About El Motor Inn
El Motor Inn is a 4-star hotel located within a five minute stroll of the Port Central Shopping Centre.
The ensuite rooms are accessible by lift, and have a TV, air conditioning, tea/coffee maker, iPod docking station, minibar, and free Wi-Fi. Upgraded rooms have a private balcony. A studio and two-bedroom apartment are also available.
Off-street parking is available for free at El Motor Inn. There is a spa, pool, and barbecue/picnic area.
A complimentary continental breakfast is provided. The onsite Waterfront Restaurant also serves dinner of a local cuisine. For alternate dining options, Drury Lane Eatery, Wall of China, Maharaja, Fusion 7 (international), and Finnian's Irish Tavern are within a short walking distance.
Tacking Point Lighthouse, Port Macquarie Horse Riding Centre, and Emerald Downs Golf Course are a 15 minute drive away. The 128 acre Kooloonbung Creek Nature Park is a 15 minute walk away. Port Macquarie Airport is ten minutes away.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Centrally located for sightseeing
Shopping, groceries, hotspots, transit, leisure and entertainment, and Nature trails and sites are all within a short distance from this motel. This makes it the ideal place to stay no matter how short of a time you're going to be in the area, so that you can do as much as possible.
positive:
Vibrant, cosy rooms meet expectations
The rooms give off that cosy, comfy feeling that you want to have when staying away from home. Everything is kept clean, and the furnishings and details are in obvious good condition. It's a well maintained motel that has tremendous appeal.
positive:
Families love the free breakfast and Wi-Fi
Being away from home can be tough sometimes for families, with trying to keep kids interested and entertained. The Wi-Fi signal here is strong and steady, so parents and older kids can easily access email, text, and social media. The breakfast is filling, fresh, and of a varied enough selection so that families don't have to worry about getting something in the morning to satisfy picky eaters.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Bathrooms are too small for comfort
Some find the bathrooms to be smaller than expected. They're cramped and don't provide as much elbow or counter space as desired.
negative:
Parking may be difficult for some
It's not always easy to find a parking space immediately upon check-in, or when returning from having the car out. If you can walk or take transit somewhere, you may want to leave your car, to avoid potential stress later.
negative:
Noise affects some rooms
Some rooms, particularly ones near the kitchen, pick up more noise than others. If you're sensitive to this, or know you're going to need a set quiet or sleep time, check beforehand where your room is located.