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Whalers Rest Motor Inn
Great Ocean Road - VIC · Australia
714 Henty HighwayView location
8.6/10Excellent397 Reviews
Cleanliness8.8/10 8.8
Service8.6/10 8.6
Comfort8.4/10 8.4
Condition8.2/10 8.2
Location7.4/10 7.4
Neighborhood8.0/10 8.0
Value8.4/10 8.4
Amenities7.8/10 7.8
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About Whalers Rest Motor Inn
Enjoy ocean views from the terrace and garden at Whalers Rest Motor Inn, located in Portland North. Amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, concierge services, a snack bar, room service, and barbecue grills. The 13 air-conditioned rooms feature Smart TVs, refrigerators, minibars, and private bathrooms.
Nearby attractions include the Whale Viewing Platform (3. 1 km) and Nuns Beach (3. 5 km).
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Located in Portland North, Whalers Rest Motor Inn is by the sea, within a 5-minute drive of Bolwarra H45 Bushland Reserve and Bolwarra H44 Bushland Reserve. This motel is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Whalers Point and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Whale Viewing Platform.
Make yourself at home in one of the 13 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and Smart televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and minibars.
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
2:00 PM
Check-in until
9:30 PM
Check-out until
10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age
18
Hotel policies
No elevators
Professional property host/manager
Masks are compulsory at the property for guests without full COVID-19 vaccination
Guests must provide health documentation
Guests must provide a negative COVID-19 test result
Guests must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result must be of specific type(s): PCR
Negative COVID-19 test result must have been issued within a specific period before check-in: 48 hours
Minimum age for negative COVID-19 test result requirement: 12
Minimum age for proof of COVID-19 vaccination requirement: 12
COVID-19 vaccine must have been received a minimum number of days before check-in: 1
Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
Pets not allowed
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
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You need to know
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
- The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up, 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 up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in.
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Special Instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM. 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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up, 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 up; 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.
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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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
- Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
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Minimal age
18
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Optional fees
- 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
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Spoken Language
English
Nearby attractions
Whalers Point
2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Whale Viewing Platform
3 km / 1.9 mi
Nuns Beach
3.6 km / 2.3 mi
Bolwarra H43 Bushland Reserve
4.1 km / 2.6 mi
Portland Maritime Discovery Centre
4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Bolwarra H44 Bushland Reserve
2.2 km / 1.3 mi
Bolwarra H45 Bushland Reserve
2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Powerhouse Motor & Car Museum
4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Fawthrop Lagoon
4.9 km / 3.1 mi
Portland Arts Centre
5 km / 3.1 mi
Portland Cable Tram Depot Museum
5.2 km / 3.3 mi
Great South West Walk
5.3 km / 3.3 mi
Portland Botanical Gardens
5.3 km / 3.3 mi
Cobboboonee Forest Park
6.3 km / 3.9 mi
Trewalla H49 Bushland Reserve
7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
- Total number of rooms: 13
- hotel
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Car park
- Check-in hour
- Check-out hour
- Wi-fi
- Room service
- Laundry service
- Bellboy serviceExtra charge
- Hotel safe
- Lift accessExtra charge
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- Garden
- Terrace
- Concierge
- Luggage room
- Clothes dryer
- BBQ facilities
- Grill/BBQ
- BarExtra charge
- Restaurant
- Smoking areaExtra charge
- Children playground
- Spa centreExtra charge
- Picnic
- Snacks
- Non-smoking establishment
- Minimum check-in age: 18
Meal plans
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DOUBLE EXECUTIVE QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • EXECUTIVE QUEEN BEDDBL.EJ-QN
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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- EXECUTIVE QUEEN BED
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DOUBLE EXECUTIVE QUEEN BED
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- EXECUTIVE QUEEN BED
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DOUBLE DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDSDOUBLE • DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDSDBL.2Q-DX
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TRIPLE DELUXETRIPLE • DELUXETPL.DX
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- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
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TRIPLE DELUXE
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TRIPLE DELUXE TWO BEDSTRIPLE • DELUXE TWO BEDSTPL.2B-DX
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Double or Twin DELUXEDouble or Twin • DELUXEDBT.DX
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- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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Double or Twin DELUXE
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FAMILY ROOM STANDARDFAMILY ROOM • STANDARDFAM.ST
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- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE QUEEN BEDDBL.DX-QN
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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- DOUBLE
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- DELUXE QUEEN BED
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DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BED
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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- DOUBLE
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- DELUXE QUEEN BED
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Room code: DBL.DX-QN
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SUITE TWO BEDROOMSSUITE • TWO BEDROOMSSUI.B2
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- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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- SUITE
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- TWO BEDROOMS
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SUITE TWO BEDROOMS
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- SUITE
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- TWO BEDROOMS
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Room code: SUI.B2
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Guest reviews
What other guests saying about Whalers Rest Motor Inn
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Robert
Tv didn’t work until they released it dog barking all night no main rubbish bin to put rubbish in bbq area looked like a homeless person was living there
Andrea
The bed was very comfy. Clean . Staff were lovely and friendly. Easy parking and not far from town.
