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Town Centre Motor Inn
Byron Bay & North Coast - NSW · Australia
8 Merimbula Drive, 8View location
8.0/10Excellent301 Reviews
Cleanliness8.2/10 8.2
Service8.4/10 8.4
Comfort7.6/10 7.6
Condition7.0/10 7.0
Location10.0/10 10.0
Neighborhood9.0/10 9.0
Value8.0/10 8.0
Amenities7.6/10 7.6
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About Town Centre Motor Inn
Just 5 minutes’ walk from Merimbula Lake, Town Center Inn offers accommodations with a balcony and lake views. It has a guest laundry and barbecue facilities. Town Center Motor Inn is located in the heart of Merimbula, 5 minutes’ drive from Merimbula Airport and the Pambula Merimbula Golf Club.
Main Beach is a 15-minute walk away. All rooms feature exposed brick feature walls, and include a microwave, refrigerator and tea and coffee maker. Each room has a ceiling fan and a work desk.
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With a stay at Town Centre Motor Inn in Merimbula, you'll be near the beach, just a 5-minute walk from Merimbula Imlay Historical Society and 6 minutes by foot from Merimbula Marina.
This motel is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Merimbula Boardwalk and 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Main Beach Recreation Reserve. Make yourself at home in one of the 20 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.
Conveniences include desks and microwaves, and housekeeping is provided daily. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
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Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
2:00 PM
Check-in until
8:30 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
Professional property host/manager
Pets not allowed
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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 8:30 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.
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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
- 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
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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Minimal age
18
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Optional fees
- Fee for wireless internet in public areas: AUD 6 per hour (rates may vary)
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
Merimbula Imlay Historical Society
0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Merimbula Marina
0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Merimbula Boardwalk
0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Spencer Park Beach
1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Main Beach Recreation Reserve
1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Magic Mountain Recreational Park
1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Bar Beach
2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Short Point Recreation Reserve
2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Merimbula Aquarium
2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Short Point Beach
2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Tura Beach
2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Middle Beach
3 km / 1.8 mi
Bournda Nature Reserve
3.2 km / 2 mi
Pambula Merimbula Golf Club
4.8 km / 3 mi
Tura Beach Country Club
4.9 km / 3 mi
Hotel facilities & services
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FAMILY ROOM STANDARDFAMILY ROOM • STANDARDFAM.ST
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DOUBLE ECONOMYDOUBLE • ECONOMYDBL.EY
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DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN
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What other guests saying about Town Centre Motor Inn
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Alan
It all worked
margaret
The rooms were clean the continental breakfast was good enough tea coffee sugar milk and if you wanted any more just ask. The Motel is old but very comfortable . I would recommend to all my friends.
Laurence
Located in prime area, this old motel is in desperate need of an update. I was not expecting five star accommodation, as this was a discount price for Merimbula, but there are a lot of basic improvements that can be made.
Michael
Excellent position in town. Good motel with parking.
Judith
Clean and comfortable
Kevin
It s cheap and very central but ,
Very rundown,every tap leaks,ants everywhere, all the beds are worn out and it is desperately in need of a makeover.
The front of house staff do their best but you would only stay there once.
Very rundown,every tap leaks,ants everywhere, all the beds are worn out and it is desperately in need of a makeover.
The front of house staff do their best but you would only stay there once.
Sybil
Very good in town location. Quite old motel.
Andrew
Great for a one night stay.
Wifi was a bit weak though.
Wifi was a bit weak though.
David
Room was clean, comfortable bed plenty of on-site parking
James
BED BUGS!!!
During our stay in room 13 from 13/03/2026 to 14/03/2026 we discovered what appeared to be bed bugs in the bed early the following morning. My partner woke up with multiple bites &, upon inspecting the bedding & mattress, we noticed many more of the small insects. This was extremely distressing and made it impossible for us to sleep or feel comfortable in the room.
This not only ruined our stay here, but also the rest of our trip, and has caused significant inconvenience and concern about bringing the infestation home with us.
The marathon task of cleaning a disinfecting our belongings came into contact with that cesspool of a room has not been quick or cheap one.
