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Pooraka Motor Inn

3.0 star property
Motel in Adelaide with free parking

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Deluxe King Room
Laundry room
Reception
Property grounds
Exterior

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr

Explore the area

Map
875 Main North Road, Pooraka, SA, 5095
  • Adelaide Oval
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Adelaide Zoo
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Adelaide Convention Centre
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Adelaide, SA (ADL)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe King Room

Deluxe King Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Queen Room

Superior Queen Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Large Family Room

Deluxe Large Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 5 Single Beds

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Deluxe Small Family Room

Deluxe Small Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Single Beds

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About the area

Adelaide

At Pooraka Motor Inn, you'll be 10.7 km (6.7 mi) from Adelaide Oval. .This motel offers a 24-hour front desk, a garden and tour/ticket assistance. Additionally, you'll find Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Pooraka motel, attractions include Adelaide Entertainment Centre and University of Adelaide.
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What's nearby

  • Adelaide Entertainment Centre - 12 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Adelaide Oval - 12 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Adelaide Zoo - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Rundle Mall - 13 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Adelaide Convention Centre - 13 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Salisbury Mawson Lakes Station - 4 min drive
  • Entertainment Centre Tram Stop - 12 min drive
  • Adelaide, SA (ADL) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪St Louis - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Fabulous Baker Boys Bakery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Geppsx Bbq - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Relish on Main - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Carl’s Jr. - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Pooraka Motor Inn

Motel in Adelaide with free parking
As a guest of Pooraka Motor Inn, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Adelaide motel.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Pooraka Motor Inn offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. This Adelaide motel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (AUD 10 per 24-hour period)

Parking and transport

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7 AM - 8:30 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8 AM - 8:30 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: AUD 10 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Pooraka Motor
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Pooraka Motor Inn Pooraka
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Pooraka Motor Inn?

Pooraka Motor Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Pooraka Motor Inn?

As of 26 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pooraka Motor Inn on 3 Apr 2025 start from NZ$175.65, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Pooraka Motor Inn?

Yep, Pooraka Motor Inn has a free self car park, free extended parking and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Are there any beaches close to Pooraka Motor Inn?

The closest beach to Pooraka Motor Inn is Glenelg Beach (19.4 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pooraka Motor Inn?

No, Pooraka Motor Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Pooraka Motor Inn?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Pooraka Motor Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Pooraka Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 66 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
On arrival I was asked to pay an additional $20 for the room I had selected on Hotels.com. The room was dated but ok with fridge and microwave and easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggi

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner and his family are lovely people very helpful will be staying there again 😀
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jacqui

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing check in was thru a tiny window weird , towels stained , no coffee milk sugar basic stuff . Smoke detector wasn’t working . This motel is a 1 star if you are lucky . Rubbish on lawn out the back bathroom is disgusting out dated damaged . We froze no blankets just a horrible place .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Janet

Travelled with partner
We were first given a room that was absolutely vile, water damaged furniture, grubby, dusty. a health hazard. not fit for purpose. then after complaining was offered to see a different room. on the ground floor which was clean, newly renovated and fine for our stay. The tiny court yard garden was still a mess with the aftermath of the renos. If you book here ask to see the room before you pay or agree to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
older style motel but clean large rooms. bathroom needs updating particularly the slippery tiles in shower recess
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Lee

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Basic
Not bad, basic old style, well used motel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Excellent service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Sherriden

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

2/10 Terrible

jane, elizabeth

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were so rude! Couldn’t get to sleep til 3am after staff keep coming to our room for no reason what so ever and cars on the main road
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Trevor, Country Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One night stay
Nice location, lovely view of ocean and very quiet room. We only stayed overnight but it would be a great location for a holiday base to do day trips from.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I found the room comfortable. The TV was not working well, but the manager changed the batteries in the remote and it was okay. The booklets and the shampoo were out of my reach and the towel rail in the bathroom was missing.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff/owner very helpful and friendly Room was comfortable and clean Close to area that I was going to on the day will stay there again next year. Thank you Pooraka Motor Inn Regards Mark from Melbourne
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location
Easy access to buses to city, close to shops and food outlets. Spacious rooms and plenty of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Barb, whyalla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good spot to get to events from
Had to walk upstairs with a sore knee but the room was clean and well appointed
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Dave, Geelong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Clean and comfortable
The motel room I stayed in was clean, the bed was comfortable. It had all the basics required. As I was traveling for work I only needed somewhere to rest. The staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

marie, wool bay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I would stay again
Very clean and convenient location Staff are helpfull
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
pooraka motor inn adelaide
We were welcomed on arrival and checked on later for our comfort overall a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Needs an upgrade and a few running repairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Needed a bed for one night near to mawson lakes. Everything was as it should be and the staff were pleasant and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

RENAI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only used as a stop over, was great for what we needed. Amenities and room looked like recent upgrades, loved colour choices bery modern
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

6/10 Okay

chris, adelaide

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
close to MacDonalds and bus stop
Place could do with a good spring clean, mould in the shower and filthy graffiti on the door.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel, easy to get to.
The hotel was comfortable and very clean. This includes the bathroom which I couldn't fault. We were only there to sleep and left early in the morning the next day to get back to Melbourne but for what we needed the accommodation was fine. The TV's worked, the beds were spotless, the room smelled of lavender, a bit overpoweringly so, and the room was spacious enough for our family of four. Even the room rate was more than reasonable. We were only in the room from midnight until 9am the next day so we didn't use the wi-fi, or the kettle or any of the other facilities so we couldn't rate any of that but as I said, for what we needed the room was more than adequate and we've stayed in some very nice hotels in our time. The grounds were tidy but unfortunately the stair well leading to our room was used by Smokers as an ash tray. It's funny how only smokers think that smoking isn't really, really, really gross. Anyway, as I said our stay was comfortable enough and yes I would recommend this motel to my friends if they needed somewhere to stay in the event Guns 'N' Roses is doing a show at Adelaide oval where they play many of their hits and only a few of their, 'Why the heck are you playing that?' songs. The character limit for leaving a review on this website is extremely excessive, I can't believe I still have 9 characters to fill at the end of this statement. Bye.