Hillcrest Merimbula

3.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Beach nearby, white sand
Restaurant
Exhale Deluxe | Premium bedding, minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
BBQ/picnic area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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95-97 Merimbula Drive, Merimbula, NSW, 2548
  • Place, Merimbula Boardwalk
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Merimbula Marina
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Merimbula Imlay Historical Society
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Merimbula, NSW (MIM)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Merimbula Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

Sunrise Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Merimbula Suite

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Sunrise Superior Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Exhale Deluxe

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

The Crest Apartment

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Merimbula

When you stay at Hillcrest Merimbula in Merimbula, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 5-minute drive of Merimbula Boardwalk and Merimbula Imlay Historical Society. .This beach motel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Merimbula Marina and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Magic Mountain Recreational Park.

What's nearby

  • Merimbula Boardwalk - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Merimbula Marina - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Merimbula Imlay Historical Society - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Spencer Park Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Pambula Beach - 13 min drive - 7.9 miles

Getting around

  • Merimbula, NSW (MIM) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunny’s Kiosk - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Merimbula Lakeview Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cranky Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mormors - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Hillcrest Merimbula

Hillcrest Merimbula offers 30 accommodations with minibars and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3-star motel have kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 30 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with ovens and stovetops. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and 55-inch Smart televisions are provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include minibars and microwaves, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the motel's coffee shop/cafe. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a computer station, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
Onsite venue - café.
Honesty Bar - Onsite café. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 18 for adults and AUD 14 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Honesty Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • 27-hole adjacent golf course
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pro golf shop
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1969
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of AUD 65 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 18 for adults and AUD 14 for children
  • Pet fee: AUD 65 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
24-hour pool access
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Hillcrest Motor Inn
Hillcrest Motor Inn Merimbula
Hillcrest Motor Merimbula
Hillcrest Motor Inn
Hillcrest Merimbula Motel
Hillcrest Merimbula Merimbula
Hillcrest Merimbula Motel Merimbula

Hillcrest Merimbula Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 382 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 145 out of 382 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 382 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 382 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 382 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As always an excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Impeccably clean, we would stay again without hesitation
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely venue and great staff. Gorgeous view of Merimbula from the hill.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds, friendly vibe and amazing views.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great host , fantastic views bed is very comfy, has a 1950 vibe about the place.loved it so happy I found this place
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views, friendly staff, loved the tennis court.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sweet little spot!

I loved this sweet little hotel! Wish we could have stayed longer. And had better weather!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharnan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay at a beautiful place close to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great views and nice room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views, comfy beds and very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms and views were beautiful. Sraff informative and kind. Beautiful hotel. The price is great and the views soeak for themselves.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The rooms are divine. Styled beautifully and clean. Staff were amazingly helpful too. And the view *chefs kiss*
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel which has been fantastically refurbished. Highly recommend staying here.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sangay

Great place to be. Thoroughly enjoyed the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most enjoyable - great location; clean & spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The views from this property are amazing, an incredible way to start the day.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful staff welcome from Vallerie. Great room with a fantastic view and best smart TV that is great for chilling out. See you again and Merry Christmas.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Beautiful place, the staff are very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly staff and well priced for a modern room also peaceful with great views
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The views were spectacular
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Huyen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice location and good service
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brilliant Tetro Motel

Great rooms, and fantastic gardens and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was centrally located with awesome views
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous view and place

Stunning view, lovely place with nice rooms, very comfortable beds... Beautiful breakfast with the best view...
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean spacious rooms . Staff friendly & helpful! Had a balcony room views of Merimbula stunning ! Great place to stay !
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022