What's makes the issue even worse, is reading a similar complaint made only a couple of weeks earlier (we made the booking over a month ago), i.e management knew about this problem and did nothing!
This matter must be resolved immediately for any guests unfortunate to have an upcoming stay.
But honestly, avoid at all costs and just book somewhere else.
My partner has over 100 bites all over her, that are turning into welts, requiring immediate medical attention and is now on antibiotics.
We have raised this issue with the hotel directly and requested a refund days ago and are yet to even hear a response, nothing short of disgraceful.
The staff here should be tasked with nothing greater that putting the stickers on apples & the place burnt to the ground.
Avoid at all costs.
During our stay in room 13 from 13/03/2026 to 14/03/2026 we discovered what appeared to be bed bugs in the bed early the following morning. My partner woke up with multiple bites &, upon inspecting the bedding & mattress, we noticed many more of the small insects. This was extremely distressing and made it impossible for us to sleep or feel comfortable in the room.
This not only ruined our stay here, but also the rest of our trip, and has caused significant inconvenience and concern about bringing the infestation home with us.
The marathon task of cleaning a disinfecting our belongings came into contact with that cesspool of a room has not been quick or cheap one.
What's makes the issue even worse, is reading a similar complaint made only a couple of weeks earlier (we made the booking over a month ago), i.e management knew about this problem and did nothing!
This matter must be resolved immediately for any guests unfortunate to have an upcoming stay.
But honestly, avoid at all costs and just book somewhere else.
My partner has over 100 bites all over her, that are turning into welts, requiring immediate medical attention and is now on antibiotics.
We have raised this issue with the hotel directly and requested a refund days ago and are yet to even hear a response, nothing short of disgraceful.
The staff here should be tasked with nothing greater that putting the stickers on apples & the place burnt to the ground.
Avoid at all costs.
Gerald
Good parking
colin
Friendly staff
Karen
Check in was not great( not getting the text message). Then I had to help another young couple who hadn’t received their text message. The phone number to ring for help was located on the reception desk which was very difficult see from the window, as the office was locked. Perhaps this could be improved. Overall the room was clean and all we needed. The only staff member we saw was a cleaner who was very pleasant and gave us some vital local information.
Craig
Staff, amenities, close to shops, clean room
Andrew
Best price, best location
mark
Good Location and cheap but very old rooms, shower was going hot then cold and back all shower.
Karyl
Room badly neglected, surly staff, still waiting for receipt. Would not recommend.
Vickie
Convenient and well priced
Diane R
Room had everything we needed.
Andrew
Great location and very well priced. I found the bed very comfortable. I will definitely being staying here again.
Gwendoline
Had a Fabulous stay as a Family of 4 at this motel!! It was clean and the staff were Wonderful making sure we had everything needed
Maggie
The bathroom floor has hair and dandruff and other bits and bolts. The toilet flush wasn’t working and the wifi was slow and very laggy. Overall it’s not worth the money at all!
Connor
Expensive for what we had. Wall paper peeling off
Sheldon
Clean room.
Florentino
Staff ok
Jasna
Great location, very reasonable rates 😊
Jessie
The room was advertised as having free breakfast. When I enquired on arrival, I was told there was no breakfast. I’m not sure why breakfast was advertised on Expedia?
michael
room was clean and quiet, easy walk to everything in town.
George
I love really daggy accomodation like this. Excellent location and close to Dulcies where we had dinner. The fridge was not working so we were handed $15.
Irene
We stayed for 2 nights at the motor inn in Merimbula as it was centrally located. We weren’t expecting much and in hindsight should have stayed somewhere else. The place needs to be totally renovated as it is extremely dated and anything that has been updated is only because they have to. If you like peeling wallpaper, carpet as a wall dado, cracks on the wall then this is the place for you. Whist it was clean in the room the bathroom was in need of a proper clean. The electrics in the room are a bit interesting and the only good point was the large tv!
Rob
Just what we wanted for an overnight stay. Room was comfortable.