Dale
It's a little way out of town and the facilities were a little run down. Staff is friendly and my night was ok.
David
It suited our purpose. Bathroom was a bit small.
Eric
Nice welcome, room 1 satisfactory, bathroom towels off white and seemed like they needed a good soak in nappysan. Shower water pressure extremely low, only turned on hot water tap to get warm water. Window rattled all night even though they were closed. Room needs some attention.
jasen
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
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.
Ellen
Had to give cradit card number over phone as no staff at reception, at another site.
Mandie
The gentleman in the office was lovely. Made me feel very welcomed. I would stay here again. Thanks.
Chris
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
Mike
Air conditioner extremely noisy but otherwise not bad
Graham
Very noisy air conditioners
The air conditioners are poorly located and very noisy. The air conditioner for the next door room kept me awake for most of the night.
Dianne
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Jane
No one at reception to great us on arrival at 2pm. Had to phone to get instructions for Room number & admission to it. Toilet bowl dirty with seat half off plus shower screen hanging off rail which had to be rehung prior to use.location only redeeming feature.
Shirley
Spacious older style motel, very clean, well equipped good parking.
Tammie
Would have been nice to have AC on after arriving after a very hot day. Only 2 towels for 3 people and no faces after a hot sweaty day and having booked for 3 people wasn’t ideal.
Shower is very old and grubby.
Shower is very old and grubby.
Lucas
good
Norma
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.
Suited our needs for a sleepover place. Very clean and lovely fresh smell on entry. Lovely big towels too.
Kyla
Out of town but just off main road so easy access to the main town.
Yvonne
Worth a trip to Portland
Terrific location - good quality fittings and comfortable beds. We were very comfortable and the reception staff was very friendly.
David
Very convenient
Ratu
Friendly stuff and the bed was super comfortable slept like a baby
Andrew
Comfy bed big TV microwave kettle toaster good for a budget motel
Donna
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 .
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 .
Vicki
Felt really comfortable and relaxed, will definitely stay here again😊
Andrea
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.
The staff were very friendly and helpful, made us feel very welcome and our check in easy as we arrived late.
Christopher
Hospitality friendly management
Scott
Property was very clean, central and great value.
Adrian
Ease of check in
Graeme
Really clean and quiet
Howard
Bathroom is outdated and gloomy
Melissa
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.
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.
Verified traveler
Stay if you like worms...
They had worms and other wriggly stuff living in the couch. Need I say more...
Mathew De
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.
Katja
Quiet and comfy.
Ian
Large carpark
Frank
Just needed a bed and it was clean & comfortable
Stephen
Excellent, Very impressed, Friendly staff, Great location, Dont hesitate to stay, Book now.
Grace
Clean and in great condition, lovely spot to stop. Many thanks to Tracy - friendly and helpful - made the vist a standout, thanks Tracy!
Maureen
Kind helpful staff. Cabin was spotless. Only complaint the aircon remote was very high for us elderly people
Gavin
nice and quiet, nice place, good for fisherman with boats
Paula
No clean
Verified traveler
Great place
Mark
On the edge of town, and for me, convenient to head straight out of town the next morning to Port Macdonnel.
Carola
Spacious room. Room was very outdated. Very old and worn out carpet and furniture. Could do with some updated furniture and renovation. The bathroom was renovated.
Steven
Spacious rooms and quiet. Is 4 km from Portland CBD. Inexpensive.
Marie
Spacious clean room. The staff were great with a smooth checkin.
Pieter
This is a very good motel. The rooms are nice and clean and spacious .
The owners too, are very friendly people and I thought the rates were excellent.No complaints at all. I have stayed there before and will happily stay there again.
The owners too, are very friendly people and I thought the rates were excellent.No complaints at all. I have stayed there before and will happily stay there again.
