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Golden Palms Motel
234 Torquay Rd, Grovedale, City of Greater Geelong, Victoria 3216 Australia
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Avg. AU$229 /night, 3/25 - 3/26
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#1 of 1 motel in Grovedale
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Welcome to Golden Palms Motel, your Grovedale “home away from home.” Golden Palms Motel aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year.
Rooms at Golden Palms Motel offer a refrigerator, a kitchenette, and air conditioning providing exceptional comfort and convenience, and guests can go online with free wifi.
Baggage storage is one of the conveniences offered at this motel. Barbeque facilities will also help to make your stay even more special. If you are driving to Golden Palms Motel, free parking is available.
If you’re looking for an Italian restaurant, consider a visit to The Pizza Factorie, which is not far from Golden Palms Motel.
Golden Palms Motel puts the best of Grovedale at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Breakfast in the room
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Room features
Air conditioning
Iron
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Bath / shower
Hair dryer
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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Languages Spoken
English
Location
234 Torquay Rd, Grovedale, City of Greater Geelong, Victoria 3216 Australia
Getting there
Car recommended
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Grade: 48 out of 100
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16 Restaurants
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This Motel is great value for money. Excellent and very friendly service is offered by the Owner John.
It is an extremely clean Motel nicely appointed in the room. ALL YOU NEED. It's location is great as you have the Grovedale Hotel immediately beside who offers great atmosphere along with excellent meals.
Motel also is a short drive to the Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre that offers everything.
It is an extremely clean Motel nicely appointed in the room. ALL YOU NEED. It's location is great as you have the Grovedale Hotel immediately beside who offers great atmosphere along with excellent meals.
Motel also is a short drive to the Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre that offers everything.
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Date of stay: December 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Now I have travelled extensively, and though I dont write a lot of reviews, I have to mark this down.
This by far, is the best place I have ever stayed in, in all my travels.
And I came about this place out of desperation because I needed accomodation at the very last minute.
The owners were extremely friendly and there was no fuss whatsoever.
I love being able to park my car right in front of my room. And when I opened the door on that cold night, I was extremely pleased and delighted with the room.
It was huge, especially for a solo traveller. Not a lot of apartments these days are as big as the rooms (or maybe I am exageratting). There was a welcome tray with instructions. Free foxtel and free-to-air channels with no broadcast interruptions, no matter the weather. FREE WIFI!!!! Very important these days. So happy with that.
Kettle, Microwave(!!!), it was a mini kitchen, without the stove.
Mirrors everywhere, for a young(ish) girl like me, so I can always make sure I am fully presentable when I step out into the world, not that there was much people to see me anyway. (That sounded so vain and pathetic also, but who cares. My review)
The bathroom was huge as well. I could sleep on that whole bathroom top. It was that long. The showerhead was excellent. Strong water pressure. I mean, some 5-star hotels dont even give their guests decent water pressure. I honestly did not want to come out of that shower. It felt awesome.
The heater-air conditioner unit also worked well and it was away from the bed, which was good, so the sound didnt bother me a bit.
Wardrobe. Huge! If only I had more clothes, it wouldnt have felt empty. And continuing the theme, I could sleep in there as well and have more than enough room to toss and turn.
Can I say how big the room was again? I could practically do somersaults in there (not that I can anymore - not saying Im old, mind you). And so, so clean. I love walking barefoot in the room, since I did not have to worry about getting my feet dirty.
Even though my room was close to the main road, I did not even hear any traffic.
The only cons I have was that I would have preferred an electrical socket by the bed so I could charge my phone easily.
Other than that, the best living experience I have ever had overseas, which definitely helped my crappy trip.
For the price, which was reasonable, it was a fantastic experience.
This by far, is the best place I have ever stayed in, in all my travels.
And I came about this place out of desperation because I needed accomodation at the very last minute.
The owners were extremely friendly and there was no fuss whatsoever.
I love being able to park my car right in front of my room. And when I opened the door on that cold night, I was extremely pleased and delighted with the room.
It was huge, especially for a solo traveller. Not a lot of apartments these days are as big as the rooms (or maybe I am exageratting). There was a welcome tray with instructions. Free foxtel and free-to-air channels with no broadcast interruptions, no matter the weather. FREE WIFI!!!! Very important these days. So happy with that.
Kettle, Microwave(!!!), it was a mini kitchen, without the stove.
Mirrors everywhere, for a young(ish) girl like me, so I can always make sure I am fully presentable when I step out into the world, not that there was much people to see me anyway. (That sounded so vain and pathetic also, but who cares. My review)
The bathroom was huge as well. I could sleep on that whole bathroom top. It was that long. The showerhead was excellent. Strong water pressure. I mean, some 5-star hotels dont even give their guests decent water pressure. I honestly did not want to come out of that shower. It felt awesome.
The heater-air conditioner unit also worked well and it was away from the bed, which was good, so the sound didnt bother me a bit.
