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Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay

4.0 star property
4-star beach motel near Apollo Bay Harbour

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Exterior
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area | Private kitchen
Interior detail
Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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3 Murray Street, Apollo Bay, VIC, 3233
  • Place, Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Ocean Road Waterfront
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

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Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace, Ground Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Garden Area

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Garden Area

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Hill View | View from room

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Hill View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double or Twin Room, Terrace, Ground Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms with Terrace

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Queen Room With Terrace

  • Sleeps 2

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Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Room with Spa

  • Sleeps 2

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Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

King Room with Otway Range View

  • Sleeps 2

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Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Garden Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Family Apartment

  • Sleeps 5

Twin Room With Terrace

  • Sleeps 3

Queen Room With Hill View

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room-Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2

King Room With SPA Bath

  • Sleeps 2

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Miscellaneous

King Room with Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2

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Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Queen Room with Patio

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Apollo Bay

In Apollo Bay .Your stay at this Apollo Bay motel places you within a 10-minute walk of Great Ocean Road Waterfront and Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre. Also, Apollo Bay Bowls Club is within half a mile (1 km) and Apollo Bay Harbour is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Apollo Bay Bowls Club - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Apollo Bay Golf Club - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 154 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Apollo Bay Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪George's Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chopstix Asian Noodle Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Great Ocean Road Brewhouse - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Fusion Space Cafe & Restaurant - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay

4-star beach motel near Apollo Bay Harbour
As a guest of Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay, you'll find a library, a garden, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Apollo Bay motel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Library
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Apollo Bay motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: AUD 18 for adults and AUD 18 for children

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 35.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 25.0 per night.

Property 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 full breakfast: approximately AUD 18 for adults and AUD 18 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 25.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 35.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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 and a smoke detector
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
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. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay
Sandpiper Motel
Sandpiper Apollo Bay
Sandpiper Hotel Apollo Bay
Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay/Great Ocean Road
Sandpiper Apollo Apollo
Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay Motel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay to the airport?

Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay is 120.2 mi (154-min drive) away from the Melbourne Airport (MEL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay?

As of Mar 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay on Mar 17, 2026 start from CA $123, excluding 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.

Does Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay.

How close is Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay to the beach?

This motel is a short 10-minute walk from Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and 3.4 mi (6-min drive) from Skenes Creek Beachfront Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 18 for adults and AUD 18 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay have a pool?

Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay does not have a pool.

Does Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay to downtown Apollo Bay?

Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay is 0.3 mi away from Apollo Bay.

Sandpiper Motel Apollo Bay Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 555 out of 980 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 315 out of 980 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 980 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 980 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 980 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our room was lovely and comfortable with everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shower and bathroom were very hi tech.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and bathroom were clean and nice. Comfortable bed. View from window and balcony of ocean in the distance was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was ready and nice and clean except for a few issues with the shower floor and edges around the tiling
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay at the Sandpiper. The room was clean and amenities refreshed. It was a 2 minute walk to a stunning beach. Hope to come back some day.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Room pleasant. Small but all that was needed . Clean and tidy. Great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous spot, loved the view and easy to walk to nearby cafe and dinner spots, as well as an enjoyable walk back home along the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM, Bear

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We never saw any staff, keys were left outside the office. Keys were waiting for us when arriving a few minutes early. The room was very nice, had a listing of all the nearby restaurants and an area map. We were initially disturbed by a bathroom window that didn’t close all the way and the bathroom was very cold. But there was a room heater with easy to use controls that heated it up quickly. It turned out not to be an issue at all.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Martina

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet room, private and comfortable. Sitting on the deck listening to the ocean at night - bliss. Breakfast cuppa with the birds was wonderful. An excellent venue, fast self check in and wonderful hosts. Many thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location along the Great Ocean Road, comfortable and clean, close to restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerri-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable motel in a good location. No one in reception but you have a number to call if you need anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryce

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for 1 night stay while driving the Great Ocean Road
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert, hope island

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent rooms and shower with lots of hot water.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed, bedding & pillows were so soft & comfortable. Towels were super soft & fluffy. Self check in was great. Nice spacious unit. Parking on site was a great bonus too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Hoffman Estates

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very neat, clean and safe motel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Radha

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
One of the BEST motel we ever stayed in. Major hotels can’t beat their human less, high tech service. Well thought out of everything which made our stay amazing. THANKS to the Sandpiper Team !! Everyone who’s looking for a place to stay in for night or multiple days MUST experience it at least once.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was good. It was far enough away from the busy shops for quiet nights but within walking distance. Close to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Everything was great with room, bathroom and location Second roombin our group had a split system issue which they tried to fix but could only come up with a temporary solution with for the night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gérard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a nice place to stay,clean and close to town
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025