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Sapphire Waters Motor Inn

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Beach
Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Deluxe Family Suite | Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Queen Private Balcony Suite (Upstairs) | Terrace/patio
Deluxe Queen Spa Suite | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Room service

Explore the area

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32 - 34 Merimbula Dve, Merimbula, NSW, 2548
  • Place, Merimbula Marina
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Merimbula Boardwalk
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Magic Mountain Recreational Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Merimbula, NSW (MIM)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Poolside Family Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Queen Private Balcony Suite (Ground Floor) | Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Queen Private Balcony Suite (Ground Floor)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Queen Private Balcony Suite (Upstairs)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Family Suite | Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Queen Spa Suite | Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Queen Spa Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Queen Suite | Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Queen Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Sapphire Waters Motor Inn

A seasonal outdoor pool, laundry facilities and a garden are available at this smoke-free motel. Self parking is free. Other amenities include barbecues and a picnic area. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Sapphire Waters Motor Inn offers 29 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a hairdryer. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Accommodation at this 3.5-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.
During your stay at Sapphire Waters Motor Inn, you're just a quick walk from Merimbula Imlay Historical Society. You'll find features such as free self-parking, plus laundry facilities and a seasonal outdoor pool.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Magic Mountain Recreational Park and a few minutes from Main Beach Recreation Reserve
Sapphire Waters Motor Inn offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden. The business-friendly Sapphire Waters Motor Inn also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and room service (during limited hours). The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Merimbula motel is smoke free.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1996
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 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 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 15 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 15 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, debit cards and cash
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 5:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 October and close on 31 March.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the motel before arrival using the contact information on the 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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Sapphire Waters Motor
Sapphire Waters Motor Inn
Sapphire Waters Motor Inn Merimbula
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Sapphire Waters Motor Inn Motel
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Sapphire Waters Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 329 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 329 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 329 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 329 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 329 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, good location, staff very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff and very comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts, made to feel welcome and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bright clean room, lovely staff, great check in
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A great place to stay.Everything was spot on.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly service and good sized rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, lovely views over the lake and very handy to walk to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Behnam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place and has all the basics you need
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a really great place to stay. Our hosts were so friendly and helpful recommending local eateries, walks and other local activities. The room was spotless, spacious and with a lovely view from our balcony. Definitely value for money. Would have no hesitation in staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful stay! Beautiful clean room, lovely shower, comfy beds/pillows. Greeted at reception by warm, friendly welcoming people. Great location. Highly, highly recommend a stay here, if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great overnight stay. Would recommend and stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless staff amazing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Spotless room and extremely friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness
Immaculately clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was good,
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Brenden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room spotless and staff friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Road trip

Always a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room with great view and walking distance to everything
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and well apointed. Sue was a pleasure to deal with and nothing was too much
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and balcony. Great view from the balcony. Good balcony furniture. Great TV. Nice bathroom. Shaving foam dispensor. Great value.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was a wonderful place to stay lovely and clean and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mukti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We a comfortable overnight stay en route to Victoria.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights and found the property clean with comfortable beds and friendly staff. The extra amenities of a laundry came in very handy after a week of travelling.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

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