Roger
Both adequate
Sgt Maxwell
Lovely, friendly manager, very convenient location, easy walk to shops, quiet, continental breakfast included, inexpensive, interior is retro but I like that, value for money, no pool but you’ve got the beach a short drive away, recommended, Max :)
Jean
Parking was good
Judith
Good recommendation to go to Pacific bistro
Julie
We had a nice day and a nice motel. Thanks for everything.
Mel
Excellent view, close to town. Lovely care takers
Julie
Room 5. The door had been kicked in and had been poorly repaired. The carpet needed replacing. The wall carpet feature dated from the 1960's. There were not two items of crockery or cutlery that matched. The toilet was blocked and one had to judge when to flush in case an upstairs until did the same, causing back wash. AND, the ceiling above the shower had dropped considerably and was hanging loose. Sadly, the (apparent) relieving staff member did not speak English. However, the breakfast cereal was fresh, as was the milk. A sad experience as we had stayed in other rooms which were quite reasonable.
Rosita
Good location and clean.
A little outdated and old though.
A little outdated and old though.
Kylie
Very dated, bathroom unclean. Never seen carpet on the walls before! Needs an upgrade
Nola
Good price, comfortable, close to everything. The only negative is the motel is very dated.
Robert
Give the key to the room, no pillow cases the bed head was dirty. Im never going there again. In a word horrible
Brendan
Great location, walkable to all the shops and restaurant. Easy parking. Spacious room and very clean. Will stay here again next time.
IAN
Every thing that I need was provided and it was a very convenient place to stay.
Verified traveler
Aggressive and abusive owner / host - avoid !!
This motel is well located in the centre of town, and the rooms are reasonable, although dated. However, the check-in was an absolute stressful nightmare – our worst experience, by far, after traveling around in staying in 20+ motels in Australia. Instead of the usual friendly welcome, the male owner, dressed in a dirty polo and what appeared to be floppy underpants, was aggressive from the beginning when I asked if any advance payment has been made on our card by hotels.com. He then disappeared after I completed the card check-in, and as the card machine asked if we want a customer receipt, I innocently pressed ‘yes’. When he re-appeared and saw that I got a receipt for our payment, he started shouting at me the top of his voice in a most abusive and highly threatening manner, and approached me as if he was going to hit me. Frankly, as an adult, I have not experienced anything like this in decades. I have stayed in hundreds of hotels and motels all over the world, and this experience was absolutely the worst and most threatening behaviour I have ever encountered. This guy should not be allowed to work in hospitality, and if you want to avoid a potentially similarly stressful and upsetting experience, and possibly risk a fistfight with your ‘host’ who has a dangerous anger management problem, stay well away from this motel… A check-in like this will ruin not only your day, but possibly your entire trip…
ian
Location is great
Greg
A great convenient place to stay, easy walking distance to main street. Manager and staff very friendly and helpful. comfortable bed and room. A little dated but very good value for money will stay again
Luke
People above us drinking with loud music no respect for anyone. Room needs an urgent update. Overall it was convenient and tidy i would stay again.
Angelina
I should have looked at reviews. Mould in bathroom various places. Bathroom bin not empty - filth. The smell was horrific. Uncomfortable bed. Ended up sleeping in my car. Cut my holiday short, buying a tent.
Marie
Easy check in and check out, walking distance to supermarket and shops, plenty of dining options, easy access to walking tracks/trails. Parking spaces are a little bit tight if you have a big car. Room was spacious for 3 people, amenities are clean, and ample kitchenette supplies too.
Amanda
Convenient location
Very old style motel
Needs upgrades
Bathroom mould
Very old style motel
Needs upgrades
Bathroom mould
Glenda
The property was perfectly located but is very old and dated. A renovation is in much need.
Patrick
Good value motel in the centre of town
Clean
Clean
ian
I've stayed here many times always good
Lisa
Nice to be welcome by a face and not a phone. Very polite and welcoming
David
The only thing that was awkward was trying to wash your face from the bathroom bowl with the glass shelf sticking out too far & clashes with your forehead.
Karen
Centre of town easy to walk around. Great staff & clean tidy room
Dani
Great central location. Walking distance to shops and eateries. Decor very dated, needs renovation but was clean. Blanket used on bed with flat sheet. Very 80's. Not sure if it is changed regularly. Should change to quilt/doona.
