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Charlies Motor Lodge

Property class: 2

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A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside lamps, a painting on the wall, and a carpeted floor.
A modern room with a dark sofa, a small table with a remote control, and a painting of a landscape on the wall.
A reception desk with a clock, a calendar, and various informational posters on the wall.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a kettle, and a small refrigerator.
A row of two-story buildings with balconies, a driveway, and outdoor seating areas.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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23 Essex St, Balclutha, Otago Region, 9230
  • Place, Southern Institute of Technology
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaka Point Scenic Reserve
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaka Point Beach
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Studio

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a sofa, and a wall-mounted picture.

Studio

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern room with a dark sofa, a small table with a remote control, and a painting of a landscape on the wall.

Family Apartment

  • 538 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside lamps, a painting on the wall, and a carpeted floor.

Studio Suite

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Apartment

  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Balclutha

Charlies Motor Lodge places you within a 15-minute drive of Southern Institute of Technology and Shaws Island. This 12-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Southern Institute of Technology - 8 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Kaka Point Scenic Reserve - 31 min drive - 16.6 miles
  • Kaka Point Beach - 31 min drive - 16.8 miles
  • Catlins Lake - 35 min drive - 25.8 miles
  • Nugget Point Lighthouse - 57 min drive - 22.8 miles

Getting around

  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe 55 - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Heart and Soul Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Colado - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Canton Takeaways - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gin's Restaurant - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Charlies Motor Lodge

Guests staying at Charlies Motor Lodge enjoy free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with satellite channels. Ironing boards are also included. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of Charlies Motor Lodge?

This motel is located in Balclutha, close to Shaws Island.

How much does it cost to stay at Charlies Motor Lodge?

As of Sep 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charlies Motor Lodge on Sep 19, 2026 start from $76, including 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.

Is there parking available at Charlies Motor Lodge?

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

Does Charlies Motor Lodge include a casino?

No, Charlies Motor Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Charlies Motor Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Charlies Motor Lodge?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Charlies Motor Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Charlies Motor Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Charlies Motor Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Charlies Motor Lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at Charlies Motor Lodge?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Charlies Motor Lodge?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Charlies Motor Lodge.

Charlies Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 4 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LISA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a 2 bedroom unit. It was very spacious and comfortable. Great for short or long stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was good, no complaints from me
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
First of all the room was freezing and the little heater was not adequate. There was no heat whatsoever in the bathroom and cold air was coming in around the windows. The worst thing was that the curtain on the sliding door (main entrance to the room) would not close the whole way so there was an 18 inch gap for anybody walking by to look into our room. Not okay. The only good part was the shower had HOT water and the towels were surprisingly soft.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Shelley

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The shower was over the spa bath. You couldnt use spa bath or as bath. The Bath itself leaked all water out side of bath through a hole someone had cut to allow it to drain and leaked through from wall over floor to drain. Hours later water still leaking out which meant puddles of water even in the night. After a shower the water was also spurting out of the hole like a small hose was spurting water. Tried to tell motel in morning but no one answered reception even though rang bell many times. Had to go to an appointment. When finished returned telling them we had checked out that morning and wanted the 2nd night refunded due to water issue and no one here in morning to tell. They offered another room. We declined as didnt want more issues to deal with. They are ignoring contact to refund which is not on when their accommodation is not up to standard. We stayed there in good faith. Considering new owners a few months back, this is not the way to start a new business for yourself. Also the wIndows and door so wet in morning, they were soaked. Never had this in a motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026