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8.3

Excellent

508 reviews

508 reviews

Housekeeping7
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7.8

Very good

Location rating score

Very good location
Parking
FREE
Nearby landmarks
Whaler's Bluff Lighthouse 2.9 km
World War II Memorial Lookout 3.1 km
Chesterwood Books 4.0 km
Portland Visitor Information Centre 4.2 km
Portland Airport 10.9 km
Cape Nelson lighthouse 13.8 km
Warrnambool Airport 74.6 km
Hamilton Airport 84.4 km
Mount Gambier Airport 95.2 km
Naracoorte Airport 166.3 km

Whalers Rest Motor Inn

714 Henty Highway, Portland North, Portland, Australia, 3305 - See map

The car parking and the Wi-Fi are always free, so you can stay in touch and come and go as you please. Conveniently situated in the Portland North part of Portland, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Portland Airport. Rated with 3.5 stars, this high-quality property provides guests with access to restaurant and spa on-site.

Highlights

Check-in [24-hour]

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Air conditioning

Daily housekeeping

Bar

This property has self-selected and self-certified the following hygiene measures.Learn more
Safety Features
Staff trained in safety protocol
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Preventative Equipment
Hand sanitizer
Free face masks
Sterilizing equipment
Health and Medical
First aid kit
Doctor/nurse on call
Facilities

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Front desk [24-hour]

Check-in/out [express]

Spa

BBQ facilities

Luggage storage

Car power charging station

Value for money8.5
Distance to city center3.0 km
Location rating7.8

Rooms available at Whalers Rest Motor Inn

Very good
Room comfort & quality

7.9

Two-Bedroom Suite - Room 6
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 queen bed and 1 single be...
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Executive Queen Room
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 queen bed
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Deluxe Spa
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  • Room size: 35 m²/377 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 double bed
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Queen with 2 Queen Beds
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 2 queen beds
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Executive Deluxe
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • Nature view
  • 1 double bed
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Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 2 double beds
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Deluxe Double or Twin Room
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 single bed and 1 queen be...
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Twin Deluxe
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 2 single beds
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Deluxe Queen Room with Spa Bath
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 queen bed
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Family Room
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 2 single beds and 1 queen b...
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Frequently asked questions

What time is check-in and check-out at Whalers Rest Motor Inn?

Check-in is from 02:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guests checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee. The motel offers luggage storage to guests for before check-in and after check-out. The front desk is always open, day or night.

How do I get to Whalers Rest Motor Inn?

For those who wish to drive their own cars, Whalers Rest Motor Inn has a car park right on site for maximum convenience. Parking is free for guests. Self-parking is conveniently available at the motel.

Is breakfast offered at Whalers Rest Motor Inn?

Wake up to a great continental breakfast at Whalers Rest Motor Inn.

What is the smoking policy at Whalers Rest Motor Inn?

Whalers Rest Motor Inn does not permit smoking in any of its rooms, but allows smoking in designated areas.

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What people love about Whalers Rest Motor Inn

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "Very clean and tidy."

    Lisa

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    July 6, 2022

  • 7.2

    Very good
    Cleanliness

    "It is clean."

    Robert

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    February 27, 2020

  • 9.6

    Exceptional
    Staff 

    "Room was a good size and the managers & staff were all very friendly and helpful."

    Daniel

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    March 12, 2022

Overall rating:

8.3

Excellent
508 reviews
Cleanliness
8.6
Facilities
8.1
Location
7.8
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What travelers say they love:
Good comfortable rooms at a great price.
MICHAEL from Australia
Couple
More about Whalers Rest Motor Inn

More about Whalers Rest Motor Inn

Whalers Rest Motor Inn

Whalers Rest Motor Inn is a distinct addition to Portland and a smart choice for travelers. Whether you are traveling for business or pleasure, get the most out of your trip with a stay at Whalers Rest Motor Inn.
The range of services provided by Whalers Rest Motor Inn ensures all travelers get the most out of their stay. Never be out of touch with your contacts, with free Wi-Fi offered throughout your stay. If you plan to arrive by car, you'll appreciate the motel's free parking, right on-site. The motel provides front desk services such as concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes for guests' convenience.
If you need, the ticket service and tours can even help you book tickets and reservations at all the best shows and programs nearby. Staying for a long time, or just need clean clothes? dry cleaning service and laundry service offered at the motel will keep your favorite travel outfits clean and available. For lazy days and nights, in-room conveniences like room service and daily housekeeping let you make the most of your room. Please be advised that smoking is not allowed in the motel to allow cleaner air for all guests.
Smoking is limited to designated areas only, for the health and well-being of all guests and staff.
Feel right at home during your stay at Whalers Rest Motor Inn. Some rooms are equipped with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning for your convenience. In-room entertainment such as television and cable TV is provided for guests in some selected rooms. The motel also offers a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker, instant coffee, instant tea and mini bar in some rooms for when you feel like it is needed.
Knowing that bathroom amenities play an important role in increasing guests' satisfaction, the motel provides a hair dryer, toiletries and towels in some select rooms.


