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South Seas Motel

3.5 star property
Family vacations thrive at South Seas Motel with dual swimming pools, on-site BBQ facilities, and helpful concierge services to enhance the Merimbula experience

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South Seas Motel in central Merimbula is perfect for families. Relax by the outdoor pool while kids enjoy their own pool or the arcade room. Free WiFi in common areas helps plan activities. Laundry facilities add convenience, and a continental breakfast starts each day right.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Balcony Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Garden View | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Queen Room, Garden View | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Queen Room, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Balcony Queen Room | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Balcony Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room with Pool View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Room | Living area | Smart TV, DVD player

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
12 Merimbula Drive, Merimbula, NSW, 2548

What's nearby

  • Merimbula Imlay Historical Society - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Merimbula Marina - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Merimbula Boardwalk - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Main Beach Recreation Reserve - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Magic Mountain Recreational Park - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Merimbula, NSW (MIM) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Waterfront Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tura Beach Country Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Club Sapphire Merimbula - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Merimbula Aquarium & Wharf Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

South Seas Motel

Family-friendly hotel near Merimbula Marina
Located close to Magic Mountain Recreational Park and Merimbula Boardwalk, South Seas Motel provides a terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and conference space.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, concierge services, and barbecue grills
  • 1 meeting room, luggage storage, and a banquet hall
Room features
All guestrooms at South Seas Motel feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like air conditioning and WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and hair dryers
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with DVD players
  • Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking; reservations required
  • Offsite parking; reservations required
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 334 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out fee: AUD 35.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: AUD 35.00
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Seas Motel
South Seas Motel
South Seas Motel Merimbula
South Seas Merimbula
South Seas Motel Hotel
South Seas Motel Merimbula
South Seas Motel Hotel Merimbula

Frequently asked questions

Does South Seas Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is South Seas Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at South Seas Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at South Seas Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for AUD 35.00.

Where is South Seas Motel located?

This family-friendly Merimbula hotel is located near the airport, within a 15-minute walk of Merimbula Marina and Merimbula Boardwalk. Magic Mountain Recreational Park and Merimbula Aquarium are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

South Seas Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 185 out of 399 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 399 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 399 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 399 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 399 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great motel, clean, friendly and close to everything. Newly refurbished to a high standard. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
THe room was nice and comfortable. Reception staff was pleasant. Good amenties. Have stayed before so knew that it would be of a good standard.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa Dongjun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff. Convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jianping

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in, no keys required (you elect a PIN code for your room), comfortable, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Sally, the owner was helpful with local information. She was happy to re-freeze our esky ice bricks to make onward travel easier. Yes, it is an older motel, but delightfully refurbished. The room and bathroom were spotless as was bbq area. The pool was very pleasant on a hot day. All in all we couldn't have asked for more. We had a very pleasant stay in a great value motel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness
Good central location. Very friendly, welcoming staff. Very comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little motel on main road
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Motel was quiet. Close to food. Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff and wonderful central location.

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend this motel.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, large clean rooms. Close to restaurants and club, always a good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was very comfortable and will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant room with all the necessary requirements for a motel room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to restaurants and town centre
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed one night, room very tidy, bed comfortable good shower friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Meaghan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for a night
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Hadas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable and in a good location to walk to restaurants and shops. We enjoyed the little pool area as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like this motel. Closed to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

NEIL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet clean and comfortable, kitchen extremely well equipped, large bathroom, walking distance to shops and restaurants, would happily stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Cost and clean motel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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