Name: Twelve Apostles Motel Country Retreat
Address: 314 Booringa Road, Great Ocean Rd, VIC3269, AU

8/10

Excellent

02 May 2026

hafiz aftab

It was good according to price

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

13 Apr 2026

John

Room felt a little tired but was clean and comfortable bed. When we tried to ring the number recommended for dinner, we got no response so finished up driving to Port Campbell to find somewhere to eat.

2/10

Poor

07 Apr 2026

Stanislav

The only positive thing about this property is that it's in 3 km from 12 Apostles. It is very old, broken property. It needs to be cleaned up and renovated. Shower door missed half of it, lots of dust and dirt everywhere.

Family_with_children

2/10

Poor

06 Apr 2026

Jared

Very close to 12 Apostles but nobody should be staying out this hotel. Totally rundown and not taken care of. I cut my head open on a rusty staple sticking out of the mosquito screen on the front door to our room. There were cobwebs all over our room. And the bed was the worst bed i have ever seen. It was 50 years old, rock hard and it sloped down to one side. Dont stay here. If you do post pictures so we can all laugh.

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

21 Mar 2026

Denise

It was in a great location to the 12 Apostles but was certainly not what I was expecting. It looked more like a run down motel than what was described online. We traveled down a 2 mile long unlit dirt road to get to the motel and the reception area was an entrance with lock boxes that contained keys for your room. I did not see a single person while I was there. Would not stay again

6/10

Pleasant

19 Mar 2026

Christopher

Close to 12 apostles

2/10

Poor

24 Feb 2026

Jocelyn

Photos on Expedia were not current. Place was very run down. In an isolated location. We did not feel secure and left without staying the night.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jan 2026

Karen Joy

The cottage is nice and clean and the view is very nice. Farm like feels, really like a retreat away from the city.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

30 Dec 2025

Deirdre

Very run down property. Our room still had a wet towel hanging on back of door from previous occupants, also hair in the sink & floor. Very over priced for what we got.

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

21 Nov 2025

XIAOJUN

没有看见员工，设施旧，停车场都是泥泞

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

09 Oct 2025

Catriona

This property was close to the 12 Apostles and Port Campbell National Park. It was nice and quiet.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

08 Oct 2025

Rob

We arrived a little early but were shown to our room after a bit of difficulty finding the resident staff and hesitancy over our booking. The room was set up well and was roomy enough. The welcome folder was not up to date and we had some misunderstanding regarding details about meals. We found the property easily, though had to negotiate the lines of traffic both ways as visitors to the \"12 Apostles\" entered and left the parking area. Unsealed road to the property had some potholes.

2/10

Poor

13 Aug 2025

Navreet

During check in, property manager saw us waiting outside for our keys for a few minutes, but didnt bother to unlock the reception door and great us until we called his mobile.

Bedroom has a light outside that cannot be turned off. We messaged the property manager asking him to turn it off, he said he would but did not. Impossible to sleep. Not recommended.

10/10

Exceptional

07 May 2025

Charlotte

The location was PERFECT for seeing the 12 Apostles! You can't get a better location if you are visiting this area!

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

27 Apr 2025

Alyssa

People were lovely and the room was decent other than the doors that were a little broken. The bathroom door was hard to close and it was very hard to get open again. Road to the motel is quite rough for a smaller car. Also very easy to hear neighbours, one person was on the phone outside a room near us until after midnight and we could hear the whole conversation.

Leisure Friends

4/10

Poor

23 Apr 2025

Sandra

Just don’t.