Dining and things to do

Nothing starts a morning better than a delicious breakfast, which you can always enjoy in-house at Whalers Rest Motor Inn. If you don't feel like going out to eat, you can always opt for the delicious dining options at the motel. A night in at the motel's bar can be as fun as a night out with your travel companions. Guests who prefer to make their own meals will love the in-house BBQ facilities available here.
Never let a day go wasted when you're at Whalers Rest Motor Inn with all the activities and facilities provided. Finish your vacation days right by dropping in at the spa.


Reasons to stay here

Rooms don't get much cheaper than here, being less than 94% of the city's accommodation.
Know you'll get excellent dining options here, where past guests have rated onsite or nearby dining above 87% of the city's accommodation.
This motel scores higher than 84% of the city's accommodations for cleanliness.

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Amenities and facilities

Excellent
Facilities

8.1

Most talked about facilities

Food & Dining

1 mention

Internet

1 mention

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1 mention

Housekeeping

1 mention

Languages spoken
  • English
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet [LAN]
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Garden
  • Outdoor recreational features
  • Spa
  • Spa/sauna
  • Ticket services
  • Tours
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Breakfast in room
  • Cashless payment service
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • Doctor/nurse on call
  • Face coverings on staff
  • First aid kit
  • Free face masks
  • Guest rooms seal after sanitization
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Hygiene certification
  • Individually-wrapped food options
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Room sanitization opt-out available
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Sterilizing equipment
  • Temperature check for guests and staff
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Alternative meal arrangement
  • Bar
  • BBQ facilities
  • Breakfast [continental]
  • Grocery delivery
  • Restaurants
  • Room service
  • Snack bar
Services and conveniences
  • Air conditioning in public area
  • Concierge
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Elevator
  • Food delivery
  • Grooming service
  • Heating in public area
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
  • Terrace
  • Xerox/fax in business center
For the kids
  • Family room
  • Playground
Access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Check-in/out [express]
  • Check-in/out [private]
  • Check-in [24-hour]
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Safety/security feature
  • Smoke alarms
Getting around
  • Car park [free of charge]
  • Car park [nearby]
  • Car park [on-site]
  • Car power charging station
Available in all rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Desk
  • DVD/CD player
  • Free bottled water
  • Ironing facilities
  • LAN Internet in room [free]
  • Non-smoking
  • Refrigerator
  • Shower
  • TV [flat screen]

Location

714 Henty Highway, Portland North, Portland, Australia, 3305
Very good
Location

7.8

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Infant 0-1 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
Baby cot/crib may be requested directly from the property.
Children 2-12 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 13 years and older are considered as adults
Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
Others
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from14:00
  • Check-out until10:00
Getting around
  • Distance from city center3.0 km
  • Travel time to airport (minutes)15
The property
  • Number of rooms 13
  • Room voltage240
  • Year property opened1985
  • Most recent renovation2000

Reviews of Whalers Rest Motor Inn from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.3
/
10
Cleanliness8.6
Facilities8.1
Location7.8
Room comfort and quality7.9
Service8.8
Value for money8.5
High score for Portland
Rating
9+ Exceptional (15)
8-9 Excellent (8)
7-8 Very Good (14)
6-7 Good (5)
<6 Below Expectation (6)
Time of the year
Mar - May (14)
Jun - Aug (7)
Sep - Nov (8)
Dec - Feb (19)

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9.6
Exceptional
Kira from Australia
Group
Queen with 2 Queen Beds
Stayed 4 nights in January 2019

Great value for money”

Just north of the town of Portland, this motor inn offers a secluded space to return to in the evening. Clearly designed for turning in for the night, the inn offers free tea, coffee and biscuits in the room each day, and a good cable tv offering to relax before nodding off. The cleaning was great, but the floor could have been vacuumed a little more often, or to a better standard. Staff were lovely and very accommodating. We arrived late but this was no trouble at all. Overall a great stay.

Reviewed January 15, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
Lisa from Australia
Business traveler
Executive Queen Room
Stayed 1 night in July 2022

Exceptional”

Very clean and tidy. Loved the electric blanket! Just what I needed after a long day. Made my stay complete.

