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Sunshine Motor Inn

3.5 star property
3.5-star motel in Ardeer

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Indoor spa tub
Spa
Fountain
Bar (on property)
Reception

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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608 Ballarat Road, (Western Hwy), Ardeer, VIC, 3022
  • Place, Ace Karts - Real Life Racing
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Collenso Street Reserve Dog Off-Leash Area
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Fun City
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Twin Room

Economy Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Queen Room

Standard Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Suite | Living area

Family Suite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Melbourne

Ardeer stay.Your stay at this Ardeer motel places you within 6 miles (10 km) of Highpoint Shopping Centre and Footscray Hospital. Marvel Stadium and Queen Victoria Market are within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ace Karts - Real Life Racing - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Collenso Street Reserve Dog Off-Leash Area - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Cairnlea Estate Nature Conservation Reserve - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Fun City - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Crown Casino - 18 min drive - 28.7 km

Getting around

  • Deer Park Station - 4 min drive
  • Ardeer Station - 19 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunshine Social - BBQ - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sunshine Star Fish & Chips - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dlish Fish - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sadie Black - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Usual Joint - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Sunshine Motor Inn

3.5-star motel in Ardeer
Sunshine Motor Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this motel measures 2582 square feet (240 square meters) and includes a conference center. Barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Sunshine Motor Inn. Self parking is free.

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

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • 2582 sq ft of conference space
  • 240 sq m of conference space
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Sunshine Motor Inn offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

This Melbourne motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: AUD 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

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 (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: AUD 30
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 30

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (9:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (10:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 23 to January 8:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets 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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 200 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately AUD 10 per person
  • Early check-in fee: AUD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 30 (subject to availability)

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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 guestroom reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sunshine Motor Inn to the airport?

Sunshine Motor Inn is 8.5 mi (14-min drive) away from the Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunshine Motor Inn?

As of Jun 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunshine Motor Inn on Jun 3, 2026 start from CA $116, 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 Sunshine Motor Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sunshine Motor Inn.

How close is Sunshine Motor Inn to the beach?

This motel is 16.7 mi (32-min drive) from St Kilda Beach and 17.5 mi (34-min drive) from Elwood Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sunshine Motor Inn offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Sunshine Motor Inn, but to-go breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 10 per person. It's available every day from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at Sunshine Motor Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Crown Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Sunshine Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Early check-in costs AUD 30 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Sunshine Motor Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Sunshine Motor Inn have a pool?

Sunshine Motor Inn features an outdoor pool.

Does Sunshine Motor Inn have a restaurant?

Sunshine Motor Inn is home to Blazed Bar and Grill, which features Italian cuisine, garden views, and happy hour. The dining venue(s) will be closed seasonally each year from December 23 to January 8.

Does Sunshine Motor Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Sunshine Motor Inn to downtown Melbourne?

Sunshine Motor Inn is 9 mi away from Melbourne.

Sunshine Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 196 out of 565 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 565 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 565 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 565 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 565 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Matthew

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately, our stay fell short of expectations. The room showed visible signs of wear – marked walls, damaged fittings, and carpet with noticeable lumps and divots that suggested poor maintenance underneath. The interior had an overpowering chemical odour that felt more industrial than fresh, and the hallway outside smelt of urine, which was off-putting. Given the overall condition and atmosphere, we decided to cut our stay short rather than endure the remaining nights. In hindsight, we would have been better served spending a bit more on a different property. Not recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Robyn

Liked: Staff & service
The room was clean and nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

keith

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
honestly the worst experience we have had. I know they say you only get what you pay for but this was really bad. the room had mildew and lots of rusty places. the bedside light wasn't working so when I moved the bed I found a mildewed old empty bottle of wine and then I saw that a part of the bed head had fallen on the cord, I know this is not the managements fault but we had a guy nextdoor who from 7am started yelling racial comments and banging on the door between the rooms and then on the front door of our room. we are both elderly and it scared the s--t out of us so we had to wait until someone finally answered the phone to come and help us go down to our car and leave. I personally think that what-if should re-emberse us for the terrible time we had at this place and I would recommend that people should stay away until they are willing to fix their problems
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Giovanna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Had a good stay. Room very clean. However we didn't have any drinking water at the room. We were also expecting the pool to be open longer in the extreme heat. We enjoyed the jacuzzi and pool for sure....will definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

kho

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Clean tidy room. The corner arrangement of the rooms makes parking a problem as the lines are not clearly marked. Loud late night noise levels from other guest were a problem and management did nothing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

DEEPAK SINGH

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Amy

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Roger

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Very well situated to our venue. Staff very helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff most courteous .. clean and very nice rooms ..
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Sagar

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Reception staff was courteous and helpful but room conditions were quite average.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Saf

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Hoang

Liked: Cleanliness
All good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Eliza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Our stay here was great. It was quiet, the room had been renovated, and for a busy location it was quite easy to get to. The only downside was the pillows were terrible and the parts of the room that hadnt been renovated were quite old and dirty. The really just need a deep clean. Mostly just the walls and doors so it was a little offputting, (and the door handle felt like it could almost fall off) but the everything else was fantastic. We stayed when at least half the rooms were full and again for the most part for the 2 nights we stayed, it was pretty quiet and we'd definitely stay again. Highly recommend and good value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Rajan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay. The room was extremely quiet, comfortable, everything was older but worked just fine. I was greeted warmly at reception and I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and the staff were great. We had no problems. Great spot.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Vincent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The overall premisis was outdated and in need of renovation but was clean .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

varun

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Fenna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good shower, friendly staff but tv remote wasn’t working
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice facility with comfortable rooms. The reception staff both on the phone and in person were very friendly and helpful. We felt safe staying here. Conveniently located just a short drive from the ring road.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Emil

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025