Over 2klms of rough corrugated road to get to a tied old run down excuse for a hotel. Cobwebs in the roof, overgrown lawns and weeds for gardens. Dirty shower and uncomfortable bed.
Very sad place and very sorry I booked this one.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Apr 2025

Hai

Friendly staff, good services

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

19 Apr 2025

Linda

It was very overpriced considering the condition of the rooms and surrounding area.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

31 Mar 2025

Lacey-Anne

The property did have a bit of a run down feel but also felt homey. The check it was lovely and even got shown where our room was. The explanation of the property did leave a bit to be desired with the hand drawn emergency maps on the door being very outdated showing a pool on the map.
The clean commitment to cleanliness was not signed or dated and looked very old. The bedding and the towels smelt really bad not sure if that was due to lack of use but it did mean we went straight out and brought sanitising spray to make use feel better. The room service dinner which we ordered was delicious and super well organised so did appreciate that. The onsite dog was lovely and fun to play with. The feel of the place was nice so even with the negatives we would book again but we would bring our own sheets, pillow and towels.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 Mar 2025

Sandra

The ad for this is misleading. Our rooms had cobwebs and bugs on the upper walls/ceiling. Needs a deep clean. But Eric is very nice and friendly. This hotel is inconvienent to get too (rough dirt roads). HOWEVER, we saw alot of koalas and kangaroos on the dirt roads around the property that we wouldn't have seen otherwise.

Leisure Friends

4/10

Poor

03 Mar 2025

Donald

Room and food did not live up to their listing. Only four very basic dinner options that were not of restaurant quality and the cabin? was tiny with insufficient room for our luggage. Hot water for shower was good though.
Convenient location to the 12 Apostles but, next time, I would drive the additional distance to the next town.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Feb 2025

Stuart

Very comfortable and clean. Easy parking

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

22 Feb 2025

janos

Hideaway

Quiet location
Make sure whatever might be needed will be carried
Long way from the shops

Business

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jan 2025

Avigail

Loved everything about the place!

It was truly incredible! The service was outstanding, we arrived at 9 pm and everyone we met was so nice, we had dinner made by a lady who works on the property and it was delicious homemade chicken curry and slow-cooked beef.
The cabin was clean and had everything we needed, the place is beautiful at night as you can see all the stars shine in the sky, and during the day you can enjoy the farm and feel like you're the only person in the place!
The location is also good, 3 min from the 12 apostles, and very recommended if you're doing the Great Ocean Road like we did, I hope I'll get the chance to come back soon!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jan 2025

Chien Chan

The doggy is super cute!!!!

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

17 Jan 2025

Stephen

Very quiet, comfortable room

A very comfortable stay, nice and quiet, very close to the 12 apostles.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Jan 2025

Nissanka

N/a

8/10

Excellent

14 Dec 2024

MOUNIL

Nice & neat

8/10

Excellent

23 Nov 2024

Mark

Staff friendly and accomadating. Home cooked meals large , flavoursome and filling.. a bit expensive but saved me from driving to town.

6/10

Pleasant

07 Nov 2024

Ricardo

Cosy and quaint. Great location for a one night stay if visting the 12 apostles - as just down the road.

Step at front of bathroom quite hazardous even with warning sign on wall.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

02 Nov 2024

Alan

The Manager Eric was great. There was nobody to greet us in reception when we arrived. Eric came to our door later and apologized for the lack of people. He suggested several things to do for the evening and also provided a device that was necessary to use the TV.
The overall feeling was that the place was old and tired.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

26 Oct 2024

Guy William

Wonderful owners, Quiet property, beautiful countryside and great food.

Leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

01 Oct 2024

Kerry

The buildings are old and the property is a bit off the beaten track. However the room was clean and warm, wifi good, shower hot and beds comfortable. A good meal available for dinner. Nothing flash but family very welcoming and surroundings pleasant.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

15 Sep 2024

Sunil

Great location, very welcoming staff, nice heated room and bed. Nice hot water for shower. Refrigerator and microwave are very convenient.

6/10

Pleasant

13 Jul 2024

Elaine

Needs to upgrade electrical running extension cords and double adapters not safe

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jun 2024

Theresa

This was the perfect place to stay for visiting the twelve apostles. So close and so quiet. We couldn’t have asked for a better reception when we arrived. Everything was perfect and the shower was unbelievable on a cold night. Couldn’t fault a thing

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jun 2024

Hanif

Really quiet location, nice room and excellent service and staff. Thank you so much!!

