Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Heating
Pets allowed
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good amenities
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Noisy air conditioning
Thin walls

Categories

Cleanliness
7.75
Some guests encountered cleanliness issues in the rooms, particularly in the bathroom with mold and odors.
Service
9.72
The staff was friendly and helpful, providing a positive experience for guests.
Location
10
Guests appreciated the proximity to the beach and other attractions, enhancing their experience.
Room Quality
8.71
Rooms were generally comfortable, but there were some concerns about the quality of beds in certain units.
Amenities
9.74
The motel offers several amenities including live music, a cooking station, and recreational activities which were well received.
Value for Money
9.2
Guests felt they received a fair value for their stay considering the amenities and location.
Food and Beverage
8.75
While the property has a nice ambiance, some mentioned a lack of breakfast options.
Overall Experience
9.74
Guests frequently expressed enjoyment of their stay and intention to return, overall a very positive experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 20:34

Property Description

Convenient Location
Situated in Buxton, just 1.4 km from Cape Point, Swell Motel offers a prime location for guests to explore the area. With free bikes provided, guests can easily venture to nearby attractions such as Old Lighthouse Beach located 1.9 km away.

Comfortable Accommodation
Guest rooms at Swell Motel are designed for comfort and convenience. Each room features modern amenities including air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a coffee machine. The option of rooms with a kitchen adds a touch of home during your stay.

Leisure Facilities
Enjoy the various leisure facilities offered at Swell Motel, including a tennis court and a children's playground. For a more relaxed day, guests can take advantage of the free WiFi or explore the surrounding area through cycling activities.

Ready to experience a comfortable stay with convenient amenities? Book your stay at Swell Motel now!

Important information:

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 7.75
Service: 9.72
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.71
Amenities: 9.74
Value for Money: 9.2
Food and Beverage: 8.75
Overall Experience: 9.74
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Liam • couple • us
10
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • solo_traveller • us
4
Pros:

Staff very nice.

Cons:

The room had a strange smell, it felt damp in the room and the AC was loud.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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David Lawrence • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Bettina • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

The staff were amazing!

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Brenton • couple • us
10
Loved the front desk and all the amenities, including kayaks, ice, and outdoor showers
Pros:

Location, front desk

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Sonya • family_with_children • us
10
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Ryan • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

Low water pressure, absurd extra fees for simple things like having a cooler

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Victor • couple • us
7
Warning signs for fines posted in the room doesn’t make you feel welcome.
Pros:

Location.

Cons:

The gap under the door that lets lots of bugs into the room.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Kristen • family_with_children • us
9
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Pamela • solo_traveller • us
9
Great place to stay when in town to fish, hit the beach, or visit friends!
Pros:

The room was clean and decorated nicely. So many extra touches…grills, griddles, garden hoses, picnic tables, etc. staff was super nice!

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • us
9
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • us
7
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Tara • couple • us
8
Our stay was comfortable.
Pros:

I loved the location

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Pat • couple • us
9
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Eric • family_with_children • us
8
Room was perfect for what we needed, would recommend!
Pros:

Everyone seemed friendly, it was near a lot of stores/restaurants but still quiet, live music and pool was nice!

Cons:

Had to drive to a beach access

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • couple • us
9
Pros:

We love staying at the Swell Motel. We love the quiet, relaxed location and vibe. Everything you need is in walking distance. We enjoy the amenities provided, including paddle boats and kayaks. The restaurant, Diamond Shoals, across the street is open for all meals and has great service and food as well.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Hamid • family_with_children • us
10
Enjoyable and peaceful
Pros:

Laura and her husband (owners)are great people. The rest of the staff are helpful and do a great job keeping the property clean.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Billy • couple • us
9
Very relaxing, wonderful staff.
Pros:

I liked the location. We like to surf fish and this location is within a few miles of several ramps to take my 4x4 out to the beach for fishing access, plus I am able to bring my dogs with me. Also within walking distance of restaurants and shopping. Also have access to fish cleaning station

Cons:

Water pressure in the showers

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Louise • couple • us
10
A friendly relaxing stay!
Pros:

We love the location, the fish cleaning area and the friendliness of this Motel.. it’s actually our second stay in 2 months and we will be back!

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Steele • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Clean rooms, nice pool, kayaks and bikes available

Cons:

Nothing everything was great

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee