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    Room code: QUA.ST

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  • Room TWO BEDSRoom • TWO BEDSROO.2B

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    Room TWO BEDS

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    Room code: ROO.2B

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Shannon Motor Inn

9.0
Excellent
650 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.2 /10
Service
9.2 /10
Comfort
9.2 /10
Condition
8.4 /10
Location
9.0 /10
Neighborhood
9.0 /10
Value
8.4 /10
Amenities
8.6 /10
100 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
04 May 2025
Jane
Clean and close to places to eat
Website says bbq areaa but the bbq didn't work . Needs to be tossed out and website ammended
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
18 Apr 2025
Kylie
Staff were very pleasant and helpful. Easy parking and Woolworths literally across the road. Several takeaway options within walking distance. Room was spacious with extra pillows and blanket, big towels which were replaced daily and bed remade which we were not expecting. Only negative (if it can be called that) was provided amenities had cutlery but no forks!
Business_and_leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Apr 2025
Shelley
Great place. Reasonable price and very convienently located.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 Apr 2025
Natalie
Very clean but old furnishings and carpet.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
07 Apr 2025
Adrienne
Easy to find everything around the area for sightseeing.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
31 Mar 2025
Kaye
Nice room friendly staff
8/10
Excellent
31 Mar 2025
Tammy
The rooms are spacious but a bit dated. I'm not sure what they use for cleaning but there's a strong scent when you enter the room. I had two rooms, and one had an older style air conditioner that was extremely noisy. I'm not sure how those members of the family slept with it on. Otherwise, a great location and clean and comfortable. I love that you can park your car outside your room.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
30 Mar 2025
Richard
Great place to stay, the management was excellent and did everything to help make our stay pleasant, Will be back soon.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
13 Mar 2025
Helen

Great position

Good position for spirit yo tassie. Clean, nice reception.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Mar 2025
Ian
Recommend
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
09 Mar 2025
Christine von
Nice and quiet
Bed comfortable
Nice and clean
Definitely highly recommend and definitely will return when I need accommodation in Geelong
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Mar 2025
David
the staff were very friendly and accommodating.
although the rooms are showing their age the facilities were well kept and clean. convenient location with a pub next door and Woolworths across the road
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Mar 2025
Wayne
Yep it was ok
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Feb 2025
david
Clean
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
27 Feb 2025
Mal
Great place to stay with a supermarket just over the road and convenient
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 Feb 2025
Cathy
Was close proximity to Spirit of Tasmania cruise terminal. Good pub meal next door. Rooms a little dated but clean.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 Feb 2025
Bruce
Easy check in, close to hotel for dinner
Leisure
6/10
Pleasant
24 Feb 2025
Mick
It was quiet
10/10
Exceptional
22 Feb 2025
Mark
We were travelling on the Spirit of Tasmania and this property was an easy 12 minute drive away.
Leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
21 Feb 2025
Garry
We like :- the area of the motel is convenient for us as it is easy to get to and has everything we need in walking distance. (LOCATION)
What we don’t like was the smelly room , old furniture, outdated and old floor coverings , old bathroom and outdated shower but the worst thing was the filthy sheets on the bed with blood stains on them !!!’ Had to sleep on bath towel to cover dirty sheet .
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Feb 2025
Tina
The property is old, but has been well maintained. The rooms are spacious and the beds very comfortable.
10/10
Exceptional
17 Feb 2025
Malcolm
We stayed here to catch the boat to Tasmania. Good location
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
13 Feb 2025
Denise
The cups and sink were not very clean and my husband spent time improving both. The room was dark but clean enough. Best point was being relatively close to Tasmania ferry.
10/10
Exceptional
12 Feb 2025
Brian
Good location and convenient for access to the port.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Feb 2025
Helen

