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Golden Palms Motel

3.5 star property
3.5-star motel in Grovedale

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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234 Torquay Rd, Grovedale, VIC, 3216
  • Place, Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Queen Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Villa Unit | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Villa Unit

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Geelong

Grovedale stay.Your stay at this Grovedale motel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre. Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus and Future Sparrovale Nature Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • GMHBA Stadium - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Deakin University - 11 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 13 min drive - 8.2 miles

Getting around

  • Marshall Station - 3 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Schnitz - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bean Squeeze - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blackmans Brewery Geelong - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mad Mex - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Golden Palms Motel

3.5-star motel in Grovedale
As a guest of Golden Palms Motel, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Geelong motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Golden Palms Motel offers 17 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Geelong motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: AUD 7 to 25 per person

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: AUD 50.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 30.00

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 30 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 7 to 25 per person
  • Early check-in fee: AUD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 30.00 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 30 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 major credit cards, Visa, and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Golden Palms Motel to the airport?

Golden Palms Motel is 22.6 mi (29-min drive) away from the Avalon Airport (AVV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Golden Palms Motel?

As of Dec 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Golden Palms Motel on Dec 9, 2025 start from $105.7, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Golden Palms Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Golden Palms Motel.

How close is Golden Palms Motel to the beach?

This motel is 5.2 mi (9-min drive) from Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure and 6.1 mi (17-min drive) from Eastern Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Golden Palms Motel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Golden Palms Motel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between AUD 7 and 25 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Golden Palms Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Golden Palms Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Early check-in costs AUD 50.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Golden Palms Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Golden Palms Motel have a pool?

Golden Palms Motel does not have a pool.

Does Golden Palms Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Golden Palms Motel to downtown Geelong?

Golden Palms Motel is 3.8 mi away from Geelong.

Reviews

Golden Palms Motel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 281 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 106 out of 281 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 281 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 281 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 281 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I made an incorrect booking. Staff were very happy to change for me. Also proactive in communicating prior to my stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Traveled with family and small children
I stay there as it’s very convenient for me when visiting friends
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great, easy place to stay. Accommodation was very clean and warm. (Stayed in June) The manager was very accommodating as we had to extend our stay. Great food van at the entrance of the motel with egg and bacon rolls and coffee, pub next door for dinner
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Matthias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Clean and close to everything. Staff very helpful
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lack of towels, bath mat
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Hung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra, Beaverton

Traveled with partner
Clean, well appointed rooms. Parking outside your door. All amenities considered and provided. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and excellent customer services. Highly recommend this motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Norma

Traveled with family
I am disabled and didn’t enquire regarding a suitable unit the shower soap was far too high and I had nothing to hold on to and I found toilet to low so next time I will have to find a disabled unit somewhere in Geelong
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was nice clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raylee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, very comfortable and clean. Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

darren

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
na
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good and friendly service
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Chris

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Average motel. $$$s ok. Shower cleanliness could be better.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, quick and easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly owners
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024