Otway Gate Motel

2.5 star property

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BBQ/picnic area
Property amenity
Meeting facility
Reception
Courtyard

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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52-56 Murray Street East, Colac, VIC, 3250
  • Place, Colac Botanic Gardens
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Colac
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Bluewater Leisure Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Bunk room

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

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 54 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 54 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 54 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Colac

Otway Gate Motel is located within a mile (2 km) of Lake Colac and Colac Botanic Gardens. The 18 rooms at this motel include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

What's nearby

  • Colac Botanic Gardens - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Lake Colac - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Bluewater Leisure Centre - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Great Otway National Park - 15 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Lorne Country Club - 49 min drive - 40.9 miles

Getting around

  • Colac Station - 17 min walk
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Bella Hope Coffee - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Ritcho's Bakery - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Shannon’s Cafe - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Otway Gate Motel

Guests of Otway Gate Motel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a business center. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area, and a garden.
LCD TVs come with DVD players. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and hair dryers. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • 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 4.50 to 150 per person

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space

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.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
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 7 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20.00 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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 4.50 to 150.00 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20.00 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 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-9:30 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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 and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Otway Gate Motel Colac
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Otway Gate Motel?

Otway Gate Motel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Otway Gate Motel?

As of Jun 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Otway Gate Motel on Jun 21, 2026 start from $111, 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.

What is there to do close to Otway Gate Motel?

This motel is located in Colac within a short 17-minute walk of Lake Colac. You'll also find Colac Botanic Gardens and Colac Golf Course within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Otway Gate Motel?

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

Does Otway Gate Motel feature a casino at the property?

No, Otway Gate Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Otway Gate Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What do couples enjoy most about Otway Gate Motel?

Couples staying at this motel will value amenities like a rainfall showerhead, a garden view in some guestrooms, as well as a garden.

Does Otway Gate Motel have a hot tub?

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

Does Otway Gate Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Otway Gate Motel offers a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Otway Gate Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Otway Gate Motel though service animals are welcome.

Does Otway Gate Motel have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this motel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Otway Gate Motel?

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

Otway Gate Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 203 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 203 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 203 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 203 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 203 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel. Clean, comfortable and walking distance to town
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfy, good value, lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Judith

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I had a very pleasant stay. The room was very comfortable. The location is close to the Botanical Garden and the lake, but also not far from the town center.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very efficient, friendly and helpful. The room was very clean and substantial.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place and convenient to main area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Saman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, friendly staff, clean rooms, highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room with lots of amenities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay. The rooms are clean and newly renovated.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Although the motel did not look very exciting from the outside, once inside a room it was very clean and worked well.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots off room to park and very clean good stuff and lovely place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Hiu Ching

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The motel is very clean and comfy. Host was very helpful and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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8/10 Good

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and friendliness of staff and helpfull
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean and a great place to stay. The communication was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kaye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Can always depend on the rooms being A1 in all aspects.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hafizullah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best room and more clean Everything available
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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8/10 Good

Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly helpful and understanding
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well presented room. Is on a main route but traffic noise not tooo bad. Very friendly staff gave good tip for dining out.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Comfy spot for an overnight stay

Quick overnight stay. Friendly staff. Clean and comfort rooms. Bit of noise from the road.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Azian

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable. Parking at the door. Good position in town. Has been renovated recently with quality furnishings and fittings. Owner was very friendly on check in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and cared for by the owners. It shows they take pride in their business. I will definitely stay again next time I pass through Colac.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023