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jun 2024

Paul

Very good experience. Seems like the new owner is doing a great job at tidying the place up and buying new equipment such as smart TVs, exhaust fans in the bathroom, electric blankets and other equipment. We loved the location and the friendly dog as well. Very highly recommended

10/10

Exceptional

07 May 2024

Lisa

Hidden Gem of a place, two nights at this tranquil location, the staff and owners were lovely. Highly recommend

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

06 May 2024

Louisa

Our room was no hot water supply at that night, the staff gave an option to other room to take a shower, we are three women, my two friends from oversea, don't know English, everyone were worried going to other room took a shower. After a full day travelling, hot showers were our priority.

Leisure Friends

2/10

Poor

21 Apr 2024

Chetan

The dog there could understand English, but not the staff or people handling the property and no amenities were provided inside the room and even an used hand soap was left out in the bathroom with hairs left as it is everywhere. Spiders were seen crawling on the bed and under the sink in the bathroom and scared the hell out of us in the night. The heater was very loud and making thudding sounds whenever it auto stopped/restarted disturbing the sleep. Worst ever accommodations and for the exorbitant prices changed, never will recommend any one to this place ever, even if they give it for free. Not clean, not safe inside, not quiet. The TV is a small chinese table top TV where noting works and hardly any english channels to watch and not a smart TV either.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

17 Apr 2024

Ross

Beautiful natural surroundings, and peace and quiet abound
The manager Eric was friendly and helpful. The only real complaint was the air con was a bit noisy, but it was warm and comfortable without it. We'll certainly come back.
Only a hop, skip and a jump to the 12 Apostles

Business_and_leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

05 Apr 2024

Martina

It has to be renovated. 5 minutes drive to 12 apostles is great.

Leisure

6/10

Pleasant

01 Apr 2024

Samantha

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10/10

Exceptional

27 Mar 2024

Nitesh

Great location to see sunrise

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

26 Mar 2024

Anne

There was only 1 small cake of soap for 2 adults
2 tea bags and 2 coffee n sugar No milk. Light globe in 1 bedside lamp not working

Leisure Family

2/10

Poor

17 Mar 2024

Gopinath

No services, Tv did not work, no milk or anything for tea/coffee or breakfast, no one in reception for any info, one person from China with no English speaking or understanding. Very much overcharged and should refund significant amount back. Rating is not high.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

17 Mar 2024

Anne

No available staff to assist- nil person in reception on arrival piece paper on desk to sign for key. Shower door broken, nil information available for use of TV to watch anything other than iview had to sign in using own account and password
Unit was clean unfortunately I forgot to empty rubbish bin when we left

Leisure Friends

4/10

Poor

14 Mar 2024

Pia

Very disappointed with the location and state of the property. Says that it is within walking distance of the 12 apostles but it is a long way on a dirt track. We cut short our stay.

2/10

Poor

14 Mar 2024

Dawn

Difficult check in with serious language barrier so unable to communicate. Bugs in room. Outside area unsightly. A dribble of water from the shower so no shower possible

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

13 Mar 2024

Verified traveler

Disappointed

Unfortunately very disappointing. Our rooms were dirty, other people's hair were on the bathroom floor when we arrived, the shower was leaking, there were spider webs along the corners in the ceiling and the fly screens in our rooms where broken. The WiFi connection was inconsistent and poor. There weren't any staff member present when we arrived or left, so can't really rewiev their service.

I would recommend go drive in to Port Campbell and stay there if you need accommodation in this area.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

06 Mar 2024

Jade

Great location at an affordable price 3km from the 12 apostles, comfortable bed.walls are very thin, could hear the family next door late in to the night and early morning, no milk for tea/coffee and confusing after hours checking in process.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

05 Mar 2024

Nigel

Staff did not speak English and although restaurant advertised no food available. Also 3km up poor quality road so very difficult to go out anywhere (and only option would be the one cafe in port cambell).

8/10

Excellent

21 Feb 2024

A W

Very good value

Read some bad reviews and was hesitant to book , however it was a pleasant surprise . Room was roomy and clean , with large window with nice outlook .Bed was comfortable but not outstanding . A little noise from other rooms .

Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 Feb 2024

Darren

Nice farm stay

6/10

Pleasant

27 Jan 2024

Fiona

Pity it’s so dilapidated outside

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

26 Jan 2024

Hoang

Good . Very nice n clean
Best location
Easy check in And check out

8/10

Excellent

15 Jan 2024

Angel

The overall experience is good. Convenient, affordable, and is good for backpackers like me.

Self

2/10

Poor

13 Jan 2024

Karen

On the internet it looks like a beautiful little set of cabins in the country side. Reality is they are a set of run down connected rooms where you can hear everyone talk. It’s in the middle of nowhere, no food nearby, closest place to eat was Port Campbell 12km away. Very dated. Everything is painted in colourful stripes and doesn’t give the bush feeling at all. We didn’t see any animals like the pictures on the internet either. There looked to be a farm next door but that’s about it.
At the end of the (dirt) road are the 12 Apostles but you would need to drive there. I would recommend looking for something in Port Campbell where you can find food and comfort.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Jan 2024

Lucy

I liked overnighting in a quaint cottage overlooking a farm. The rooms were comfortable and I would come back.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jan 2024

Carol Anne

Such a charming place to stay...nice and close to major attractions. Keep up the great work!

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

09 Jan 2024

Nadine

Accommodation was tidy, yet very basic. Nothing from their website rang true for the stay as far as animals to feed or see. Quite isolated from shops, but right on the doorstep for the Twelve Apostles viewing. I would probably stay somewhere different next time, with a little more upkeep to the property. No dining or meals.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

30 Dec 2023

Verified traveler

Comfy dog friendly motel

The motel is only around 5 min drive from 12 Apostles. We stayed in a dog friendly cabin with a porch and big grassland in front of us. The cabin is very quiet and clean, and provide everything we need, including microwave, fridge, heater, cooktop, etc. Bed is very comfy. Highly recommend for people visiting 12 Apostles.

Partner

2/10

Poor

14 Nov 2023

Barry

Power outage in cabin within 30 minutes of check in but lights still operating.
Moved to new cabin and no power or lights available here.
Proprietor said it was an external problem, low voltage or some such, no idea when it would be rectified. Said he had a generator but could not use until power failed completely.
Cold day (around 13 degrees) no power to run aircon, or electric blankets, no lights, no television, no refrigerator..
We had to leave and seek accommodation elsewhere.
We will be seeking a refund of our money!

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

13 Nov 2023

Philip

near nature

Leisure Friends

2/10

Poor

12 Nov 2023

Helen

Not what website showed. Not work the money we paid. Would not stay there again. Would not recommend it.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

01 Nov 2023

Jody

New owners have only been there a month. They’ve got a lot of work to do. Rooms were comfy enough although the shower was not good and there was no lock on the bathroom door. It suited our purpose for a 1 night stay at a great location. Meals were available which was handy and were well priced.

Friends_and_family Friends

2/10

Poor

28 Oct 2023

Prabhjot

Shower was not worldly at all.
The bathroom door was broken as well.

8/10

Excellent

14 Oct 2023

JIANGFENG

it's was good.I hope there will be a sink for washing dishes in the living room.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

12 Oct 2023

Antoine

Amazing location, cute little ambiance. A quiet little heaven just in front of one of the most beautiful place on earth.

The owner are new (so disregard old reviews :) ), and have great plans to turn the place around with animals roaming around, feeding time, and vegetables to pick up directly on the ground. Will be an awsome place to visit as a family!

8/10

Excellent

27 Sep 2023

Rebecca

Great location, very close to the 12 Apostles. Lovely green outlook over paddocks. They have started some maintenance at the reception office and I would imagine they plan to continue with maintenance around the whole property. Pricing was appropriate. I would stay again. I do enjoy quiet venues. Thank you.

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

14 Sep 2023

Brian

Off the beaten track.
A bit iffy but had its own special charm.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

09 Sep 2023

Cheyenne

Very nice and secluded, the staff were lovely and it’s such a cosy little place to get away and relax with or without your dog also!

