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El Lago Waters Motel

3.0 star property
3-star beach motel near Pelican Plaza, connected to a shopping center

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Lake View Room | View from property
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Lobby sitting area
Reception
1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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41 The Entrance Road, The Entrance, NSW, 2261
  • Pelican Plaza
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Blue Bay Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Magenta Shores Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Super Executive Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Sundeck Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Suite Double Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Pool View Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Room | Living area | 58-cm TV with digital channels

Executive Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Lake View Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Pool | Outdoor pool

Standard Room with Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Sundeck Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pool | Outdoor pool

Executive Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Executive Suite Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

The Entrance

Oceanside stay.Stay at this The Entrance motel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Pelican Plaza and 2 miles (3 km) of Blue Bay Beach. Magenta Shores Beach and Magenta Shores Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Pelican Plaza - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Entrance Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Blue Bay Beach - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Magenta Shores Beach - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Terrigal Beach - 16 min drive - 8.6 miles

Getting around

  • Tuggerah Station - 23 min drive
  • Wyong Station - 26 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Tuna Fish Co. - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Los Dos Hombres - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Coco Rice & Noodle Bar the Entrace - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mi Cantina - ‬1 min walk

About this property

El Lago Waters Motel

3-star beach motel near Pelican Plaza, connected to a shopping center
El Lago Waters Motel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Wired Internet is free in public spaces. A rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the family-friendly El Lago Waters Motel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star The Entrance motel.

  • 1 building
  • 39 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Game room or arcade
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
El Lago Waters Motel offers 39 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. These individually furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. Digital television is provided. This The Entrance motel provides complimentary wired Internet access. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Finnish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Water sports equipment

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 parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 58-cm TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: AUD 20
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: 10 percent of room rate
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1 percent for credit card payments
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 25.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in fee: AUD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: 10 percent of room rate (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1 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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Alipay and WeChat Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, Alipay, and WeChat Pay. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

This property may place an authorization for 1 night's rate for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking using the credit card submitted during the reservation process.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at El Lago Waters Motel.

Property is also known as

El Lago Resort
El Lago Waters
El Lago Waters Resort
El Lago Waters Resort The Entrance
El Lago Waters The Entrance
El Waters
Lago Waters Resort
El Lago Waters Hotel The Entrance
El Lago Waters Motel The Entrance
El Lago Waters Motel
El Lago Waters Motel Motel
El Lago Waters Motel The Entrance
El Lago Waters Motel Motel The Entrance

Frequently asked questions

How close is El Lago Waters Motel to the airport?

El Lago Waters Motel is 76.9 mi (105-min drive) away from the Sydney Airport (SYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does El Lago Waters Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at El Lago Waters Motel.

How close is El Lago Waters Motel to the beach?

This motel is a short 6-minute walk from Entrance Beach and 13-minute walk from North Entrance Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does El Lago Waters Motel offer free breakfast?

El Lago Waters Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at El Lago Waters Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at El Lago Waters Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Early check-in costs AUD 20 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at El Lago Waters Motel?

Free parking is not available at this motel.

Does El Lago Waters Motel have a pool?

El Lago Waters Motel features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does El Lago Waters Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is El Lago Waters Motel to downtown The Entrance?

El Lago Waters Motel is 0.4 mi away from The Entrance.

El Lago Waters Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 860 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 204 out of 860 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 193 out of 860 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 163 out of 860 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 171 out of 860 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jade

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioner did not work properly in 35 degree heat and the place smelt like weed. Dodgy people walking in and out at all hours of the night. Not a good place to take kids thats for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Irene

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
There was a lot of rubbish under the table from previous customers.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Location was great. Nice pool, water views, easy walk over to shops and the boardwalk for restaurants. The hotel though? Room wasn’t vacuumed, there was rubbish under the bed, no fresh towels in the room, the bin wasn’t emptied and there was no door to the bathroom. At all. For the price, the location was fine. The room was below average.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joabie

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disgusting place… workers trying hard to help at all opportunities but the place is run down and full of junkies
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was dirty, requires a lot of maintenance work, it totally not worth the money we paid. the property management need serious take action about the quality of the staff & the property Maintenance and renovation, otherwise they will out off the business in not time.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was dirty pool facilities were covered in litter, no chairs available at pool area, tv didn’t work. Aircon hardly worked, no towels provided. No screen on window.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Ramesh

