Golden Chain Tower Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3.5-star Mount Gambier motel

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Outdoor dining
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Deluxe Room
Property grounds
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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140 Jubilee Highway West, Mount Gambier, SA, 5290
  • Place, Engelbrecht Cave
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Vansittart Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Gambier Central
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mount Gambier, SA (MGB)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Suite (Queen)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(25 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Mount Gambier

In Mount Gambier .You'll find Engelbrecht Cave and Vansittart Park within a 15-minute walk of this Mount Gambier motel. Marist Park and Hastings Cunningham Reserve Dog Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Engelbrecht Cave - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Vansittart Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cave Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Mount Gambier Central - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Old Mount Gambier Gaol - 4 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Mount Gambier, SA (MGB) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪BP Truckstop - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Pizzas - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Western Tavern - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ba-Mi - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Golden Chain Tower Motor Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3.5-star Mount Gambier motel
As a guest of Golden Chain Tower Motor Inn, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Golden Chain Tower Motor Inn also features laundry facilities and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 1 floor
  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Golden Chain Tower Motor Inn offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with digital channels.

This Mount Gambier motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: AUD 15 per person

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:30 PM and 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 25.00

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9 PM
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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 15.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 15.00 per person
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:30 PM and 10 PM
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 15.0 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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 Chain Tower Motor Inn Mount Gambier
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Golden Chain Tower Motor Inn to the airport?

Golden Chain Tower Motor Inn is 7.7 mi (11-min drive) away from the Mount Gambier, SA (MGB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Golden Chain Tower Motor Inn?

As of Apr 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Golden Chain Tower Motor Inn on Apr 8, 2026 start from CA $104, 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 Golden Chain Tower Motor Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Golden Chain Tower Motor Inn.

Does Golden Chain Tower Motor Inn offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Golden Chain Tower Motor Inn, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 15.00 per person. It's available every day from 7 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Golden Chain Tower Motor Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Golden Chain Tower Motor Inn?

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

Is there free parking at Golden Chain Tower Motor Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Golden Chain Tower Motor Inn have a pool?

Golden Chain Tower Motor Inn does not have a pool.

Does Golden Chain Tower Motor Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Golden Chain Tower Motor Inn to downtown Mount Gambier?

Golden Chain Tower Motor Inn is 1.2 mi away from Mount Gambier.

Golden Chain Tower Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 186 out of 459 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 459 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 459 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 459 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 459 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Shane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Considering location and building was expensive
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Brad

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Narelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room and amenities were fine but having ppl next door to us making noise until we had to get up and confront them at 2am was very disappointing. The whole reason we stayed was to have a good night sleep as we had an early start and a long drive.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Wai

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Joshua

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The heat on the aircon didn’t work well
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Business traveller
I put the make up your room every day I stayed as i needed restocking of tea, coffee milk & it didnt get stocked restocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
We checked in after hours and it was very easy. Room old but clean and neat. Great bed. Happy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

michelle

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not once did we see any staff. Checked in and out via a machine. Room very average. Motel very dated.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Courteous staff at reception
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prasoon

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gayle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean … the fridge was disgustingly small!! I need to be able to freeze water bottles when travelling to keep esky cold for medications and I couldn’t fit anything small in the freezer.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was well set out clean, up to date and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property was dated and basic, but it had everything we needed, heating, a comfortable bed, tv, and was reasonably priced. I'd happily stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joy

Easy check in with electronic machine. Room was clean but no hair dryer.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kaiden

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Athar

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The overall experience was really good. The single bed was moving
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to check in
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Disliked: Staff & service

Don’t Stay

Self check in is a disgrace.. needed fresh milk none… needed decaf coffee … none will never stay here again.. I have been staying here for 12 years and it’s gone downhill since change of ownership
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value for the money s
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Siddaarthan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025