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kelly M

Great hosts that clearly love what they do and amazing ocean view

5.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 1 Jan 2024
Last minute booking. Came for a few nights and stayed a week!!
Situated on the hill into Merimbula the Kingfisher Motel has the most incredible view’s overlooking the town, ocean and tree line that offer abundance in beautiful birdlife
Retro style accommodation with kitchenette, microwave and all you need, very clean and spacious…. Did I mention the balcony and that view!
Great hosts! Janine and Baron were amazing! So welcoming they really made us feel at home. With information on what to do, where to go, maps to boot.
We were even given a complimentary bottle of champagne 🍾 New year’s eve with some muffins. Janine even gave us lemons from the tree and some home grown eggs, seriously beautiful real people who clearly love what they do

We will definitely stay again
Date of stay: November 2023
Room Tip: Although a little out of Main Street they have a courtesy bus that runs regularly
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Reviewed 28 October 2023 via mobile

If I could give more stars, I would.

We were on a road trip from Melbourne to Sydney. That day, we were driving from Lakes Entrance to Broulee, where we would spend the night. But a little outside Merimbula, our car broke down. So we were standing in the middle of nowhere, with 2 kids, with the sun going down. We called for roadside assistance. Sam was very helpful. But the real angel was Derryl, the towtruck guy. A 60-something guy went out of his way to help us with our luggage and helped us get a room to stay for the night.

He brought us to Kingfisher Motel, where the owners were super kind. They gave us a room, charged us less for it because we were in trouble, heated up the barbecue for us to eat, offered to buy us pizza if we didn't have anything to eat, took us to the car repair shop the next day to get our car. They were so nice, and I was overwhelmed with their warmth and positivity.

I would give Kingfisher Motel and Merimbula town a double thumbs up.

Room tip: Kingfisher Motel doesn't allow kids (as told to us by the owner). They allowed us that night because we were in trouble.
Date of stay: October 2023
Trip type: Travelled with family
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Reviewed 14 March 2023 via mobile

A older style motel, but very clean and comfortable, everything you need. A well-equipped room with a 2 seater lounge, microwave, cutlery, iron and ironing board etc. There's a balcony with a table and chairs, looking out to a spectacular view of Merimbula and it's waterways. In the morning you get visited by Kookaburras, parakeets and cockies. The owner is lovely and very helpful. Highly recommended, and a very pleasant motel to stay in.

Date of stay: March 2023
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Reviewed 9 April 2022 via mobile

What an amazing Motel, the view from the balcony is exceptional. Staff very friendly and nothing is a bother.
Big room with a big balcony overlooking the sea.
Close to shops and restaurants.
Very clean, comfortable bed, amazing location.
Loved watching the birds while sitting at the table next to a very big picture window. Just amazing

Date of stay: April 2022
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Thank Chrisste1
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Janine Green, Owner at Kingfisher Motel, responded to this reviewResponded 15 April 2022

Thank you for your awesome review!

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Reviewed 4 December 2021

We chose the Kingfisher on the basis of the previous reviews, all of which turned out to be accurate. The owners are charming, helpful and live on site, so they make themselves available and give the place a cheerful, bustling look. The rooms are basic, but clean and bright. The views, including the abundant birdlife and the sheep, are stunning, and breakfast on the balcony watching the sunrise, breathtaking. Highly recommended.

Date of stay: December 2021
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Reviewed 24 January 2021

5 stars all the way. The Kingfisher is delightful. Views, local wildlife and beautifully maintained. The best part is the hosts, so welcoming and warm. A charming place and relaxing stay. Can’t wait to come back.

Date of stay: January 2021
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Janine Green, Owner at Kingfisher Motel, responded to this reviewResponded 14 March 2021

Thank you for your 5 stay review and for staying at the Kingfisher Motel

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