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Patricia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Apparently this property has a two star rating. That’s two stars too many in my opinion! The property does not even remotely resemble the photos on Wotif. And it wasn’t actually that cheap! The rooms and entire building were poorly presented, beds were uncomfortable although the sheets were clean. The hot tap was stuck on, so it dripped all night and meant that showers were either scalding hot, or just not an option. We laughed it off but NEVER AGAIN!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Bree

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Run down and dirty. Staff couldn’t even bother to clean the mirror that had someone’s medical appointment reminder written on it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lani

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel was dirty, the grounds were covered in rubbish, it had mould on the ceiling in the bathroom. There was exposed cables hanging behind the bed. The railings of the stairs do not meet code! I feel it's unsafe and inhabitable and needs to be deep cleaned, re painted or maybe just demolish It. $300 for the 1 night and it was absolutely disgraceful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Souvanna

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

2/10 Terrible

Dianne

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dont even think about staying here and dont let the name fool you. Its filthy, old, and uncomfortable. No hot water tap in the shower, no air conditioning remote, rusty fridge and the stair rails are so loose and dangerous. Room smells of stale smoke and buckets of urine in the car park. If I could give it no stars I would. Staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Matt

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

Mixed Feedback

Air conditioner did not work, cooling function was definitely not working. Air con set on 17 felt like 25 deg. With a pregnant wife and a hot day, this was uncomfortable. After raising this with reception and maintenance - they assured me I was wrong and that the Air con was working fine. Ridiculous. Not handled well by management. Rooms are very old and ours wasn't cleaned sufficiently. Pool was clean and worth swimming in. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family and small children, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is an older motel in need of some upgrade. For a 1 night stay I found this to be quite adequate. Staff was friendly and room was acceptable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richmond

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

8/10 Good

Jasper

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
needs some love staff friendly place clean maybe needs a makeover
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Fiona

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building is very run down and there was mould in the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Alana

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The upmost disgusting houso place you will ever stay at avoid at all costs!!! The place is used as a halfway house for homeless people. Witnessed people smoking ice on there balcony. Cockroaches everywhere! No staff insight when needed! The staff had a broken nose and told he couldn’t refund! Have since found out that he could of!! The staff is rude! Looks nothing like the photos very rundown and dirty place! No elevator so have to lugg bags up 3 flights of stairs! Just avoid you would feel safer sleeping under the bridge then at this place!! Read all the reviews of this place i with we had!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Nola

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property requires a lot of maintenance work, up grades on rooms and facilities. Location to the venue was great. Price was good. Items for rooms no hairdryer, shower flooded floor in bathroom. Taps require maintenance for bathroom sink and shower.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Judy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location. Affordable. Staff friendly and there for you needs. Property would get 10/10 if renovated but then I guess they would put the price up.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Leanne

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is not maintained it is very run down
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Peter

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sheets, pillow slips and towels were clean at least. My wife swapped pillows during the night because her ONE pillow was uncomfortable. It’s very run down, with weeds growing between pavers on the mezzanine area and poolside. The pool, while the water looked clean had lots of debris on the bottom, including a spoon the was still there the day we checked out. It is conveniently located near the waterfront entertainment area. But could be a bit foreboding for a woman, alone at night. There had been a stabbing in The El Lago Caravan Park which is three doors down and owned by the same company.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overpriced for the rundown facility. Poor workmanship for an attempt to refresh the rooms, needs new bathroom, painting, furniture old and battered doors have forced entry damage walls damaged, towel stuffed in bathroom ceiling vent to block the hole! In our friends room. Photo of pool area does not represent the facility condition. Needs a complete revamp. Could not get out of there quick enough.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Hilda

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
The property is very run down, only good thing about this place is the location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kallan

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing at all like the pictures. Extremely run down bordering on unsafe. The room was filthy. We were surrounded by drug addicts who kept us up all night and to make things worse the door didnt lock properly. Would NOT have stayed here if there was any other accommodation available at the time.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024