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El Motor Inn

4.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
A modern kitchen with grey tiles, stainless steel appliances, and wooden flooring.
A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, and a small wooden table. A kitchen area is visible with cabinets and a microwave. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a dining area, and a kitchen with grey tiles.
Waterfront Suite

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July

Explore the area

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29 Clarence Street, Port Macquarie, NSW, 2444
  • Place, Glasshouse Cultural Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mid North Coast Maritime Museum Pilot Boat Shed
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Town Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, and a small wooden table. A kitchen area is visible with cabinets and a microwave. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall.

Waterfront Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a flat-screen TV, and an air conditioning unit.

Port Suite

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Hastings Deluxe

Hastings Deluxe

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Courtyard View, Courtyard Area

A hotel room with a bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Courtyard View, Courtyard Area

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Hastings Spa Room

Hastings Spa Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Macquarie Room

Macquarie Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Port Room

Port Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Hastings Executive

Hastings Executive

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Port Macquarie

El Motor Inn puts you in the heart of Port Macquarie, within steps of Port Macquarie Museum and Glasshouse Cultural Centre. Highlights at this Art Deco motel include an outdoor swimming pool, free self-parking and a free airport shuttle. .The café, El Cafe, is open for breakfast and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the motel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 4-property class Port Macquarie motel include Port Macquarie Courthouse and Mid North Coast Maritime Museum Pilot Boat Shed.
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What's nearby

  • Port Macquarie Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Glasshouse Cultural Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Port Macquarie Courthouse - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mid North Coast Maritime Museum Pilot Boat Shed - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Town Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Wauchope Station - 17 min drive
  • Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bills Fish - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Port Macquarie Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Beach House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Little Shack - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hog's Breath Cafe Port Macquarie - ‬3 min walk

About this property

El Motor Inn

There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). An outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly El Motor Inn. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Art Deco Port Macquarie motel.

  • 56 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1968
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • 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
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
El Motor Inn offers 56 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features minibars and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This Port Macquarie motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks; local, long-distance and international calls are all complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and microwaves can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle at scheduled times
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 10 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • El Cafe

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1968
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch HDTV
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 20

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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 25.0 per stay.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per stay.

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 10 to 30 per person
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 20 (subject to availability)
  • A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee
  • In-room microwave fee: AUD 10 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 25.0 per stay

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 20562247396

We should mention

  • 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

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El Paso Motor Inn Port Macquarie
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El Motor Inn Motel Port Macquarie

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at El Motor Inn?

El Motor Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 29 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Motor Inn on 30 Jun 2026 start from NZ$253, 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.

Is parking available at El Motor Inn?

Yep, El Motor Inn has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Are there any beaches close to El Motor Inn?

Yep, El Motor Inn is a short 12-minute walk from Town Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and waterskiing. You can also find boat tours.

Does El Motor Inn have a pool?

El Motor Inn has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes El Motor Inn a romantic place to stay?

Ocean-view dining and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at El Motor Inn.

Is El Motor Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that El Motor Inn is a hit with families.

Does El Motor Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Motor Inn?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day at scheduled times.

Is there a bar or restaurant at El Motor Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at El Motor Inn?

Check-in begins at 1 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at El Motor Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

El Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 485 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 381 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great parking
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Great location, very comfortable large bed and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Junaid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location 👌
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel was right in the middle of town you can walk everywhere no need to drive
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, lovely room and friendly staff! Thank you for another great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size and comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff with great restaurants Close by
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room Good check in
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Handy location for exploring on foot. The room was clean and funtional
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable stay. Location is excellent. Easy check in and underground parking kept the car cool. Rooms were spacious. Had one use soap, shampoo and conditioner so if staying a few days you may have to ask for more.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were only there for one day but all the staff were friendly and helpful. Check in and out was easy and quick. While it might not be the newest place in Port the rooms are comfortable, clean well appointed and the air conditioning worked perfectly. Finally, it’s within very easy walking distance to shops, cafes and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central to facilities that Port Macquarie has to offer.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Recently renovated, clean room and friendly staff, excellent location, parking is a bit challenging for few rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 2 nights and enjoyed our stay,the room was excellent and very central to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Motel. Got here after hours but found my keys will good instructions, awesome to wake up and see the ocean. I am here again tonight heading back to Queensland, right near the beach and town centre. Cheers from Mikey .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Guillaume

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean spacious room
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Harsh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice and clean room! Enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

craig

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Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel to stay at when visiting port Mac for a night or 2
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Sheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff nice, walking distance to everything
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room | Staff | Parking were good
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room Nice Cafe
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant staff, nicely remodelled, central to restaurants, felt safe
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the cutest little motel. Very clean. We had the family suite and exclusive access to a nice patio. I wish we had stayed longer. The location is perfection/right on the coastal walk with a fun little breakfast shack just outside. Restaurants all around and grocery/target across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025