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El Lago Waters Motel

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A pool area with umbrellas, palm trees, and a view of the sea. - El Lago Waters Motel (The Entrance)
A reception desk with a clock, a framed picture, a potted plant, a sign, and a magazine rack. - El Lago Waters Motel (The Entrance)
A hallway with a staircase, framed pictures on the walls, and a carpeted floor. - El Lago Waters Motel (The Entrance)
A pool area with a clear blue sky, surrounded by palm trees and a brick patio. - El Lago Waters Motel (The Entrance)
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with a view of buildings. - El Lago Waters Motel (The Entrance)
Located close to Pelican Plaza and Blue Bay Beach, El Lago Waters Motel provides a rooftop terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room. Free wired internet is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and conference space.

Reviews

5.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Showing 11 of 11 rooms

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with chairs.

Executive Room

  • Partial lake view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a chair.

Lake View Room

  • Lake view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

Executive Suite Double Room

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

Super Executive Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer and a microwave, a chair, and a mirror.

Basic Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Pool | Seasonal outdoor pool

Standard Room with Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Pool View Room

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Sundeck Room

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with three single beds, each with white linens and decorative headboards. There are bedside tables with lamps and a telephone on one of the tables. The room has a carpeted floor and a framed picture on the wall.

Family Room

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

Located in The Entrance, El Lago Waters Motel is connected to a shopping center. Magenta Shores Golf Course and Kooindah Waters Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Blue Bay Beach and Magenta Shores Beach. Traveling with kids? Don't miss Pelican Plaza. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our The Entrance travel guide
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41 The Entrance Road, The Entrance, NSW, 2261

What's nearby

  • A beach with waves crashing onto the shore, a rocky breakwater, and buildings in the background.
    Entrance Beach
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, ocean waves, and a distant city skyline.
    Wyrrabalong National Park
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A coastal scene with waves and a cloudy sky.
    Blue Bay Beach
    3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Pelican Plaza
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Entrance Ocean Baths
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Tuggerah Station
    23 min drive
  • Wyong Station
    26 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD)
    105 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Lakes Hotel
    9 min walk
  • Long Jetty Takeaway
    3 min drive
  • Coco Rice & Noodle Bar
    7 min walk
  • Long Jetty Charcoal Chicken
    4 min drive
  • Neighbours Cafe
    4 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

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 parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 58-cm TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 25.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1 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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Alipay and WeChat Pay
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 fire extinguisher
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
This property may place an authorization for 1 night's rate for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking using the credit card submitted during the reservation process.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from October 15 to April 30
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Frequently asked questions

Does El Lago Waters Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is El Lago Waters Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at El Lago Waters Motel?

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

What time is check-out at El Lago Waters Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is El Lago Waters Motel located?

This family-friendly The Entrance motel is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Pelican Plaza and Blue Bay Beach. Magenta Shores Beach and Magenta Shores Golf Course are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

El Lago Waters Motel Reviews

5.2

5.2

Cleanliness

5.2

Amenities

6.0

Staff & service

4.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 107 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

DONNA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and comfortable room. A pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness
Good clean nice spot
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Muni

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff are good. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

chris

Clean room. Adequate amenities
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Laila

Disliked: Amenities
Pool wasn’t working. Great location. The room does the job but don’t expect much.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel is run down. Broken tiles, TV didn’t work. It’s a good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Brett

Staff were great, only issue was the state of the hotel itself. Pictures
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was comfortable and clean. We could not operate the tv and the light switch in the bathroom was very difficult to turn on/ otherwise OK
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Juan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property needs a proper urgent renovation. The location is fantastic but the maintenance of the building needs a lot of work, thank you very much
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Sil

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds where uncomfortable, only one grass for four people , broken wardrobe door, tv Airlie dosent work … Phone lines don’t work? Couldn’t get tho to communicate checkin details Very veery tired resort , needs loads of maintenance Up side great location and pool was great .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It's a quiet location but the property needs upgrading lots! There was work happening machinery going after 9pm however!!?
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Eleni

Room was in good condition, although the sliding door couldn't be locked. On the final night there was no water pressure and the hot water was non existent.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

amanda

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was extremely poor - stained carpet squares, poor drainage in shower, no deadlock on door, door frames exposed, someone working downstairs outside our balcony until 10:30pm (grinding bricks), no smoking yet we could smell smoke from the lady smoking openly and continuously for hours. Outside the hotel was also in disrepair! There were renovations happening - too little loot late I believe! The pool was clean and did look inviting. Certainly not worth the money!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

DAVID

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Air conditioning not functional, pool not operating (due to resealing), rooms not previously cleaned to any standards. "FAMILY ROOM" not safe, no safety screen on a third floor windows. Location is superb however.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karbela Fathul

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

No Remote control

The bed just soo comfort, firm and soft. However, AC is not working, no TV remote cannot control channel or even volume.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Christopher

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ac worked. View of water. balcony windows and doors construction were really bad. plexiglas was added to fill in the gaps. this wasnt secure. Bed sheet cover was dirty with some sort of fluid stain. Mold in the bathroom. Kitchen looked average (we didnt use it)...during the "renovations" they have painted over the sunken kitchen lights. Floor wasnt vacuumed or if it was they hadnt done a good job. the wardrobes had leftover like hand rails or bathroom towel rack. Looked like some pretty shady people hanging around in the back carpark. Cars driving a couple of meters past the front door doing 50km/h. Staff were nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Annastaice

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was piles of rotten rubbish right next to the exit door at the car park. The outside photos on the website are old- the outside is not maintained at all. Our room had dead silverfish in the bath and dead bugs on the floor. The bed was broken and dipped down on the top right hand side. The door chain was missing- which made us feel very unsafe with the domestic violence that carried on until 3am in the morning. There was no tea or coffee in the rooms or spare blankets. Very over priced for the state of the place and its surroundings. I wish I could rate this higher as the staff were lovely on check in.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and pool were great Had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and can recommend thus motel. Close to shops and comfy place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable stay and good staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Danish

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Very good surroundings but stay was just okay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good just
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sensational stay! Exceptionally peaceful. Plenty of room for the whole family. Great pool. Off street parking. Close by to a smorgasbord of cafes and restaurants! Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026