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Summerhill Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Lakefront motel in Merimbula with free parking

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Exterior
Seasonal outdoor pool
Fountain
Executive Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Ground Floor | Living area | 65-inch Smart TV with digital channels
Family Studio, Kitchenette, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio
Travelers find a home-like atmosphere at Summerhill Motor Inn, with its peaceful lakeside location. Enjoy a serene garden, high-speed WiFi, and a refreshing seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can gather around the barbecue grills for casual meals with family or friends.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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View all photos for Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Living area | 65-inch Smart TV with digital channels

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Upstairs Economy Queen Room | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Upstairs Economy Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Kitchenette

Standard Twin Room, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Upstairs Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Upstairs Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Ground Floor

Executive Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Ground Floor | Living area | 65-inch Smart TV with digital channels

Executive Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Lake View Balcony Room

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Lake View Balcony Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Studio, Kitchenette, Ground Floor

Family Studio, Kitchenette, Ground Floor | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Family Studio, Kitchenette, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Merimbula, Summerhill Motor Inn is in the city center and on a lake. Merimbula Marina and Tura Beach Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Spencer Park Beach and Magic Mountain Recreational Park. Merimbula Aquarium and Potoroo Palace are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching.
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24-26 Merimbula Drive, Merimbula, NSW, 2548

What's nearby

  • Merimbula Marina - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Merimbula Boardwalk - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Short Point Recreation Reserve - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Magic Mountain Recreational Park - 6 min drive - 0.8 miles
  • Pambula Merimbula Golf Club - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Merimbula, NSW (MIM) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Waterfront Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tura Beach Country Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dulcie's Cottage - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sunset Kiosk - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Summerhill Motor Inn

Motel by the lake
Summerhill Motor Inn provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, smoke-free premises, and barbecue grills
  • Multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Summerhill Motor Inn feature thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 65-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1990
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive after 8 PM must contact the property by 2 PM on the same day and prior to arrival to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from September to April

Property is also known as

Summerhill Motor
Summerhill Motor Inn
Summerhill Motor Inn Merimbula
Summerhill Motor Merimbula
Summerhill Motor Inn Adult Merimbula
Summerhill Motor Inn Adult
Summerhill Motor Adult Merimbula
Summerhill Motor Adult
Summerhill Motor Inn Motel
Summerhill Motor Inn Merimbula
Summerhill Motor Inn Adult Only
Summerhill Motor Inn Motel Merimbula

Frequently asked questions

Does Summerhill Motor Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Summerhill Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Summerhill Motor Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Summerhill Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summerhill Motor Inn?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Summerhill Motor Inn located?

Located in the heart of Merimbula, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Merimbula Imlay Historical Society and Merimbula Marina. Merimbula Boardwalk and Spencer Park Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Summerhill Motor Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 237 out of 400 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 135 out of 400 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 400 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 400 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 400 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms, easy check in..
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Summerhill motor in was a good place to stay and is very close to all the shopping centers and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were great & was a comfortable place to stay overnight
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location, good bathroom that had just been renovated
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

g

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location. 2 free EV charges as a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room with excellent amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great overnight stop with fogs
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts of summerhill were very friendly accommodating and knowledgeable of the attractions and tours to do. Highly recommend this place to stay at.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Len

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room clean and tidy wonderful bath facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

Lovely Stay

Excellent location close to shops. Modern amenities and bonus Netflix. Wonderful stay. Lovely host
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The outside of building a bit run down but rooms were actually pretty good. No views and about 1km from water. Near enough to shops etc just a short walk.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Derek

Basic motel in country town. That is all folks !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and clean short walk to shops and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly owners. A great location. Wish we could’ve stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here a few times & have always had a warm welcome. I will stay here again without a doubt
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Second time I’ve stayed here. Clean, centrally located and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location. Clean and spacious room. Staff are very friendly and courteous.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tomislav

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

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Friendly staff, close proximity to Merimbula shops and the water. We always stay here when in Merimbula. :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to the shops
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, easy and even has electric vehicle recharge parking spots
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sevinc

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

Clean and comfortable

Great location walking distance to shops and cafes. Rooms were clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was super comfy & the room was super clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

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