About Great Eastern Motor Lodge
A 3.5-star motel, the Great Eastern Motor Lodge is situated near the Swan River and Belmont Stadium and is a 12-minute drive from the Perth CBD. Amenities available to guests include an outdoor pool and free parking.
Standard en-suite rooms offer air-conditioning and queen beds along with free Foxtel and Wi-Fi. Studios and suites add kitchens while deluxe spa suites add king beds and spa baths.
Facilities at the Great Eastern Motor Lodge include a 24-hour business centre, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning services. The motel also offers 24-hour front desk services and designated smoking areas.
Guests can choose breakfast from a room service menu (fees apply). For lunch and evening meals, dining options in the area include Urbon Burswood and the Cray Seafood & Grill.
This motel is a ten-minute drive from Perth Zoo, within 15 minutes of Perth Airport and Kings Park and Botanic Garden, and 25 minutes from Cottesloe Beach.
Positive Reviews
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Decent quality rooms
Rooms here are definitely on the basic side but despite some mixed feedback, most guests have found them of a decent overall standard. The rooms are typically said to be clean and comfortable with functional bathrooms and a reasonable selection of included amenities.
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Convenient location
Guests have found the location of this motel convenient, often commenting on the property's proximity to the CBD and the airport. Dining spots and attractions are also found to be within a reasonable driving distance.
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Budget-friendly choice
The room rates at this Perth motel have typically been considered reasonable by previous guests. Additional savings are offered by free parking and Wi-Fi Internet access. Also, guests note that breakfast is reasonably priced.
Negative Reviews
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Poorly maintained common areas
While guests generally find the rooms here are of an acceptable standard, the common areas are often described as a little disappointing. Guests have found the hallways and other shared areas as poorly maintained - evidenced by stained carpets and overflowing ashtrays.
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Mixed feedback about Wi-Fi
Reviews suggest that guests have very different experiences with the Wi-Fi here. While some have been able to get online with no problems at all, others have struggled to access the Internet and found the connection was prone to dropping out.
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Noisy surroundings
Unwanted noise appears to be an issue at this motel. Guests have been able to hear traffic noise and general noise from the street as well as noise from the hallways and nearby rooms. Packing a pair of earplugs may be a sensible move.