Gary
Spotlessly clean and lovely comfortable room.
Gina
Very dated room with very old air conditioner that rattled constantly. We had to go to the office to get enough towels, plates and glasses for the number of people we booked for. Notes everywhere telling you what not to do...
Helen
Quiet and comfortable
Love my colourful shower!
Comfortable room, the motel seems to be in the process of being done up. We were pleased with our stay at Portland.
Comfortable room, the motel seems to be in the process of being done up. We were pleased with our stay at Portland.
Deborah
The property had everything we needed for 1 night. It was comfortable. The only complaint I have would be the noisy air conditioning. Overall a good experience.
Jessica
Love staying here always a good experience.
Staff are very friendly and accommodating.
Always my first choice on our regular trips to Portland
with or without the kids :)
Staff are very friendly and accommodating.
Always my first choice on our regular trips to Portland
with or without the kids :)
Peter
room was average , bbq was rusty and dirty . the only good part was the bed , very commfey
Marilyn
Easy access, clean and comfortable, no hassles!
steven
friendly staff
Gary
neat and clean room very friendly staff will stay there again
Iranee
Very helpful staff
Nicole
Great quiet location
Gary
Very quiet and cosy,very nice and would recommend.
Verified traveler
A nice clean motel friendly service. Would stay again
Verified traveler
Place was clean and tidy and staff were fantastic.
Only complaint was i could hear everything the other guests were doing the sound seems to come through the air con and found that frustrating late at night and very early in the morning.
Only complaint was i could hear everything the other guests were doing the sound seems to come through the air con and found that frustrating late at night and very early in the morning.
Verified traveler
Very restful place, quite & spa was so invigorating. Has Netflix so that is also a good thing with variety.
Verified traveler
Looked at first outside view a bit unkepmpt.staff very friendly and then the rooms were well catered for and clean as.comfortable beds and all you needed for a great night stoppover.price was great.$120 for two adults.ya cant complain at that.very nice accommodation and i would recomend to anyone for a stoppover.Had breakfast there and delicious and served hot too.thumbs up to this little gem motel.cheers greg and jacqui.
Joanne
Great stay!
Really lovely stay. Comfortable and very clean affordable accommodation. We will definitely be back to stay.
Verified traveler
Good value and parking for boat trailer and large four wheel drive.
Rooms were very tidy and comfortable
Rooms were very tidy and comfortable
Verified traveler
I booked through wotif and unfortunately the state of Victoria went into lockdown so i was unable to go. I called wotif and spoke to laksham and requested a refund and explained the situation. He stated he would escalate the matter and i should get a result in 24 to 48 hours. I called the Whalers Rest Inn Motel and they told me that wotif dont pay them until 3 days after my payment. It has been close to a week and i have had no response and no refund either. Wotif has been very unhelpful and i STRONGLY SUGGEST EVERYONE NOT TO BOOK ANYTHING WITH WOTIF. THEY BASICALLY JUST STOLE MY MONEY!! Once again Do not book through wotif!!! Better to just burn the money rather than book with wotif. Never again. Worst experience ever!
Verified traveler
Dnt stay there hopeless service and horrible place.
Verified traveler
Photos much better than room
The photos looked great and very reasonably priced, so we booked here. What we found, however, was a poorly cleaned basic room.
Joanne
All was ok until 2nd day when I left sign on door to do housekeeping and when I come back only thing was done was kettle put away and bed pulled up. No new towels but 1 was taken away , bathroom wasn’t cleaned . So I only had 1 towel for day 2 shower and one tiny , tiny little milk in fridge that wouldn’t even colour the tea or coffee.
Verified traveler
Very friendly staff and great location not too far the city centre
Alan
The motel was conveniently located for us slightly on the Melbourne side of the town to enable easy to where we needed to travel. The Motel is in need of a good overhaul to bring it up to a good standard
Darren
Great location on the main road. Large parking area. Rooms were clean & comfortable. Staff were very good.
Would be nice if had a swimming pool.
Would be nice if had a swimming pool.
Aaron D
The Whaler's Rest is exactly what you want in a motel. Well priced, clean, spacious, and the owners are very friendly.
The rooms are not fancy with designer fittings but that's not an issue because have everything you need: kettle, microwave, TV, tea & coffee, AC/Heating and, of course, beds. There is also free guest wifi and a breakfast service available. The bathrooms include a hair dryer and a daily towel replacement service (or you can opt to reuse your towels if you wish).
