Exceptional Stay - The Best Motel Experience! I’ve stayed in over 50 motels in the past few months, and I can confidently say this one was by far the best. From the moment I walked in, I was impressed by the cleanliness and hygiene—everything was spotless. The attention to detail is evident in every corner, and it felt like a home away from home. The room was spacious, comfortable, and had all the amenities I needed for a perfect stay. The real cherry on top was the homemade cookies—absolutely delicious and a lovely touch that made my stay even more memorable. The staff was friendly and accommodating, making sure I had everything I needed and going above and beyond to ensure a pleasant stay. I also appreciated the quiet and peaceful atmosphere, which made it easy to relax and unwind. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and the bathroom was well-maintained with high-quality toiletries. It’s clear that they care about every aspect of the guest experience. If you're looking for a cozy, clean, and welcoming place to stay, this motel is a hidden gem. I will definitely be back!

The Sandbar Hotel is not a large chain hotel. It is a small business obviously run by small business owners who love what they do and want to share this with their hotel guests. The small personal touches in the hotel room make you feel welcome and at home. Home made cookies wait you on arrival, fluffy bath towels, thoughtfully sourced air freshener and even a blue loo. Never had that before! Even the alarm clock is well thought out, not a glaring red that glows at you in the middle of the night lighting up the room. There are many more personal touches to appreciate. Good pressure hot shower, soft well sized fluffy towels and a comfy bed are just some of the things that make this hotel a return destination. Thank you and keep up the uniqueness, you nailed it

There are many things that make a stay great. The staff member at the desk was extremely polite, which helps. The room is well above standard with loads of little extras. There is a special hair towel and make up remover towel. The bath towels were exceptional. There are no tiny little packets of soap, shampoo etc they have supplied large bottles of toiletry items. A lovely note in the room and freshly baked cookies ensure that this is a business that just wants to make your stay exceptional. Coffee facilities are great and a nice bottle of cold water is in the fridge, when you arrive. Congratulations to the owners of this motel. You thought of everything a weary traveller needs, including a very comfortable bed.

I recently stayed at this motel and was pleasantly surprised by how peaceful and relaxing the setting was. One of the standout features is the beautiful lake just across the road—perfect for a morning walk, unwinding with a coffee, or simply soaking in the view. The location offers a lovely little escape from the daily hustle. The motel itself is modest but very clean and comfortable. The room had a warm, homely touch that made the stay feel extra cozy. The staff were welcoming, and check-in was smooth and hassle-free. Overall, it’s a great choice if you're looking for a quiet place with nature right at your doorstep. I'd definitely stay again—especially for that lake view and the comforting vibe of the room

It was very clean and presented very well, for its age. It was the small touches and tasteful additions that made our stay more enjoyable, so a big thank you to the staff and management for that!!

Two small things we didn’t like so much were to do with accessibility. Firstly, a large step up into the unit is a little dangerous. Need a small rail to hold on to, and a second lower step. And having a step down into the shower recess was also a bit dangerous. I didn’t ask or request a room with accessibility features, but my Mum who was with me found those two things very difficult!!

The room is equipped with a big fridge and freezer, induction cooker, microwave, kettle, coffee machine and some basic cooking utilities which is best for staying in lake entrance where you can get fresh seafood and make some simple meals especially when restaurants close early. The room is spacious, clean and staff are friendly. Room also provided some snacks, instants noodles and drinks with reasonable prices which is very convenient for the guests. Free home make cookies and fresh milk also provided when check in, which make guests feel very welcome.

The location of air-conditioning is far from the room. That will be great if the air-conditioning is in middle of living room which closer to the room. Room have equipped with a hanging fan.

The room was lovely and they had thought of everything! It was clean and spacious too! The reception team and manager were really helpful especially because we arrived much late than anticipated! We only stayed for one night but the location is pretty as it’s right across the road from the water! Parking was ample as long as you only have 1 car per room and it was quiet too!

The wifi got a bit slow around 10:15pm but we just went to sleep so wasn’t too bad at all! The shower/boiler makes a weird squeaking sound for about a minute or so when you turn it on but wasn’t a bother at all, literally stopped and the shower was lovely!

Attention to detail. A few reviews have mentioned this but this place is very clean. Staff are attentive and there are some well-thought of little gestures of kindness (i won’t spoil the surprises) which make the long drive worth it. Its a good bang for your buck. Walking distance to the ocean for swims, the lake and town are also well within walking distance (few minutes). The room has all the basic amenities , tv streams and connects to Netflix and Prime (internets a bit slow but its not impossible to stream). Comfortable, clean, wireless charging docks for phones. Perfect stay and well worth the money. We will be staying here for future visits :)

It was a last minute decision for us to book in & no regrets.

I stayed at this motel for a bit of a getaway, and it was exactly what I needed. The atmosphere was calm and quiet—perfect for relaxing and unwinding. The room was clean, cozy, and had a warm, welcoming vibe that made it easy to feel at home. The staff were lovely—super friendly and helpful, which added to the overall comfort of the stay. If you're looking for a peaceful spot to recharge, this place is a great choice. I left feeling refreshed and would definitely come back.

I had a great stay at Sandbar Motel. The motel is right by the lake, and the views were beautiful. My room was clean, comfortable, and had a great view of the water. The staff were friendly and helpful, making check-in easy. The atmosphere was calm and relaxing, perfect for a peaceful getaway. I also liked the free Wi-Fi and the outdoor areas by the lake. For the price, it was excellent value. I highly recommend Sandbar Motel if you’re looking for a quiet, lakeside place to stay—I’ll definitely return!

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