Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay

4.0 star property
Sandy fun near Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre and Great Ocean Road Waterfront

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View | View from room
Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms with Terrace | Terrace/patio
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace, Ground Floor | Room amenity
Garden
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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3 Murray Street, Apollo Bay, VIC, 3233
  • Place, Great Ocean Road Waterfront
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Apollo Bay Harbour
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms with Terrace

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 753 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace, Ground Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Hill View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Garden Area

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double or Twin Room, Terrace, Ground Floor

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 645 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Room With Terrace

  • Sleeps 2

King Room with Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2

King Room with Otway Range View

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room with Patio

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Room with Spa

  • Sleeps 2

Garden Room

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room With Terrace

  • Sleeps 3

Family Apartment

  • Sleeps 5

Queen Room With Hill View

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Apollo Bay

Great Ocean Road Waterfront is within a 5-minute walk of Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay while other popular sites like Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre are within a 15-minute stroll. Each of the 20 rooms at this 4-star motel includes a refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a flat-screen TV.

What's nearby

  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Apollo Bay Golf Club - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Apollo Bay Harbour - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Marriners Lookout - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 154 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪George's Food Court - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Great Ocean Road Brewhouse - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Apollo Bay Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Apollo Bay Fishermen's Co-Op - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Chopstix Asian Noodle Bar - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay

Sandy fun near Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre and Great Ocean Road Waterfront
At Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a library, and express check-in. Free parking is available if you drive. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area. Other amenities at this beach motel include laundry facilities and a garden.
Guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and ironing boards are also 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 offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: AUD 18 for adults and AUD 18 for children

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 35.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 25.0 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 full breakfast: approximately AUD 18 for adults and AUD 18 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 25.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 35.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:30 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in is easy with express services. 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Sandpiper Apollo Bay
Sandpiper Hotel Apollo Bay
Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay/Great Ocean Road
Sandpiper Apollo Apollo
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay?

Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see close to Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay?

This motel in Apollo Bay is within a 10-minute walk of Great Ocean Road Waterfront and Apollo Bay Bowls Club. You'll also find Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Apollo Bay Harbour within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. You'll find a max of 1 space per unit.

Does Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay feature a casino at the property?

No, Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What do couples enjoy most about Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress as well as a garden and a library.

Are there hot tubs at Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay?

Yes, this motel offers private spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay offers a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay though service animals are welcome.

Does Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay?

Yes, some guestrooms at this motel offer either a balcony or a terrace where guests can enjoy garden or hill views.

Reviews

Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 517 out of 927 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 302 out of 927 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 927 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 927 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 927 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandar

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Yanzhang

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel ! But no staff in the office.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cuiqing

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. The property is well maintained and managed. It's got all you need. Will book again when I we visit the area again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Reilly

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I didn’t like the noise of the balcony door opening upstairs. It sounded as though large furniture was being moved. The guests used it a lot, though it was cool weather.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jono

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price. Very well equipped room for short stays. Bed was super comfortable and they gave us a free room upgrade. No downside.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brindan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gai

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Definitely would recommend it to friends
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect 👌
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was great. Facilities was flawless. Washing and drying was available also. Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arnel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to shops
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sacha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and well priced.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Qi Feng

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to beach and Apollo Bay Centre. Good place to stay on Great Ocean Road
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only had a short overnight stay on our trip along the Ocean Road. We arrived quite late but communication with ghe staff for a late check in was excellent and we had no problems getting into our room. The room was spacious with breakfast making facilities and a small fridge. The location is great for a stop along the Ocean Road as Apollo Bay has its own lovely beachfront, restaurants and cafes.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wenhao

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

anna

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grigory

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very well appointed room in a modern complex close to the beach, shops and restaurants. Would recommend to any one.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Samii

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was lovely and well appointed and the bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was with view of the sea and less than 5 moon walk to the beach or nearby grocery store. Other shops not much further. Everything was nice and clean and there were tea making facilities with green tea and English breakfast tea as well as Italian freeze dried coffee. The shower was good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025