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Blue Lake Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, near Umpherston Sinkhole

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Fridge, microwave
Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave
Standard Triple Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Blue Lake Motel, near Mount Gambier Central, offers genuine hospitality with friendly staff. Guests enjoy practical in-room WiFi, free self parking, express check-out, and secure luggage storage for hassle-free exploration.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Basic Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Triple Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Triple Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2016
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Triple Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Hair dryer
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family Double Room (Interconnected Family Room) | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Double Room (Interconnected Family Room)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
  • 18 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Mount Gambier is home to Blue Lake Motel. Umpherston Sinkhole and Old Mount Gambier Gaol are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cave Gardens and Olympic Park. Mount Gambier Central and Blue Lake are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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Map
1 Kennedy Avenue, Mount Gambier, SA, 5290

What's nearby

  • Umpherston Sinkhole - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cave Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Mount Gambier Central - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Olympic Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Blue Lake Reserve - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Mount Gambier, SA (MGB) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪South Eastern Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Presto Eatery - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Blue Lake Motel

Motel near Umpherston Sinkhole
Located close to Cave Gardens and Mount Gambier Central, Blue Lake Motel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Barbecue grills and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Blue Lake Motel include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Communal kitchens with refrigerators and microwaves
  • Daily housekeeping and desks

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 4:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: AUD 15 for adults and AUD 15 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
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 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 15 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • 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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Blue Lake Motel Mount Gambier
Blue Lake Motel Motel
Blue Lake Motel Mount Gambier
Blue Lake Motel Motel Mount Gambier

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Lake Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Blue Lake Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Lake Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Blue Lake Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Blue Lake Motel located?

Situated in Mount Gambier, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Umpherston Sinkhole, Cave Gardens, and Mount Gambier Central. Old Mount Gambier Gaol and Olympic Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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