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Sapphire Waters Motor Inn

3.5 star property

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Enjoy a serene ocean view with access to a natural beach and surrounding vegetation.
Two-story motel with a brick facade and flat roof, featuring windows on both floors and well-manicured bushes.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and seating area, offering a view of the outdoors.
Enjoy al fresco dining with a barbecue grill and gas valve.
Compact kitchen area with microwave oven, stainless steel sink, and simple cabinetry.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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32 - 34 Merimbula Dve, Merimbula, NSW, 2548
  • Magic Mountain Recreational Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Pambula Merimbula Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Pambula Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Merimbula, NSW (MIM)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Queen Private Balcony Suite (Upstairs)

1 bedroom, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

Queen Private Balcony Suite (Upstairs)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Private Balcony Suite (Ground Floor) | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

Queen Private Balcony Suite (Ground Floor)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

Poolside Family Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

1 bedroom, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

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

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Deluxe Queen Suite | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Queen Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Queen Spa Suite | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Queen Spa Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Family Suite | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Family Suite

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

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About this property

Sapphire Waters Motor Inn

Motel with free parking, near Main Beach Recreation Reserve
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 and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Merimbula motel is smoke free.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

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
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 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 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

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
  • 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
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 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 5:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
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

Sapphire Motor Inn
Sapphire Waters Motor
Sapphire Waters Motor Inn
Sapphire Waters Motor Inn Merimbula
Sapphire Waters Motor Merimbula
Sapphire Waters Motor Inn Motel
Sapphire Waters Motor Inn Merimbula
Sapphire Waters Motor Inn Motel Merimbula

Sapphire Waters Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 271 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 271 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 271 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 271 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 271 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Phan

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

A Comfortable, Spacious Spa Room

The room was spacious, comfortable and cleaned despite not having a view. Overall, our stay was comfortable and pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great front-of-house staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kipling

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

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Assistance to / from the airport would be much appreciated
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

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

Central

Comfortable, clean, easy walk to town centre
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and didn’t need the car. Walked everywhere
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Road trip

Great position with a view. Very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Views of the ocean were still available from the ground floor
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris, Nicholls

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and convenient to town centre
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No negatives. Really enjoyed or staff. Very helpful friendly staff particularly Rachael
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room layout is nicely designed to maximize the view. The bathroom is clean and modern. Close to shops, yet very quiet . Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Good size rooms,new bathroom. Furniture a little outdated but overall a good suite and enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Barry

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

Clean and comfortable.

Nice clean comfortable room, helpful staff, what more do you need?
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Maryanne, Pymble

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was a bit dated but clean and the bed was very comfortable. Staff were lovely, helpful and courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Friendly staff, convenient facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Elena

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Central Location Easy access
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

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

Comfy and Friendly

Comfortable room. Friendly, helpful staff. Nice view from room and balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Samantha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is basic but clean. The property managers were extremely friendly and helpful. Their level of communication was refreshing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katerina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great overnighter in Merimbula with a lovely view.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spacious room, nice bathroom great service 😊
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024