Bordertown Motel

3.0 star property
Motel in Bordertown with a restaurant and a bar

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Garden
Exterior
Reception
Breakfast and dinner served
Property amenity

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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25 Dukes Highway, Bordertown, SA, 5268
  • Place, Memorial Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Bordertown Theatre
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Apex Park
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Twin Room, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Bordertown

Bordertown Motel places you within a mile (2 km) of Memorial Park and Apex Park. This 34-room, 3-star motel welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Memorial Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Bordertown Theatre - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Apex Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Padthaway Estate - 29 min drive - 34.5 miles
  • Little Desert National Park - 36 min drive - 27.1 miles

Getting around

  • Serviceton Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bordertown Bakery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Morning Loaf Bakery - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Woolshed Inn - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Camca Garpu - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cafe La Vie - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Bordertown Motel

Motel in Bordertown with a restaurant and a bar
Guests of Bordertown Motel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and microwave in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, free newspapers, and barbecue grills.
Guests can expect to find TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and ironing boards. Housekeeping is not 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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: AUD 4 to 20 for adults and AUD 4 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Calman's

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for AUD 30 per accommodation, per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 4 to 20 for adults, and AUD 4 to 20 for children
  • Pet fee: AUD 30 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Bordertown Motel?

Bordertown Motel offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see close to Bordertown Motel?

This motel is located in Bordertown, a short 19-minute walk from Apex Park and also 18 minutes on foot from Memorial Park. Bordertown Theatre is also within a driving distance of 1.1 mi.

Is parking available on site at Bordertown Motel?

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

Does Bordertown Motel feature a casino at the property?

No, Bordertown Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Bordertown Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Bordertown Motel good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a garden at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Bordertown Motel?

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

Does Bordertown Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Bordertown Motel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Calman's.

Will Bordertown Motel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Bordertown Motel for a fee of AUD 30 per accommodation, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Bordertown Motel?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Bordertown Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Bordertown Motel.

Bordertown Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 489 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 489 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 489 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 489 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 489 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and organised and items where in their correct position as required.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Helen

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

P

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

4/10 Poor

Kim

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing good to say
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Sharyn

Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff friendly , easy checkin , restaurant not open Friday .. rooms could do deep clean ,,easy location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Daryl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was very convenient to stay at the hotel on the way to Melbourne the day after
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Makeda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was fine and clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
It was comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Roslyn

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very old and outdated. Bed uncomfortable. When you sat on the lounge you felt like there was no substance , felt like you touched the floor. Toilet stained, vanity peeling, needs an upgrade asap
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lorraine

Liked: Staff & service
Clean tidy..room a bit small
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gerald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms looking a little tiered
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The welcome was refreshing and kind, local knowledge helped find a nice place to eat in town. Room and facilities very clean and well appointed. Would recommend it for a nice clean room to relax and revive between places
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Debra

Most expensive so far and oldest so far
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Staff & service

Needs a faclift

Pretty old motel, in need of renovation.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
This was the start of a three week trip to central Australia. The motel was a bit dated and quite expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Karl

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Guy on check in friendly enough. Room adequate but very very dated as are the grounds for what we paid.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were most flexible and accommodating as we had to alter our dates several times due to illness. Our rooms were clean and comfortable. We would recommend this hotel highly to all.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Natalia

Traveled with partner
Must have been built in the 50's and only superficially touched up over the years. Bed was ok and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ints

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Ken

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean tidy good for the money
Stayed 1 night in May 2025