Good position nice motel

Nice hotel friendly receptionist. Parking a problem cramped & not at door. Rooms need lighting upgraded. Good position. Pub our back gate nice meals & 15 mins to Spirit of Tasmania & Geelong foreshore
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Feb 2025
Frank
Owner was very helpful on arrival, the room was very clean and in a great location, close to pubs, supermarkets and the waterside. Perfect for what we needed at a reasonable price. Highly recommend.
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
10 Feb 2025
Peter
Old style motel ground floor units. Tight car park. Welcome at reception was fine. Rooms have plenty of room and clean but the place is getting tired. Maintenance required. Location is good. Pub next door with good meals. Supermarket and food outlets close by.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
09 Feb 2025
Patrick
Location handy opposite supermarket, staff very helpful and friendly
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
05 Feb 2025
Tina
Over all it was good value for money. The staff were great and the room, although old, was very clean and comfortable.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
31 Jan 2025
Robert
Comfortable room, only 10 minutes drive to dock area to board Spirit of Tasmania.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
30 Jan 2025
Peter
Good place to stay after ferry from Devonport overpriced for what it was
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
28 Jan 2025
Alana
For the money, it was sufficient.
8/10
Excellent
28 Jan 2025
Raymond

Great value for money

Old style motel but was very comfortable. Friendly reception. Large room. Comfy bed. Good shower pressure. Only complaint was size of TV and inability to watch YouTube but overall very good value for money
Self
8/10
Excellent
25 Jan 2025
brett
Great staff , really soft beds
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 Jan 2025
Joerg
Catered for what we needed
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jan 2025
JONG
Older motel, but very well kept, great value, and good place for spirit of tas
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
17 Jan 2025
Aziz
Good location good staff
No power poin next to table
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jan 2025
Neil
A best motel for the price
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
13 Jan 2025
Thierry
Old room with plumbery issues
Fridge was small for a family but good to have a kitchenette
Small table for a family of 5
Old bathroom but good to have a separate toilet
Overall it was clean for how old it is
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
11 Jan 2025
Janice
It was convenient to our reason for visit, comfortable.
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
01 Jan 2025
Thi Kim Chi
Like it
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
31 Dec 2024
Kevin
Clean friendly shopping close by safe n secure
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
31 Dec 2024
Nga
The property is in a good location. And there’s a Woolworths across the street, close by to CBD aswell
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
24 Dec 2024
Mike
Quiet, clean, well equipped, friendly service.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 Dec 2024
Paul
Convenient, quiet, with friendly staff and a comfortable unit for the family.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Dec 2024
Raymond
Close to shops
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
13 Dec 2024
Emma
Nice clean room convenient to the Spirit of Tas Quay.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Dec 2024
Adam
Great
10/10
Exceptional
09 Dec 2024
Sharon
Nice greeting. Room clean and smelling fresh. Quiet stay thank you
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Dec 2024
Vivien
Older motel but comfortable beds and clean. Owner gave us a room towards the back and was lovely and quiet. Safeway across the road and pub a few meters away.
6/10
Pleasant
03 Dec 2024
Matthew

