Golden Palms Motel

3.5 star property
Motel in Geelong with free parking

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
Deluxe Room | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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234 Torquay Rd, Grovedale, VIC, 3216
  • Kardinia Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • GMHBA Stadium
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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Room options

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Villa Unit

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Geelong

Located in Grovedale, Golden Palms Motel is within a mile (2 km) of sights such as Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre. This 17-room, 3.5-star motel has in-room conveniences like refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

What's nearby

  • Kardinia Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • GMHBA Stadium - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Geelong Showground - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • The Carousel - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 13 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

  • Marshall Station - 3 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mad Mex - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Grovedale Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blackmans Brewery Geelong - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Town & Country Pizza & Pasta - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Golden Palms Motel

Motel in Geelong with free parking
Golden Palms Motel features free WiFi in public areas and a picnic area. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include a garden and barbecue grills.
TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: AUD 7 to 25 per person

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: AUD 50.00
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
Late check-out fee: AUD 30.00

Special check-in instructions

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 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 30 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 10.0 per night

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 continental breakfast: approximately AUD 7 to 25 per person
  • Early check-in fee: AUD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 30.00 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 30 per night

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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-7:00 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 major 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The motel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Golden Palms Grovedale
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Golden Palms Motel?

Golden Palms Motel offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Golden Palms Motel?

As of May 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Golden Palms Motel on May 31, 2025 start from $90.32, excluding 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 Golden Palms Motel?

This motel is situated in Grovedale, close to Geelong Showground, GMHBA Stadium, and Kardinia Park. You'll also find Westfield Geelong and Geelong Performing Arts Center within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Golden Palms Motel?

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

Does Golden Palms Motel have a casino on the premises?

No, Golden Palms Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Golden Palms Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does Golden Palms Motel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Golden Palms Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Golden Palms Motel offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Golden Palms Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Golden Palms Motel though service animals are welcome.

Does Golden Palms Motel have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to Golden Palms Motel?

The closest major airport to Golden Palms Motel is Avalon Airport (AVV), which is 22.6 mi away (29 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Golden Palms Motel?

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

Golden Palms Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 276 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 103 out of 276 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 276 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 276 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 276 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandra, Beaverton

Traveled with partner
Clean, well appointed rooms. Parking outside your door. All amenities considered and provided. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and excellent customer services. Highly recommend this motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Norma

Traveled with family
I am disabled and didn’t enquire regarding a suitable unit the shower soap was far too high and I had nothing to hold on to and I found toilet to low so next time I will have to find a disabled unit somewhere in Geelong
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was nice clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raylee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, very comfortable and clean. Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

darren

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
na
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good and friendly service
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Chris

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Average motel. $$$s ok. Shower cleanliness could be better.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, quick and easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly owners
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large room that was very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Charlie

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Better than I expected. Very clean and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Beverley

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lou

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very easy check in and check out, room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a great stay. Staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023