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Presidential Motel

3.5 star property
Family-friendly motel with conference centre, near Engelbrecht Cave

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Presidential Motel, near Mount Gambier Central and Cave Gardens, offers a welcoming retreat. Enjoy basketball or unwind at the garden after a workout in the gym. With free WiFi in public areas, cooked-to-order breakfast options and helpful staff have left previous guests feeling right at home.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Room service
  • Conference centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

For families (6)

  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout curtains
  • Minibar
The current price is AU$144
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a bed, sofa, desk, and TV.

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Twin Room

A modern hotel room with two single beds, a desk, and a chair.

Executive Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a small table with chairs, a potted plant, and a painting on the wall.

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 51 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a telephone, a plant, and a door.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub

7.8 out of 10
Good
(39 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Bathtub

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a kitchenette.

Standard Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Bathtub

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds, Bathtub

A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden desk, a small kitchenette, and a bathroom.

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Bathtub

  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

A modern hotel room with a grey sectional sofa, a single bed, a small table, and a mirror.

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, Multiple Beds, Bathtub

A hotel room with a large bed, two smaller beds, a sofa, a table, and a TV.

Executive Room, Multiple Beds, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with chairs, a television, and a window with curtains.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
152 Jubilee Hwy West, Mount Gambier, SA, 5290

What's nearby

  • Engelbrecht Cave - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Vansittart Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Mount Gambier Central - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Cave Gardens - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Old Mount Gambier Gaol - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Mount Gambier, SA (MGB) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪BP Truckstop - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Western Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ba-Mi - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Presidential Motel

  • At Presidential Motel, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Engelbrecht Cave and Cave Gardens. Guests can enjoy the fitness centre, and hiking/biking trails and scuba-diving are nearby. Also, Mount Gambier Central and Umpherston Sinkhole are within a short drive. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and spacious guest rooms.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 53 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 1.1 per cent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • WiFi in rooms*
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Free off-site parking nearby
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Baby bath

What to do

  • Basketball
  • Beach nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby

Working away

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (3228 square feet of space)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Built in 1983
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Fitness centre
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Low-height worktop and sink

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Cable/satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • WiFi (surcharge)
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • High chair
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guest rooms for an extra charge
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 17 to 34 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in after 9:30 AM can be arranged for an extra charge
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 80 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.1 per cent

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Restaurant

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Quality Inn Presidential
Quality Inn Presidential Mount Gambier
Quality Presidential
Quality Presidential Mount Gambier
Mount Gambier Quality Inn
Quality Inn Mount Gambier
Quality Inn Presidential Hotel Mount Gambier
The Presidential
Presidential Motel Motel
Quality Inn Presidential
Presidential Motel Mount Gambier
Presidential Motel Motel Mount Gambier

Frequently asked questions

Does Presidential Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Presidential Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Presidential Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Presidential Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Presidential Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. There's a charge of AUD 40 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of AUD 80 (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Presidential Motel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and scuba-diving, and practise your swing on the nearby golf course. Additional recreation on-site includes basketball. Enjoy amenities such as a fitness centre and a garden.

What's the area around Presidential Motel like?

Presidential Motel is in the heart of Mount Gambier, a short 11-minute walk from Engelbrecht Cave and 15 minutes' walk from Vansittart Park.

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Reviews

Presidential Motel Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Parking was easy, safe, and convenient for guests. (12 reviews)
  • The gym was exceptional, with new equipment and very clean, offering an impressive workout experience. (8 reviews)
  • The restaurant offered great meals, excellent value for money, and friendly staff. (15 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Good breakfast, easy safe parking, excellent restaurant
Nathan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Parking was safe and easy and the room was very quiet given the motel is located on the highway.
Noel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was spacious , comfortable and very clean. Quiet location and close to town. Would stay again.
Daniela, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff, lovely no big room and very quiet. Highly recommended!!
Christine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay! It was very clean and staff were incredibly friendly
maddison, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean rooms and extremely friendly staff
Alleera, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice big room, very clean , super nice bathroom, a bit out of town but all in all very good value and nice people.
Graham, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good support from the reception staff in getting the rooms reallocated to suit my requirement. Could able to do that with ease.
Jaimin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and helpful staff at check in and room was clean. Great location too.
Ana, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room. Friendly staff.
Sherianne, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Staff were friendly. Property was clean just very old and dated!!
Kate, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Check in & check out extremely easy We had a family room & it was ideal for our requirements Rooms were clean, updated & well equipped Would definitely recommend
Trisha, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spotless room, spacious and great staff
Umesh, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great room. Very quiet and plenty of parking.
Sue, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were lovely, bed was comfy
Shanelle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room, a King, was spacious and comfortable, clean and reasonably quiet. The staff were friendly and everything worked as it should. Would highly recommend.
Noleene, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was very clean, staff were very friendly. Always a great place to stay.
Nicole, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a family room which was spacious compared to other motel family rooms we have been in. Everything was beautifully presented and the beds were super comfortable.
Diana, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved it. The accommodation was lovely and clean and the couches were very comfortable. The bed was super comfortable. The restaurant has excellent dining, the fish n chips and salad was yummy. The staff there are amazing and very friendly.
margaret, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great value for money. Highly recommend! Spacious room, carspace directly in front of room, quiet, water pressure in shower is amazing. Staff are very friendly and helpful. One of the most amazing gym we have come across in a motel. Only downside is bed is too soft for our liking.
SzeYing, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, clean room.pleasant experience
Meena, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

great room very clean & spacious Loved the bath
Arthur Scott, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I was greeted by 2 gentlemen who upgraded me as the room was available. The room was perfect and clean, Gym was one of the best in a Hotel/Motel I've experience and bed super comfy. Excellent value and I'll be back for sure!
Con, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel. We stayed in Room 12 as a family of four. Very spacious and clean.
Prabath, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We only stayed 1night but our room was spacious,clean & the bed was comfortable. They had a very large spacious gym.
Spacious Gym
Brian, 1-night trip