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Read good reviews and it did not disappoint! Lovely family run. Basic, but clean. Set back from the road so protected from much of the noise of the trucks (husband is a fire officer, so a very light sleeper). Having dinner on site was a huge draw card for us and it was delicious. My barramundi was perfectly cooked. My husband enjoyed his beef and Guinness pie. Would happily return if we are passing by again:

Beautiful motel surrounds with bush and lake views. Restaurant meals were delicious and well priced and good wine list. Had a standard room with Microwave, Toaster, Kettle, cups, water glasses (no wine glasses or cutlery) other than teaspoons or Toiletries other than hand and body wash (don't forget to pack your own if booking a standard roon) Very comfortable beds.

I only chose this place because I wanted to enjoy a nice warm relaxing spa. It looked good. I tried to fill the spa, but no hot water. I rang reception. "Are you sure you're using the right tap?". He insisted I was wrong anyway, that there was plenty of hot water, but he didn't have any time to look into it further. I tried running the hot a few more times, but had to give up and have a (short) cold shower before bed. I was so disappointed. There are lots of motels along that ***** of highway. I bet the rest of them could at least provide a hot shower even if not a spa.... I'd give this place zero for service as well as zero for its hot water.

I had a call on my day off from my manager to see if I would work my regular hours in Stawell the next day. I agreed and set off for a 2.5hr drive for Stawell a place I have never been before. The company I worked for set up my accomodation and when I arrived here I was greeted by Robert at the front desk. He was amazing at check in and we had a very nice chat. The room I had was spacious had a spa bath and lakeside views with a balcony type sliding door to exit from and enjoy the view of lake and have a walk around. Next was the restaurant, again it had lakeside views, was cosy and the ambiance was just right for me (e.g music wasn’t loud, enough space between guests to not feel overcrowded in the room, dimmed lighting and natural light coming through the floor to ceiling windows surrounding the restaurant absolutely stunning!) Taylor my server as well as Robert (they interchanged throughout courses) were friendly and accommodating. The menu was a small pub style menu, definitely a win though the food was better than a regular pub. I can’t say enough about this place, I could go on for hours about what I liked and for a spontaneous trip I would definitely come here again just to experience it all over again.

I always stay at the Magdala when in Stawell for business. They look after me and are attentive to what I may need. As it is set back from the highway, it is better than the other noiser motels. Robert is also running the restaurant, which is awesome. It is my pick of the motel options in Stawell.

Called direct spoke to Robert due to late check in. Reasonably priced. Great service. Room was well laid out and clean. Easy parking and the layout ensured road noise wasn’t an issue. I will stay on the next visit. Enjoyed the stay. Recommended