Elsinor Motor Lodge

3.5 star property
3.5-star motel in Dapto

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Property amenity
Family Room
Spa
Restaurant
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Prince Edward Drive, Cnr Kanahooka Rd, Dapto, NSW, 2530
  • Place, The Australian Motorlife Museum
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Wollongong City Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, North Wollongong Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Shellharbour, NSW (WOL)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Queen Standard Single

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Triple Room

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

Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Queen Standard Double

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Wollongong

Dapto stay.With a stay at this Dapto motel, you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of The Australian Motorlife Museum and 6 miles (10 km) of Berkeley Nature Reserve. Nan Tien Temple and Historical Aircraft Restoration Society Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • The Australian Motorlife Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Wollongong City Beach - 12 min drive - 15.3 km
  • WIN Stadium - 12 min drive - 15.3 km
  • North Wollongong Beach - 13 min drive - 15.7 km
  • WIN Entertainment Centre - 13 min drive - 15.7 km

Getting around

  • Kembla Grange Racecourse Station - 2 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Berkeley Sports Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dapto Pies - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Smiths Ln Dairy - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fantasy Donuts Dapto Mall - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Elsinor Motor Lodge

3.5-star motel in Dapto
Elsinor Motor Lodge offers its guests an indoor pool, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

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

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Elsinor Motor Lodge offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Televisions come with cable channels. This Wollongong motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: AUD 3.50 to 21.50 for adults and AUD 3.50 to 21.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Indoor 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 (single-level property)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 82-cm TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:30 PM and 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 50.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:30 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, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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 3.50 to 21.50 for adults, and AUD 3.50 to 21.50 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:30 PM and 3:00 AM
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. No onsite parking is available. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Elsinor Motor Lodge to the airport?

Elsinor Motor Lodge is 9.5 mi (12-min drive) away from the Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Elsinor Motor Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Elsinor Motor Lodge.

How close is Elsinor Motor Lodge to the beach?

This motel is 7.8 mi (13-min drive) from Fishermans Beach and 8.3 mi (11-min drive) from Wollongong City Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Elsinor Motor Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Elsinor Motor Lodge, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between AUD 3.50 and 21.50 for adults, AUD 3.50 and 21.50 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Elsinor Motor Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Elsinor Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Elsinor Motor Lodge?

Free parking is not available at this motel.

Does Elsinor Motor Lodge have a pool?

Elsinor Motor Lodge features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM.

Does Elsinor Motor Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Elsinor Motor Lodge to downtown Wollongong?

Elsinor Motor Lodge is 6.8 mi away from Wollongong.

Elsinor Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 478 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 478 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 478 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 478 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 478 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Inn, great price and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were very nice and the room was great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property was clean. Bathroom taps and water pressure not great. The bath was better. Very old motel lodge which matched previous reviews. Family room was great for size with two rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed before & will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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6/10 Okay

David

While appreciating that this is not an expensive place to stay, it is nevertheless a bit underwhelming. The place is showing its age, and maintenance is not up to scratch (our door's strike plate was hanging on by a single screw). We had to go back to reception to get the WiFi password, which was a bit odd, and it was stored on the receptionist's phone rather than on a placard. Our room was not cleaned during the 4 nights of our stay, which was disappointing.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Cheri

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The family room was old and needs updating, the sheets on the 2 single beds were not clean with dirty tissues under the pillow but made up, he to call management at 9.30 pm and wait for him to change the sheets. Bathroom smells like urine, it was very noisy we could hear the people in the next unit. We were glad to leave in the morning, wouldn’t recommend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older building but very clean, great service, friendly people, would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, it’s an older motel but very clean and comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Helena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place and the staff are very welcoming, helpful and down to earth. I stay there whenever im in town
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Area not too bad, staff very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Matilda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located, had all the amenities I needed.
Verified

8/10 Good

Noha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable beds and warm blankets.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Owners very friendly, pool and spa just great, though room a little small bit overall enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Shelley

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing nice to say
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
very clean and owners were very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SIMAIMA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The residents were pretty friendly, and i love that the bathroom door can push out instead os sliding.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good basic motel. Staff friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My kids love staying here when we do travel. Tick of approval from us ✅
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place just a bit noisy from surrounding streets.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Staff and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Shaun

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Seriously overpriced room. Shower and bed were okay, everything else was blah. Motel is located away from everything in a dodgy area.o
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like staying at the Elsinor Motor Lodge as it is set up for easy access and no-bother while you are travelling. A great place to make a base while in the Illawarra
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Rhonda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is old, rundown. Lacks some basic amenities, like teatowels, washing liquid, dish cloth. Office was always locked, un-attended by staff. Linen was clean, shower was great, but had some serious maintenance issues. Needs some freshening up with paint, curtains, and some inexpensive decor would brighten it up. Very overpriced stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elissa

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spa suite is lovely. I could move right in.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023