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South Seas Motel

3.5 star property
Family-friendly Merimbula hotel connected to the convention center, a quick walk to Merimbula Marina

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Outdoor pool
Front of property
2 bedrooms, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Shower, hair dryer, towels
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

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Balcony Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Twin Room, Garden View | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Twin Room, Garden View

Highlights

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

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Standard Queen Room, Garden View | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Queen Room, Garden View

Highlights

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

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Balcony Queen Room | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Balcony Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room with Pool View

2 bedrooms, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Twin Room with Pool View

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

Map
12 Merimbula Drive, Merimbula, NSW, 2548

What's nearby

  • Merimbula Marina - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Merimbula Boardwalk - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Magic Mountain Recreational Park - 6 min drive - 0.8 miles
  • Pambula Merimbula Golf Club - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Pambula Beach - 15 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Merimbula, NSW (MIM) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Club Sapphire Merimbula - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tura Beach Country Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Waterfront Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Little Alice - ‬5 min walk

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, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Concierge services, luggage storage, and 1 meeting room
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

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

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 20.00 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: AUD 35.00
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.00 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 at South Seas Motel?

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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