Wardrobe. Huge! If only I had more clothes, it wouldnt have felt empty. And continuing the theme, I could sleep in there as well and have more than enough room to toss and turn.
Can I say how big the room was again? I could practically do somersaults in there (not that I can anymore - not saying Im old, mind you). And so, so clean. I love walking barefoot in the room, since I did not have to worry about getting my feet dirty.
Even though my room was close to the main road, I did not even hear any traffic.
The only cons I have was that I would have preferred an electrical socket by the bed so I could charge my phone easily.
Other than that, the best living experience I have ever had overseas, which definitely helped my crappy trip.
For the price, which was reasonable, it was a fantastic experience.
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Date of stay: August 2015Trip type: Travelled solo
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Room Tip: Any rooms are fine.
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Clean, well positioned and very quiet place to spend the night. If hungry, you have a pub next door and it is just one minute away.
I will highly recommend this motel for your stop before heading to the Great Ocean Road.
I will highly recommend this motel for your stop before heading to the Great Ocean Road.
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Date of stay: December 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The villa is tiny and shares a front door with the one next to it?
No rubbish bin or table, towel rack falling off the wall, main room TV almost at floor level and other (tiny) TV with a remote that doesn’t work.
For the price we paid, we expected way better.
No rubbish bin or table, towel rack falling off the wall, main room TV almost at floor level and other (tiny) TV with a remote that doesn’t work.
For the price we paid, we expected way better.
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Date of stay: March 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Have stayed here before but not too sure I will again. Clean facilities and convenient location. However I was surprised at the lack of cutlery and dishes. There was a kettle, microwave and toaster but no plates, knives, forks, spoons or bowls. Never stayed anywhere that did not have these in the room.
On our last morning of the stay, someone entered our room prior to 9am, when I called out letting them know I was there, instead of backing out the man stuck his head around the door to apologize. Can forgive the error of thinking the room was empty but was very surprised he felt the need to look all the way in.
On our last morning of the stay, someone entered our room prior to 9am, when I called out letting them know I was there, instead of backing out the man stuck his head around the door to apologize. Can forgive the error of thinking the room was empty but was very surprised he felt the need to look all the way in.
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The room was very clean. Bed comfortable. However at 77 years old I am not into having freezing showers. Tried before bed and first thing in morning to no avail. Didn't matter how long the water ran it remained freezing. Spoilt a lovely stay. We even had to boil the jug to wash the coffee cups.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Motel was easy to find. This was a basic style motel, but quite comfortable and all that you need for a nights stay was provided and all was very clean. Owner was very friendly and welcoming. In Geelong, but in its most southern suburb, so close to Torquay and the start of the Great Ocean Road. 24 hour Kmart is not far away either and Coles open to midnight.
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Date of stay: November 2012Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip: As we were travelling with our adult son, we opted for a 2 bedroom unit, which was quite sizeable...
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The most expensive room is what I'd expect from a n caravan park. 2 rooms sharing a main door out and for the most expensive room too?! Other people's hair still in bathroom and dirty water stains on the sink.
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Date of stay: March 2021Trip type: Travelled on business
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Great location, Close to beaches, shopping and attractions. The rooms were clean and comfortable and the staff were very nice to deal with. We recommend the Golden Palms highly if you are heading to Geelong.
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Date of stay: December 2019
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Room Tip: The Villa's are very nice.
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While the motel looks basic, it is quiet and comfortable
The staff were very helpful
I parked in front of the room, which was comfortable and clean
I slept well in the peaceful environment
I will definitely stay again when in the area
The staff were very helpful
I parked in front of the room, which was comfortable and clean
I slept well in the peaceful environment
I will definitely stay again when in the area
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Date of stay: October 2017Trip type: Travelled solo
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Room Tip: All rooms appear to be just as peaceful
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No but great hotel next door
No restaurant on the premises.
"Ask for a room with a spa because these rooms are newer, bigger and self-contained."Read full review
PRICE RANGE
AU$169 - AU$183 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
AustraliaVictoriaCity of Greater GeelongGrovedale
NUMBER OF ROOMS
18
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Frequently Asked Questions about Golden Palms Motel
Which popular attractions are close to Golden Palms Motel?
Nearby attractions include Supaworld Geelong (0.7 km), The Mystery Rooms Geelong (0.5 km), and Bounce Geelong (0.7 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Golden Palms Motel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and kids activities.
Which room amenities are available at Golden Palms Motel?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Golden Palms Motel?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Golden Palms Motel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Real Thai Cafe - Grovedale, Sandstone & Co. Cafe, and Happy Fillet Fish & Chips.
Is Golden Palms Motel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.9 km away from the centre of Grovedale.
Are there any historical sites close to Golden Palms Motel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting The Heights Heritage House (6.0 km), Barwon Grange (4.5 km), and The Old Paper Mills (6.6 km).