Cheap and convenient

Was cheap and convenient. Main issue was the parking, not enough. When arriving back at 11pm, I got the last space in the place and 2 other cars came after me to find no parking.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Dec 2024
Leonie
Hard to get into the driveway being close to a nain corner but clean quiet nice staff Would stay again
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Dec 2024
Leigh
Perfect for a night away withe kids
Leisure Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
28 Nov 2024
Wendy
It was a motel. Nothing fancy, but it was quite ok.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Nov 2024
tracy
Great value for money, it was clean and tidy and staff member was nice to deal with.
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
22 Nov 2024
Alistair
Convenient
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Nov 2024
Zita
It was a hot day when we got to our unit and it was fresh and cool inside ,it was a clean unit.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
19 Nov 2024
Verified traveler
The hotel is a lovely old building, full of character. The lady on reception was very friendly and we were pleased with our room. Facilities were very clean. Would recommend this hotel.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Nov 2024
BRIAN
would stay again
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Nov 2024
Eddie
Room quiet and very clean. Bed comfortable. Kitchen facilities very good. A table to eat at would be welcome.
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
14 Nov 2024
Diane
All good 😊
10/10
Exceptional
14 Nov 2024
Tony
All very good
Business
10/10
Exceptional
14 Nov 2024
Linda
Close proximity to variety of eating places.
Close proximity to Spirit of Tasmania - without breaking the bank
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Nov 2024
Holly
We really enjoyed staying at the Shannon Motor in. Was a convenient location to visit my niece. With the microwave and fridge Woolworth's is across the street made it easy for meals. We had a great reception at checkin.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Nov 2024
CY
Place is a little dated, but exceptionally clean! We had a very late check-in at 10pm but was grateful that owner could help us. Our one and only point of improvement was the aircon in the room - it was an old one so it was a tad noisy. Apart fr that - our 2nd room stay for a family of 5 was great.
Leisure
6/10
Pleasant
08 Nov 2024
David
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Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
04 Nov 2024
Joerg
Prefer not to provide statement within this box
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
27 Oct 2024
Christine
Old and outdated needs updating
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Oct 2024
Benedict
Comfortable for a family of 4; close to supermarket, coffee shop and restaurants; close to Geelong city centre. Had meal prep facilities (like kettle, toaster, microwave, stovetop with crockery and utensils).
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Oct 2024
Gretta
Pleasantly surprised
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
25 Oct 2024
jocelyn
Convenient location.
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
24 Oct 2024
Lynette
First thing to say is that the proprietors were excellent. Their service and friendliness made you feel at home with a speedy check-in and checkout. Rooms were spotless, a really comfortable bed and a choice of differant pillows to suit individuals. The room also had a couch for resting, which doesn't always occur in other locations. The bathroom could do with an update, however in saying this it was clean and functional. They are located midway between the CBD and Packington St. There is a bus stop outside if you need it. Next door is the Great Western Hotel with Woolworth on the opposite corner. A small group if takeaway shops as well as an Italian restaurant there. So if you are planning a trip to Geelong book a room stay a few nights. Its great value for money.
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
19 Oct 2024
Darrell
close to everything
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2024
Benedict
Clean, comfortable, near supermarket, coffee shop and other shops
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2024
Carolyn
Had everything we needed. Clean, comfortable room
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
10 Oct 2024
Cathy
The nicest receptionist I have ever come across. 8pm at night and the most helpful young man with a smile after a long drive, very welcoming
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Oct 2024
Terry
Fantastic as usual
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 Oct 2024
jennifer
Shannon Motel had everything we needed for a 2 night stay. Helpful Staff and comfortable night.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
03 Oct 2024
Chris
Reception was unattended for significant time. Another patron and myself had a lengthy wait to check in.
Business_and_leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
29 Sep 2024
Eileen
Great location and easy to find.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
29 Sep 2024
Gayle
Comfortable and quiet
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
26 Sep 2024
Jason
The privacy
10/10
Exceptional
25 Sep 2024
Graham
Convenient for me
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
21 Sep 2024
Lynn
Old fashioned motel, not upgraded at all. Clean amenities, my husband and I both found the bed uncomfortable, mattress very hard. It was close to the wedding venue we were attending so convenient.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Sep 2024
Steve
We enjoyed our stay.
The rooms were a comfortable size, clean and very well serviced.
The location was ideal for us, and it was quiet!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
15 Sep 2024
Isabelle
Was a good motel especially if you’re just staying for the weekend. Nice and close to the Geelong city
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
10 Sep 2024
Lyndsay
We have stayed there before and would recommend it to anyone
10/10
Exceptional
02 Sep 2024
Glen
All good
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Aug 2024
Terry
Great as usual
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 Aug 2024
Glenda
the Owner/Manager was very pleasant and helpful. Room was very clean, beds comfortable. Outside very tidy except for outside the back window, a bit overgrown.
8/10
Excellent
11 Aug 2024
Peter
Very central for our purpose. Very friendly staff
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
04 Aug 2024
Dale
We enjoyed a very clean comfortable room. Would stay again.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Aug 2024
David
nice motel very clean rooms
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jul 2024
Terry
Stayed here many times, great place
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2024
Geoff
Very enjoyable experience thank you
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
30 Jun 2024
Russell
Generally good but the heating was. Slow to work.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
16 Jun 2024
Janine
Reception not very welcoming just one word hello,here's your key and concentrating on our car.I didn't like that there was no breakfast option.
Also I was extremely surprised that there was no curfew around noise. Guests were permitted to make as much noise as they wanted at whatever time e.g. 12am with no consideration for other guests. Owner forgot to give key combination code for return deposit box to return keys so had to leave keys on bench and ring to advise.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
15 Jun 2024
Linda
The room was great, bed really comfortable. Only down fall was there were no toiletries at all not even soap to wash your hands with. Luckily supermarket is across the road so was able to pick some up easily.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2024
Janice
It was excellent
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 May 2024
Terry
Great as usual
Leisure Self

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Shannon Motor Inn
283 285 Shannon Ave, Newtown, Australia

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