Wolfgang
Walking distance to everything
Lieghann
Staff very friendly
Dickson
Property is showing a bit of age but it’s perfectly sited for seeing the town and its surrounds.
Greg
Comfortable and quiet, well-managed, convenient to shops
Paula
Staff friendly, helpful
Alan
Whilst the room was dated, it was clean and basic utilities provided.
Yvonne
Perfect place to stay. Walking distance to everything.
Staff very friendly.
Staff very friendly.
Verified traveler
Property quite run down . Room draughty and drab ,peeling wallpaper, noisy neighbours, loud arguing during the night .
Otherwise a convenient central location to all shops and walks.
Otherwise a convenient central location to all shops and walks.
Fletcher
The best motel in town if you don't have a car, and if you do have a car, parking is all good too. Easy walk from the interstate bus stop, close to excellent inner city standard coffee shops, friendly easy-going management, even Netflix. Shopping is great in Merimbula, they do have Aldis. That matters. Better shopping than I have in the inner city. That is for everyday essentials. And of course, Merimbula has it all, if not, the area has it all if you have a car.
Garth
My husband and I broke our long trip up staying at Merimbula. This was perfect for price and location.
Continental breakfast was supplied and staff ever so helpful and friendly. We made a good choice
Continental breakfast was supplied and staff ever so helpful and friendly. We made a good choice
Verified traveler
Perfect position with little walking distance to town centre.
Cheree
Great location and unit had everything we needed. Included cereal and butter (which we forgot) so very thankful.
Ray
Nice & close to town & good value.
Geoff
Easy to get to. Convenient location
Jillian
Convenient
Mark
Just easy, inexpensive and convenient. will definitely book again.
Jamie
Tony the manager was very helpful, good location with easy access to shops and food, clean room and quiet location. will stay there again
Dianne
Comfortable clean and quiet
Richard
It was fine. I'll stay here again.
Barry
Well situated.
Bed poor.
Needs a massive upgrade.
Bed poor.
Needs a massive upgrade.
Raymond
very good position c walking distance to shops & clubs and host tony very friendly and helpful
Rui
Nice friendly staff, easy access to town and restaurants and view points.
Taichi
Good location, easy check in and out, building was bit old but okay, next door people's voice came through the wall and bit hard to sleep.
Michael
Good location comfy
Benjamin
The guy at the front was great let us check in early place was clean and quiet
Michael
A traditional motel with all you need, old school but well maintained in great location. Value for money.
Monica
I loved that I was contacted by mobile and told my room number prior to arrival . Had prepaid so didn’t even need to enter reception
Ken
Good location
location is great,motel is average and tired but certainly fit for a couple of nights. Price is excellent so I would certainly recommend but you get what you pay for
Ross
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Richard
Convenient location.
Bathroom requires exhaust fan.
Bathroom requires exhaust fan.
Sheryl
Great proximity to town.. Quite outdated & shabby
Karen
A bit noisy early in the morning.
Milka
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Wolfgang
All good
Jan
A good Classic Motel
Well located classic Motel.
Friendly and helpful host.
All were well and good and as we had 2nd floor room we also had a nice view.
Friendly and helpful host.
All were well and good and as we had 2nd floor room we also had a nice view.
Verified traveler
Dated and unclean, there are better options
Rosie
In major need of updating and better facilities. No breakfast menu and could not get anyone's attention to find out if they served breakfasts.
For a one night stay at the price, it was acceptable.
For a one night stay at the price, it was acceptable.
Kathy
Great location, excellent value
Kalliopi
Lovely place to stay in Merimbula. Walking distance to town centre and beyond. Had a view from our room which was on the top level. Could sit outside the room comfortably.
Kaylee
I didn’t think it was “too old” at all it was nice and comfortable. property was close to everything. staff were nice, cleaning lady says hello every morning.
Enjoyed my stay
Enjoyed my stay
Penny
Good location and friendly staff. A bit of an old place but clean and good value.
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Town Centre Motor Inn
8 Merimbula Drive, 8, Merimbula, Australia
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