Ocean Crest Motel

3.0 star property

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Dinner served, garden views
Queen Room | Living area
Point of interest
Front of property
Triple Room | Living area

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$171
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May

Explore the area

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117-119 Mentone Rd, Hayborough, SA, 5211
  • Place, Victor Harbor Convention Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, McCracken Golf Course
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Boomer Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Queen Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Triple Room

  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

Quadruple Room

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

About the area

Hayborough

At Ocean Crest Motel you'll be 0.9 km (0.5 mi) from McCracken Golf Course and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Boomer Beach. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The family restaurant, Ocean Crest Cafe, is open for dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Hayborough motel, you'll be 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Warland Reserve and 4.6 km (2.9 mi) from Horseshoe Bay.

What's nearby

  • Victor Harbor Convention Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • beach near Brandwood Reserve - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • McCracken Golf Course - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hindmarsh River Estuary Boardwalk - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Boomer Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Victor Harbor Station - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Victor - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Crown Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Victor Ice Creamery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Ocean Crest Motel

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this motel measures 388 square feet (36 square metres) and includes conference space. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Hayborough motel.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 388 sq ft of conference space
  • 36 sq. m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Ocean Crest Motel offers 11 accommodations with air conditioning. Each accommodation is individually furnished. 32-cm LCD televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Hayborough motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Ocean Crest Cafe

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Business services

  • 388 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height bed
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-cm LCD TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 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), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: AUD 40 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Pet fee: AUD 40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and window guards
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, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Ocean Crest Motel Motel
Ocean Crest Motel Hayborough
Ocean Crest Motel Motel Hayborough

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Ocean Crest Motel?

Yep, Ocean Crest Motel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Ocean Crest Motel?

As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean Crest Motel on 13 May 2026 start from NZ$171, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Ocean Crest Motel?

The closest beach to Ocean Crest Motel is Boomer Beach (3 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ocean Crest Motel?

No, Ocean Crest Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Ocean Crest Motel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Ocean Crest Motel's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ocean Crest Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Ocean Crest Motel?

There isn't one on site, but McCracken Golf Course is a short 10-minute walk away.

Ocean Crest Motel Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 226 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 226 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 226 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 226 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 226 reviews

5.8/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Benjamin

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It’s a basic property but in a great spot. We came down to do a triathlon having double booked the weekend with WOMADelaide. That meant we arrived late (after 9pm) but check in was still easy. Room was comfortable and had everything we needed for a one night stay. We left at 6am next morning. The kids always love the chance to sleep in bunk beds and our bed was fine. If you are looking for five star amenities, then go elsewhere. If you want a classic Australian country motel, somewhere to sleep for a night or two passing through, or an affordable family vacation, then this could be your place. A solid 3 star venue.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness
Parking no problem, room is ok, staff is try their best, I don’t use aircon.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

6/10 Okay

Helen

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking easy, we did not use air conditioner. Getting water for kettle not easy, had to use a cup to get to the tap in bathroom. There was no tea towel or anything to wash plates ect. I was surprised to see a toaster and microwave which would have been handy to know.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Lina

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was the worst motel. We arrived around 2.20pm. No one at reception. I called the number and he was in bed. He got up opened the door a bit and said..your in room 1. The key is in the door. Then went back inside and closed the door. As soon as I stepped into the room I knew this wasnt going to be good so I checked the dishes and to my horror there was dried food on all of them. The cutlery was the same. I complained so he put us in another room which ended up being exactly the same. The rooms were absolutely filthy. I could go on and on and on. We left first thing in the morning. Keep away from that place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet. Good value
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Linda

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I dont like to complain but this was the worst hotel we have stayed in and we have stayed all over SA, interstate and overseas. The room was very dirty, the internet didnt work, and the milk was rotten.
All the floors looked like this. Including the bathroom.
This was a clean white face washer I used to wipe the bench. All surfaces were this dirty.
This is the worst part. Dirty cutlery, empty sugar packs, dried orange peel. Foul. This was all jambed in the windows sill above the bunks. It must have been there for weeks. Clearly our room was not cleaned before we stayed
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room had bad odour so did aircon the bed was old and hard the carpet’s stained overall not good stay for our money
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room and pool area way below standard neglected and in desperate need of maintenance . Expedia should really check their accomodation listings
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Damien

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness
Concerned about the laundry. Linen (bedding and towels) a bit smelly, are they using enough detergent to wash items? Room a good size and comfortable, site/location handy and quiet. Cafe onsite a bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This motel should be 5 stars, for service, attention, cleanliness, unreal chef in the cafe… what an absolute gem! … and value for money is off the charts! Don’t stay anywhere else!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Tegan

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room smelt like smoke although, the screen door had a hole in it which felt very unsafe, the deadlock was broken so I had to push my table up to the door to feel safe. The towels had stains on them (looked like bleach) It just wasn’t a very nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Mairead

Ok
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Frederick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It not very clear the kettle did not work and the bathroom tap was broken
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Cassandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly close to shops and beach not to faraway
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Oleksandr

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Oh boy, where do I begin. Perhaps with pubic hairs on an obviously unclean bed-sheet? The need to ask for a Wi-fi network name & password since it's not shared on arrival? A stack of spoons and sugar sachets for some reason stashed behind the Venetian blinds (a clear indication the room had not been cleaned for years). Perchance, the musty, suffocating air inside that is a sure-fire way to legionnaire's disease [still coughing after 2 days]?. Take your pick. But here is the good news! I have traveled through AU extensively, and this is officially the 2nd worst motel I've ever been to. It is incomprehensible the guy's still in business. Seriously hazardous to health: book at your own risk if there is nothing else for miles around.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Dorothy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room needed some maintenance work but we'd stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Karin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was comfortable. Extra pillows and blankets in the cupboard are helpfull. A room appointed for disabled persons is a good idea and disabled parking near the room is a blessing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Adam

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked a triple room but only got a single with one double bed. No other room available. Supplied us with a single bed that we had to jam in the corner. No offer to compensate for the mistake.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Travis

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jayme

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole thing was so bad. There was never anyone at reception. They didn’t check any details. I literally could have been anyone. The rooms were actually horrendous and we slept fully clothed because it was so gross! We didn’t even shower there because it was so bad!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room. All facilities I needed. Value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Anna

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025