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Taft Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Motel with free parking, 4-minute walk to Glenelg Beach

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Studio | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Studio | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster
Studio | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV
Apartment | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster
Apartment | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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18 Moseley Street, Glenelg, SA, 5045
  • Place, Glenelg Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Glenelg Jetty
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, The Beachhouse
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Adelaide, SA (ADL)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Studio | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio

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

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Apartment | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

Apartment

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

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Studio | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Adelaide

Located in Glenelg, Taft Motor Inn is within a 5-minute walk of sights such as Glenelg Beach and Jetty Road. This 12-room, 3.5-star motel has in-room conveniences like microwaves, electric kettles, and flat-screen TVs.
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What's nearby

  • Jetty Road - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Glenelg Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Glenelg Jetty - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Beachhouse - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Moseley Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Adelaide Hove Station - 5 min drive
  • Moseley Square (Stop 17) Tram Stop - 5 min walk
  • Adelaide, SA Airport (ADL) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cibo Espresso - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Superette - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Jetty Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pasta Go Go - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Terra & Sol - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Taft Motor Inn

Motel with free parking, 4-minute walk to Glenelg Beach
Taft Motor Inn features free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. There's free parking if you drive. This motel also has laundry facilities.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Microwaves, electric kettles, and ironing boards are also available. Weekly housekeeping is available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 3-device limit

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Service fee: 4 percent
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent

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

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Free WiFi in public areas has a 3-device limit.

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

Is a free cancellation option available at Taft Motor Inn?

Taft Motor Inn provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around Taft Motor Inn?

This motel is situated in Glenelg, just steps from Moseley Square and Jetty Road, and within a short walk of Glenelg Beach. You'll also find The Beachhouse and Holdfast Marina less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Taft Motor Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Taft Motor Inn include a casino on the premises?

No, Taft Motor Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Taft Motor Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Taft Motor Inn?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this motel, including jetted bathtubs, kitchens, and courtyard views in some guestrooms.

Does Taft Motor Inn have a hot tub?

No, but some guestrooms at this motel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does Taft Motor Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Taft Motor Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Taft Motor Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Taft Motor Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at Taft Motor Inn?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

How close is the airport from Taft Motor Inn?

The closest major airport to Taft Motor Inn is Adelaide, SA Airport (ADL), which is 5.6 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Taft Motor Inn?

No, at Taft Motor Inn, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Taft Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 209 out of 385 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 137 out of 385 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 385 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 385 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 385 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Brian

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Got to location and rang 24hr reception and did not get a response for two hours . Not happy as you need a key code to get into room . Nobody on site ,this is not clear in advert on wotif. Room had hard rubbish furnishings. Not recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

JJAY

Appartment we stayed in needed maintenance. No cord on blinds so we couldn't open them, dining table very unstable and not safe to use as it was a glass top. Unfortunately these appartments are not manned which we where unaware of when we booked.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

MEAGAN

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Loved our apartment and the location. Definitely value for money. Modern decor and facilities were lovely. The bathroom needs a good clean as grout and shower screen had a lot of soap scum. Also the toilet bowl wasn't clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Fei

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

Convenient

Clean and convenient to city centre for Coles or to beach. Only one difficulty for me is with wheelchair that I need to go up on 1/ F by stair case. Overall is good to stay with families.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, comfy bed and room. However the key pad to get into the room was a little dodgy and hard to get in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is so close to the main area and at a reasonable price.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lynette

Well located in Glenelg
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Morkos

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We expected an older style unit in need of a facelift. We didn’t expect a unit that was in a state of disrepair! NOT CLEAN. Bathroom ceiling had huge patch of paint/plaster coming away with what looked like mould. The vanity had a drawer taped together with packing tape and there were holes in the wall where I assume there was once a towel rail. Wall lights above both beds didn’t work. Huge amount of light comes into the bedroom from outside security lights despite the blinds. Unit 22 is only carpark not marked so you get to play guess where to park. We contacted the property with our concerns before leaving this review.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Catherine

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No front desk or staff at property so no mechanism to checkin aside from dodgy looking link outside hotels.com with extra fee at 4%, which doesn't align with the ACCC. Despite checkin being at 2pm, I was sent details on how to access room at 5pm.The carparking is essentially on street, not covered. Rooms are accessible directly to street. No conditioner provided. Went to use a mug and the first 3 I pulled out of the cupboard were dirty.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After 4 attempts I eventually found a clean coffee mug. The sliding door to bathroom/toilet does not completely close so it's a bit embarrassing if anybody is in the kitchen opposite. I'm sure these issues can be followed up as it's a great unit with easy access to all that Glenelg has to offer. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Max

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Cheap and close to Glenelg.

Cheap and close stay to the restaurants in Glenelg. It’s honest accommodation so don’t judge it too harshly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

BRANKO

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

Comfortable

As usual very comfortable convenient stay at the taft never let us down just ideal for the beach and shopping.kids nice and safe and so close to playground
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Location, clean safe. Difficult to get into at first - not used to codes.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

BRANKO

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable

Our stay to place the taft is convenient comfortable and so close to all facilities wr always enjoy our stay at this place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Traveled with partner
The room could have been cleaner. The shower pipes rattled. Please repaint numbers on car parks so it is easy to see. It was a convenient location for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, kitchenette, Kayo and Netflix on TV, quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Nathan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room modern enough only bad thing is only 5 mins of hot water
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Gina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Generally a nice apartment and stay. Downsides -queen bed was SO firm it was difficult to sleep, there was a lot of “people” noise from a close apartment during the middle of the night on several nights and we had problems every time we left the apartment to lock the door which was SUPER annoying.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness
Just a couple of things that would not be difficult to put right namely: Blinds in bed room and lounge both needed attention Wall lights were inoperative in lounge and bedroom Tie cords on electric blanket were untied An information sheet for the microwave would have been useful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The location was great. Quick walk to Jetty Road and the beach. The room was clean although could have done with some maintenance. Bathroom ceiling had paint peeling and some parts of wall had plaster missing. The first room we had, there were issues with the blind not working. After some back and forth with the representative on the phone, we were given another room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Kristen

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, good rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024