Apollo Bay Motel and Apartments offers motel rooms and apartment-style space in Apollo Bay, the harbour town in the middle of the Great Ocean Road. It suits travellers who want a straightforward, comfortable base with room to spread out, close to the beach, the town and the Otways.
Location and getting around
Apollo Bay is the natural middle stop on the Great Ocean Road, with the sea on one side and the Otway ranges behind. The motel is in Apollo Bay, so you can reach the foreshore, the main street, the bakeries and the harbour without a long trip.
Cape Otway and its lighthouse, the Otway Fly treetop walk, waterfalls and the koala-spotting roads are all within an easy drive, and the Twelve Apostles are about a ninety minute drive to the west. Check the exact position when you book if walking distance to the beach matters to you.
Rooms and feel
Motel and apartment accommodation is practical and comfortable rather than luxurious. Room types vary from standard motel rooms to larger apartments with kitchen or kitchenette facilities, so check the room type, bedding and facilities when you book. Apartment layouts are handy for families and for longer stays, because you can cook breakfast, store food and keep wet gear separate from living space. Parking at the door is a common feature of motels, which is useful when you arrive with luggage and walking gear.
Dining and facilities
Apollo Bay has a good choice of cafes, bakeries, fish and chips and restaurants, many a short walk or drive away, so you do not need on-site dining. Check when you book what is included, such as breakfast or laundry, and what hours the reception keeps.
Self-catering is easy with a supermarket and local produce in town, which also helps the budget on a longer trip. The ranges and coast mean the weather changes quickly, so pack layers and keep a plan for wet days, such as a museum, a cafe or a rainforest walk under tree cover.
Who it suits
Families, groups of friends and travellers who want a central, value-oriented base will find this a sensible choice. It suits people exploring the Otways, spotting koalas and visiting waterfalls and beaches by car, and those who want a single base for several nights rather than a different stop every evening. It is less suited to travellers who want hotel service, a spa or upmarket decor, and those wanting a view right on the water should compare waterfront options in the same town.
A few extra points help with planning. Apollo Bay is busy over summer, Easter and long weekends, and events can fill the town, so book as early as possible. Check when you book for minimum stays, check-in times and whether the reception is open late if you arrive after dinner.
Compare it with other stays in this market to decide how central you want to be. Finally, keep fuel in the tank, because distances between towns on the coast can be longer than they look, and drive carefully at dawn and dusk when wildlife is active on the road.
Why stay here
- ✓Central Apollo Bay location
- ✓Motel rooms and apartment-style options
- ✓Kitchen facilities in some rooms (check when you book)
- ✓Parking at the property
- ✓Walk to the foreshore and cafes (check the map)
- ✓Base for the Otways and Cape Otway
- ✓Good for longer stays
- ✓Self-catering friendly
Good questions
Is it close to the beach and town?+
It is in Apollo Bay, so the foreshore, cafes and shops are close. Check the map when you book to confirm walking distance.
Are there apartments with kitchens?+
Apartment-style rooms are usually available, but facilities vary. Check the room type when you book.
Is it a good base for the Otways?+
Yes, Apollo Bay is the gateway to Cape Otway, waterfalls and rainforest, all within a short drive.
