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Foreshore Motor Inn

Property class: 4

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A building with large windows and outdoor seating.
A room with a large window, a table, two chairs, and a purple sofa.
An aerial view of a coastal residential area with houses, a beach, and a large building with a red roof.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a window with curtains.
A park with a large tree, a grassy area, and a view of the ocean.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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12 Watson Tce, Whyalla, SA, 5600
  • Place, Ada Ryan Gardens
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Whyalla Foreshore
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Whyalla Marina
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Whyalla, SA (WYA)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Garden Room)

A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and blue pillows. There is a wooden nightstand with a phone and a lamp between the beds.

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Garden Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 120 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking (Ocean View Room)

A room with a large window, a table, two chairs, and a purple sofa.

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Ocean View Room)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 130 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room

A view through a sliding glass door with a garden outside.

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • 130 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking (Garden View Room)

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, and a small kitchenette.

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Garden View Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 120 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Whyalla

Foreshore Motor Inn places you next to Ada Ryan Gardens and Foreshore Park Lands. This 40-room, 4-star motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and free newspapers in the lobby.
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What's nearby

  • Ada Ryan Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Foreshore Park Lands - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Whyalla Foreshore - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Whyalla Marina - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Whyalla Hospital - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Whyalla, SA (WYA) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪New Whyalla Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Bay View - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Foreshore Motor Inn

Guests staying at Foreshore Motor Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and wedding services. Free parking is available if you drive. Other amenities at this beach motel include a TV in a common area, a picnic area, and a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch LCD TVs with digital channels. Coffee makers and free toiletries are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • 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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1965
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (10:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (11:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
Guests will receive lockbox information
If you are planning to arrive after 9 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

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from December 15 2023 to November 21 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for AUD 50 per accommodation, per day
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 25.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 25.0 per day

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: AUD 50 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 25.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 25.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck 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.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • 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

Foreshore Motor
Foreshore Motor Inn
Foreshore Motor Inn Whyalla
Whyalla Foreshore Motor
Whyalla Foreshore Motor Inn
Whyalla Foreshore Motor Inn South Australia
Foreshore Motor Whyalla
Foreshore Motor Inn Whyalla South Australia
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Foreshore Motor Inn Whyalla
Foreshore Motor Inn Motel Whyalla

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Foreshore Motor Inn?

Foreshore Motor Inn offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do near Foreshore Motor Inn?

This motel is located in Whyalla, just steps from Ada Ryan Gardens and Foreshore Park Lands, and within a short walk of Whyalla Foreshore. You'll also find Whyalla Marina and Jessop-White Park less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Foreshore Motor Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Free RV/bus/truck parking and wheelchair-accessible parking are also available for guests.

Does Foreshore Motor Inn include a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at Foreshore Motor Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Foreshore Motor Inn?

At this waterfront motel, couples will appreciate amenities like wedding services plus some guestrooms include an ocean view and free WiFi.

Does Foreshore Motor Inn have a hot tub?

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

Does Foreshore Motor Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

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

Will Foreshore Motor Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Foreshore Motor Inn for a fee of AUD 50 per accommodation, per day.

Does Foreshore Motor Inn have connecting rooms available?

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

Where is the closest airport to Foreshore Motor Inn?

The closest major airport to Foreshore Motor Inn is Whyalla, SA (WYA), which is 4.1 mi away (8 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Foreshore Motor Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Foreshore Motor Inn.

Does Foreshore Motor Inn host weddings?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Foreshore Motor Inn.

Foreshore Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 304 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 106 out of 304 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 304 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 304 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 304 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property overlooks the beach which is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good location. well presented
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very old motel hopefully the plans to build a new one go ahead
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were incredible and so helpful with an issue with our online booking (not on their end at all) They went above and beyond to help sort it and calm me down. Will definitely stay there again!! And the view/location is gorgeous 😍
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No dining / breakfast facilities Bathroom very dated Staff lovely and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fit for purpose very neat and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness
The heater didn’t really work but over all clean and fantastic view
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Anthony

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very old and outdated cracked basin dirty toilet and floor no land line : breakfast unavailable walk to the cafe you have to be joking
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Maria

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location - but over priced for the offering

The Foreshore hotel has one thing going for it - the foreshore. Lovely to be close to the sea and if you booked the right room you can see it out the window. But other than that it is tired and dated and over priced for what you get. I appreciate they are going to knock it over and build a big new place soon but until then, this place is over priced for the level of comfort. The bed noisy, fan in bathroom nearly caught fire, shower leaked and bathroom like something out of the 1960s.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

thorkild

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Dissappinting

According to them they offered breakfeast. But reality no. I had to go to local restaurant to get that. Thechotel is old and worn. I stayed a full week and the room wasent cleaned several times.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

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

Overnight stay to break up a journey

After spending a week in Eyre Peninsula, I stayed at the Foreshore to break up my return drive to Adelaide. Having stayed here before, I knew it would be a pleasant experience. Being a weekend, the restaurant and reception were closed, so I did not have an opportunity to meet with the staff or dine locally. The rooms are very much your typical motor inn, good value with pleasant condition. While the Foreshore cafe no longer seems to be open (at least nor on weekends), I was able to walk to and from the local pubs 10-15 minutes away My ground floor room was quiet and very little passing traffic, and I was able to walk the shore and nearby Ada Ryan Gardens safely and comfortably. Will be looking forward to visiting after the planned redevelopment, knowing it is good value already,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Tracy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outdated, cups and glass were small - couldn’t have a coffee in the morning. Room smelt funny. Lack of designated parking and very noisy. Expensive for what it was!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is in an excellent location with lovely views and easy accessibility
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The closeness of the foreshore and the view across the water.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mardi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Given the property will soon undergo massive redevelopment these comments will become invalid. Bed is in need of replacing. Very soft, so if you have a back injury or the like it may be quite sore the next morning. Bathroom very dated and old. Shower screen loose at floor, shower pressure great. Ocean view is awesome, room is decent size and close to beach and foreshore cafe now run by Smokey Uppercuts. Which was delish. Looking forward to try again once the redevelopment has been completed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Booking site said there was a restaurant on site. One of the main reasons for booking. Had been closed for some time. Please get the booking site up to date. Motel staff said they had advised the booking site repeatedly. Not good enough. Staff at motel could not have been more helpfull
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was small but clean and well kept. Bathroom was particularly small. The room was a bit dated and dark. We were disappointed as the only door opened onto the unshaded carpark, and as we had our dog with us we had to walk her across the hot asphalt to get to the parl on the other side of the building. Would be much nicer if there was access to the garden from the rooms. Generally we felt it was a bit overpriced, though the location was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Simone

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is very dated and worn and needs a complete Reno. They could really get a good share of the market if they took advantage of the locality and made it more up market. We were there Sunday to Monday and were really shocked and disappointed that the restaurant was not open on the weekends, for that matter practically nothing in Whyalla is. We literally had to go and buy prawns and salad from Woolies for lunch because we got to town at 130 and by the time we found a pub, the kitchens had closed-we didn’t want junk food. We did find a pub for dinner but it wasn’t the kind of atmosphere many would feel comfortable with. There was literally nothing else open. The only up side of the stay was, the bed was relatively comfy, the shower was pretty good, and the staff rang the next day to let me know we had left something behind. They were the only real positives. Overall disappointing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and quiet, staff in reception were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness and spaciousness of rooms
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Arianne

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean View
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was only overnight. The accommodation is very tired. Apparently it will be bulldozed later this year
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Margot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I understand a new development is planned but in the meantime the motel is very old and dingy. Bathroom is so far outdated it’s ridiculous.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021