Reviewed July 07, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Ramon from Australia
Couple
Executive Deluxe
Stayed 2 nights in November 2019

Gr8 owner's ”

Had a gr8 stay. Owners are gr8 and rooms are very clean. Fantastic value for money! Highly recommended!

Reviewed December 03, 2019

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9.2
Exceptional
Lucy from Australia
Family with young children
Family Room
Stayed 1 night in December 2019

Great option for one night”

The place was very clean with excellent facilities, more than expected for a motel room including microwave and toaster. Check in and out was great and staff were very friendly. Only downside was not fault of motel. We had bad neighbours next door that smoked right outside our room meaning that our room smelled of cigarette smoke. We could also hear them snoring so ridiculously loud that kept us up half the night!!! Not fault of motel, but I guess that’s the luck of the draw. Overall great value for money.

Reviewed January 03, 2020

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9.6
Exceptional
Graham from Australia
Solo traveler
Executive Deluxe
Stayed 1 night in January 2020

Exceptional”

Out of town on he road to Portland but not far to town centre by car. Even though near the highway was very quiet. Nice comfortable bed in a good sized room'

Reviewed January 18, 2020

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9.6
Exceptional
Daniel from Australia
Group
Queen with 2 Queen Beds
Stayed 1 night in March 2022

Clean & comfy!”

Tidy & well run motel. Room was a good size and the managers & staff were all very friendly and helpful. They even allowed us an early check-in when I phoned to let them know that we would be arriving earlier than expected by motorcycle!

Reviewed March 12, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Edgar from Australia
Couple
Executive Queen Room
Stayed 2 nights in July 2020

Great service and affordable!”

All good, worth a pay!

Reviewed July 12, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Gary from Australia
Couple
Executive Deluxe
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

Exceptional”

Room size was great as ertefacilities everything worked

Reviewed May 29, 2019

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thank you so much for your review, and staying at Whalers rest motor inn. kind regards

Responded June 08, 2019
Whalers Rest Motor Inn
10.0
Exceptional
alannah from Australia
Solo traveler
Executive Deluxe
Stayed 2 nights in January 2020

Good place to stay”

A little bit of road noise

Reviewed January 27, 2020

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9.2
Exceptional
Michael from Spain
Family with teens
Twin Deluxe
Stayed 1 night in January 2020

Very tidy motel”

Good beds, nice bathroom and friendly staff

Reviewed February 02, 2020

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8.8
Excellent
Raymonbd from Australia
Couple
Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
Stayed 1 night in February 2020

Excellent”

Cutlery did not seem to be properly washed. Looked as though it had just been wiped with a cloth.

Reviewed February 12, 2020

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8.4
Excellent
ka from Australia
Couple
Executive Deluxe
Stayed 1 night in September 2019

Helpful reception”

Reception open til late and happy to answer all our questions

Reviewed October 03, 2019

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8.0
Excellent
Ricky from Australia
Couple
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
Stayed 3 nights in April 2021

Happy with the friendly staff”

A Little bit old but clean with good size room

Reviewed April 14, 2021

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8.4
Excellent
Kim from Australia
Family with teens
Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
Stayed 2 nights in January 2021

Excellent”

Loverly staff at the reception Very helpful

Reviewed January 21, 2021

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8.4
Excellent
Adrian from Switzerland
Solo traveler
Executive Deluxe
Stayed 1 night in February 2020

Expensive if you travel alone.”

Expensive if you travel alone.

Reviewed February 29, 2020

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7.6
Very good
MICHAEL from Australia
Couple
Executive Deluxe
Stayed 1 night in November 2019

Good Overnight Stop”

On main highway 2 mins to city centre. Good comfortable rooms at a great price.

Reviewed November 26, 2019

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7.6
Very good
sharon from Australia
Couple
Deluxe Queen Room with Spa Bath
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

Cheap”

The room was cheap, clean and the bed was comfortable. A bit of road noise and a little way out of town

Reviewed June 04, 2019

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7.2
Very good
Robert from Australia
Family with young children
Queen with 2 Queen Beds
Stayed 1 night in November 2019

Good Value Accomodation”

This motel is not fancy but it's not nasty either. It is clean. Bed was good. Low noise from passing traffic. I would recommend this hotel to anyone staying a night or two.

Reviewed February 27, 2020

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8.0
Excellent
Bruce from Australia
Couple
Executive Deluxe
Stayed 1 night in February 2021

Roomy”

A little out of town but loads of room

Reviewed February 13, 2021

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7.2
Very good
michelle from Australia
Family with teens
Family Room
Stayed 3 nights in February 2020

Very good”

Bed was very hard and no easy access to power points. The room was clean though.

Reviewed February 20, 2020

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