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Abel Tasman Waterfront Motel

4.0 star property
4-star Mediterranean motel perfect for exploring Lakes Entrance

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Beach nearby, white sand
Twin Room | View from property
Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Sea View | Room amenity
Spa Room | View from room
Balcony

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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643-645 Esplanade, Lakes Entrance, VIC, 3909
  • Place, Main Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Lakes Entrance-Lake Tyers Coastal Reserve
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Lakes Entrance Bowls Club
    ‪15 min walk‬

Room options

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Spa Room | Living area

Spa Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View, Sea Facing

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Resort View | Minibar, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Resort View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Sea View | Minibar, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room | Minibar, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Lakes Entrance

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Cunningham Foot Bridge and Lakes Entrance-Lake Tyers Coastal Reserve. Lake King and Main Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cunningham Foot Bridge - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Main Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lakes Entrance-Lake Tyers Coastal Reserve - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Eastern Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lakes Entrance Bowls Club - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Sodafish - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Central Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fish-a-Fare - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lakes Entrance RSL Glenara Motel - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Abel Tasman Waterfront Motel

4-star Mediterranean motel perfect for exploring Lakes Entrance
As a guest of Abel Tasman Waterfront Motel, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. Abel Tasman Waterfront Motel also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Mediterranean Lakes Entrance motel.

  • 1 building
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1985
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Abel Tasman Waterfront Motel offers 12 accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 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
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
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
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9 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.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 30 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.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 30 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards, cash, and mobile payments. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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

Abel Tasman Motor Lodge Lakes Entrance
Abel Tasman Waterfront Motel Lakes Entrance
Abel Tasman Motor Lakes Entrance
Abel Tasman Motor
Abel Tasman Motel Lakes Entrance
Abel Tasman Lakes Entrance
Abel Tasman Waterfront Lakes Entrance
Abel Tasman Waterfront

Frequently asked questions

How close is Abel Tasman Waterfront Motel to the airport?

Abel Tasman Waterfront Motel is 206.7 mi (239-min drive) away from the Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Abel Tasman Waterfront Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Abel Tasman Waterfront Motel.

How close is Abel Tasman Waterfront Motel to the beach?

This motel is a short 10-minute walk from Main Beach and 11-minute walk from Eastern Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Abel Tasman Waterfront Motel offer free breakfast?

Abel Tasman Waterfront Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Abel Tasman Waterfront Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Abel Tasman Waterfront Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Abel Tasman Waterfront Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Abel Tasman Waterfront Motel have a pool?

Abel Tasman Waterfront Motel features an outdoor pool.

Does Abel Tasman Waterfront Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Abel Tasman Waterfront Motel to downtown Lakes Entrance?

Abel Tasman Waterfront Motel is 1.8 mi away from Lakes Entrance.

Abel Tasman Waterfront Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 492 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 492 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 492 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 492 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 492 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gaurav

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
All good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property, including room, was older than expected. But certainly was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Julie

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service
My room I booked was given to someone else and other rooms offered had poor mattress so he said he will cancel free
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

RM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Francesco

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Best to stay outside of peak season due to main road location but otherwise fine.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Dale

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Property was tired and needs bull dozing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and accomodating! The location around the lake was beautiful and the room was clean and spacious. Thank you for the stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
As planned.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of room even had a desk lovely view comfortable bed hot hot water friendly staff enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

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

10/10 Excellent

Darrel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and good location. Stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alison Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It never had power points close to bed for sleep apnea machine
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Ian

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel is very dated and unkempt. If we hadn't prepaid we wouldn't have stayed there. The photos in the advertising don't match the actual rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sadly coffee mugs were dirty used in cupboard, comfy bed good shower, old chipped side table and wall beside bed, doesn't qualify deluxe room!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
If you are on a budget, this property is fine. It was clean, had a balcony looking out to see amd a pool for summer. At $119 it was good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Position and great bed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

dennis

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee-anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian, Adelaide

Traveled with partner
Perfect old fashioned motel. Clean & tidy .Vaue for money.....
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Loan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly service, close to services
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neat and tidy rooms excellent view I may be wrong but I had the impression that the owners are new? And maybe they are in the process of improvementsThey still did a great job Id think about having a safe drop off box or similar to deposit room keys in for those visitors checking out early
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Janene

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff at check in. Firm bed and very firm pillows
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Denise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
average room needs an update as the room was tired. shower was very good clean and big area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025