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Golden Palms Motel

3.5 star property
Geelong motel in Grovedale with free parking

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms
Indoor pool

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb

Explore the area

Map
234 Torquay Rd, Grovedale, VIC, 3216
  • Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Geelong, VIC (GEX)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Queen Room

Standard Queen Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Villa Unit

Villa Unit

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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About the area

Geelong

At Golden Palms Motel you'll be 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre and 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Plus you'll find a picnic area and luggage storage. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this 3.5-property class Grovedale motel you'll find Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre - 2 min drive
  • Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus - 4 min drive
  • Kardinia Park - 6 min drive
  • GMHBA Stadium - 6 min drive
  • Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Marshall Station - 3 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mad Mex - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Grovedale Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blackmans Brewery Geelong - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Town & Country Pizza & Pasta - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Golden Palms Motel

Geelong motel in Grovedale with free parking
As a guest of Golden Palms Motel, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Geelong motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Golden Palms Motel offers 17 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Geelong motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: AUD 7 to 25 per person

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: AUD 50.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 30.00

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 30 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 7 to 25 per person
  • Early check-in fee: AUD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 30.00 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 30 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Golden Palms Grovedale
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Golden Palms Motel?

Golden Palms Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Golden Palms Motel?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Golden Palms Motel on 23 Feb 2025 start from AU$175.10, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Golden Palms Motel?

Yep, Golden Palms Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Golden Palms Motel?

The closest beach to Golden Palms Motel is Eastern Beach (6.6 km).

Is Golden Palms Motel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a BBQ and a picnic area, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Golden Palms Motel is a hit with families.

Does Golden Palms Motel serve breakfast?

Yep, continental brekkie is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Golden Palms Motel?

No, Golden Palms Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Golden Palms Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Golden Palms Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Golden Palms Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 273 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 273 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 273 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 273 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 273 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and excellent customer services. Highly recommend this motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Norma

Travelled with family
I am disabled and didn’t enquire regarding a suitable unit the shower soap was far too high and I had nothing to hold on to and I found toilet to low so next time I will have to find a disabled unit somewhere in Geelong
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raylee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, very comfortable and clean. Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

darren

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
na
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

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

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good and friendly service
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Chris

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Average motel. $$$s ok. Shower cleanliness could be better.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, quick and easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly owners
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large room that was very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Charlie

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Better than I expected. Very clean and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Beverley

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lou

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very easy check in and check out, room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a great stay. Staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommend
Small kitchen ✔️ Extremely clean ✔️ Great location ✔️(Grovesdale hotel right next door - really fantastic pub) Heating, cooling, electric blankets ✔️ *The only issues were one electric was loose & the plug kept falling out of the power point & the curtains didn’t quite close properly But l would still highly recommend the Golden Palm :)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Well placed for my visit. I was in a back unit away from traffic noise
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023