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Reviews of Whalers Rest Motor Inn 3.5 stars

714 Henty Highway, 3305 Portland, Australia

#30 of 38 hotels in Portland

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 358 hotel reviews

7.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.2

  • Location

    7.7

  • Facilities

    7.8

  • Staff

    8.5

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.3

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  • Reviewed: 21 May 2024

    7.0
    Adequate but tired
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Interior a bit tired and in need of update. Expectation of doing dishes in bathroom but off..

    Location quiet. Oldish but adequate and priced accordingly.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Executive Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The aircon/heater and fan in the bathroom are too noisy

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Suite - Room 14
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice and clean. Quite location for a short break. The owner of the motel is extremely friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our stay. Recommended to anyone. Thanks.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    8.0
    Overall the room suited us and our needs.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    It is expected that we wash any dishes used however it is quite difficult to wash them in the small bathroom sink. Also we were unable to fit the kettle under the tap to fill it so we had to fill the kettle using a mug under the tap then pour it into the kettle. Not a big deal, just a bit annoying. The shower also had quite a bit of black mould around the base.

    The location suited us really well and we were able to park our large trailer onsite not far from our room which was great.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    7.0
    no
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nil

    no

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The door handle was broken to the front door

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

    9.0
    Calm and good place. The person in reception is so kind and like the hospitality offered from him.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Executive Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    I have left in morning, so have no idea

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2024

    9.0
    Lovely place, plenty of room and friendly owners.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Had to wash dishes in the bathroom sink. Thought a better idea would be that the owners washed the dishes in a dishwasher therefore next tenants would be guaranteed clean dishes.

    Location and room size

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    7.0
    Perfect for a one night stay-over.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Executive Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The only thing I found somewhat under par was the inside of the microwave. I know you can't always have brand new appliances and things can get a little worn while still being very clean. However, the area under the rotating plate wasn't just a little rusty, it had a little food crust on it in places. Nothing major but a little off-putting. It is just a little too far from the town for a leisurely walk-in. But if you're looking for a quiet, comfy, well-equipped place for a night before travelling on, then it certainly fits the bill.

    I didn't order breakfast, so I can't comment on that. The room was ample, clean, very quiet and private. There was plenty of hot water and the pressure was very good. The staff were very friendly and obliging. Parking area is large, not cramped.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2024

    8.0
    It was a comfortable stopover in a quiet location in easy access to Portland.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathroom space was very small.

    Very spacious room with lounge and small table made the room very comfortable

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Executive Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Reception staff was welcoming. Room Basic but clean and value for money. Was great that there was toaster, kettle, microwave, cutlery. Was quiet and got good night's rest after long drive. And good shower.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No shampoo or conditioner Beds were very hard

    Overall it was what we needed for a night.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    9.0
    For the 2 nights I stayed the room was clean, comfortable and the Owners were lovely.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Executive Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Being in Room 1 I did hear the Laundry going half the night. Maybe next time a room at the end of the premises away from the Laundry would be good :)

    The Owners run the Motel very well. The cleaning lady was excellent at her job. Others staying there were quiet and that made it easier to get my work done.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    9.0
    A nice place to stop over for an extra days work.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Executive Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    N/A

    The Room was clean and quiet for the night.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 December 2023

    9.0
    Value for money in Portland Victoria
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Executive Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    If car-less then a distance from Portland CBD.

    Large room well appointed for travellers staying a few days. Friendly staff. Electric blankets, reverse cycle air conditioning, TV, crockery and cutlery. Breakfast making facilities. Space for kids to play safely.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 December 2023

    9.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Suite - Room 14
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some complication with payment via bookings.com

    Clean and well suited to five people

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2023

    9.0
    Easy & Hospitable
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Executive Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Large rooms

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Executive Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Motel was easy to find and had all the amenities I needed. The bed and pillows were extremely comfortable. At all times the management were very communicative. The price was very reasonable as well. I would stay there again.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 November 2023

    7.0
    Accommodation facilities
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We were in the family room with four people I was disappointed the sofa didn't have a folding bed inside also tea and coffee bags were hidden away

    Close proximity to the town of Portland good signage from the highway facilities were good for the money we paid room was clean and tidy.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 November 2023

    7.0
    Good rest, quiet at night
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Comfortable room, very friendly and helpful reception staff. We had a good rest. No noise at night from outside. Would stay again.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 November 2023

    8.0
    Great location, very comfortable room, great parking and great value,
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The use of a room freshener spray would have enhanced the experience.

    Didn't have the breakfast but the location suited our needs perfectly. It was great to have room to park my boat as this enabled me to fish during the day, stay over night at the motel and then fish again the next morning before heading home.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2023

    8.0
    Will happily come back 😀
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Executive Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would prefer a bar of soap in the bathroom instead of body wash

    It was quiet

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2023

    8.0
    Whale of Value
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Executive Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing negative

    Price suited me as a Pensioner. Was a large room, which was a nice change from others.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2023

    8.0
    Nice, caring people
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    Our room was very spacious & comfy We loved that the big window looked out to a private back garden - meant we could leave the curtains open...lovely Nav, the owner/manager, let us leave our car while we walked the GSWW & made room for us when we arrived back earlier than planned.

    Stayed in October 2023

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