In a tranquil setting, Tropicana Motor Inn offers the perfect retreat with a lush garden and an outdoor pool. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, and enjoy express check-in or take advantage of barbecue grills during your stay.
Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
A Maze'N Things - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
Getting around
Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 119 min drive
Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 124 min drive
Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 142 min drive
Melbourne Baxter Station - 73 min drive
Melbourne Somerville Station - 74 min drive
Melbourne Tyabb Station - 75 min drive
Restaurants
Kristo's Charcoal Rotisserie & Salad Bar - 7 min walk
The Jetty Restaurant - 13 min walk
Fig & Olive at Cowes - 7 min walk
G'Day Tiger - 7 min walk
Saigon Maggie - 10 min walk
About this property
Tropicana Motor Inn
Tropicana Motor Inn puts you within a 15-minute drive of Penguin Parade. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks.
Languages
English, Hindi
At a glance
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Hotel size
18 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The property charges 0.68 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free on-site self-parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Room service
What to do
Beach nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Conference centre
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
An outdoor pool
Bike parking
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Closed-captioned TV
No lift (single-level property)
Well-lit path to entrance
Area rugs in room
Smooth flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Patio
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Desk chair
Food and drink
Microwave
Toaster
More
Cleaning supplies
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-in between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 50
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 0.68 per cent
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for AUD 10 per stay
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have lifts.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
National rating
This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.
Also known as
Tropicana Motor Inn Cowes
Tropicana Motor Inn
Tropicana Motor Cowes
Tropicana Motor
Tropicana Motor Inn Phillip Island/Cowes
Tropicana Motor Inn Motel
Tropicana Motor Inn Cowes
Tropicana Motor Inn Motel Cowes
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Tropicana Motor Inn?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Tropicana Motor Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Tropicana Motor Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Tropicana Motor Inn?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Tropicana Motor Inn and nearby?
Tropicana Motor Inn has an outdoor pool and a garden.
Does Tropicana Motor Inn have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio.
What's the area around Tropicana Motor Inn like?
Tropicana Motor Inn is a short 3-minute walk from Cowes Beach and 9 minutes' walk from Phillip Island Ferry Dock.
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Tropicana Motor Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Bed
Service staff
Location
Beach
Store
Walking
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
28 Dec 2024
Clean and spacious place to stay.
ALUTH
ALUTH, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
21 Jan 2025
Lovely stay
Had a lovely time staying here, the rooms were lovely, bed comfortable and everything clean and tidy. The pool was also well maintained and very nice! The member of staff we spoke with was very nice and accommodating, if we are in the area will definately stay again or at one if the others in the chain.
Stuart
Stuart, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
22 Jan 2025
Had a lovely couple of nights at Tropicana. Very helpful host and clean and tidy facility. The kids loved the swimming pool and we loved being able to walk to the beach and the shops.
Catherin
Catherin, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
10 Apr 2025
very good
Kim
Kim, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
15 Dec 2024
Just a really nice country hotel. Clean and comfortable, and quiet.
Charles
Charles, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
30 Nov 2024
Great little motor inn, super clean
Basic motor inn, but sparkling clean and quite comfy. If heading to phillip island for penguins or something else then definitely a place u can stay a couple of nites
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
15 Nov 2024
Throughly recommend this place. Clean and close to shops
Jane
Jane, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
23 Nov 2024
Great location, very quiet and peaceful yet close to all local amenities. Rather dated but very clean and well equipped units. Kids loved the pool. Would stay again.
Marta
Marta, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
23 Jan 2025
Nice and easy
Holly
10/10 Excellent
8 Apr 2024
Highly tell friends and family to stay there, quite friendly staff , clean a good week end away Thanks.
Terry
Terry, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
8 May 2024
Convenient to restaurants and esplanade.
Barry
Barry, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
11 Sept 2023
Comfortable and quiet hotel will stay again.
klaus
klaus, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
30 Sept 2024
Nice property
Patrick
Patrick, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
25 Aug 2024
Pleasant surrounds, not far from central Cowes.
Ed
Ed, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
24 Sept 2022
Great little motel close to the town but still far enough away for it to be quiet at night.
Christopher
Christopher, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
2 Jan 2023
Our stay was excellent. Location, rooms everything was good. We enjoyed our trip.
Chinmaya
Chinmaya, 4-night trip
8/10 Good
16 Jun 2024
Proximity to town centre , quiet
Shane
Shane, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
24 Sept 2022
A quiet place to spend some time with family.
JORINA
JORINA, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
24 Aug 2023
Nice and cozy with a view of the sea from the road by the inn, which is also a short distance away
Ronald
Ronald, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
2 Nov 2023
We loved this place. Arrived after hours and host made checkin easy.
Keith
Keith, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
3 Dec 2023
Very pleased
Great quiet spot,
Big rooms, comfortable beds
Certainly will return
Gillian
Gillian, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
16 Jan 2023
The couple managing the property were so friendly and kind and we were able to chat with them on several occasions. The pool area and bbq area are lovely and relaxing. Would certainly stay here again!
Kalliope Van
6/10 Okay
3 Sept 2024
Nice
Caroline
Caroline, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
14 Jul 2022
Rooms were very comfy and warm. Very comfy bed. Will stay again.