Edgecliff Lodge Motel

Hotel Description

You know what? I walked past Edgecliff Lodge Motel probably a hundred times before I actually stayed there, and honestly, I was pleasantly surprised. It’s one of those places that doesn’t scream for attention on New South Head Road – tucked between the usual strip of cafes and shops – but there’s something refreshingly straightforward about it that I actually appreciated.

The thing about staying here is you’re literally a two-minute walk from Edgecliff Station, which means you can be in the city in about eight minutes or catch the train down to Bondi Junction without dealing with Sydney traffic (trust me on this one). But here’s what I really liked – you’re far enough from the main Double Bay chaos that you can actually sleep at night, yet close enough to wander down to the harbor for a morning coffee at one of those overpriced but admittedly gorgeous waterfront spots. The rooms themselves are… well, they’re motel rooms, but clean ones with decent air conditioning that actually works. I mean, the décor isn’t going to win any awards – think standard motel aesthetic with maybe a slight refresh sometime in the last decade – but the beds are comfortable and the shower has proper water pressure, which is honestly more than I can say for some fancier places I’ve stayed in Sydney.

What really sold me though was how genuine the whole experience felt. The staff actually seem to care about whether you’re sorted, and they know the area well enough to give you proper recommendations (not just the tourist traps). Parking is included, which saves you about thirty bucks a day compared to most Sydney hotels, and there’s a little courtyard area that’s surprisingly peaceful for being right on a main road. I stayed during a busy weekend in summer and while you can hear some traffic, it’s not the kind of noise that keeps you awake – more like that gentle Sydney hum you get used to. The walk to Double Bay’s shopping and restaurants takes maybe ten minutes, and if you’re feeling ambitious, you can actually walk to the harbor foreshore through some pretty decent residential streets. Look, it’s not luxury – it’s a solid 3-star motel that knows exactly what it is and does it well. For the price point and location, especially if you’re someone who wants to explore both the eastern suburbs and the city without breaking the bank on accommodation, it’s actually a pretty smart choice.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $109. Standard Double Room with 1 double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $109. Standard Twin Room with 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $144. Family Room with 1 single bed, 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 4
• Estimated price from: $159. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed, 2 bunk beds and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 5

Reviews

• Great value for money – Jacqueline from Australia – 13 July 2025 (8/10)

  Clean, kitchenette, good shower, comfortable, breakfast box, surprising quiet considering the main road.
  
  What could be improved: Take care getting in and out of the car park. Parking is free so no complaint.

• More than happy with the accommodation and breakfast relative to the tariff. – Vikki from New Zealand – 7 July 2025 (8/10)

  It was great. Very clean and comfortable. The free boxed breakfast was perfect and beyond what i would expect for the tariff.
  
  What could be improved: An information folder in the room. I did expect my bed to be made up but wasn't!

• Good – Denise from Australia – 6 July 2025 (7/10)

  Good location
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Will definitely stay there next time in city – Kris from Australia – 4 June 2025 (9/10)

  Clean and well situated to amenities
  
  What could be improved: N/a

• Pros outweigh the cons. We would go back. – Hydrohut from New Zealand – 27 May 2025 (8/10)

  Size of the room. Quiet considering proximity to the busy road. Private Car parking! Close to train staition and lovely Indian restaurant. Nice walk down to marina and park.
  
  What could be improved: Couldn't make toast for breakfast.
  No info booklet in room.
  Door for shower was off its runners.
  Slightly worn out bathroom.

• Perfect stop over – Alan from Australia – 5 May 2025 (7/10)

  Room is Clean , Convienient location
  
  What could be improved: Getting in the parking off the road

• Superb – Anna from Australia – 27 April 2025 (9/10)

  Great location, easy check-in!
  Free breakfast for the entire stay was awesome.
  Daily room service was very nice.
  Free parking was very good.
  
  What could be improved: Free wifi was a bit slow, but nice to have.

• Good experience – Madussi from Australia – 22 April 2025 (9/10)

  The lcation and the option of parking.
  
  What could be improved: Not many TV options

• great, no fuss – George from Australia – 22 April 2025 (8/10)

  great location, good value

• Very convenient, good value for money, friendly staff – Marguerite from Australia – 16 April 2025 (8/10)

  The rooms are well equipped and really clean. Good quality linen
  
  What could be improved: It’s right on new south road. But it’s otherwise a great location. I requested a quiet room and got one at back of building so I didn’t hear the traffic which was great.

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