Only thing is it would’ve been better if the tv had more channels but it was great overall will be back again

Leisure Pet

8/10

Excellent

20 Aug 2023

Yoshi

you can enjoy nature here.

6/10

Pleasant

10 Aug 2023

Darrin

The property was well positioned for the customer to find and the area, it does need some upgrading t refresh the rooms, as upgrades, but it was suited to our needs.

Leisure Family

2/10

Poor

04 Aug 2023

Gabbi

Was dirty and unkempt. Not like the pictures. No restaurant available, had to leave due to overwhelming sewage smell. Still waiting for my refund.

Leisure Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

16 Jul 2023

Patricia

A quaint place right near the 12 apostles.

Leisure Pet

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2023

Luciano

It had everything I needed!

4/10

Poor

11 Jun 2023

Lynnette

No one around, no restaurant as stated. Secluded only ones there

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

02 Jun 2023

Alan

Up a very quiet road, so no traffic. Very pleasant surroundings. Farm and huge trees surrounding the \"Apostles\"

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

18 May 2023

Joseph

No staff sited during stay. Website had meals available but were not.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

10 May 2023

John

Quaint little property however no one at reception and their website said there was a restaurant however no restaurant to be found.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

30 Apr 2023

david

Dog friendly

Leisure Pet

4/10

Poor

20 Apr 2023

Trish

Bright lights outside rooms shining through thin curtains all night prevented sleep

Possums or rats in roof

Leisure Friends

2/10

Poor

12 Apr 2023

Pauline

This oroperty is NOT as advertised. It is unkept, weeds around the front doir, dirty and spider webs, the host did not speak English, noone answers the phone, in an isolayed spot and there is NO food available, certainly NOT an on-site restaurant.
NOT HAPPY - we had to pay to stay elsewhere

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

07 Apr 2023

Ginny

The location of the motel was excellent, being only 3 km from the 12 Apostles. The motel itself was old and dated but had everything I needed. Check-in was contactless and easy to do. Overall, my stay was very enjoyable and a place I would stay again.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

15 Mar 2023

Joe

Quiet

8/10

Excellent

13 Mar 2023

Sami

Friendly staff.
In wonderful and quiet location, so close to attractions

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Mar 2023

Dawid

Space, nature

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Feb 2023

Aashutosh

Great place to stay near 12 Apostles.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

16 Feb 2023

Andrew

Located close to 12 Apostles. Did not like condition of grey water in toilet, seals around door not sealing for spiders, midgies, mozzies etc. Reception manned by a kind man but no english at all. Relying on translater that did not always work.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

02 Feb 2023

Samuel

Location is great - so close to 12 apostles. However the motel is at the end of a dirt road, there was no reception to checkin or anyone to help you know where you’re going. I thought for what I paid for this motel it was a bit of a disappointment.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

27 Jan 2023

yu

all good

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jan 2023

Raman

Gives a very nice country feeling

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

16 Jan 2023

Sandy

Room was tiny, floor was filthy my feet were black. Shower door didn’t close properly and could do with a good scrub

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jan 2023

Adam

Excellent location, friendly staff and. great vibes!

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

10 Jan 2023

Verified traveler

An older style accommodation, still in the 1980's, but very comfortable and tidy inside the accommodation. Beautiful surroundings of the forest and very quiet area. Lovely area to sit and listen to the birds and the wind through the trees. Very relaxing.

Self

8/10

Excellent

09 Jan 2023

Simon

Contactless check-in and the restaurant not being operational led to a bit of confusion but there are good food options in Port Campbell nearby and the next morning the gardens and general mood of staff and other guests were evidence of a wonderful location and great v’vibe’.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jan 2023

Alice

The cottages are quite dated and basic but it was very clean and had everything we needed. The staff let us check in early which was very helpful as we had somewhere we needed to be. Overall we were very pleased with our stay.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

29 Nov 2022

Leigh

Great place to stay around the area.

Business Self