Set on 20 acres, Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant offers accommodations, a restaurant and services for business and leisure travelers. Boasting a fully licensed bar and outdoor terrace overlooking a private lake surrounding the property, the lodge also features a seasonal heated indoor salt water pool and various family-friendly recreational facilities including a walking track and tennis/basketball court. Rooms and suites are equipped with free WiFi, heating/air-conditioning, a flat-screen TV, microwave, kettle, toaster and fridge. The Deluxe suites feature a corner spa bath. All rooms overlook a lake setting, with each room offering direct access to the lake. Magdala's fully licensed Lakeside Restaurant is set over a scenic lake view through picture windows and an alfresco terrace and is suitable for dining, a range of functions, corporate meetings and special occasions. It offers an ever changing seasonal menu. The fully licensed bar is also available for pre-dinner drinks. Bookings are strongly advised at the time of reservation. Dinner service is available from 18:00 and breakfast is available 7 days from 07:30. Prior to 07:30, a continental breakfast service is available for in-room breakfast, if ordered at reception by 20:00 the night before. The grounds and lake are surrounded by wildlife including pelicans, ducks, swans, turtles and kangaroos. Onsite, you can explore the surrounding gardens, enjoy a meal or drink on the alfresco terrace by the lake, follow the private walking track and swim or play tennis or basketball, with equipment available free to guests. Magdala Motor Lodge is just a 4-minute drive from Stawell's town center, 10 minutes' drive from Great Western and close to many of the local wineries of the Grampians and Pyrenees. The property is just 18 minutes' drive from Halls Gap and a 10-minute drive from Lake Lonsdale. Mackenzie Falls is 25 mi from Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
2 bunk beds
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1:
1 twin bed
and
2 sofa beds
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 twin bed
and
2 bunk beds
1 twin bed
and
2 sofa beds
and
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
1 full bed
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Travel Sustainable Level 3
This property told us they’re making large investments and efforts toward sustainability by taking steps that can have environmental and social impact. We worked with experts including Travalyst and Sustainalize to create the Travel Sustainable program – making it easier for you to experience the world more sustainably.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.1
Location
8.4
Free WiFi
7.0
Low score for Stawell
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Gregg
    AustraliaAustralia
    Great Location, family owned business, staff very friendly and helpful. The room was a decent size and clean. Kids loved the Indoor Pool 😀
  • A
    Andrew
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    Rooms were lovely, overlooking a lake. Restaurant staff and food was outstanding. Management could not have been more helpful/friendly if they tried. Really enjoyed, and will definitely stay there again.
  • Rajaji
    AustraliaAustralia
    The welcome and informality and friendliness. We surely will go back to stay there. The restaurant is almost colonial style with attractive Italian and French posters. The lake is charming!

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Lakeside Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Italian • Mediterranean • Seafood • Australian • Local • European
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant

Most popular amenities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Tennis equipment
  • Hiking
  • Playground
  • Fishing
  • Tennis court
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Convenience store on site
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Indoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Heated pool
  • Saltwater pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Spa facilities
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Spa
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 12:30 AM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 20 per child, per night
Crib upon request
AUD 20 per stay
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 20 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print

Magdala's Lakeside Restaurant is open Monday to Saturday from 6pm. Reservations are preferred.

Room service is available from 6pm. Last orders are taken by 8pm - Dining and bar is open to 9pm.

Swimming pool is open September to approx mid/end of June, dependent upon weather. Pool closes at 8:30pm during Summer, and at Sunset during other times. Please visit reception for pool access & induction.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Please inform Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant

  • Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant has 1 restaurant:

    • Lakeside Restaurant

  • Check-in at Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Yes, Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Fishing
    • Tennis court
    • Swimming pool
    • Happy hour
    • Tennis equipment
    • Spa facilities

  • Room options at Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant include:

    • Suite
    • Family
    • Twin
    • Twin/Double
    • Double

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant is 1.7 miles from the center of Stawell. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Magdala Motor Lodge & Lakeside Restaurant on this page.