Near Glenelg Beach, Taft Motor Inn offers a convenient stay with in-room WiFi and laundry facilities. Enjoy the perks of express check-in, express check-out, free self parking on smoke-free premises.
Located near the beach, Taft Motor Inn is in Glenelg, a neighborhood in Adelaide. Holdfast Marina and West Beach Parks Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Glenelg Beach and Marion Coastal Walking Trail. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Adelaide Entertainment Centre or Adelaide Oval. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Adelaide travel guide
WiFi in public areas is free with a 3-device limit
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Family friendly
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Mini-fridge
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Guest services
Housekeeping (weekly)
Accessibility
No elevator
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Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Microwave
Mini-fridge
Tea bags/instant coffee
Toaster
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Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Access code, private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Service fee: 4 percent
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent
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
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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Free WiFi in public areas has a 3-device limit
National rating
This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is Taft Motor Inn pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Taft Motor Inn?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Taft Motor Inn?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Where is Taft Motor Inn located?
Located in Glenelg, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Jetty Road and Glenelg Beach. Moseley Square and Glenelg Town Hall are also within 10 minutes. Moseley Square (Stop 17) Tram Stop is 5 minutes by foot and Jetty Road (Stop 16) Tram Stop is 8 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Taft Motor Inn Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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As usual very comfortable convenient stay at the taft never let us down just ideal for the beach and shopping.kids nice and safe and so close to playground
Great stay. Plenty of room and convenient to everything you could want on Jetty Road. Great public transport options to town or Marion. Very reasonably priced. Will stay again.
Lovely stay. Recently renovated room very lovely. Friendly communication for room code. Great spot and very close to the beach area. Recommend this accommodation
This place well and truly exceeded my expectations. It’s clean, extremely well located and comfortable. The staff were friendly and helpful and always easy to communicate with. Highly recommend.
Gabi
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Gregory
2024/11/22
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Location, clean safe. Difficult to get into at first - not used to codes.
Gregory
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Judith
2023/11/15
Liked: Amenities
Perfect spot for shopping eating beach etc. the main area of the room was very good I.e. clean, spaceious amenities including sink, cutlery, microwave etc. only area that needs a good scrub or upgrade is the bathroom.
Judith
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Gillian
2024/1/3
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was quiet and close yo tn centre. 2 minute walk. Public transport extremely easy to accesd
Gillian
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
John
2024/10/21
The room could have been cleaner. The shower pipes rattled. Please repaint numbers on car parks so it is easy to see. It was a convenient location for us.
Location to Glenelg and beach, 5min walking distance, quiet street, Pool was advertised but access was not possible ? Otherwise highly recommended
Geoff
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Christine
2024/6/25
Liked: Cleanliness
The location was great. Quick walk to Jetty Road and the beach. The room was clean although could have done with some maintenance. Bathroom ceiling had paint peeling and some parts of wall had plaster missing. The first room we had, there were issues with the blind not working. After some back and forth with the representative on the phone, we were given another room.
Christine
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Verified traveler
2024/4/15
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Can’t pay with cash, 8% extra in charges.
Although hotels.com quoted a fixed price that could be paid at the property, the property was not staffed, and payment could only be made by a link in an email, which I consider unsafe, and there was a surprise 4% card charge and another 4% service charge on top, despite there being no staff there. Payment in cash was not possible. The next door air conditioner was ridiculously loud, no sheets for the second bed, a dirty pillow in the cupboard and the bathroom window didn’t function and its fly screen was ill fitting. Great location, and the refurbished lounge and kitchen was fine, but I wouldn’t choose to use an unstaffed property.
We liked the room…. But was VERY disappointed because as advertised when we booked there was a pool, we were not allowed to use it… False advertising!!! One of the main reason we booked this accommodation was because of the pool. We had a very upset boy those couple of days, as pool is privately owned!!!!
Kirsty
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Linda
2025/12/14
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
15 the room was quiet clean but the bathroom needs an up grade the baths paint is peeling and to sit on the lou is difficult with the toilet roll holder sticking out and the bed was far to hard.
Parking was good, quiet surroundings & short walk to the main CBD. Didn’t receive an email re check in details prior to checking in, however, contacted property re same & was immediately sent mail details of check in. Third person bedding wasn’t set up, however, cleaner was still on site & provided me with bedding material for the sofa bed.
Loved our apartment and the location. Definitely value for money. Modern decor and facilities were lovely.
The bathroom needs a good clean as grout and shower screen had a lot of soap scum. Also the toilet bowl wasn't clean.