Whalers Rest Motor Inn | Hotel in Portland

| 7.1 (239 Reviews) |  6 Bathrooms  27 Guests
Portland North Hotel | Whalers Rest Motor Inn

Hotel in Portland North, Portland

Located at the western end of the Great Ocean Road, Whalers Rest Motor Inn Portland offers spacious rooms and suites with heating, air conditioning and 32-inch flat-screen TV. Parking is available for boats and trailers at Whalers Rest Motor Inn. Facilities include a barbecue area, children’s playground and guest laundry. Each room includes a toaster, mini refrigerator, tea/coffee making facilities and electric blankets. Free in-house movies are included. Portland city center is only 2.5 mi from Whalers Rest Inn. Portland Maritime Discovery Center is a 10-minute drive away.

Whalers Rest Motor Inn is located in Portland.

This 13 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 239 reviews with the average score of 7.1 . Coming to Portland and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 13 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this PerfectforWeddings place in Portland. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Whalers Rest Motor Inn in Portland is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Whalers Rest Motor Inn”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

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Amenities

  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Designated Smoking Area
  • View
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Accessibility
  • Security/Safety
  • Fireplace/Heating
  • Restaurant
  • Guest Services
  • Entertainment
  • Breakfast
  • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
  • Child Friendly
  • Internet
  • Laundry

Policies

Check-in
Check-in The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pet Policy Pets are not allowed
Other Policy
Other Policy Please note that there is a 2.0% charge when you pay with a (american express, visa, euro/mastercard, jcb, eftpos, unionpay) credit card, a surcharge of aud 25 applies for arrivals after check-in hours. all requests for late arrival after 8:00 pm are subject to confirmation by the property.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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Reviews

Sawyer, Australia May 1, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Comfortable room, convenient location with boat parking available.
Negative: Needs modernising.
Summary: Fit for purpose and convenient.
Dean, Australia Apr 24, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: business
Lyn, Australia Apr 22, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Allan, Australia Apr 12, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Clean and quiet
Negative: It ticked all the boxes
Summary: Great
Tom, Australia Mar 30, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Extended Group
Travel Purpose: business
Kelly, Australia Dec 7, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Great sized TV, comfy bed
Negative: Have stayed here several times, not as happy with this room. Shower was terrible, not enough pressure for the size of the head and leaked out one side when trying to get enough height. Not enough cutlery, plates or glasses
Summary: Usually great stay, this time it lacked a little. Would request not to stay in this particular room again but would go b
Dec 3, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Neil, Australia Dec 2, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Extended Group
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Older style motel but well maintained and clean
Negative: Nothing
lincoln, Australia Nov 21, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Michael, Australia Nov 13, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Negative: Shower and bathroom facilities. Water pressure. Very small.
Summary: Satisfactory

FAQ's

Is this Whalers Rest Motor Inn pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Whalers Rest Motor Inn?

Check-in time for Whalers Rest Motor Inn starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Whalers Rest Motor Inn have a swimming pool?

No, this Whalers Rest Motor Inn does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Whalers Rest Motor Inn?

Best-rates for the Whalers Rest Motor Inn starts from $72 per night with includes View, Guest Services, Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly, Parking, Designated Smoking Area, Accessibility, Restaurant, Entertainment, Breakfast, Laundry, Balcony/Terrace, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Internet, Air Conditioner with all other amenities. Perfect for Weddings is committed to ensuring every guest experiences a comfortable and extraordinary stay, whether planning a romantic getaway, a honeymoon, a pet-friendly stay, or celebrating with the entire wedding party.

Is Whalers Rest Motor Inn a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Whalers Rest Motor Inn wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Whalers Rest Motor Inn has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Whalers Rest Motor Inn?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Whalers Rest Motor Inn indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Whalers Rest Motor Inn?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Whalers Rest Motor Inn are as follows: Free cancellation Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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