The Whaler's Rest is about a 5min drive from the centre of town which makes it a quieter location. There is a well stocked service station 2min down the road for basic items. There is also a pleasant walk towards the ocean and down to Dutton Way if walking is your thing.
I would very much recommend the Whaler's Rest and won't hesitate to stay there again when I'm next in Portland.
The rooms are not fancy with designer fittings but that's not an issue because have everything you need: kettle, microwave, TV, tea & coffee, AC/Heating and, of course, beds. There is also free guest wifi and a breakfast service available. The bathrooms include a hair dryer and a daily towel replacement service (or you can opt to reuse your towels if you wish).
The Whaler's Rest is about a 5min drive from the centre of town which makes it a quieter location. There is a well stocked service station 2min down the road for basic items. There is also a pleasant walk towards the ocean and down to Dutton Way if walking is your thing.
I would very much recommend the Whaler's Rest and won't hesitate to stay there again when I'm next in Portland.
Lump
Nice, clean place. Very friendly staff. Nice quiet location, handy parking.
Rodger
It had all the usual amenities you would expect such as a microwave, toaster, small fridge and kettle. I liked the shower head that changed colours, that was different.
Jayne
Very nice motel on the left going into portland.
Very clean rooms.
Tv.mircowave.kettle.toaster.air cond..electricity blanket.
Very comfortable to sleep and pillows very comfortable.
Also had a bbq area.
Very clean rooms.
Tv.mircowave.kettle.toaster.air cond..electricity blanket.
Very comfortable to sleep and pillows very comfortable.
Also had a bbq area.
Geoff
A little bit out of town but easily accessible and good value
Verified traveler
Reception was closed even though it was still the hotels opening hours. Had to call a number to find out about our room. No contact with staff our whole stay.
Verified traveler
No tv service at the time of stay. Bit dirty under bed used milk carton spilled inside of fridge in which we cleaned up. Spiders ln toilet and above bed
Verified traveler
Clean and friendly staff, check-in and check-out was quick and easy
Gérard
I did like the location out of town
And our bathroom was 5 star
And our bathroom was 5 star
Ben
Wouldn’t stay again
Beds were hard, room smelt old and need a good clean.
Mah
very quite and not far from main city area, easy access and it is located on the main road.
Verified traveler
It was a nice room. Great value for 95.00. Shower was amazing.
Lisa
The customer service was very very good. The hosts were very respectful and provided a high level of personliadd service. The gentleman owner waited until I came back at 9pm to find out how I wanted my eggs cooked. The breakfast was made with attention to detail. I would stay there again in a heartbeat.
Verified traveler
The room was a generous size, property was very neat and clean inside and out, no traffic noise will definitely stay again.
Verified traveler
Completely what we needed for the start of our trip. Left the key in the room as we got there about 10pm
Verified traveler
Property was not advertised as pictured, needs updating, did not feel safe with door, looked to be an interior door not a solid exterior door. too small a refrigerator.
Verified traveler
Good location ,clean good value easy check in,light breakfast included toast cereal included
Diane
Great 3 star hotel.
Great 3 star hotel. Very happy to support local establishments rather than big chains. Young guy was awesome, very friendly and attentive. Breakfast was lovely. Would stay again.
Verified traveler
Great and friedly staff. Room with spa was really nice.
Murphy
great to find a room with two large beds, older style, but bathroom was updated and carpet was new. Only seating in room were kitchen style chairs which were low and uncomfortable.
andrea
Would stay there again
The room was a good size with 2 queen beds. Free wifi. Good heating, abit noisy but ok. Turned off once going to sleep and was very warm. Bed was very comfy and had a good sleep. Quiet room. The shower is instant hot. Owner is friendly and helpful. We had continental breakfast included which we picked time for it. Overall stay was great and would stay there again
Verified traveler
It was ok, but I wouldn't stay there again...................................................................................
Verified traveler
Was spotlessly clean. Very comfortable. Manager was very obliging .
KATE
Well situated on edge of Portland, quiet area, lovely unit, clean facilities and good service
Verified traveler
The management of Whalers where extremely inviting which made us feel that we made the right decision in staying there. The rooms are good with comfortable beds. Great for the two night stay.
Verified traveler
It was quiet. It was just outside town. The staff are super! The room was spacious.
Hazel
Comfortable - quiet location - friendly, helpful staff
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Whalers Rest Motor Inn
714 Henty Highway, Portland, Australia
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