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South Seas Motel

3.5 star property
3.5-star family-friendly hotel near Merimbula Marina, connected to the convention center

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Outdoor pool
Front of property
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
2 bedrooms, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Shower, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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12 Merimbula Drive, Merimbula, NSW, 2548
  • Merimbula Marina
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Merimbula Boardwalk
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Magic Mountain Recreational Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Merimbula, NSW (MIM)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room | Living area | Smart TV, DVD player

Deluxe Room

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

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Standard Queen Room, Garden View | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Queen Room, Garden View

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Balcony Queen Room | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Balcony Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Balcony Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Garden View | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Twin Room, Garden View

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Twin Room with Pool View

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Merimbula

Heart of Merimbula.Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Merimbula Marina and Merimbula Boardwalk. Magic Mountain Recreational Park and Merimbula Aquarium are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Merimbula Marina - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Merimbula Boardwalk - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Magic Mountain Recreational Park - 6 min drive - 0.8 miles
  • Pambula Merimbula Golf Club - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Pambula Beach - 15 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Merimbula, NSW (MIM) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sunny’s - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cranky Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Waterfront Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wild Rye's - ‬7 min drive

About this property

South Seas Motel

3.5-star family-friendly hotel near Merimbula Marina, connected to the convention center
South Seas Motel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 334 square feet (31 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the family-friendly South Seas Motel. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Merimbula hotel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 334 sq ft of conference space
  • 31 sq m of conference space
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
South Seas Motel offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3.5-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Bathrooms include showers. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking; reservations required
  • Offsite parking; reservations required
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out fee: AUD 35.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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 20.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.00 per day.

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.

  • Late check-out fee: AUD 35.00
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.00 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
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
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. 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Seas Motel
South Seas Motel
South Seas Motel Merimbula
South Seas Merimbula
South Seas Motel Hotel
South Seas Motel Merimbula
South Seas Motel Hotel Merimbula

Frequently asked questions

How close is South Seas Motel to the airport?

South Seas Motel is 1.6 mi (3-min drive) away from the Merimbula, NSW (MIM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at South Seas Motel?

As of Sep 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at South Seas Motel on Sep 19, 2025 start from $78.49, 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 South Seas Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at South Seas Motel.

How close is South Seas Motel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 14-minute walk from Spencer Park Beach and 2.9 mi (6-min drive) from Pambula Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does South Seas Motel offer free breakfast?

South Seas Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at South Seas Motel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at South Seas Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at South Seas Motel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does South Seas Motel have a pool?

South Seas Motel features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does South Seas Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is South Seas Motel to downtown Merimbula?

South Seas Motel is 0.1 mi away from Merimbula.

South Seas Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 178 out of 387 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 387 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 387 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 387 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 387 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant room with all the necessary requirements for a motel room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Meaghan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for a night
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meagan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Clean and comfortable. Liked having the option of the pool and having the hotplates in the room so we could cook if we choose to. Had everything we needed for our 5 night stay including toiletries. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like this motel. Closed to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gavin

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Derek

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little motel on main road
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect, Comfy, great location

Great Motel, friendly staff, just a one night get away, plenty of room, comfy beds, nice balcony looking over the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

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

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable stay, very handy location within a short walk to cafes, restaurants & shops. Lovely staff, cute pool bar area with beach bar vibes!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great little place! Attention to detail down to the stamp on the toilet rolls! The pool side bar was amazing! Passionfruit mojito was AMAZING
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

🙌
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Cost and clean motel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly host and informative
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicity

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

More than a motel!

Great little stay for our family over 2 nights. Motel has had a lovely renovation in the rooms, but it’s the pool and pool area that really exceeded our expectations. Beautifully decorated area and pool nice and warm. Loved the poolside bar with happy hour. Motel is super close to town. About 2-3 mins walk to most things you need. Great little beach for young kids about 10-15 min walk (or 3 min drive). Would highly recommend yo anyone
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahsan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Comfortable Stay

We only stayed one night. The room was clean and quiet. The bed was comfortable. The shower was hot and had good water flow. Suited our needs, thank you 😊
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024