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Pathfinder Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Melbourne with free parking

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Exterior
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Outdoor pool
Just steps from Melbourne Cricket Ground, Pathfinder Motel offers convenience and comfort. Guests can cool off in the outdoor pool, enjoy tasty bites at the bar/deli, and relax on the garden terrace. Amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services and free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov

Room options

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Showing 10 of 10 rooms

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Washer/dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Washer/dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Washer/dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room - with Kitchenette

Twin Room - with Kitchenette

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Washer/dryer
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Washer/dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Interior

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

Family Room

  • Sleeps 5

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room With Kitchen

  • Sleeps 3

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Budget Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Kew, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, is home to Pathfinder Motel. Melbourne Cricket Ground and Queen Victoria Market are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Collins Street and Melbourne Central. Check out an event or a game at Rod Laver Arena, and consider making time for SEA LIFE Melbourne, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Map
380 Cotham Road, Kew, VIC, 3101

What's nearby

  • Swinburne University of Technology - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • AAMI Park - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Rod Laver Arena - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Melbourne Central - 12 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Camberwell Station - 3 min drive
  • Essendon Station - 17 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burke Rd Fish & Chips - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Supreme.J Kitchen 尚品 - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪District Pho - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sira Thai - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Postino - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Pathfinder Motel

Motel near Melbourne Cricket Ground
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services at Pathfinder Motel. Free in-room WiFi and a snack bar/deli are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • 1 meeting room, smoke-free property and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Pathfinder Motel include comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Balconies, fridges and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
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 - 7:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Pathfinder Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Pathfinder Motel?

As of 16 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pathfinder Motel on 3 Nov 2025 start from AU$115.2, excluding 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 Pathfinder Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Pathfinder Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pathfinder Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Pathfinder Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Pathfinder Motel located?

Located in Kew, this motel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Swinburne University of Technology and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from St Vincent's Private Hospital. Melbourne Cricket Ground and Collins Street are also within 6 miles (10 km). East Camberwell Station is 25 minutes by foot and Camberwell Station is 29 minutes.

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Reviews

Pathfinder Motel Reviews

7.0

Good

7.0

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

7.6

Staff & service

6.2

Eco-friendliness

5.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 423 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 423 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 423 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 423 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 423 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacques

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very well priced for what it is.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No frills comfort, on site parking is convenient. Not a bad walk to restaurants. Public transit is close by. Happy with overall experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Cheap and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ian

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Showing it’s age things in the room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location with tram stop at the front of motel. Short walk to shops.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good value and well looked after.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Russel

Liked: Amenities
Good area
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently across the road to a bus stop that departs to the city every 20 or so minutes, facilities were lovely and the staff were delightful and offered to help with any inquiries right off the bat :)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Gael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Easy access to public transport, clean, no hairdryer, smell of smoke around area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mohd fahmi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good staff and nice place, but need have blower fan in toilet and dryer.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Roberto

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t stay here

This is a very run down and grungy hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The furniture and fittings were clean but quite shabby. The place could do with some money being spent on an upgrade to its facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and tidy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Value and location

This hotel is not fresh and new but it is clean and located next to two tram lines. Also well located centrally in the inner eastern suburbs. Reasonable rates so good value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I found the Pathfinder to be quiet fine . Clean sheets, comfortable bed, newly refurbished..Bathroom was a tad on the tired side but was still fine. Good price, I'd stay again if I was in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For a short stay it's perfectly acceptable..Bed is comfortable, TV works and the shower is good..A bit old and tired looking and the outside light was shining through the window all night but for convenience of location for a short stay, I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Istvan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
very old style need a lots of upgrading especially bathroom rooms are clean and lots of clean towels
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was my second time staying here. Booked for 2 nights but due to building work going on there. I checked out after 1 night. Could not even get a car park. In fairness they should not be taking bookings while work going on. Location is great and not far from the city. Price is very fair and found staff friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johanna C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get to be at my appointment
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older style motel that has had some improvements. Clean and convenient. Power points on one side of the room didn’t work.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Bevan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location and clean and comfortable but facilities are basic and maintenance required (broken window, no smoke alarm battery, sink plug not right size, landscaping and property untidy)
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Handy to the tram

This was the second time I stayed here. Reasonable price for what you get and handy to two tram lines. Only issue this time was people talking outside my room from first light. Apparently they were making a film in another room. Could not sleep in both mornings as planned.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mohd fahmi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All good just don't have hair dryer and blower in toilet
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Delapidated motel. Off milk in the fridge. Peeling vinyl bathroom cabinet. Room paint was dirty. On checkin the receptionist couldnt find my reservation and had a poor manner. At least the bed was comfortable and the sheets were clean. Off street parking good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

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