Set on 20 acres of lakeside gardens, Magdala Motor Lodge offers relaxed and comfortable accommodations for business travelers, holidaymakers and tour groups, complete with an on-site fully licensed bar and restaurant. Magdala's fully licensed Lakeside Restaurant is set over a scenic lake view through expansive picture windows and is Stawell’s venue of choice for dining, private functions, corporate meetings and special occasions - perfect for relaxed dining, a special dinner among friends, or larger gathering during your stay in Stawell. All rooms overlook a tranquil lake setting with direct rear door access to lakeside views across 20 acres of private grounds, gardens and nature, with Magdala Motor Lodge being among the quietest accommodations choices between Melbourne and Adelaide, assuring you a great night’s sleep in peaceful surroundings. Each room is equipped with Smart TV, Free Wi-Fi, Reverse Cycle Heating/Cooling, Microwave, Kettle, Toaster and Fridge. Superior and Deluxe Suites feature premium views, upgraded furnishings and a comprehensive mini-bar, with Deluxe suites also providing a relaxing corner Spa bath. The grounds and lake are home to wildlife including pelicans, ducks, swans, turtles and kangaroos, creating a wonderful natural setting which is perfect for a quiet weekend away, family holidays and relaxing Grampians escapes. Various family friendly recreational facilities include a seasonal indoor salt-water pool, exploring the on-site walking track surrounding the property and gardens, and onsite tennis/basketball court - sure to keep both adults relaxed and kids entertained between exploring nearby local attractions. Located just 4 minutes from Stawell's town center, 10 minutes from Great Western and 18 minutes to Halls Gap, Magdala is an ideal base for exploring the Grampians National Park, McKenzie Falls, The Pinnacle, Lake Lonsdale, the renowned wineries of the Grampians and Pyrenees, and the perfect base from which to visit Victoria's famous Silo Art Trail.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.1)

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

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Michelle
Australia Australia
Dinner was excellent. They opened the restaurant even though there was only us and another couple requiring dinner.
David
Australia Australia
Location near Grampians, restaurant with veg-vegan option, attention from staff member who was busy with kitchen and check in duties . A very pleasant surprise.
Gregg
Australia Australia
Great Location, family owned business, staff very friendly and helpful. The room was a decent size and clean. Kids loved the Indoor Pool 😀
Knight
Australia Australia
I loved how huge the place was, at night time was the best to see how it lights up, it felt like I was in the 50’s, I explored throughout the whole outside of the lodge, So much beautiful creative buildings I’ve never seen before.
Stephanie
Australia Australia
Convenient location along the freeway. We were able to check in late at 11.30pm. Clean and quiet.
Merv
Australia Australia
The welcome was excellent, the room was clean and tidy and the restaurant was excellent.
Robert
Australia Australia
AWESOME ALL ROUND WITH WONDERFUL HOSTS,....AND THEB SURROUNDINGS ARE BEAUTIFL WITH THE PONDS FULL OF BIRDLIFE,...
Craig
Australia Australia
Comfortable beds, pool was so clean and relaxing to use as a guest. Owners were easygoing and rooms in excellent condition.
David
Australia Australia
Cleanliness, location perfect, very close to all amenities, room exactly as advertised, Lakeview
Anne
Australia Australia
All good, good evening meal. Location was excellent

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Lakeside Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Mediterranean • Seafood • Steakhouse • 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
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

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
Check-out
From 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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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

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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

Must-know information for guests at this property

Drivers License and Credit Card of the Primary Guest for each room is required upon Check-In. For multiple room bookings, the Primary Guest's Identification and Credit/Debit Card is required for each room.

A credit card pre-authorization of $200 per room may be required upon arrival to cover any incidentals, such as restaurant charges or mini-bar, of which any unused portion will be released at the end of your stay. Note that depending on your bank, pre-authorization settlement may take 3-5 business days.

A Credit Card Surcharge of 1.5% apply to payments with Visa & Mastercard, 2.2% with American Express & 3% with JCB & UnionPay. There is no surcharge for payment by EFTPOS Debit, or Cash.

Please advise in your booking of your expected arrival time. If you are arriving after 8pm, please contact the property to arrange a Late Check-in prior to finalizing your booking.

Bedding configurations are set, unless there is an available option for an additional bed, sofa bed or cot - Please ensure your selected room includes your required bedding configuration or contact the property to discuss the most suitable room type/configuration.

Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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 June, dependent upon weather and may be closed during July to August. Pool closes daily at Sunset. Please visit reception for pool access & induction.

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

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